Accredited fellowship programs are required to give you 1 year of protected time for research, 2 graduate level courses, rotations with urology and colorectal and have a thesis requirement. These programs meet the training requirements set forth by the ABOG/ABU, and adhere to standards such as the 80-hour work week.
The below listings are organized by state and include contact information, program length, salary information and program descriptions as available.
As a member benefit, any member of AUGS is invited to submit a description of a fellowship program to info@augs.org. AUGS will upload it to this section of the Web site. AUGS is not responsible for the content or veracity of these postings.
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University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital and Clinics
Women’s Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital and Clinics
Accredited by ABOG and ABU
Contact Name and Address:
R. Edward Varner, MD
Fellowship Director
Women’s Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery
Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
618 20th St., South, NHB 219
Birmingham, AL 35233-7333
Phone: 205-934-1704
Fax: 205-975-8893
Email: evarner@uabmc.edu
Program Length: Gynecologists - 3 years, Urologists - 2 years
Salary: starting at $48,297 for PGY-5 plus meeting travel costs, benefits package including malpractice coverage, etc.
Description: Faculty in the Urogynecology division include Holly E. Richter, PhD, MD; Robert L. Holley, MD; and Thomas L. Wheeler, MD, MSPH. Other faculty include: fellowship co-director L. Keith Lloyd, MD in the Urology department; Ernesto R. Drelichman, MD in Colorectal Surgery; and Kathryn L. Burgio, PhD; Patricia S. Goode, MD; and Alayne D. Markland, DO in Geriatrics. Fellows are trained in the evaluation and treatment of women with all pelvic floor disorders including surgical and non-surgical treatments. They are also prepared for potential academic careers via full participation in research, grant development, and journal publications.
For an application: contact Sabrina Loveless (sloveless@uabmc.edu)
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Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Contact Name and Address:
Magdy Mikhail, M.D.
Montefiore Medical Center
Centennial Women’s Center
3332 Rochambeau Avenue
Bronx, NY 10467
Phone: 718-920-5233
Fax: 718-920-6313
Email: mikhailgyn@aol.com
Program Length: 3 years
Description: Involvement in graduate and undergraduate training and clinical research. At the completion of the fellowship, the subspecialist will be prepared to provide consultation and comprehensive management of women with complex benign pelvic conditions, lower urinary tract disorders, pelvic floor dysfunction, and defecatory disorders. On-site at Montefiore Medical Center, the major affiliate of the medical college, within the existing Division, is a fully equipped out-patient unit with equipment for urodynamic testing, photodocumentation, imaging, electrodiagnostic testing and biofeedback. The program provides a basis for an academic career in Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's Health founded in research and teaching while affording strong clinical exposure in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reproductive Surgery. Special interest areas are Pelvic Surgery, Pelvic Anatomy, Anal Incontinence (anal physiology laboratory).
Additional information can be found at www.aecom.yu.edu/obgyn/divdep/urogyn.html
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Baylor College of Medicine
Contact Name and Address:
Paul M. Fine, M.D.
Associate Professor, Departments of Ob/Gyn & Urology
Chief, Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery, and Fellowship Director
Smith Tower
6550 Fannin, Suite 901
Houston, TX 77030
Phone: (713) 798-8768
Email: pfine@bcm.tmc.edu
Program Length: 3 years, ABOG Accredited
Salary: $43,000 plus benefits and travel allowance, incremental increase in subsequent years.
Description: ABOG accredited for one fellow per year. Large urban setting in the Texas Medical Center with a large clinical volume. NIH Female Pelvic Floor Disorders Clinical Trials Network Clinical Site. Basic science and clinical research oppportunities. Teaching involvement with large residency (12 residents/year) and medical students.
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Brown Medical School
Contact Name and Address:
Deborah L. Myers, M.D.
Brown Medical School
Women & Infants Hospital of Rhode Island
The Center for Women's Surgery
695 Eddy Street
Providence, Rhode Island 02903
Phone: 401-453-7560 ext 107
Fax: 401-453-7573
Email: dmyers@wihri.org
Program Length: 3 years
Description: The fellowship program began in July 1993 and was the fifth accredited program in the country. A full range of surgical and non surgical modes of therapy are practiced. Fellows will receive extensive training in laparoscopic, vaginal, and abdominal surgical approaches. The fellowship includes formalized rotations in both Female Urology and Colorectal surgery. Fellows also have the opportunity to pursue other research training through the Division of Research. The Center for Women's Surgery is the Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery Division of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology of Women and Infants Hospital of RI. Women & Infants Hospital is a free standing women's hospital dedicated to Obstetrics and Gynecology with approximately 9000 deliveries per year and a comparable number of major and minor gynecologic procedures. Our fellowship program seeks highly competitive candidates who are interested in pursuing academic careers. Applications due June 1st.
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University of California, Irvine
Contact Name and Address:
Karen Noblett, M.D.
