About
Melissa Chinn, DO, FACOG is the founder of Chinn GYN, LLC in Mount Vernon, Washington. Born and raised in Seattle, she completed her medical training in California and her residency in Nevada. She has held her FACOG fellowship with the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and has been a physician since 2001. Dr. Chinn practiced in the greater Seattle area for years before launching Chinn GYN in 2019 to focus entirely on women's wellness and gynecology.
As a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Chinn takes an inherently integrative and holistic approach to patient health. She believes it is hard to treat a condition without addressing its full context. Her clinical work covers heavy menstrual bleeding, endometrial conditions, cervical abnormalities, pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction, infertility, menopause, LGBTQ health concerns, weight management, and chronic medical conditions. She performs in-office procedures including Minerva endometrial ablation, colposcopy, LEEP, diagnostic and operative hysteroscopy, polypectomy, and lesion destruction. Dr. Chinn approaches every patient with both humor and compassion, and she built Chinn GYN to allow her to tailor care uniquely to each individual.
Education & Training
Medical School
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (medical training in California)
Residency
Residency in Nevada
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Chinn right for?
Dr. Chinn is an excellent fit for adult women seeking a physician who addresses health in its full context. Patients managing heavy menstrual bleeding, hormonal concerns, menopausal symptoms, or pelvic pain benefit from her integrative osteopathic approach. She serves LGBTQ+ patients seeking comprehensive gender-affirming care, including hormone therapy and surgical referrals. Women navigating fertility challenges, sexual dysfunction, or disordered eating also find a knowledgeable and compassionate partner in Dr. Chinn. Her concierge model suits patients who want direct, consistent access to their own physician rather than rotating providers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Chinn treats a broad range of women's health concerns. Her clinical focus includes heavy menstrual bleeding, endometrial and cervical conditions, pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction, infertility, menopause, and chronic medical conditions. She also manages weight concerns, disordered eating, and LGBTQ+ health needs including hormone therapy.
Dr. Chinn performs a wide range of procedures directly in the office. These include Minerva endometrial ablation, colposcopy, LEEP, diagnostic and operative hysteroscopy, polypectomy, and gynecologic lesion destruction. She also performs labiaplasty and Bartholin's gland procedures. Every procedure at Chinn GYN is performed by a medical provider, never delegated to a technician or esthetician.
Yes. Dr. Chinn holds a fellowship with the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, designating her as a FACOG. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree after completing medical training in California and a residency in Nevada.
Dr. Chinn takes a holistic, integrative approach rooted in her osteopathic training. She believes it is hard to treat a condition without understanding its full context. She approaches each patient with both clinical rigor and a genuine sense of humor, aiming to make every visit feel personal rather than transactional.
Yes. Dr. Chinn provides comprehensive LGBTQ+ gender-affirming care. Her services include hormone therapy, mental health counseling referrals, and coordination of surgical referrals when appropriate.
Yes. Dr. Chinn evaluates and treats fertility concerns as part of her gynecologic practice. She works with patients to identify underlying contributors and develop individualized plans.
Dr. Chinn became a physician in 2001 and has practiced in the greater Seattle area since 2005. She founded Chinn GYN in 2019 to focus exclusively on women's wellness and gynecologic specialty care.
Yes. Dr. Chinn offers hormone therapy for a range of concerns, including menopausal symptoms, sexual dysfunction, and gender-affirming care. She tailors hormone plans to each patient's individual health goals and history.
Dr. Chinn treats women as complete individuals rather than focusing narrowly on reproductive organs. Her osteopathic training, concierge model, and refusal to delegate procedures to non-physician staff all reflect a commitment to thorough, relationship-driven care. She also addresses areas many gynecologists do not, including disordered eating, mental health referrals, nutrition, and advanced aesthetics.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026