Dr. Olga Ramm is a urogynecologist (a specialist in women's pelvic floor conditions) and a reconstructive pelvic surgeon with expertise in minimally invasive and robotic techniques. She cares for patients with pelvic organ prolapse, urinary or fecal incontinence, complex urinary or rectal fistulas, and surgical complications. Her approach focuses on collaborating with other specialists and tailoring treatment plans to patients' individual needs and preferences. She serves as director of the UCSF Center for Urogynecology and Women's Pelvic Health.
In her research, Ramm investigates topics related to urogynecology and reconstructive pelvic surgery, including surgical outcomes, birth trauma, care equity and patient consent.
Ramm earned her medical degree at the University of Kansas School of Medicine. She completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern Medicine Prentice Women's Hospital, followed by a fellowship in urogynecology and reconstructive pelvic surgery at Loyola University Medical Center.
In addition to patient care, Ramm is passionate about surgical education. She has held leadership roles in undergraduate and graduate medical training, including program director for the fellowship in urogynecology and reconstructive pelvic surgery offered jointly by Kaiser Permanente East Bay and UCSF. She has also influenced education of the next generation of urogynecologic surgeons through her work with national organizations on curriculum development, clinical evaluation and certification pathways. These organizations include the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education and American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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