University of California, Irvine, Medical Center
Center for Continence and Reconstructive Surgery
101 The City Drive, Bldg 56, Ste 800, Rte 81
Orange, California 92868-3298
Office: 714-456-8564
Fax: 714-456-7754
Email: knoblett@uci.edu
Program Length: 3 years
Description: ABOG accredited. This new multidisciplinary fellowship program has been established based on the guidelines set forth by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and certification was determined in May 2008. Faculty includes four urogynecologists, two urologists, three colorectal surgeons, a gastroenterologist and two pelvic floor physical therapists. This comprehensive team provides extensive exposure and training in all aspects of female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, including da Vinci® robotics and sacral nerve modulation. Emphasis is placed on preparing fellows for a career in academics. Opportunities are available for a Masters in Research. Please email wyeagerm@uci.edu for an application.
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University of California Los Angeles
Contact Name and Address:
Narender N. Bhatia, M.D.
Department of OB/GYN
Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
100 W. Carson Street
Torrance, CA 90509
Phone: 310-222-3592
Fax: 310-222-4149
Email: narenderbhatia@hotmail.com
Program Length: 3 years
Description: The Division of Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery offers both clinical and research opportunities. The Division provides facilities for various sophisticated urodynamic and radiologic procedures. Teaching facilities include formal weekly gynecologic urology conferences, literature reviews, Surgical experience includes various incontinence procedures (>= 100), pelvic and vaginal surgery (>= 100), endoscopic experiences as urethroscopy, cystoscopy, etc. (> 500).
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University of California, San Diego/Kaiser
Charles W. Nager, M.D.
UCSD Women's Pelvic Medicine Center
9350 Campus Point Drive, Suite 2A
La Jolla, CA 92037-0974
Phone: 858-657-8435
Fax: 858-657-8650
Email: aribant@ucsd.edu
Program Length: 3 years
Description: An accredited three year Fellowship Program in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. Faculty includes 4 urogynecologists; Charles W. Nager, MD and Emily S. Lukacz, MD at UCSD Medical Center, and Karl M. Luber, MD and Shawn A. Menefee, MD at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, San Diego. Other faculty include a fellowship trained urologist, Michael Albo, MD. Clinical work involves exposure in a multi-disciplinary Women's Pelvic Medicine Center. There are rotations in Urology and Colorectal Disorders and courses in Biostatistics, Clinical Trial Design, and Epidemiology. Intended only for applicants interested in an academic career. You may email aribant@ucsd.edu to obtain a full description and application.
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University of Cincinnati, Good Samaritan Hospital
Contact Name and Address:
Mickey Karram, M.D.
Good Samaritan Hospital
1329 Clifton Ave. Suite 100
Cincinnati, OH 45220
Phone: 513-872-4171
Fax: 513-872-4498
Email: mickey_karram@trihealth.com and steven_kleeman@trihealth.com
Website: www.pelvicmed.com
Program Length: 3 years
Trainees per year: 1
Faculty and Staff:
Mickey M. Karram, M.D., Fellowship Director
Steven D. Kleeman, M.D., Fellowship Associate Director
Rachel N. Pauls, M.D.
Melanie Hungler, PA-C
Pattie Krotchen, PA-C
Kathleen Novicki, PT
Janice F. Rafferty, M.D., Chief Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Cincinnati
Brad Davis, M.D., Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Cincinnati
James F. Donovan, Jr., M.D., Chief Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, University of Cincinnati
Michael Maggio, M.D., Urology, Good Samaritan Hospital
Michael M. Baggish, M.D., Chairman, Department Obstetrics and Gynecology, TriHealth, General Gynecology
Description: The Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery fellowship at Good Samaritan Hospital started in 1992 and is fully accredited by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG) and American Board of Urology (ABU) since 1997. The objective of the fellowship program is to provide a comprehensive education and training in the areas of urogynecology and reconstructive pelvic surgery. There is an emphasis on the diagnostic evaluation and management of lower urinary tract dysfunction, pelvic organ prolapse, defacatory dysfunction, pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction and complicated benign pelvic surgery. Fellows receive experience through an extremely large clinical volume of patients that are managed both medically and surgically. A complete approach to the evaluation of pelvic floor disorders using multichannel urodynamics, cystourethroscopy, endoanal ultrasound and neurophysiologic testing is achieved. Medical management includes biofeedback, physical therapy, pharmacologic therapy and the use of pessaries and other medical devices (i.e. sacral neuromodulation). Surgical management includes a wide variety of procedures performed abdominally, vaginally, laparoscopically, and robotically. Good Samaritan Hospital is a training facility for robotic surgery and has over 5 da Vinci robots including one designated solely for teaching and training. All approaches to reconstructive pelvic surgery are emphasized with a broad range of surgical experience that includes rotations with a vulvar disease specialist, urology, and colorectal surgery.
Fellows will gain experience in both clinical and basic science research with opportunities to participate in the research of new medications, technology, surgical techniques and outcomes, as well as pelvic anatomy. A year of research time is allocated for fellows to pursue their own area of interest with support from the Hatton Research Foundation and the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. Fellows are provided laptop computers and are required to take graduate level courses in Biostatistics and Epidemiology. The opportunity for a Masters Degree is available depending upon department approval.
