Urogynecology Research

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.

Explore our research

Clinical research:

• Clinical studies in urogynecology
• Publications by our female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery specialists

Basic science:

• Research projects

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

Associate Professor, Ob/Gyn
Fellowship Director, Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery

Division: Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery

Ramakrishna Kommagani, PhD

Assistant Professor, Ob/Gyn

Division: Basic & Translational Research

WASHU PROFILES

Jerry L. Lowder, MD, MSc

Chief, Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery
Associate Professor, Ob/Gyn

Division: Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery

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Additional investigators

• Melanie R. Meister, MD (FPMRS fellow)

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