Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Women’s Health
The Saint Louis University School of Medicine Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Women's Health provides comprehensive care to women throughout the St. Louis region and is renowned for its teaching and research concerning women's issues.
A Message From the Chair
Welcome to the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Women's Health.
Our faculty is among the finest physicians and educators in the country, and many are engaged in groundbreaking research. We offer a broad range of services and use the most advanced technology and equipment available.
The department has a reputation for excellence in the following areas:
- Education for undergraduate and graduate medical students, practicing physicians, allied health professionals, patients and communities
- Comprehensive general care, reproductive health and specialized services for women
- Biological, clinical and health services research
We emphasize sensitive, compassionate care and communication, and we prioritize creating a learning environment with outstanding professional role models.
Thank you for your interest in our work.

Mary McLennan, M.D.
Chair and professor
Centers and Divisions
Physicians at the Center for Endometriosis offer minimally invasive surgery and individualized treatment plans. Their team-based care addresses pain management, physical therapy and fertility.
Physicians in this division use both surgical and non-surgical techniques to address conditions that are common with aging.
Physicians within this division provide personalized, expert care in general obstetrics and gynecology, as well as genetic counseling, infertility treatments, high-risk pregnancies and maternal-fetal care.
This division team includes gynecologic oncologists, gynecologic pathologists, radiation oncologists, medical oncologists and specially trained oncology nurses. Treatment includes helping to navigate the emotional and social aspects of the diagnosis.
These division physicians are leaders in delivering high-risk babies. They offer personalized care that ranges form consultations to primary care for the remainder of a pregnancy and delivery.
These gynecologic surgeons are trained to perform complex procedures through tiny incisions to reduce pain, speed recovery and improve cosmetic results.
Physicians specializing in reproductive endocrinology and infertility provide a comprehensive, tailored approach to each patient's individual reproductive health needs.
Division researchers work to advance women's health care and improve health outcomes. They give specific focus to the health and wellness of women from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