Salary is > $50,000 per year and dependent upon PGY level. Additional benefits include free health insurance, dental insurance, professional liability insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, free health club membership, free parking, office space, lab coats, physician dining room, and student affiliation with the University of Cincinnati. Fellows attend both Scientific Meetings for AUGS and SGS as well as the opportunity to attend meetings in Las Vegas and Hawaii. Fellows are allowed up to 4 weeks of vacation time per year.
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The Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Contact Name and Address:
Mark D. Walters, M.D.
The Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Section of Urogynecology & Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery
Desk A81
9500 Euclid Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44195
Phone: 216-445-6586
Fax: 216-636-2620
Email: walterm@ccf.org
Program Length: 3 years
Description: This fellowship is accredited in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery by The American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. The program is split into three major components: 1) Advanced operative endoscopy including all of the associated didactics on animals and cadavers; 2) In-patient Urogynecology, Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery, and Benign Gynecology; and 3) Research and out-patient clinics including urodynamic testing, and office procedures, off-service rotations in Colorectal Surgery. Each fellow will take a university course in Biostatistics and Epidemiology. There are regularly scheduled didactic conferences and ample opportunity to participate in clinical research and basic science investigations.
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Cleveland Clinic Foundation - Urological Institute
Contact Name and Address:
Firouz Daneshgari, M.D.
Director, Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery
Ohio State University
9500 Euclid Avenue, A100
Cleveland, OH 44195
Phone: 216-444-3677
Fax: 216-445-7031
Email: daneshf@ccf.org
Program Length: 2 years
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Cooper Hospital/University Medical Center
Robert Wood Johnson Medical School at Camden
Contact Name and Address:
Kristine Whitmore, M.D.
c/o Rosalind Robinson
Cooper Hospital/University Medical Center
Department of of OB/GYN
3 Cooper Plaza - Suite 221
Camden, NJ 08103
Phone: 856-963-3963
Fax: 856-365-1967
Email: robinson-rosalind@cooperhealth.edu
Program Length: 3 Years
Description: This is an exciting new accredited multidisciplinary three year Fellowship program which combines urology, urogynecology, colorectal surgery, as well as exposure to other subspecialties in an environment with adequate volume for Fellows to become skilled at all diagnostic and therapeutic modalities for female voiding disorders including incontinence, painful voiding disorders, fecal incontinence, sexual dysfunction, and management of all of these conditions surgically and nonsurgically with an emphasis on physical and behavioral therapy. Endoscopic exposure is adequate as well although Fellows will be well-versed in the traditional vaginal and abdominal approaches as they should be. Complicated combined urologic, colorectal, and reconstructive cases will be handled easily with our multidisciplinary staff. This includesw an unequaled exposure to painful voiding disorders and interstitial cystitis under Dr. Whitmore's guidance. Dr. Whitmore is an internationally recognized expert in this field. Fellows will be provided adequate time to pursue research, both clinical as well as basic science, and a regular didactic conference schedule will be adhered to. The Fellows will also attend and participate in the Annual Meeting of the American Urogynecologic Society compliments of the Division of Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery. Qualified applicants should write for an application at the above address.
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Duke University Medical Center
Contact Name and Address:
Cindy Amundsen, M.D.
Duke University Medical Center
Department of OB/GYN
Box 3192
Durham, NC 27710
Phone: 919-684-4647
Fax: 919-681-5929
Email: amund002@mc.duke.edu
Program Length: 3 years
The Duke fellowship is one of the first four accredited programs in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. Our faculty continues the long tradition of training fellows to be superb clinicians, educators, and researchers and includes Anthony Visco, M.D., Division Director, Cindy Amundsen, M.D., Fellowship Director, Alison Weidner, M.D., Director of Research, and Jennifer Wu, M.D. In addition, we have a strong collaboration with George Webster, FRCS, Urology, Christopher Mantyh, Colorectal Surgery, Donald Sanders, M.D., Neurology and Evan Myers, M.D., Epidemiologic Research. A large diverse and complex referral patient population, cared for in conjunction with the above expert faculty, allows for training in vaginal, abdominal and robotic surgery as well as education in managing neurogenic bladders, defecatory dysfunction, fecal incontinence and other pathologies requiring pelvic reconstruction. State-of- the-art neuropharmacology, molecular genetics, and micturition physiology labarotories, with ongoing research collaborations, are available for fellow participation. Duke fellows regularly present original research at national meetings and have the opportunity to obtain a Masters in Clinical Research during their three year FPMRS fellowship. You may obtain more information and an application at obgyn.duke.edu.
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Evanston Northwestern Healthcare
Northwestern University Medical School
Contact Name and Address:
Peter K. Sand, M.D.
Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Northwestern University
Head, Division of Urogynecology
ENH Urogynecology and Centers for Female Pelvic Surgery
1000 Central Street
Suite 730
Evanston, IL 60201
Phone: 847-570-2750
Fax: 847-570-1386
Email: p-sand@northwestern.edu
Program Length: 3 years
Description: Active clinical and research program with strong surgical experience and training in the full spectrum of Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery. The program, over the past decade, has positioned numerous individuals to assume leadership roles as fellowship directors and division heads throughout the U.S. and abroad. We value applicants who are seeking a high level of research productivity during fellowship, and who are interested in future academic careers. In addition to a robust involvement in clinical research, excellent opportunities exist for bench research with funding. Fellows participate in urology and colorectal rotations, and receive formal training in study design and epidemiology through Northwestern University. An additional Masters Degree in Clinical Investigation from Northwestern University can be attained with minimal additional coursework; all tuition is fully covered. Trainees receive full support for national and international meetings. Salary range: $56,000 to $61,000.
