37 Physician Metro OB-GYN Determined to improve the quality of life for her patients at Metro OB-GYN, Dr. Yuliya Malayev offers minimally invasive treatments for women living with chronic pain using robotic gynecological surgery. Having experienced a complicated pregnancy and postpartum course herself, Malayev is an advocate for maternal health and also focuses on helping Russian-speaking Ukrainian refugees. Through Blue Cross Blue ShieldÕs Obstetrics Initiative, she continuously works to prevent unnecessary cesarean births and improve health outcomes for mothers and infants. Malayev also educates medical students and residents at Huron Valley Hospital - DMC and publishes articles on KevinMD.com for the general public. She earned a doctorate in osteopathic medicine and a masterÕs degree in public health from Nova Southeastern University in Florida as well as bachelorÕs degrees in biology and Russian language and literature from the University of Michigan. Malayev and her husband live in West Bloomfield with their two children and dog. The information presented here was accurate as of Jan. 1, 2024.