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Knittel study examines incarceration among women at risk for HIV

New Rochelle, NY, February 17, 2021—Nearly half (46.7%) of women in the U.S. at risk for HIV have been incarcerated, according to a new study. The study is published in the peer-reviewed Journal of Women’s Health. Click here to read the article now. The incarceration rate for women at risk for HIV was 5.5 per 100 person-years, compared … Continued

Knittel appointed as Women’s Reproductive Health Research Scholar

The UNC Women’s Reproductive Health Research (WRHR) Career Development Program is pleased to announce that Andrea Knittel, MD, PhD, FACOG, has been appointed as a WRHR Scholar effective December 1, 2020. Dr. Knittel completed her research fellowship in the Division of General Obstetrics and Gynecology in 2018 and was subsequently appointed Assistant Professor of Obstetrics … Continued

Study shows promise for urine-based test for HPV-linked cervical cancer

Lisa Rahangdale, MD, MPH, associate professor in the Division of General Obstetrics and Gynecology, is an author on a paper from researchers at the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center that shows a non-invasive screening method for HPV-linked cervical cancer has potential to boost screening access, and warrants further research. Assistant Professor Andrea Knittel, MD, PhD, … Continued

Knittel is honored with 2019-20 James W. Woods Junior Faculty Award

Andrea Knittel, MD, PhD, assistant professor in the Division of General Obstetrics and Gynecology, is the winner of the 2019-20 James W. Woods Junior Faculty Award from the UNC School of Medicine. The award recognizes promising young members of the medical school’s faculty early in their academic career. With this honor comes a stipend of … Continued

UNC OB-GYN clinics at new UNC Health Care Panther Creek campus increase hours

UNC OB-GYN is proud to serve our western Wake County patients at the new UNC Health Care Panther Creek medical campus in northwest Cary. Located at 6715 McCrimmon Parkway, at the corner of N.C. Highway 55, the campus opens for patients Jan. 21, 2020, and will see patients five days a week. Our OB-GYN and … Continued

UNC OB-GYN awards honors for staff excellence in 2019

We extend our many congratulations to the winners of UNC OB-GYN’s 2019 Star Awards and the 2019 Staff Excellence Award. Each year the department recognizes employees who are outstanding, committed, dedicated, dependable, have a positive and supportive attitude, and consistently exceed requirements and go beyond the usual expectation of their job requirements. Kelly Scurlock-Cross, of … Continued

UNC Hospitals implements new visitor restrictions due to flu

In order to protect patients during the peak of flu season, UNC Hospitals in Chapel Hill and UNC REX Hospital in Raleigh will implement new visitor restrictions: Beginning Monday, Jan. 6, children less than 12 years old are prohibited from visiting inpatients at UNC REX Hospital in Raleigh (including patients in the Emergency Department), and … Continued

Best Doctors includes 24 from UNC OB-GYN in 2019 selection

Congratulations to the 24 physicians from UNC OB-GYN who have been selected to the 2019-2020 Best Doctors in America® List. Founded in 1989 by Harvard Medical School physicians, Best Doctors is a global benefits provider and medical information services company that connects individuals facing difficult medical treatment decisions with the best doctors, selected by impartial … Continued

Knittel extends excellent patient-centered care to N.C.’s incarcerated women

Following her residency in obstetrics and gynecology, Andrea Knittel, MD, sought fellowship opportunities that would allow her to serve women who needed her most. In UNC’s Division of General Obstetrics and Gynecology, she found a place where she could build her expertise in offering comprehensive, patient-centered treatment to women who are incarcerated. “I came to … Continued

Q&A with Dr. Alice Chuang | ‘Finding Joy’

This fall, UNC Health Care was designated among 22 healthcare organizations to receive the American Medical Association (AMA)’s first Joy in Medicine Recognition, which acknowledges healthcare organizations that have committed to improving physician satisfaction and reducing burnout. Alice Chuang, MD, MEd, professor of obstetrics and gynecology and the UNC School of Medicine’s Assistant Dean of … Continued