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Hartford Hospital
Medical School affiliation: University of Connecticut
Program Director: Paul Tulikangas, MD
Contact name and address:
Angie Rivera
Women’s Health Services
Hartford Hospital
80 Seymour Street
Hartford, CT 06102
Phone: 860-545-1669
E mail: avriver@harthosp.org
Program Length: 3 years
Description: The fellowship program is accredited by the ABU/ABOG. This is a three-year multidisciplinary fellowship with a broad experience in management of female urinary and fecal incontinence, bladder pain disorders, pelvic organ prolapse, defecatory dysfunction and voiding dysfunction. Experience will include training in both vaginal and abdominal procedures with a special emphasis on laparoscopic and robotic procedures.
Each fellow will take graduate courses in Biostatistics and Epidemiology. Regularly scheduled didactic sessions are lead by the faculty covering all topics in female pelvic floor dysfunction. Time will be protected for completion of research projects and support provided from our Department as well as the Clinical Research Center.
Faculty:
Dr. Paul Tulikangas
Assistant Professor, University of Connecticut
Fellowship Program Director
Fellowship training at Cleveland Clinic Foundation 1998-2001
Dr. Christine LaSala
Division Director
Associate Professor, University of Connecticut
Fellowship training at Brown University 1995-97
Dr. Adam Steinberg
Assistant Professor, University of Connecticut
Fellowship training atUniversity of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School at Camden, Cooper University Hospital 2003-06
Application Deadline: June 29, 2009.
Next fellowship position available: July 1, 2010.
Contact Angie Rivera for an application:
Phone: 1-860-545-1669
E mail: avriver@harthosp.org
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Indiana University
Contact Name and Address:
Douglass S. Hale, M.D.
Methodist Hospital
1633 North Capitol Avenue, Suite 436
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Phone: 317-962-8152
Fax: 317-962-2049
Email: DougH22@aol.com
Program Length: 3 years
Description: First program in nation to be approved for ABOG accreditation. It embodies all elements dealing with female pelvic floor disorders including urinary and fecal incontinence, pelvic floor prolapse and voiding dysfunctions with special emphasis on urodynamic testing, complex neurophysiologic studies and developmental surgical reconstruction techniques. Diagnostic procedures including simple and multi-channel cystometrics, video urodynamics, urethrocystoscopy, anal manometry and endoscopy & radiographic evaluation of the pelvic floor are learned. Conservative management is also learned. Regular ongoing didactic and conferences with radiology, colorectal and neurology are held, as well.
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Louisiana State University
Contact Name and Address:
Ralph R. Chesson, Jr., M.D.
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Section of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
1542 Tulane Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70112
Phone: 504-568-4866
Fax: 504-568-5140
Email: RChess@LSUHSC.edu
Program Length: 3 years
Description: University-based academic fellowship in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery with heavy emphasis on urologic and colorectal aspects of female pelvic surgery. Opportunities for electives in Nicaragua and Africa are available and encouraged. One year of graduate studies at the public health school is required. Fellows have their own anatomy labs and are mentored to master the female pelvis. Fellows will be encouraged to pursue research, both clinical as well as basic science, and a regular didactic conference schedule will be adhered to. The Fellows will also attend and participate in the Annual Meeting of the American Urogynecologic Society.
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Loyola University Medical Center
Contact Information:
Kimberly Kenton, MD
Director, Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
Loyola University Medical Center
2160 South First Avenue
Maywood, IL 60153
kkenton@lumc.edu.
Program Length: 3 Years
We are committed to advancing health care for women with pelvic floor disorders by training gynecologists and urologists to be academic leaders in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. Our faculty prepares FPMRS fellows to achieve their fullest potential with excellence as pelvic surgeons, educators, and researchers. The faculty for our ABOG-ABU accredited program includes 4 fellowship-trained Urogynecologists – 3 boarded in Obstetrics & Gynecology and 1 boarded in Urology. This provides depth, breadth and diversity to our clinical and surgical training, which includes vaginal, abdominal, laparoscopic, and robotic approaches to pelvic reconstruction. We also offer training in urinary diversions and endourologic procedures. High-quality research education and conduct is also fundamental to our FPMRS training program. Loyola FPMRS fellows are encouraged to present their work at national and international meetings and are well prepared to continue independent research upon graduation. The Loyola FPMRS fellowship also offers two advanced degree opportunities: (1) MS in Clinical Research Methods; (2) MA in Bioethics.
