Meet Dr. Melissa Gutierrez
Dr. Melissa Gutierrez is a board-certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist, fellowship-trained in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (MIGS), and a certified menopause specialist (MSCP). With more than 15 years of clinical experience, Dr. Gutierrez is dedicated to helping women navigate every stage of life through compassionate, evidence-based, and personalized care.
She specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic gynecologic surgery for conditions including fibroids, endometriosis, ovarian cysts, abnormal bleeding, and pelvic pain. By offering minimally invasive surgical techniques, Dr. Gutierrez helps patients experience shorter recovery times, reduced discomfort, and improved outcomes while prioritizing fertility preservation whenever possible.
As a menopause and hormone therapy specialist, Dr. Gutierrez provides individualized treatment plans for women experiencing perimenopause and menopause symptoms. Her goal is to restore hormonal balance, improve quality of life, and help patients feel empowered in their healthcare decisions.
Dr. Gutierrez earned her medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine, completed her OBGYN residency in Phoenix through what is now Creighton University, and completed advanced fellowship training in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery in Las Vegas. She is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Hospital and La Peer Surgery Center and maintains a private practice in Beverly Hills.
Before relocating to California, Dr. Gutierrez spent more than six years practicing in Las Vegas, where she held multiple leadership positions including Director of Robotics at Las Vegas Minimally Invasive Surgery, Assistant Medical Director of the Las Vegas Pelvic Health Center, and Assistant Fellowship Director of Las Vegas Minimally Invasive Surgery. In 2014, she received the Top OB/GYN Las Vegas Award from the International Association of Obstetrics and Gynecologists.
In addition to patient care, Dr. Gutierrez is passionate about education, surgical training, and advancing women’s health research. She has trained physicians through surgical workshops and proctoring at institutions including the University of Nevada School of Medicine and UCLA. She is also an internationally recognized lecturer who has presented at conferences and medical meetings around the world focused on minimally invasive gynecology, robotic surgery, pelvic health, and menopause care.
Dr. Gutierrez has contributed to published medical research, scientific educational videos, articles, and interviews related to gynecologic health and robotic surgery. She also serves as an expert panelist for WisePause Wellness and participated as a guest speaker for the Los Angeles premiere screening of the documentary The M-Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause.
Fluent in English and proficient in Spanish, Dr. Gutierrez is committed to providing compassionate, culturally sensitive care that helps women feel heard, supported, and informed throughout their healthcare journey.