Cassandra Trammel, MD, MBA

Education

Undergrad: Washington University in St. Louis
Medical School:  University of Connecticut
Residency: Tufts Medical Center
PubMed name: Trammel, C

Personal

Hometown: West Hartford, CT
Pronouns: she/her/hers

What are your research interests?
Substance use disorders in pregnancy and quality improvement

What are your hobbies? 
Music, cooking/baking, spending time with friends. Hopefully getting a dog!

What’s one thing most people don’t know about you? 
My first job was a counselor & lifeguard at a music camp in rural Maine.

Awards & Honors

• SMFM Residency Program Award for Excellence in Obstetrics (2021)
• Chief Resident Compassionate Care Award (2022)
• Cotter & Doyle Award for Excellence in Community-Based Obstetrics and Gynecology (2022)
• Excellence in Teaching Citation (2019)
• Administrative Chief Resident

Fellowship

Why did you choose WashU for residency?

I chose WashU because of the incredible clinical training, the opportunity to work with the CARE clinic, and the clear dedication to providing equitable and excellent care.

What are you looking forward to the most by being a fellow at WashU?

I am looking forward to getting to deep dive into the topics I’m passionate about, and building relationships in the department!

What advice would you give OBGYN residents applying for your chosen fellowship specialty?

Be transparent about your specific career goals and what you are looking for- the right program will train you well and help you become the doctor you want to be!

What are your career goals?
I hope to gain skills as a physician researcher and as a maternal health advocate.