For more information and application details, go to www.luhs.org/urogynecologyfellowship
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Magee-Womens Hospital
University of Pittsburgh
Contact Name and Address:
Pamela Moalli, MD, PhD
Magee-Womens Hospital
300 Halket Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Phone: (412) 641-6052
Fax: (412) 641-5290
Email: pmoalli@mail.magee.edu
Program Faculty: Pam Moalli, MD, PhD (Program Director), Halina Zyczynski, MD (Director, Division of Gynecologic Specialties and Urogynecology), Chiara Ghetti, MD (Urogynecology), Jerry Lowder, MD, MSc (Urogynecology), Gary Sutkin, MD (Urogynecology), Ted Lee, MD (Gynecologic Specialties), and Elizabeth Sagan, MD (Urology).
Trainees per year: 1
Program Length: 3 years
Request for applications directed to: klazar@mwri.magee.edu
Description: ABOG Accredited since 2002. The fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at Magee-Womens Hospital and the University of Pittsburgh is designed as a three-year curriculum for individuals who have completed an ACGME-approved residency training in obstetrics and gynecology or urology. The ideal candidate for this fellowship program will be an individual with a strong interest in pursuing a career in academic Urogynecology, to include excellence and leadership in education, research, and patient care. The curriculum is designed to provide broad training and experience in clinical care and research for women with pelvic floor disorders. Clinical rotations include in-patient and out-patient urogynecology, urology, and gastroenterology. Surgical approaches to pelvic floor disorders include abdominal, vaginal, and laparoscopic procedures. This curriculum provides an opportunity to obtain a Master's degree in Clinical Research Training. For more information, please contact Pamela Moalli, MD, PhD as indicated above.
Website: http://obgyn.medicine.pitt.edu/urogynecology/content.asp?id=376
Application deadline: June 30, 2008
Next fellowship position available: July 1, 2009
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Mayo Clinic Arizona
Contact Name and Address:
Paul M. Magtibay, M.D.
Mayo Clinic Arizona
Department of OB/GYN
5777 E. Mayo Boulevard
Phoenix, AZ 85054
Phone: 480-342-2829
Fax: 480-342-2782
e-mail: roller.verna@mayo.edu
Program Length: 3 years
Description: The Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship at Mayo Clinic Arizona was the first of its kind in the Mayo system. Our program is one of the most diverse gynecologic surgical fellowships available in the world. In fact, we routinely have surgeons from around the globe visit our operating rooms to observe our surgical techniques. Extensive surgical experience for the fellows includes management of urinary and anal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, urogenital anomalies, colo-rectal pelvic floor dysfunction, and a diverse exposure to benign and malignant pelvic surgery. Surgical training emphasizes vaginal, laparoscopic, and robotic minimally invasive techniques utilizing state of the art technology at the new Mayo Clinic Hospital. Mayo Clinic Arizona is the only institution in the nation with a dedicated one year robotics fellowship which attests to our surgical volume and experience in robotics. Fellows in the Female Pelvic Medicine program are highly skill in robotic and laparoscopic surgical procedures at the completion of their training. Three-separate conferences emphasize: major topics in pelvic floor medicine and reconstructive surgery, research, case reviews, journal clubs, and morbidity and mortality. Optional off-service rotations in Urology and Colo-Rectal Surgery are also available. This fellowship is non-ABOG accredited allowing for greater diversity of surgical training above and beyond traditional programs. Additional information can be found at: http://www.mayo.edu/msgme/obgyn-reconsurg-sct.html
http://www.mayo.edu/msgme/obgyn-reconsurg-sct.html
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Mayo Clinic Rochester
Contact Name and Address:
John B. Gebhart, M.D.
Department of OB/GYN
200 First Street, SW
Rochester, MN 55905
Phone: 507-266-0167
Fax: 507-266-9300
Email: rinas.danette@mayo.edu
Program Length: 3 years
Description: This accredited, multidisciplinary fellowship program began in 1965 as a one-year advanced pelvic surgery fellowship. In 1996, it became an accredited three-year fellowship training program covering the objectives as outlined by ABOG. The three-year curriculum includes a Master’s Degree in Biomedical Sciences or Clinical Research. Extensive clinical experience is offered in medical and surgical management of pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, pelvic floor dysfunction, fistula, and congenital anomalies as well as complex benign gynecological surgery. The Urogynecology Incontinence Clinic affords fellows the opportunity to actively participate in the evaluation and treatment of patients with a variety of pelvic floor and genitourinary disorders. The curriculum is multidisciplinary with rotations in Urology, Colorectal Surgery, Gastroenterology, PM&R, Plastic Surgery and offers a strong didactic component. Fellows spend a dedicated year doing basic science or clinical research and fulfilling their M.S. degree requirements. This fellowship seeks highly competitive candidates who are interested in pursuing academic careers in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery.
Web page: www.mayo.edu/msgme
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University of Michigan Health System
Contact Name and Address:
John L. DeLancey, M.D.
