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Nelson Society Hosts 4th Annual Resident Career Day

WashU Medicine OBGYN hosted its annual Career Day, highlighting the wide range of professional opportunities within obstetrics and gynecology. Residents engaged with physicians from across the St. Louis area, gaining valuable perspectives on both private and academic practice through panel discussions.

The 2026 agenda featured panels moderated by WashU faculty, highlighting alumni and experts from institutions like MCRM Fertility, SSM Health Medical Group, BJC Medical Group, and WashU Medicine. Attendees also had the opportunity to participate in a professional development session and network over lunch, fostering connections to support their career growth.

We thank our special guests for sharing their time and expertise with our trainees!


Grand Rounds

“Communication: Across the Generational Expanse” by Scott Graziano, MD.

Private Practice

Dr. Najat Al-Sherri*, SSM Health Medical Group

Dr. Mira Aubuchon*, MCRM Fertility

Dr. Michelle de Vera*, BJC Medical Group (Retired)

Dr. Kathleen Jaeger*, BJC Medical Group

Dr. Halley Staples*, BJC Medical Group

*WashU-trained Alumni 

Academic Practice

Dr. Heather Campbell, WashU Medicine [MFM]

Dr. Scott Graziano, University of Cincinnati [General]

Dr. Dineo Khabele, WashU Medicine [Gyn Onc]

Dr. Maggie Mullen*, WashU Medicine [Gyn Onc]

Dr. Whitney Ross*, WashU Medicine [CBG / MIGS] 

Community Focused Care Models

Dr. Margaret Baum*, CMO Planned Parenthood Great Rivers

Dr. Becky Lynn*, Director, Evora Women’s Health

Dr. Melissa Tepe*, VP/CMO Affinia Healthcare