WashU Medicine OBGYN hosted its annual Career Day, giving residents a firsthand look at the range of professional opportunities within obstetrics and gynecology. Attendees connected with physicians from across the St. Louis area, gaining insight into both private and academic practice through panel discussions.
The 2026 fall agenda featured panels moderated by WashU faculty, highlighting alumni and experts from institutions like Scherbel Clinic, BJC Medical Group, Iyengar Capital, 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
Our Grand Rounds started the day, presented by Dr. Eva Aagaard.
“The Physician We Choose to Be: Professional Identity, Values & Accountability in a Changing World”
The Business of Medicine & Contract Negotiation
Dr. Sara Cusworth,* Women’s Care Consultants
Ms. Rachel Jeep, Jeep Law
Dr. Cory Miller, WashU Medicine [Laborist]
Dr. Sara Wood, WashU Medicine [Urogyn, Division Chief]
*WashU-trained Alumni
The Fork in the Road: Fellowship, Academia, & Private Practice
Dr. Toni Frolova*, WashU Medicine [MFM, Program Director]
Dr. Jodie Rai,* Scherbel Clinic
Dr. Denise Willers*, WashU Medicine [Generalist, Division Chief]
Beyond the Bedside: Innovation, Leadership, & Alternative Pathways
Dr. Eva Aagaard, WashU Medicine [Vice Dean for Education]
Dr. Tara Butler,* Iyengar Capital [Founder & Managing Director]
Dr. Katie Henderson, BJC [Vice President & CMO]
Dr. Liz Peek, WashU Medicine OTM [New Ventures Senior Associate]
Dr. Valerie Ratts, WashU Medicine [REI & Associate Dean for Admissions]
Private Practice Panel