Division of Gynecology
University of Michigan Health System
Dept. Obstetrics & Gynecology
Room L4100 Women's Hospital
1500 East Medical Center Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-0276
Phone: 734-764-8429
Fax: 734-647-9727
Delancey@med.umich.edu
Program Length: 3 years
Description: This is a three-year fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. We have been an ABOG accredited program since July 1, 2003. The faculty includes Dr. John DeLancey, the Norman F. Miller Professor of Gynecology at the University of Michigan who is the Fellowship Director; Dr. Dee Fenner, the Furlong Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Director of the Division of Gynecologic Specialties; and Dr. Ed McGuire, Professor of Urology at the University of Michigan. This is a joint fellowship supported by the Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Urology. The fellowship is geared for applicants pursuing a career in academic medicine. Clinical and surgical experience includes treatment of urinary incontinence, anal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and colorectal pelvic floor dysfunction. Both the Urogynecology Service and Urology Service have large clinical volumes covering the full spectrum of pelvic floor dysfunction. There is a strong emphasis on research and collaboration based on long standing relationships with our basic science departments including Biomechanical Engineering and other clinical departments including Radiology and Surgery.
For further information about the Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship Program and the application process at the University of Michigan please refer to our website: http://www.med.umich.edu/obgyn/education/abog/fpm.htm.
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National Capital Consortium, Washington, DC
Contact Name and Address:
John R. Fischer, Lt. Col., USAF, M.C.
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Walter Reed Army Medical Center
6900 Georgia Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20307-5001
Phone: 202-782-8433
Fax: 202-782-9278
Email: john.fischer@na.amedd.army.mil
Program Length: 3 Years
Trainees per year: 1
Salary: Military fellow
Other covered expenses: American Urogynecology Society Meeting. 30 days/year vacation.
Description: The three year fellowship is accredited in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery by The American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and The American Board of Urology. The purpose is to train military fellows who on completion of the program will serve as teaching faculty at one of the Armed Forces Obstetrics and Gynecology residencies. The faculty consists of five full-time urogynecologists at Walter Reed and Washington Hospital Center. Fellows rotate at both facilities, with additional rotations in pelvic neurophysiology, urology, colorectal surgery, pelvic pain, and advanced laparoscopy while at Walter Reed. There are regularly scheduled didactic lectures covering all major topics in Urogynecology and pelvic floor dysfunction. Each fellow will complete University Biostatics and Epidemiology courses. Research opportunities include both clinical and basic science.
Special interest areas: Pelvic floor dysfunction, colorectal and neurological problems, advanced endoscopic procedures and the impact of pelvic floor dysfunction on women serving in the military.
Date program initiated: 2003
University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center
Contact Name and Address:
Rebecca G. Rogers, M.D.
Director, Division of Urogynecology
Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
1 University of New Mexico
MSC 10 5580
Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001
Phone: 505-272-9712
Fax: 505-272-1336
Email: rrogers@salud.unm.edu
Program Length: 3 years
Description: The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center training program in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Surgery includes a broad based experience in the diagnosis and medical and surgical treatment of urinary and anal incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. The faculty consists of two fellowship trained urogynecologists. Off service rotations in urology, colorectal surgery, and advanced laparoscopic skills are completed in the second and third years. Trainees receive protected research time and will become proficient in hypothesis driven research. Fellows will participate in the educational activities of the division including the teaching and supervision of medical students and residents.
Minimal requirements: M.D./D.O. and graduate of a qualified four-year residency program in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Application process: A complete application must include the following:
1) A signed letter of interest
2) Curriculum Vitae
3) Names and contact information of 3 references
New York University School of Medicine
Contact Name and Address:
Robert F. Porges, M.D.
Department of OB/GYN
550 First Avenue
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 212-263-6362
Fax: 212-263-7670
Email: robert.porges@med.nyu.edu
Description: We offer an accredited three-year fellowship program covering the objectives outlined by ABOG. Fellows will have progressive clinical responsibility and be exposed to a wide range of pathology in the evaluation and treatment of urinary and fecal disorders and pelvic floor dysfunction. Fellows will be involved in the teaching of residents and medical students and in research, with 12 months of block time for that purpose. The faculty consists of three urogynecologists and a urologist, with adjunctive participation by a colorectal surgeon, neurologist, intensivist and radiologists. Weekly interdisciplinary meetings are held to discuss topics, interesting cases, research and the current literature.
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Contact Name and Address:
Ellen C. Wells, M.D.
Chief, Division of Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
CB 7570, MacNider Bldg
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
Phone: 919-966-4717
Fax: 919-843-9952
Email: ecwells@med.unc.edu
Program Length: 3 years
Description: The three year fellowship is accredited in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery by The American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and The American Board of Urology. The faculty consists of three full-time urogynecologists with rotations in urology, GI medicine, colorectal surgery, neurology, rehabilitative medicine, physical therapy, pelvic pain, and advanced laparoscopy. There are regularly scheduled didactic lectures covering all major topics in Urogynecology and pelvic floor dysfunction. Each fellow will complete University Biostatics and Epidiemiology courses. Research opportunities include both clinical and basic science. The fellowship is intended for applicants interested in an academic career.
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University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Contact Name and Address:
Lily A. Arya, M.D.
