Obstetrics and Gynecology

About Us:

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at University Howard Hospital is proud to offer comprehensive, high-quality care for women across all stages of life, from adolescence through pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond menopause. We are committed to delivering both exceptional obstetric and gynecologic care through a patient-centered, evidence-based approach.

Our distinguished team includes board-certified physicians practicing full-scope obstetrics and gynecology and sub-specialists with fellowship training in Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery, and Urogynecology, ensuring access to advanced expertise in both routine and complex conditions. Supported by a dedicated staff of nurses, residents, and allied health professionals, we provide a collaborative and compassionate environment that prioritizes safety, innovation, and excellence.

We invite you to explore our state-of-the-art Labor and Delivery Unit, Level III Nursery, Perinatal Diagnostic & Ultrasound Center, and Pelvic Floor Center, each designed to deliver cutting-edge, personalized care in a welcoming setting.

At the forefront of medical education and research, our department integrates leading technology, including an advanced electronic medical record system and a high-fidelity simulation center to enhance clinical and surgical training. Our faculty actively engage in both basic and clinical research, contributing to the advancement of women’s health and the reduction of healthcare disparities.

Whether you seek preventive care, surgical expertise, or high-risk pregnancy management, University Hospital’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology stands ready to serve with excellence, innovation, and a deep commitment to women’s health.

Our Mission:

The mission of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Howard University Hospital is to:

• Improve the quality of women’s health care in the Metropolitan Washington D.C. community.

• Use evidence-based medicine and a person-first approach to provide respectful, fair, and effective care.

• Focus on health equity, anti-racism, and anti-oppression, especially for those harmed by the medical system.

• Support individuals, families, and communities by respecting cultures and building on community strengths.

• Educate students, residents, and physicians to deliver top-quality obstetric and gynecologic care.

• Include clinical research as a key part of patient care and ongoing improvement.

Collaboration:

Our residents train at several area hospitals:

• Howard University Hospital
• Shady Grove Adventist Hospital
• Sibley Memorial Hospital
• Walter Reed Hospital

Our residents also rotate at the following institutions:

• Kaiser Permanente
• University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center
• Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center
• Shady Grove Fertility

These teaching hospitals offer access to a diverse patient population and a broad range of ambulatory and surgical experiences.