Dr. Bret T. Henderson, MD (opens in new tab)
Dr. Megan Missanelli, MD, MPH (opens in new tab)
Dr. Lauren Cooper, MD (opens in new tab)
Dr. Christine Hude, MD (opens in new tab)
Specialty: Women's Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Office locations: Fairhope, AL
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.

Heather Talbot, CRNP
Always wonderful
Lauren Cooper, M.D.
The physician was great. But, the ambiance of the overall office space was not ideal. Why does the office smell like cigarette smoke? And, the Jesus music is very non-inclusive. :(
Bret Henderson, M.D.
Nice doctor cares for patient does great Job professional young man
Carla Corte, CRNP
Love her!!!!
Megan Missanelli, M.D.
She’s fantastic and listens very well and so incredibly knowledgeable!
Heather Talbot, CRNP
Heather and Carla are the most caring and professional Nurse Practitioners ever!
Bret Henderson, M.D.
He stayed and talked to me and didn’t try to rush in and out. Very much appreciated
Carla Corte, CRNP
She is the best
Carla Corte, CRNP
Carla is the best! Listens well and is helpful in offering options.
Carla Corte, CRNP
Carla is fantastic! She listens intently, provides insight, and genuinely cares for her patients.