UIC OBGYN

With a mission of training excellent women’s health physicians, our department has trained and mentored numerous obstetricians, gynecologists, & subspecialists

10/16/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Sarah Boudova on being selected for the UIC BIRCWH Program! Your outstanding research proposal and dedication truly shine. We’re excited to see the impact of your work and look forward to your continued success. 🌟

10/10/2025

🌸 Menopause Matters! 🌸
Every woman deserves to navigate perimenopause and menopause with confidence and support. Join us for an empowering conversation with experts about managing symptoms, exploring treatment options, and advocating for yourself—at work, in healthcare, and beyond.

09/24/2025

It is with great pleasure that we welcome Dr. Nicole Lynn Massad, MD to the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Massad joins us with specialized training in Minimally Invasive and Robotic Gynecologic Surgery (MIGS), following her fellowship and role as Clinical Instructor at Stony Brook University Hospital.

Dr. Massad completed her MD training and residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center, where she also served as Simulation Chief Resident and was recognized for her excellence in teaching medical students. She is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG) and brings expertise in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgical techniques, surgical simulation education, and quality improvement initiatives.

Her clinical and research interests include endometriosis, surgical outcomes, and innovations in gynecologic surgery and education. She has presented nationally at American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopy (AAGL) and ACOG meetings and has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications. Beyond her academic achievements, Dr. Massad has demonstrated strong commitment to community health care, as well as global health, volunteering in refugee health clinics in Lebanon.

We are excited to welcome Dr. Massad to our team. Her passion for patient care, teaching, and research will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our department’s mission in clinical excellence, education, and innovation. Please join us in warmly welcoming Dr. Massad to our department!

09/24/2025

It is with great enthusiasm that we welcome Dr. Sarah Ruth Werner, MD to the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Illinois College of Medicine (UIC-COM).

Dr. Werner joins us as a fellowship-trained Gynecologic Oncologist, bringing outstanding clinical expertise and a strong academic track record. She completed her fellowship degree in Gynecologic Oncology at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Institute, Buffalo, New York and her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Lenox Hill Hospital, Northwell Health in New York.

Her research portfolio is impressive, spanning clinical trials, health disparities, and surgical innovation in gynecologic oncology. Dr. Werner has presented her work at major national meetings, including Society of Gynecologic Oncology (SGO), American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG), and Society for Maternal Fetal Medicine (SMFM), and has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications advancing women’s health

In addition to her clinical and academic achievements, Dr. Werner has demonstrated a deep commitment to leadership, advocacy, and mentorship serving as Resident Research Chair, a member of Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and simulation committees and actively engaging in health policy advocacy through ACOG.

Please join us in extending a very warm welcome to Dr. Werner. We are thrilled to have her join our faculty and look forward to the many contributions she will bring to our patients, trainees, and the department.

08/15/2025

Congratulations to Dean Elam who delivered a wonderful and meaningful “key note” speech at the UIC-COM white coat ceremony today! Thank you for all what you do for our college and department!

07/11/2025

Congratulations to Dr Catherine Wheatley, MD!

Congratulations to Dr. Catherine Wheatley, MD, on her new role as the College-Wide Professional Identity Formation (PIF) Subtheme Leader. The PIF Subtheme, a key part of the Professional Development Theme within the MD curriculum, supports students in the holistic transition as they develop their professional identity and join the medical profession.

07/03/2025

Dear Colleagues,

Please save the date for the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology's 17th Annual Antonio Scommegna Symposium.
More details to come in the next few weeks.

06/03/2025

RESIDENT RESEARCH DAY 2025
University of Illinois at Chicago Obstetrics & Gynecology Presents winners of the Resident Research Day 2025!

The University of Illinois at Chicago Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology proudly announces the winners of the 2025 Resident Research Day. This annual event highlights the exceptional research conducted by our residents, showcasing their commitment to advancing women's health. Residents presented a diverse array of studies, reflecting the department's dedication to excellence in clinical care, education, and transformative research. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all participants and winners for their outstanding contributions to the field of obstetrics and gynecology.

05/16/2025

Catalin Buhimschi, MD, MMS, MBA Appointed Head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology!

Catalin Buhimschi, MD, MMS, MBA has been appointed as the new head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN) at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. Dr. Buhimschi has served as the department’s interim head since August 2021. He first joined the College of Medicine in 2018 as professor and director of obstetrical services and patient safety.