Division of Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery
3400 Spruce Street
Philadelphia, PA 19143
Phone: 215-349-8401
Fax: 215-349-5419
Email: larya@mail.obgyn.upenn.edu
Program length: 3 years
A three-year fellowship position in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery is available beginning July 1, 2005 and July 1, 2006. The program is now fully accredited with the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Clinical faculty include Dr. Lily Arya, full-time fellowship trained urogynecologist, Dr. Mark A. Morgan, an oncologist with a strong interest in surgical urogynecology, and Dr. Najjia Mahmoud, Colo-rectal surgeon. Ample surgical experience will be obtained in repairs of urinary incontinence, anal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and colorectal pelvic floor dysfunction. Opportunity to earn a Masters degree in Clinical Epidemiology from the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics while completing the 3-year fellowship. Clinical/epidemiologic research and basic science investigations are strongly encouraged. To request an application for the Urogynecologic Fellowship program, please telephone or email.
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University of Rochester Medical Center
Contact Name and Address:
Gunhilde M. Buchsbaum, M.D.
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
601 Elmwood Avenue, Box 668
Rochester, NY 14642
Phone: (585) 273-3313 or (585) 273-3232
Fax: (585) 276-1956
E-mail address: Gunhilde_Buchsbaum@URMC.Rochester.edu
Program Length: 3 years
Program Faculty: Gunhilde Buchsbaum, MD (Urogynecology), Erin Duecy, MD (Urogynecology), Michael Flynn, MD (Urogynecology), Fred Howard, MD (Gynecologic Specialties), Cynthia Angel, MD (Gynecologic Oncology), Brent DuBeshter, MD (Gynecologic Oncology), Eugene Toy, MD (Gynecologic Oncology), Robert Mayer, MD (Urology), Samantha Hendren, MD (Colorectal Surgery), Jennifer Speranza, MD (Colorectal Surgery), Paul Katz, MD (Geriatric Medicine), Wendy Featherstone (Physical Therapy)
Trainees per year: one every other year (next opening 2009),
Fellowship length: 3 years
Salary: current institutional salary at PGY 5-7 level
Other covered expenses: Fellows receive $ 2500 for meetings, textbooks and other educational expenses in addition to tuition benefits
Special interest areas: Minimally invasive surgery, urge incontinence, care for geriatric patients
Date Program initiated: 2003,
Number of graduates: 2 (2008)
Specialty certification: Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
Activities of Graduates: University faculty position
Description: The fellowship program received ABOG/AUA accreditation in 2006. The core faculty consists of three full-time Urogynecologists, one Urologist, and a Colorectal Surgeons practicing together at the Center for Pelvic Health and Continence Specialties. A broad based clinical exposure allows for experience in diagnostic testing such as urodynamics, office cystoscopy, anal manometry and proctoscopy. Fellows will be proficient in conservative and surgical management of urinary and fecal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse disorders, pelvic pain and voiding dysfunction. As part of the surgical management, fellows are being trained in vaginal, abdominal and endoscopic approaches to pelvic reconstructive surgery. The training includes further clinical rotations thorough Gynecological Oncology, Pelvic Pain Service and Geriatric Medicine. Weekly educational sessions are conducted to cover topics in Urogynecology and pelvic floor dysfunction, to review the current literature, to discuss clinical case and research projects. In addition, fellows take University courses in biostatistics, epidemiology and grant writing. Ample opportunities are available for clinical and basic science research.
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Scott & White Memorial Hospital and Clinic and Texas A&M Health Science Center College of Medicine
Contact Name and Address:
Bob L. Shull, M.D.
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Section of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
2401 South 31st Street
Temple, TX, 76508
Phone: 254-724-3427
Fax:254-724-9702
E-mail: bshull@swmail.sw.org
Program faculty: (FPMRS)- Bob L. Shull, M.D. Tristi W. Muir, M.D., Paul M. Yandell, M.D., (Gynecologic Oncology)- Dudley P. Baker, M.D., and Charles V. Capen, M.D., (Research)- Thomas J. Kuehl, Ph.D., Lisa M. Pierce, D.Sc., David C.C. Sprague, Ph.D., (Urology) Erin T. Bird, M.D.,(Colorectal surgery)-Harry T. Papaconstantinou, M.D., and J. Scott Thomas, M.D.
Trainees per year: 1
Fellowship length: 3 years
Request for Applications directed to: MSchwartz@swmail.sw.org
Description: ABOG Accredited. Our physicians have built clinical, academic and research reputations in the field of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. As recognized experts at one of the top 15 major teaching hospitals in America*, our physicians deliver superior multidisciplinary care from one of the most respected academic medical centers in the country. Our program provides education and experience in the management of urinary/pelvic floor disorders of incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse such as cystocele, rectocele, enterocele, uterine prolapse and post-hysterectomy vaginal vault prolapse. There is an active research program with three scientists conducting basic research using animal models and human tissues to investigate questions related to pathophysiology of disorders of the pelvic floor. Collaboration with other specialties including urology, colorectal surgery and physical therapy is an integral part of our patient management and educational program. Fellows will have the opportunity to develop excellent skills in patient care, research and education.
Program Salary: $48,000-$56,000 plus meeting travel costs, benefits package including malpractice coverage and healthcare coverage.
