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Gynecology & Obstetrics

Gynecology & Obstetrics Residency Program

A tradition of excellence in Gynecology and Obstetrics training.

Gyn/Ob Residency at Johns Hopkins

The Johns Hopkins Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics has a deeply rooted history in training exceptionally talented residents. Our mission is to train the next generation of teachers, leaders and researchers at the forefront of women’s health. Residents graduate with a great fund of knowledge and surgical expertise, ready to pursue any avenue of gynecology and obstetrics they desire. At the core of the educational model is an emphasis on embracing diversity and inclusion as the key to advancing patient-centered care and medical education.

For Our Current Residents

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Virtual Meet & Greet

Calling all URM and Equity-focused OB/GYN residency applicants! You're invited to our upcoming Virtual Diversity and Health Equity Meet and Greet event on Tuesday September 17th at 7:30pm EST via Zoom. Come out to virtually meet Johns Hopkins Gyn/OB residents and faculty. This is a chance to learn more about the program, our commitment to diversity, life in Baltimore and get answers to your questions. Please register by Mon 9/16 to receive the Zoom link.

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Program at a Glance

Our accredited, four-year training program has a robust curriculum that provides residents with a broad range of experience in comprehensive women’s health care, as well as a focused concentration in numerous subspecialties, including maternal-fetal medicine, gynecologic oncology and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery.

Residents are also offered many opportunities for research, leadership, advocacy and teaching.

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Residents in OR with supervising faculty

Meet Our Residents

Our residents are the biggest asset to our program. They are talented, compassionate, energized and diverse. While training with us, our residents are not only engaged in clinical work, research, advocacy, community engagement and patient safety initiatives, but also developing lasting friendships and professional relationships. 

Meet the current residents
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GYN/OB Johns Hopkins Hospital Residency Tour

Come along with us on a virtual walkthrough of our hospital and the spaces our residents frequently use.

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Welcome from the Program Director

Welcome to the Johns Hopkins Gynecology and Obstetrics Residency Program. Our program not only prepares our residents to be knowledgeable, skillful and compassionate physicians, but also to be the future leaders in our field.

Learn why you should choose Johns Hopkins for residency Learn more about resident alumni
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Meet Our Team

The success of the Johns Hopkins Gynecology and Obstetrics Residency Program is a team effort. When you join our program, you gain a group of faculty mentors and resident advocates. Additionally, we have faculty leadership in place to facilitate resident learning experiences at our three major hospitals.

Betty Chou, MD

  • Director of Residency Program (GYN/OB)
  • Assistant Professor of Gynecology and Obstetrics

  • Jill Edwardson, MD MPH

    • Director, Kenneth J. Ryan Residency Program in Abortion and Family Planning
    • Assistant Professor of Gynecology and Obstetrics

  • Fong Liu, MD MPH

    • Associate Director of Johns Hopkins Gynecologic Oncology, Greater Baltimore Medical Center
    • Assistant Professor of Gynecology and Obstetrics

  • Francine McLeod, MD

    • Associate Program Director, GYNOB Residency
    • Assistant Professor of Gynecology and Obstetrics

Our Administrative Team

We have dedicated residency staff to help ensure the successful running of our day-to-day rotations, Friday school didactics, CREOG/FLS prep and testing, 360 evaluations, and general well-being of our residents and leadership.

DeNeia Johnson

Residency Program Manager
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DeNeia Johson

Andrea Presley

Residency Administrator
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Andrea-Presley

Contact Us

If you have any questions about the program or the application process, please send us an email at [email protected].

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An Inside Look at the Residency Program

The Johns Hopkins Gyn/OB team at a rally for Black Lives Matter
Intern Welcome Party!
Two residents work together to simulate a vaginal delivery
Resident uses robot to simulate gynecologic surgery
Resident poses with Dr. Thomas
gynecology and obstetrics - class of 2023 group selfie

  • The Johns Hopkins Gynecology and Obstetrics department and residency program work to combat systemic racism and social injustice. Watch our video. 

  • Intern Welcome Party!

  • We have a robust simulation curriculum that is overseen by our simulation chief resident. During intern orientation, residents participate in a vaginal delivery and laceration repair simulation. 

  • Residents receive outstanding surgical training, from complicated cesarean sections to laparoscopic and robotic gynecologic surgery for benign and oncology cases.

  • Residents are not only taught by — but also supported by — Johns Hopkins faculty. Our attendings serve as clinical instructors, surgical coaches, research and career mentors, and become lifelong friends to our residents.

  • Group selfie during our Program Picture Day!

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