Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Scott & White Hospital and Memorial Clinic in Temple Texas, has a long history of providing comprehensive care in the various disciplines of gynecologic surgery.

Our program will provide exposure to management of complex benign pelvic surgery beyond incontinence and prolapse.  The aim of the fellowship is to prepare candidates for subspecialty certification and for a career in academic medicine.

Scott & White's Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship offers:

•  A broad spectrum of experience in pelvic surgery, with an emphasis on female pelvic medicine and reconstructive pelvic surgery.  In addition, experience with radical pelvic surgery, complex abdominal surgery and colorectal surgery will be offered. 
  
• A multi-specialty approach to the evaluation and treatment of urinary incontinence and pelvic-floor disorders.  Specialists from gastroenterology, urology, neurology, colorectal surgery and physical medicine and rehabilitation combine to form a comprehensive team for evaluation and management. 

Program Director

Bob L. Shull, M.D., Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Section of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, 2401 S. 31st St., Temple, TX, 76508, USA.

 Phone: 254-724-3427
 Fax.     254-724-9702
 E-mail: bshull@swmail.sw.org

Program Faculty

   FPMRS -  Bob L. Shull, M.D., Tristi W. Muir, M.D., and Paul M. Yandell, M.D.
   Gynecologic Oncology - Dudley P. Baker, M.D., and Charles V. Capen, M.D., 
   Research - Thomas J. Kuehl, Ph.D., Lisa M. Pierce, D.Sc., and David C.C. Sprague, Ph.D., 
   Urology - Erin T. Bird, M.D.
   Colorectal Surgery - Harry T. Papaconstantinou, M.D., and J. Scott Thomas, M.D.

Program Information

• Trainees per year:  1 
• Fellowship length:  3 years
• Program Salary:  $48,000-$56,000 plus meeting travel costs, benefits package including malpractice coverage and healthcare coverage

To request an application you may contact Monika Schwartz at MSchwartz@swmail.sw.org 

For e-mail requests, please include:

• Name of the fellowship in which you are interested
• Your name, address and phone number
• Your medical school and year of graduation
• Your previous residency or fellowship training, if any

This fellowship adheres to the AUA/ABOG guidelines. An application for ABOG accreditation has been submitted. Our physicians have built clinical, academic and research reputations in the field of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. As recognized experts at one of the top 15 major teaching hospitals in America**, our physicians deliver superior multidisciplinary care from one of the most respected academic medical centers in the country. Our program provides education and experience in the management of urinary/pelvic floor disorders of incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse such as cystocele, rectocele, enterocele, uterine prolapse and post-hysterectomy vaginal vault prolapse. 

There is an active research program with three scientists conducting basic research using animal models and human tissues to investigate questions related to pathophysiology of disorders of the pelvic floor. Collaboration with other specialties including urology, colorectal surgery and physical therapy is an integral part of our patient management and educational program. Fellows will have the opportunity to develop excellent skills in patient care, research and education.

**Scott & White named to Top 100 Hospitals and Top 15 Teaching Hospitals in America for third straight year