Application deadline: June 30, 2008
Next fellowship position available: July 1, 2009
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University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Contact Name and Address:
Joseph Schaffer, M.D.
Director, Section of Urogynecology/Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
5323 Harry Hines Blvd.
Dallas, Texas 75235-9032
Phone: 214-648-7211
Fax: 214-648-8506
Email: joseph.schaffer@utsouthwestern.edu
Program Length: 3 years
Description: This is a 3 year program in Urogynecology/Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery based out of Parkland Memorial Hospital and Zale Lipshy University Hospital in Dallas, Texas. The program is designed to provide comprehensive training in URPS in order to prepare fellows for productive careers in academic URPS. The first and third years are clinically based and the second year is spent doing basic science research. One fellow per year will be accepted.
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Washington Hospital Center/Georgetown University
Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship
Contact Name and Address:
Jacqueline DeLeon
Fellowship Coordinator
106 Irving Street, NW Suite 2100N
Washington, D.C. 20010
Phone: (202) 877-7127
Email: jacqueline.a.deleon@medstar.net
Program Director: Cheryl B. Iglesia, MD
Program Faculty: Cheryl B. Iglesia, MD, Program Director; Andrew Sokol, MD; Robert Gutman, MD; Jonathan Hwang, MD
Description: The Georgetown University Hospital / Washington Hospital Center Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship is a comprehensive training program accredited by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the American Board of Urology. The program is sponsored jointly by the departments of Ob/Gyn and Urology at both Washington Hospital Center and Georgetown University Hospital.
With access to both of these institutions, fellows benefit from a wide range of clinical cases, as well as extensive research activities and resources at Georgetown University Hospital.
Washington Hospital Center logs more than 1,000 new urogynecologic patient visits and performs 600 major procedures per year. With a full complement of urogynecologic, radiologic and neurodiagnostic testing available on the campus, the Hospital Center is known for its use of state-of-the-art medical technology and comprehensive services, including a well-established robotic surgery program.
The fellowship curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive and multidisciplinary understanding of pelvic floor disorders. The clinical curriculum includes experience in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery; minimally invasive and robotic surgery; colon and rectal surgery; urology; and plastics.
For graduates of an Ob/Gyn residency program, the fellowship spans three years, one year dedicated to research and two years for the development of clinical expertise. For graduates of a urology residency program, the fellowship is two years in length, one year dedicated to research and one year for the development of clinical expertise.
Fellows assume progressively independent clinical responsibilities under the guidance of a multidisciplinary team of experts, including fellowship trained urogynecologists, minimally invasive GYN surgeons, colon and rectal surgeons, urologists, and a physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist.
During the research year, 10 percent of the fellow’s time is dedicated to clinical activities and fellows will be able to participate in the DC CRTC - Georgetown University DC Clinical Research Training Program.
To apply: The program accepts one fellow annually.
All applicants must have completed an Ob/Gyn or urology residency.
To apply, submit the following: Completed Application form from the GME website (www.whcenter.org/gme), Personal statement, Three letters of recommendation, Medical School Transcript, CREOG scores, NBME score, USLME score if applicable.
Application Deadline: July 15 the year before start date.
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Mount Sinai School of Medicine - New York, NY
Contact Name and Address:
Charles Ascher-Walsh, M.D.
Division and Acting Fellowship Director, Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Science
1176 Fifth Avenue, Box 1170
New York, NY 10029-6574
charles.ascher-walsh@mssm.edu
Phone: 212-241-7090
Fax: 212-241-3833
Request for applications directed to: Marianna.Vougioukas@mssm.edu
Program Length: 3 years - one fellow per year for three years.
Description: A comprehensive 3 year clinical/research fellowship program covering the objectives outlined by ABOG. The fellows rotate to three clinical sites under the training of five urogynecologists/reconstructive pelvic surgeons (three at Mount Sinai, one at Englewood Hospital, and one at Winthrop University Hospital). During their rotation fellows have progressive clinical responsibilities and are exposed to a wide range of pathology in the evaluation and treatment of urinary disorders, fecal disorders, sexual dysfunction, and pelvic floor dysfunction. Fellows train in conjunction with colorectal surgery, GYN oncology, and urology. Many surgical techniques are incorporated including laparoscopic, vaginal, and abdominal approaches, including extensive robotic training. Interdisciplinary meetings are held to discuss topics, interesting cases, research and the current literature. Fellows are expected to take the Biostatics course and epidemiology course as outlined by ABOG. Masters degree in Clinical Research and/or Public Health is available. Fellows have the opportunity to develop excellent skills in patient care, research, consultation, education of residents, and education of medical students. Fellows also partake in field missions to Africa as part of a fistula repair network . Fellows are expected to present a thesis for publication at program end. This program provides a strong background in both clinical and academic medicine. Current areas of research include epidemiologic and outcomes research on obstetric fistula repair, three dimensional ultrasound evaluation of pelvic organ prolapse pre and post repair, biomechanical and biochemical evlauation of support ligaments via translational research, post-partum pelvic floor therapy for dysparunia, male sexual response to pelvic floor surgery, development of educational tools for female pelvic medicine.
Monthly electives for residents interested in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery are available.