Obstetrics

Dr. Sammons has provided exceptional care to women and families in the St. Charles County area since 2010. With a passion for supporting women as they navigate the balance between motherhood and professional life, she finds deep satisfaction in guiding patients through every stage of their reproductive health journey. She cherishes the long-term relationships she builds with patients, knowing that the OBGYN field allows her to be part of their lives through both the joyful and challenging moments.

A proud member of the Lake Saint Louis community, Dr. Sammons lives with her husband, son, and daughter. Outside of her practice, she enjoys hiking in local parks, knitting, playing the piano, and spending time with their family dogs Luna and Nala.

Dr. Covlin has over 25 years of experience in the field of Obstetrics & Gynecology and has been with Heartland Women’s Healthcare since 2009. When working with patients, he is a strong listener and finds joy in his work helping his patients to overcome their medical concerns focusing on preventative care.

Dr. Covlin is a native of North Dakota and enjoys visiting the area to hunt. He loves mountain biking, grilling, and prefers sunsets over sunrises. His hidden talent is ballroom dancing, which he taught while in college. He considers being a dad the most daring thing he’s ever done. When not at work, you can find him with his two kids playing catch or lounging in a hammock.

Dr. Kressel is a board-certified OBGYN who loves learning her patient’s stories, counseling them to help them understand any aspect of women’s health, and fine-tuning the patient experience to bring healthcare to the next level.

She earned her medical degree at the University of Virginia and completed her residency at Parkland Hospital. Dr. Kressel is a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP), demonstrating her expertise in menopause and midlife women’s health.

She offers a wide range of services, including gynecological exams, problem visits, birth control consultation and management, and pregnancy care. Dr. Kressel is also skilled in performing surgical procedures, such as hysterectomies, laparoscopies, and tubal ligations.

Fun facts about Dr. Kressel: She was briefly in the “two under two” club with two boys, born in 2018 and 2020. She felt so passionate about the Liv opportunity that she flew to DC for the day and interviewed for her position when she was almost 36 weeks pregnant (and went on to deliver in the 37th week)!

Dr. Alec Sunyecz is originally from Uniontown, Pennsylvania. He earned an undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering from The Ohio State University and went on to receive his medical degree from West Virginia University. He completed his OB/GYN residency training at OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital, where he developed a strong interest in robotic and minimally invasive surgical techniques.

Dr. Sunyecz enjoys all aspects of women’s health, from contraceptive counseling to high-risk pregnancies. He has a particular passion for conditions such as abnormal uterine bleeding, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, and infertility. He is dedicated to providing personalized, compassionate care that empowers women through every stage of life.

Dr. Jaeger is thrilled to begin serving our community as an OB/GYN physician, bringing compassionate, patient-centered care to women at every stage of life. Originally from Quincy, Illinois, she moved to the area after residency to be closer to her husband’s family and quickly felt at home in the vibrant local community.

Dr. Jaeger completed her residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Peoria, where she gained extensive experience caring for high-risk obstetric patients and received comprehensive training in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. She is passionate about building lasting relationships with her patients, valuing open communication and trust as the foundation for individualized, evidence-based care. She believes in meeting each patient where they are, empowering them with knowledge and support to make informed decisions about their health.

Outside of work, Dr. Jaeger enjoys spending time outdoors, exploring new restaurants, and being with her husband, two children, and their two beloved dogs. She is excited to grow her roots in Lake Saint Louis and provide care that extends well beyond the exam room.

Dr. Wikoff has over 26 years of experience in the field of Obstetrics & Gynecology. Providing personal and compassionate care for women of all ages is a point of professional pride.

Her interests include jigsaw puzzles, yard work and gardening, and helping her grown kids “launch” into the world.