UNC celebrates Women in Medicine

Wanda Nicholson, professor at UNC OB-GYN and president of the UNC Association of Professional Women in Medicine and Science helped organize the UNC School of Medicine’s 2019 Women in Medicine Conference on October 4, 2019, at the Carolina Inn. Each year, the event celebrates women in medicine at UNC and honors physicians who have contributed … Continued

Treating women with opioid use disorders during pregnancy requires integrated, collaborative care

Building models of integrated, trauma-informed prenatal care for pregnant women with substance use disorders takes time and collaboration. And, it’s a worthy task that could save the lives of women and children and stop harmful cycles for healthier generations. A new paper from UNC Horizons’ Director of Health Services Elisabeth Johnson, PhD, NP, outlines the … Continued

UNC OB-GYN faculty are honored with 2019 Carolina Care Excellence Awards

This year 18 providers from the UNC Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology have received the 2019 UNC Health Care and UNC Faculty Physicians Award for Carolina Care Excellence for creating exceptional experience for patients. Across UNC Health Care, 189 providers total received the 2019 award. View all UNC Health Care recipients This award honors providers … Continued

UNC OB-GYN is 3rd in the nation in NIH funding

The UNC Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology ranked 3rd in the country in total NIH funding for 2018 and 2nd when it comes to departments within public schools of medicine. This is according to a new report published by the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research. The UNC School of Medicine ranked 17th in the … Continued

UNC OB-GYN awards honors for staff excellence in 2018

UNC OB-GYN honored staff with Superstar Awards and the Staff Excellence Award at its annual holiday party Dec. 12, 2018 at the Carolina Club. Each year the department recognizes employees who are outstanding, committed, dedicated, dependable, have a positive and supportive attitude, and consistently exceed requirements and go beyond the usual expectation of their job … Continued

UNC OB-GYN has presence at new hemophilia center

The center will treat women and girls with bleeding disorders.

UNC OB-GYN faculty are honored with Carolina Care Excellence Awards

Survey results garner 2018 Carolina Care Excellence awards for 15 providers in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Take a (virtual) tour of N.C. Women’s Hospital

The virtual tour includes 360-degree views of the places prenatal patients and their families are likely to visit.

Dr. Alice Chuang named Assistant Dean of Student Affairs

Alice Chuang, MD, MEd, Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, has been named Assistant Dean of Student Affairs. In this new role, Chuang will work to support and enhance the work of the Career Goal Advisors and the Larry Keith Advisory College, helping students prepare for the increasingly complex and competitive residency match process.

Healthy Transitions Initiative launches at UNC OB-GYN at Weaver Crossing

Dr. Wanda Nicholson, professor in the Division of General Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Aditi Sundaresan, MPH, began seeing patients through Healthy Transitions this fall.

Dr. Cris Muñoz receives prestigious Fuller Award

Dr. Muñoz, associate professor of obstetrics and gynecology, has been honored with this year’s H. Fleming Fuller Award. Muñoz received the award on Nov. 13 at a meeting of the UNC Health Care Board of Directors.

UNC OB-GYN wins awards for excellent patient service

Six clinics were recognized for their excellent work on behalf of our patients.

PROMOTION | Latisha Poole

Poole has been an important part of UNC OB-GYN’s operations for sixteen years.

Nineteen from UNC OB-GYN named among the ‘Best Doctors in America’

Only four percent of doctors in America received this designation.

Dr. Alice Chuang earns Innovation in Teaching Award

The award was given by the Academy of Educators as they recognized outstanding faculty at a recent event.

Nicholson named ACOG Fellow-at-Large

The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) announced the election of new officers, including UNC OB-GYN’s Dr. Wanda K. Nicholson as Fellow-at-Large.

Urrutia selected to help to update Women’s Preventive Services Guidelines

The committee is part of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists’ efforts to improve the well-being of women across the country.

