Helen Gao, MD, MPH

Education

Undergraduate School: University of Chicago
Medical School: (MD & MPH) Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL
PubMed name(s): Helen X Gao

Residency

Why did you choose Wash U for residency?
Gut feeling on interview day – everyone was just so nice and welcoming and I knew this was a place where I could learn and grow in a supportive environment

What are you looking forward to the most by being a resident here at WashU?
Learning to be an excellent Ob/Gyn while bonding with my awesome co-residents. I’m excited to get to know St. Louis as well!

Currently have any fellowship plans for after residency?
Not sure yet, but so far interested in MFM or Family Planning.

Awards & Honors

Susan Anderson Kline, MD Scholarship Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Personal

Hometown: Newton, MA
Pronouns: she/her/hers

What do you do outside of work?
I love to explore St. Louis and its many free activities! Also love to cook/bake, try new restaurants and coffee shops, knit, play board games, and cuddle with my chiweenie Kiwi!