UK OBGYN

The University of Kentucky's Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology was founded in 1962.

03/20/2026

Introducing the class of 2030!

02/12/2026

Starting this spring, UK HealthCare’s Birthing Center will undergo a multiphase renovation.

Located on the third floor of University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital’s Pavilion H, renovations will begin after the Mother Baby Unit moves to its new location in Pavilion A in early March. The updates will be conducted in phases, with completion expected in 2029.

01/23/2026

Everyone has a role in improving maternal health, including policymakers, healthcare systems, health professionals, community organizations, and families.

Together, we can build safer systems for moms and babies.

01/08/2026

Please help us welcome Taylor Henry, APRN to our Gynecologic Oncology Division!

Taylor earned her BSN and MSN–Family Nurse Practitioner from Morehead State University. She began her career as a labor and delivery nurse before advancing into her role as an APRN, bringing compassion and expertise to every patient she serves.

Why Women’s Health?
“I pursued a career in Women's health because I am passionate about providing women with the best care, even in the most vulnerable parts of their life. I want women to know that they can come to me without fear of judgment and feel fully supported.”

Clinical interests:
• Gene mutations
• Management of complicated ovarian cysts
• Cancer survivorship maintenance
• Cervical dysplasia

When she’s not at work, Taylor enjoys reading, beach trips, and spending time with her husband and children.

We’re thrilled to have her on the team—welcome, Taylor!

12/02/2025

Meet Tori Mitchell, APRN — the newest member of the UK HealthCare - Georgetown Ob/Gyn team!

Tori is a proud UK graduate with her BSN from the University of Kentucky and MSN from Chamberlain College of Nursing. She started her career in the UK HealthCare NICU before becoming an APRN. She spent the last four years providing women’s health services as a nurse practitioner and also has experience in Urgent Care. When she’s not in clinic, you’ll find Tori outdoors with her husband and kids—usually cheering them on at baseball diamonds, soccer fields, and track meets.

Clinical interests:

Preventative care, contraception counseling, patient education, PCOS management, pelvic pain, and abnormal bleeding.

Why women’s health?

“I pursued a career in women’s health because I am passionate about supporting women through every stage of life—from adolescence to menopause. I want to provide a space where patients feel supported and heard during moments that can feel vulnerable or intimidating.”

We’re thrilled to welcome Tori to the team!

11/11/2025

Please join us in welcoming Andrew Greene, DO, to the Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine!

Dr. Greene joins the University of Kentucky as an assistant professor in the Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine. He attended the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, before earning his medical degree from the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Greene completed both his residency and Maternal-Fetal Medicine fellowship at Wake Forest School of Medicine.

Outside of work, Dr. Greene enjoys spending time with his wife and their two dogs. He is an avid fan of collegiate sports and enjoys cooking and long-distance running.

Dr. Greene shared that he is excited about the opportunity to teach and mentor the next generation of fellows, residents, and medical students as he begins his career at the University of Kentucky.

10/30/2025

UK HealthCare UK HealthCare receives prestigious Baby-Friendly designation By Hilary Brown Monday Photo provided by UK HealthCare Brand Strategy. LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 27, 2025) — UK HealthCare has once again been awarded the prestigious international Baby-Friendly designation after a rigorous revi...

10/08/2025

We’re excited to welcome Ashley Boerrigter, MD, as a new assistant professor in the Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine.

A Crestwood, Kentucky, native and UK College of Medicine alumna, Dr. Boerrigter completed her residency at St. Louis University before returning to UK for fellowship. She’s passionate about managing complex pregnancies and values the collaborative spirit of maternal-fetal medicine, especially the partnerships with community providers and specialists.

Having trained at UK for both medical school and fellowship, joining the faculty felt like a natural next step. She looks forward to caring for patients, teaching future physicians, and continuing to call Lexington home.

10/02/2025

Hayden Meza, CNM, has been named UK HealthCare’s 2025 Certified Nurse Midwife of the Year. She was recognized for her outstanding clinical care, dedication to patients, and leadership in advancing women’s health through the UK Midwife Clinic.

The award was presented during National Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Week, which honors the vital contributions of APPs across health care.

Congratulations to Hayden on this well-deserved recognition!

09/15/2025

Faculty Spotlight!

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is proud to celebrate three faculty members selected for leadership development programs through the UK College of Medicine!

Dr. Rebecca McKendrick, assistant professor, has been named to the 2025–2026 Emerging Leaders Academy, a year-long program that fosters the growth of future academic leaders.

Dr. Charles Dietrich, associate professor, and Dr. Wendy Jackson, professor, were both accepted into the Leadership Academy, a program that prepares faculty for key leadership roles in academic medicine.

We are excited to see how Drs. McKendrick, Dietrich, and Jackson will continue to advance women’s health and strengthen our academic community through their leadership.

09/08/2025

Bluegrass Hospitality Group and Drake's are honored to support Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month with a special raffle throughout September.

Tickets start at $50 for the chance to win an incredible prize of your choice while supporting ovarian cancer awareness. Proceeds benefit the UK Markey Cancer Center Ovarian Cancer Screening Research Program.

You could win:
🏝️ Hawaii Vacation – Trip for two to paradise
🏈 Super Bowl Tickets – Two tickets to the 2026 Super Bowl
🥃 Pappy Van Winkle Flight – Six bottles, aged 10–23 years
🍽 A Year of BHG – A year’s worth of meals from BHG restaurants

Terms and conditions apply. Purchase your raffle ticket(s) here: https://go.rallyup.com/ovariancancer/Campaign/Details.

09/08/2025

This September, in honor of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, we are excited to serve the Sip of Hope Sangria at Drake’s and Harry’s in Lexington!

This specialty cocktail is crafted with chardonnay, apple cider, lemon juice, orange juice, and simple syrup, and served in a custom tumbler while supplies last.

For each sangria or mocktail purchased, $5 will be donated to the UK Markey Cancer Center Ovarian Cancer Screening Research Program.

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