Nicholson edits special issue of Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics

The special issue covers issues related to barriers to care for underserved women.

Holiday giving at UNC OB-GYN supports UNC Horizons

Individuals and groups provided 500 gifts for more than 140 children.

Dr. Lisa Rahangdale appointed to DHHS panel

Dr. Rahangdale will serve on the Panel on Treatment of HIV-Infected Pregnant Women and Prevention of Perinatal Transmission for three years.

NEW FACULTY | Molly Leatherland joins General OB-GYN

UNC OB-GYN welcomes Molly Leatherland to the faculty

NEW FACULTY | Amanda O’Briant joins UNC Midwives; Jodi Tolley joins General OB-GYN

UNC OB-GYN added two new faculty to its division in late September and early October.

UNC OB-GYN residency is No. 3 in the nation

The newly released 2016-17 Doximity Residency Navigator ranks the program No. 3, up from No. 4 last year.

PROMOTION | Dr. Jennifer Howell

Dr. Howell is now associate professor in the Division of General Obstetrics and Gynecology.

UNC OB-GYN at Weaver Crossing

UNC OB-GYN at Timberlyne has relocated down the street to the new UNC Health Care at Weaver Crossing building.

Dr. Lisa Rahangdale elected to serve on Infectious Diseases Society for Obstetrics and Gynecology council

IDSOG council members serve three-year terms.

ANNOUNCEMENT | Division of General Obstetrics and Gynecology

The division known as Women’s Primary Healthcare has changed its name.

Dr. John Thorp Named Fellow ad eundem for Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

The ceremony was held June 19, 2016.

Dr. Wanda Nicholson awarded PCORI funding for DiabetesSisters Network

DiabetesSisters Network is an online social networking tool to engage women living with diabetes.

Dr. Alice Chuang named president-elect of UNC’s Academy of Educators

Dr. Chuang’s president-elect duties are effective in July, and she will begin serving as president in July 2017.

WRAL-TV | New UNC study seeks best fibroid treatment for ailing women

WRAL-TV’s Dr. Allen Mask profiled UNC’s Compare-UF study on women and fibroids.

NEW FACULTY | Dr. Lisa Jackson-Moore joins UNC Gynecologic Oncology and Women’s Primary Healthcare

Dr. Jackson-Moore joined the faculty in January 2016.

UNC Health Care and Triangle-area women participate in national registry to improve treatment of uterine fibroids

UNC-Chapel Hill is one of nine sites across the nation participating in this national, first-of-its kind, registry.

UNC News | ‘The chance for a new life’

UNC Horizons is the subject of a video and story from UNC-Chapel Hill’s Office of Communications and Public Affairs.

UNC-TV | Mystery of Fibroids Explained

Dr. Wanda Nicholson appeared on UNC-TV’s Black Issues Forum to discuss what she and other researchers are doing to uncover why millions of women of color are plagued by uterine fibroids.

NEW FACULTY | Dr. George Nowacek joins UNC Women’s Primary Healthcare

Nowacek joined UNC OBGYN October 14, 2015.

REPLY Announcement

Dr. John Thorp, division chief for Women’s Primary Healthcare, announces the opening of a new fertility awareness clinic, Reply Ob/Gyn & Fertility, PLLC, an affiliate of KNDR HealthCare, LLC.

Jones to help establish national guidelines for treating opioid-dependent pregnant women

Dr. Hendree Jones said the incidence of neonatal withdrawal from opioids has grown fivefold since 2000.

Gynecologic Services Expand at UNC Hillsborough Medical Campus

Effective March 1, 2015, UNC Women’s Care expanded services at our Hillsborough practice.

Chatham Hospital opens new surgical clinic

On Thursday, Nov. 1, 2012, a new surgical clinic opens in the UNC Surgical Care at Chatham Hospital. UNC Health Care surgeons will operate in the year-old, nearly 4,000 square foot space.