The OB/GYN Residency Program

The mission of the program is to train the finest Obstetricians – Gynecologists by providing a strong foundation in evidence based medicine utilizing a philosophy of progressive responsibility melding the best of the old and the best of the new in obstetrics and gynecology with compassion for the patient.  Central on the path is certification by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

This program provides four years of accredited clinically oriented graduate medical education focusing on reproductive health care and ambulatory care for women.  The experiential exposures approximate or exceed the ACGME 50th percentile for graduating residents.  It also provides the opportunity for supervised medical and surgical patient care throughout the course of training.  Formal educational experiences are also provided in the form of didactics, case presentations, journal club, Grand Rounds, morbidity and mortality conference and simulation labs. Rotations include 2 months of formalized ultrasound training and elective Planned Parenthood experience. Centers of clinical excellence within the Department include:

• KU Center for Minimally invasive and Robotic Surgery
• KU Center for Advanced Fetal Care
• KU Center for High Risk Pregnancy
• KU Center for Advanced Reproductive Medicine
• KU Center for Urogynecolgy and Pelvic Floor Repair

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology consists of clinical faculty members and and a number of Ph.D.s committed to research.

We also have a number of volunteer faculty members that assist in the training of our medical students and residents.