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Gina Northington

  • Department of Gynecology & Obstetrics
    Professor
  • Emory Clinic
    Gynecology and Obstetrics
    1365 Clifton Road, Building A, Room 4229
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Overview

In 2011, Dr. Gina Northington joined the Emory University School of Medicine faculty. She is currently an Associate Professor and Director of the Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery in the Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics. She is also Chief of Clinical service for OB/GYN at Emory University Hospital. Dr. Northingtons clinical areas of interest include geriatric gynecology, neuromodulation, pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, and overactive bladder. She currently participates in several clinical trials and translational research projects investigating mechanisms of female pelvic floor disorders. Prior to joining the faculty at Emory, Dr. Northington was an assistant professor at the University of Pennsylvania, where she also completed her fellowship training. In addition to Dr. Northington s lead administrative positions at Emory, she was also fellowship program director (2011-2022) for FPMRS at Emory and was responsible for Emory receiving ACGME Accreditation for the Fellowship program the first year it was offered by the ACGME in 2013. Dr. Northington serves on the following committees: Emory University Hospital (EUH)/The Emory Clinic (TEC) Peer Review Committee, Emory Faculty Committee on Appointments and Promotions (co-Chair), and Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics Steering Committee. She previously served as the Chair of the Emory SOM Deans Faculty Advisory Committee, a member of the EUH/TEC Medical Executive and Credentialing committees, and Chair of the Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics Diversity Equity and Inclusion committee. Nationally she is active in the American Urogynecologic Society and currently serves on the board of directors.

Academic Appointment

  • Associate Professor, Gynecology and Obstetrics, Emory University School of Medicine

Education

Degrees

  • PhD from Rutgers
  • BS from Michigan State University
  • MD from University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey

Research

Publications

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