My career

I began my career as an obstetrician-gynecologist in Santa Monica in 2003 and launched my private practice in Santa Monica in 2011. A native of New York, I attended the pre-college division of Juilliard school and then received my Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences from Stanford University. After completing my medical degree at UCLA, I became a resident physician in obstetrics and gynecology at Kaiser Permanente, Los Angeles. 

My philosophy

Each one of us is unique and has a story to tell and in order to help others one must know oneself and one’s history. I pride myself in listening actively to my patient’s accounts and in humbly and respectfully attempting to make the connections between past and present. It is vital to view ourselves in relation to not only our internal well-being but also in the context of our communities and our world. I believe we should continue to challenge ourselves to learn every day and to self-reflect and to question what previously has been accepted as standard. Only when we can truly understand this can we maintain our health, heal from those wounds of the past and continue to thrive each day. 

My approach

I believe that health care consists of a sacred partnership between physician and patient based on mutual trust. I encourage open communication and dialogue between myself and my patients. It is truly a privilege and gift to have been in practice long enough to have the babies I have delivered as patients now. As a mentor, I hope to continue to support and inspire others. 

My Associations

I am currently a diplomate of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and a member of the Association of Black Women Physicians.

My self

I am grateful to have the support of family and friends. I enjoy traveling, swimming, walking on the beach and writing. I am thrilled to be the mother of two active young boys. 

— Aminah Bliss, MD, OB/GYN

Obstetrics

• Preconception counseling

• Prenatal care and delivery

• High risk obstetrical care and delivery

• Obstetrical ultrasound

• Non invasive prenatal testing (NIPT)

• Non stress testing

• Genetic counseling and testing

• Postpartum blues and depression

• Breast engorgement and mastitis

• Doula referral

• Labor class / Infant CPR referral

Gynecology

• Pap with HPV evaluation

• Abnormal Pap evaluation and treatment

• STD education and testing

• Pelvic ultrasound

• PCOS diagnosis and treatment

• Family planning / Contraceptive management

• IUD placement

• PMS

• Hormonal imbalance

• Perimenopause

• Breast evaluation

• Thyroid evaluation

• Genetic counseling and testing

Adolescent Gynecology

• Emotional and physical changes of puberty

• Menstrual cycle irregularities

• Heavy or painful cycles

• STD education and testing

• Weight management and eating disorders

• Acne

• Breast masses

• Sexual activity and contraception

• Gardasil vaccine

Infertility

• Infertility evaluation and diagnosis

• Ovarian reserve assessment

• Pelvic ultrasound

• Intrauterine insemination

• Clomid cycles

• Semen analysis referral

• Accupuncture referral

• IVF referral

Menopause

• Breast cancer screen

• Colon cancer screen

• Osteoporosis screen with DEXA bone scan

• Urinary incontinence

• Painful intercourse

• Vaginal rejuvenation with Mona Lisa Touch Laser

• Hormonal imbalance

• Hormone replacement therapy

• Weight management

• Cholesterol evaluation

• Diabetes evaluation

• Genetic counseling and testing

1450 10th Street, Suite 305
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Phone: 424-348-3800
Fax: 833-974-2033

Email: ablissmd@gmail.com

Office Hours
Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm