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Thaker Appointed Chief, Division of Gynecologic Oncology
The Department is pleased to announce that Premal Thaker, MD, MS, the David & Lynn Mutch Distinguished Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Director of Gynecologic Oncology Clinical Trials, has been appointed as Chief of the Division of Gynecologic Oncology, effective June 1, 2025. Dr. Thaker served for almost 18 months as Interim Chief and […]
REDs & the Marathon of Medicine: What sports teach us about resiliency, recovery, and how to avoid being benched
WashU Medicine OBGYN’s Discuss the Importance of Addressing RED-S in Adolescents and Professionals It’s well studied in athletes—chronic low energy availability leads to performance implications. It turns out that rest and recovery are essential for top performance, even for Type A doctors. Is it possible to create space for rest, recovery, and recharging in our […]
Dr. Goodman and Dr. Thayer Initiated into AOA
Congrats to Dr. Bree Goodman and Dr. Sydney Thayer, were unanimously selected to the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Class of 2024, representing WashU Medicine! “WashU Medicine values inclusion, diversity, innovation and critical thinking – all of which are aligned with AOA’s core principles,” said Renée Shellhaas, MD, the David T. Blasingame Professor of Neurology and senior associate […]
Dr. Thaker named a 2025 Research All-Star for Gynecologic Surgery
We are honored to share Dr. Thaker’s recognition as a 2024 Gynecologic Surgery Research All-Star! This accolade celebrates the significant research contributions made through co-authored publications. The Healthcare Research All Star lists, curated by Avant-garde Health, which features only the top 5% of hospitals and surgeons whose research defines the forefront of Gynecologic Surgery care. […]
Dr. David Mutch Honored with WashU Medicine Alumni Achievement Award
WashU Medicine proudly announces David G. Mutch, MD, as the recipient of the 2025 WashU Medicine Alumni Achievement Award. This prestigious honor is awarded to a distinguished alum celebrating more than 25 years since graduation, recognizing exceptional accomplishments in the medical field, community impact, and enduring service to the university. About Dr. David Mutch A […]