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UK HealthCare’s Obstetrics and Gynecology specialty is now ranked No. 15 in the nation in the 2026-27 U.S. News & World ...
09/01/2026

UK HealthCare’s Obstetrics and Gynecology specialty is now ranked No. 15 in the nation in the 2026-27 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings — up from No. 28 last year.

This marks the fourth consecutive year the program has been recognized among the nation’s top specialties, reflecting the dedication of our faculty, staff and care teams to advancing women’s health through exceptional care, research and education.

Gynecologic Cancer Surgery also received a “High Performing” designation.

This recognition reflects our team’s ongoing commitment to providing the highest level of care for women across Kentucky and beyond.

We’re proud to celebrate Andrea Tucker, M.D., associate professor in the department of obstetrics and gynecology, on com...
08/20/2026

We’re proud to celebrate Andrea Tucker, M.D., associate professor in the department of obstetrics and gynecology, on completing the Safety, Quality, Informatics and Leadership (SQIL) program at Harvard Medical School.

The yearlong, case-based program equips clinicians and health care leaders with the tools to lead quality improvement, strengthen patient safety, use data to drive decision-making and create meaningful change in health care.

The program culminated in a weeklong workshop and graduation at Harvard Medical School in July.

Dr. Tucker’s achievement reflects her commitment to professional growth, quality improvement and excellence in patient care. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Tucker on this accomplishment.

Our final Class of 2026 resident spotlight recognizes Margaret Specht, M.D., whose commitment to patient care and educat...
06/19/2026

Our final Class of 2026 resident spotlight recognizes Margaret Specht, M.D., whose commitment to patient care and education has helped strengthen our department.

Throughout residency, Dr. Specht has contributed to the department’s mission while caring for patients and supporting fellow learners. After graduation, she will remain at the University of Kentucky, joining the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology’s Generalist Division.

Congratulations to Dr. Specht on this achievement. We wish her continued success as she begins this next chapter.

Our final Class of 2026 fellow spotlight celebrates Allison Swiecki-Sikora, M.D., a gynecologic oncology fellow.During h...
06/18/2026

Our final Class of 2026 fellow spotlight celebrates Allison Swiecki-Sikora, M.D., a gynecologic oncology fellow.

During her fellowship, Dr. Swiecki-Sikora advanced the department’s mission through her commitment to patient care, research, education and service. After graduation, she will join Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

Congratulations to Dr. Swiecki-Sikora on this milestone. We wish her continued success in the years ahead.

As commencement week continues, we’re recognizing the residents and fellows who have helped shape our department through...
06/18/2026

As commencement week continues, we’re recognizing the residents and fellows who have helped shape our department through their dedication to patients, education and research.

Today, we’re celebrating Cory Nunn, M.D.

Throughout residency, Dr. Nunn has contributed to the department’s mission while caring for patients and supporting fellow learners. Following graduation, Dr. Nunn will join Houston Methodist Obstetrics and Gynecology Associates in Cypress, Texas.

Congratulations to Dr. Nunn on this achievement. We wish her all the best as she begins the next chapter of her career.

This week, we’re celebrating our graduating residents and fellows as they take the next step in their medical careers. T...
06/17/2026

This week, we’re celebrating our graduating residents and fellows as they take the next step in their medical careers.

Throughout the week, we’ll highlight members of the Class of 2026 and recognize the meaningful contributions they’ve made to our department, our patients, our learners, and the communities we serve.

Today, we recognize Connie Cao, M.D., Gynecologic Oncology Fellow.

During her time in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Cao has made a lasting impact through her dedication to patient care, education, research, and service. After graduation, she will join Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital/Lemmen Holton Cancer Pavilion in Grand Rapids, MI.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Cao on this milestone and wishing her all the best in the years ahead.

This week, we’re celebrating our graduating residents and fellows as they move into the next chapter of their medical ca...
06/17/2026

This week, we’re celebrating our graduating residents and fellows as they move into the next chapter of their medical careers.

We’ll be highlighting members of the Class of 2026 throughout the week and recognizing the impact they’ve had on our department, our patients, our learners and the communities we serve.

Today, we’re recognizing Emily Moore, M.D.

During their time in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Moore has shown a strong commitment to patient care, education and scholarship. After graduation, they will
join the team at Colorado Permanente Medical Group, Denver, CO.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Moore on this milestone and wishing them continued success in the years ahead.

This week, we’re celebrating the achievements of our graduating residents and fellows and recognizing the dedication, co...
06/16/2026

This week, we’re celebrating the achievements of our graduating residents and fellows and recognizing the dedication, compassion and expertise they have brought to our department.

Be sure to follow along as we highlight members of the Class of 2026 and share where their careers will take them next.

Today, we recognize Maternal-Fetal-Medicine Fellow Ljuba Mirsky, MD.

During their time with the MFM division, Dr. Mirsky has made meaningful contributions to patient care, education, research and service.

After graduation, Dr. Mirsky is joining the team at CHI Saint Joseph East Women's Hospital, Lexington, KY.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Mirsky on this milestone achievement and wishing them continued success in the years ahead.

This week, we’re celebrating the achievements of our graduating residents and fellows and recognizing the dedication, co...
06/16/2026

This week, we’re celebrating the achievements of our graduating residents and fellows and recognizing the dedication, compassion and expertise they have brought to our department.

Be sure to follow along as we highlight members of the Class of 2026 and share where their careers will take them next.

Today, we recognize Megan Knoll, MD.

During their time with the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Knoll has demonstrated a commitment to excellence in patient care, education and scholarship.

After graduation, Dr. Knoll is joining the team at Pinewest at Westwood, High Point, NC.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Knoll on this milestone achievement and wishing them continued success in the years ahead.

This week, we’re celebrating the achievements of our graduating residents and fellows and recognizing the dedication, co...
06/15/2026

This week, we’re celebrating the achievements of our graduating residents and fellows and recognizing the dedication, compassion and expertise they have brought to our department.

Be sure to follow along as we highlight members of the Class of 2026 and share where their careers will take them next.

Today, we recognize Kaitlyn Enderle, MD.

During their time with the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Enderle has demonstrated a commitment to excellence in patient care, education and scholarship. After graduation, Dr. Enderle is joining the team at Community North Hospital, Indianapolis, IN.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Enderle on this milestone achievement and wishing them continued success in the years ahead.

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