Our basic science research investigates the role for estrogen signaling and therapy in the management of urinary tract infections in postmenopausal women, as well as urinary microbiome studies in postmenopausal women.

Through surgical trials and patient-reported outcomes, our clinical research seeks better understanding of female pelvic conditions and their impact on patients’ lives, as well as improving treatment.

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Investigators

Investigators in urogynecology include an interdisciplinary group of faculty members in the Department of Ob/Gyn’s Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Center for Reproductive Health Sciences, and Division of Clinical Research.

Ob/Gyn faculty

Chiara Ghetti, MD, MSc

Chiara Ghetti, MD, MSc

Professor, Ob/Gyn
Fellowship Director, Urogynecology & Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery

Division: Urogynecology & Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery

Admin; Brenda Sellars

Julie Hake, DNP, APRN-C, WHNP-BC

Julie Hake, DNP, APRN-C, WHNP-BC

Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner
Board Certified

Division: Urogynecology & Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery

Admin; Brenda Sellars

 

Jerry L. Lowder, MD, MSc

Jerry L. Lowder, MD, MSc

Professor, Ob/Gyn
Urogynecology & Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery
Director of T32 Training Program, FPMRS Research

Division: Urogynecology & Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery

Admin; Brenda Sellars

 

Sara Wood, MD, MHPE, FACOG

Sara Wood, MD, MHPE, FACOG

Associate Professor, ObGyn
Chief, Urogynecology & Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery

Division: Urogynecology & Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery

Admin; Brenda Sellers


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