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:
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
Division: Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery

Chiara Ghetti, MD, MSc
Associate Professor, Ob/Gyn
Fellowship Director, Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery
Division: Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery
Division: Basic & Translational Research

Jerry L. Lowder, MD, MSc
Chief, Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery
Associate Professor, Ob/Gyn
Division: Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery

Indira Mysorekar, PhD
James P. Crane Professor, Ob/Gyn
Professor, Pathology & Immunology
Director, Center for Reproductive Health Sciences
Division: Basic & Translational Research
Additional investigators
- Melanie R. Meister, MD (FPMRS fellow)