Bayside Women’s Health, has been providing high-quality care for women on the Eastern Shore. From pregnancy to menopause, our office brings experience and innovation. Our staff is as dedicated to our mission as our physicians and several have been with us for many years. You will always see familiar and kind faces at Bayside Women’s Health.
Bayside Women’s Health, has been providing high-quality care for women on the Eastern Shore. From pregnancy to menopause, our office brings experience and innovation. Our staff is as dedicated to our mission as our physicians and several have been with us for many years. You will always see familiar and kind faces at Bayside Women’s Health.
Bayside Women’s Health, has been providing high-quality care for women on the Eastern Shore since Dr. Fred Diegmann opened his doors in Fairhope more than 45 years ago. At the time, he was the only Obstetrician in Baldwin County. Over the years, his practice has evolved to now include Dr. Bret Henderson, Dr. Megan Missanelli, Dr. Lauren Cooper and Dr. Christine Hude. As a group, our physicians are dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care for women through all phases of their lives. From pregnancy to menopause, our office brings experience and innovation. Our staff is as dedicated to our mission as our physicians and several have been with us for many years. You will always see familiar and kind faces at Bayside Women’s Health.
We understand that life is busy, so we are pleased to offer, in most instances, same day appointments. We are also beginning to provide Telemedicine appointments through certain insurance providers.
Our answering service is available 24/7 for our obstetric and emergency gynecology patients. We also do not share call with any other group, guaranteeing that our own physicians will be available for delivery of our pregnant patients at any time.
We appreciate your confidence in us and hope to participate in your health for many years.

Megan Missanelli, M.D.
She is so informative and her bedside manner is amazing! Highly recommend her!
Carla Corte, CRNP
Carla was exceptionally helpful and explained things in a way no other doctor has. Told me about several options for older women, that will be most helpful , as I am old now.
Carla Corte, CRNP
Fantastic!!
Megan Missanelli, M.D.
Dr. Missanelli has been my doctor for almost a decade and she literally saved my life during post pardum. She is the best!
Carla Corte, CRNP
Carla is the best Medical person I see. She is direct and to the point while showing compassion and respect.
Carla Corte, CRNP
I love being able to come see her. She is so caring and sweet!!
Carla Corte, CRNP
Sympathetic, knowledgeable, reassuring, gentle, and listened to my questions. My exam felt like it was thorough and was over in no time.
Carla Corte, CRNP
She is amazing ! So thorough!
Lauren Cooper, M.D.
I LOVE THIS WOMAN! Literally will reference her to any pregnant woman or expecting mother
Megan Missanelli, M.D.
Extremely thorough. Makes sure patient understands the issues and the treatment plan. Follows up from other Dr treatments.