With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Buhimschi has made significant contributions to basic science, translational research, and clinical practice. He has authored more than 180 original research articles in leading journals such as Circulation, Hypertension, The Lancet, Science Translational Medicine, and JAMA Pediatrics. He also served as co-editor of the textbook Drugs for Pregnant and Lactating Women and as an associate editor for the American Journal of Perinatology. Most recently, Dr. Buhimschi was named editor of the Up-to-date “Preterm Labor” section and co-editor of the High Risk Pregnancy: Management Options textbook. Dr. Buhimschi has received numerous accolades, including the March of Dimes Award for Best Research in Prematurity from the Society for Maternal Fetal Medicine (SMFM). Dr. Buhimschi has been continuously funded as a principal investigator (PI) by the NIH since 2005, focusing on uterine healing, fetal injury, and antenatal damage. Prior to joining the College of Medicine, he led teams at The Ohio State University and Yale University.

At UIC and the College of Medicine, Dr. Buhimschi has played a key role in fostering a collaborative and innovative clinical and research environment across a variety of disciplines. He envisions the Department of OBGYN as a dynamic workplace where all individuals are inspired and empowered to reach their full potential. As interim head, Dr. Buhimschi has made several priorities central to the department’s success, including enhancing patient safety and care quality, reducing malpractice risk, improving operational efficiency, offering exceptional education for trainees, engaging with the community, and building strong intra- and inter-institutional partnerships. Under his leadership, the department has seen significant growth, with notable increases in the number of births, gynecologic procedures, outpatient ultrasounds, and patient visits. During his tenure as interim head, over 20 new faculty and advanced practice providers were recruited, and a new urogynecology division was established.

05/13/2025

It’s the Annual Checkup – and your input matters. We’re asking the College of Medicine community to weigh in by May 16.

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Thank you for making the Annual Checkup a success!

04/23/2025

Congratulations to all our OBGYN colleagues for their wonderful presentations at the 7th annual UIC Women’s Health Research day!

*Alec Szlachta-McGinn, Lina Marcella Henao, James E. Ackerman, Crystal Cisneros, A. Lenore Ackerman. Bladder Pain-Associated Urinary Candida albicans Exhibit Increased Virulence and Urothelial Toxicity In Vitro.

*Ghada Abu Irsheed, Alana Steffen, Laurie Quinn, Pei Chen, Shreya Maharana, Larisa Burke, William Ackerman, Catalin Buhimschi, Bilgay Izci Balserak. The Impact of Multidimensional Sleep Health on Perceived Stress Among African American Pregnant Women.

*Lillian A. Borbas, Ghada Abu Irsheed, Shreya Maharana, Bilgay Izci Balserak. The Role of Sleep Environment in Insulin Resistance Among Black/African American Pregnant Individuals.

*Deneb Zavala, Kelly W. Yang, Michelle Firlit, Catalin Buhimschi, Michael Browne, Anthony Felder. Analysis of the Current Landscape of Postpartum Hemorrhage Detection: The Need for the Development of a Novel Device

04/11/2025

Serving with Heart: Our Urogynecology Team Brings Warmth and Comfort to The Guest House

On Thursday, April 10th, our Urogynecology team—Drs. Kobak, Pandya, Szlachta-McGinn, Iyer, and Lindsay Baukert, our dedicated Urogynecology ANP—came together to share more than just their medical expertise. With aprons on and hearts full, they volunteered to cook dinner for residents of The Guest House in Chicago.

The Guest House is a remarkable non-profit organization that offers safe, affordable housing to individuals and families receiving care at any Chicago-area hospital. Just two blocks from the University of Illinois Hospital, it serves as a home away from home during challenging times.

Our team prepared a comforting meal of baked mostaccioli, fresh side salad and rolls, and finished it off with warm chocolate chip cookies. It was a true team effort and a beautiful reminder that care doesn't stop at the clinic doors.

We’re honored to support such an inspiring mission. Volunteers at The Guest House help by cooking meals, assembling care packages, or hosting joyful activities like bingo nights. Learn more about how you can get involved: https://guesthousechicago.org/about-us-30

Together, we can continue making a difference—one meal, one smile, one act of kindness at a time.

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