Celebration OBGYN is pleased to announce that Kanisha Sierra-Rios, MD joined our practice in October 2017.

Dr. Sierra-Rios was born and raised in Bayamon, Puerto Rico to a close-knit family, being the youngest of four girls. She attended Catholic School from kindergarten through high school and received her Bachelors of Science Degree in Biology from the University of Puerto Rico in San Juan. Later she attended Ponce School of Medicine for her medical degree and the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine to complete her residency. During her residency, she was awarded the “Recognition of Excellence on Minimally Invasive Surgery” by the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists.

After arriving to the Hospital San Pablo in Bayamon, Dr. Sierra noticed the need for the humanization of the delivery process and the high cesarean section rate. Her flagship project was the Humanized Birth Program which focuses on decreasing the C-section rate by empowering pregnant patients who previously had no input regarding her care, by adding doulas to the OB team to work as advocates for the patient. She believes that there is no other specialty that offered her the privilege to care for women throughout all the stages of her life. Having the opportunity to be a surgeon and a primary care physician at the same time, is something that gives her great passion to provide exceptional care for her patients.

In her personal time, Dr. Sierra-Rios enjoys spending time with her husband of five years Jose. They enjoy the beach, golfing, traveling, music, food and family.

“I come from a tiny island in the Caribbean with 3.5 million people. Starting our lives in Florida allowed us to feel the same warmth and comfort we used to get back home but where I could further develop my career and skills being surrounded by such a talented team. I am excited to share my love and passion with every single one of my patients.” -Dr. Sierra-Rios

Celebration Athletic Foundation Casino Night–May 2017

Celebration OBGYN is honored to be a gold sponsor for Celebration Athletic Foundation Casino Night. The event was held on May 6th at The Artisan Park Club House. The event was a great combination of Derby watching, Casino activities and socializing with people in the community. The funds raised help support The Celebration Athletic Foundation.

Celebration Athletic Foundation is an organization that was formed by a group of parents. We wanted to come together to raise money to support athletics within the Celebration community. The CAF holds one fundraising event each year, our “Casino Night” event. The money raised at this fundraiser is dispersed throughout the year to grant various athletic-related requests for town youth activities, the Celebration K-8 School, and Celebration High School.

The Knights of Columbus Golf Outing – April 2017

Celebration OBGYN is honored to be the Luncheon Sponsor for The Knight of Columbus 10th Annual Golf Outing on April 1, 2017. The day of golf will take place at The Legends at Orange Lake. The annual golf outing is the Knights’ primary fund raiser to support local charities. In the last five years the Knights have donated over $60,000 shared between several local worthy charities. Here are a few that have benefited from the fundraising efforts; ACS Relay for Life, Children’s Advocacy Group, Noah’s Light, Give Kids Safe Shelter, Osceola Meals on Wheels, Second Harvest Food Bank, Help Now Osceola, and Habitat for Humanity.

Community Hope Center’s Strike for Hope–March 2017

Celebration OBGYN is honored to be a lane sponsor for The Community Hope Center’s Strike for Hope. The event was held on March 5th 2017 at Splitsville in Disney’s Springs. The event was a great combination of bowling, dancing, and socializing with people in the community. The funds raised help support the Community Hope Center of Osceola County.

The Community Hope Center of Osceola County is a program-based project that impacts the low-income, poverty level families and individuals living in and around Osceola County, Florida. The primary emphasis is to serve those living homeless or in motels and hotels along Osceola County’s 192 Corridor. The Hope Center restores dignity and self-sufficiency to those in need in our community through a holistic approach to case management, funds assistance, and life skills.

Run With The Pride 5K Fun Run & Walk

Celebration Obstetrics and Gynecology is honored to be the Presenting Sponsor for The Celebration K-8 Run with the Pride 5K. The run is designed to encourage students, staff, families and surrounding community members to become involved in fitness and good health while raising funds for our school. The Celebration K8 School Run with the Pride 5K Fun Run & Walk is an untimed, sidewalk race. The course starts at the Celebration K8 School Gym (951 Starling Drive), winds through the beautiful neighborhoods of Celebration, along the golf course and down the palm tree-lined Celebration Blvd.

Toys For Tots- November 2016

Celebration Obstetrics and Gynecology is honored to be a drop off location for Toys For Tots. Toys For Tots is
U. S. Marine Corps Program that collects new, unwrapped toys during October, November and December each year, and distributes those toys as Christmas gifts to less fortunate children in the community in which the campaign is conducted. The primary goal of Toys for Tots is to deliver, through a new toy at Christmas, a message of hope to less fortunate youngsters that will assist them in becoming responsible, productive, patriotic citizens. We are very excited to be a part of the program this season!

Celebration High School Cheerleading Team – May 2016

Celebration Obstetrics and Gynecology is honored to be a sponsor for The Celebration High School Cheerleading Team. The team is composed of 36 dedicated, energetic, and school spirited, young women. In addition to the Varsity Squad, there is a Junior Varsity Squad. This upcoming year the cheerleading team will compete in numerous cheerleading competitions. We are very excited to help them out with our sponsorship.

Celebration Athletic Foundation – April 2016

Celebration Obstetrics and Gynecology is honored to be a sponsor for Celebration Athletic Foundation’s Casino Night. Celebration Athletic Foundation (CAF) is an organization that was formed by a group of local parents whose mission is to raise money to support athletics within the Celebration community. The CAF holds one fundraising event each year, “Casino Night”. The money raised at this fundraiser is dispersed throughout the year to grant various athletic-related requests for town youth activities, the Celebration K-8 School, and Celebration High School. www.celebrationathleticfoundation.com

Celebration Youth Soccer – March 2016

Celebration OBGYN is honored to be a sponsor for Celebration Youth Soccer. Celebration Youth Soccer (CYS) is a community based, non-profit organization dedicated to providing developmental opportunities for local youth through the sport of soccer. Our role is to create a community environment that is safe, fun and will nurture a passion for the sport in young players and their families. CYS strives to instill a love for the game in our players and to cultivate that passion as each child matures and progresses through the program. We take great pride in developing our players as athletes, students, and responsible young men and women. Our players form life-long friendships with their teammates, maintain healthy lifestyles, and acquire leadership, teamwork, and sportsmanship skills that ultimately prepare them for life beyond soccer. For additional information go to www.celebrationyouthsoccer.com

Nutrition is Key for a Healthy Pregnancy

Eating a healthy, balanced diet while you’re pregnant protects you and your growing baby. Although you should take a prenatal vitamin as insurance, choosing the right foods will help give you the complex mix of nutrients that pregnant women need. Aim for meals high in these important nutrients:

Calcium

Baby Benefits: Builds bones and teeth. (Your growing baby takes the calcium she needs from your body, so to keep your bones and teeth healthy, you need to get enough to replace that amount.)
Your Benefits: Protects your bone density. It may also help prevent high blood pressure while you’re pregnant.
Pregnancy RDA: 1,000 milligrams (mg); don’t exceed 2,500 mg