Bertha Chen, MD

Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Gynecology - Urogynecology) and, by courtesy, of Urology

Clinical Focus

Gynecology
Urogynecology & Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery
Telemedicine
Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery

Academic Appointments

Professor - University Medical Line, Obstetrics & Gynecology
Professor - University Medical Line (By courtesy), Urology
Member, Bio-X
Member, Maternal & Child Health Research Institute (MCHRI)

Administrative Appointments

Co-Chief, Division of Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery, Stanford University (2011 - Present)

Honors & Awards

Top Doctor in Silicon Valley, San Jose Magazine (2000-2002)
Outstanding Faculty Professor of Gynecology, Resident Staff of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Stanford University (2004-2005)
One of America's Top Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Consumers' Research Council of America (2006-2007)
Excellence in Teaching Award, Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics and Gynecology (2006)
Faculty member, Educators-for-Care Program, Stanford University (2008)
Top Doctor in Bay Area, San Francisco Magazine (2020)

Professional Education

Medical Education: Stanford University School of Medicine (1991) CA
Board Certification: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (2013)
Board Certification: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology (1997)
Residency: Stanford University Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency (1995) CA
Internship: Stanford University Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency (1992) CA

Community and International Work

Stanford Eritrean Women's Health Project, Eritrea, Africa

Topic

Long-term outcomes of surgical treatment of vesicovaginal fistulas.

Partnering Organization(s)

Stanford University and the Eritrean Ministry of Health, Eritrea, Africa

Populations Served

Women and girls of rural Eritrea, Africa

Location

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Consulting gynecologist for Koko, the gorilla, Woodside, California

Topic

Performed first-ever complete gynecologic examination on Koko, the gorilla

Partnering Organization(s)

The Gorilla Foundation of Woodside, California

Populations Served

Koko, the gorilla

Location

Bay Area

Ongoing Project

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Opportunities for Student Involvement

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Medical mission, Neuvo Progreso, Guatemala

Topic

Urogynecologic and pelvic reconstructive surgery

Partnering Organization(s)

Hospital de la Familia

Populations Served

Women and girls in an under-served area of Central America

Location

International

Ongoing Project

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Opportunities for Student Involvement

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Patents

Mary Lake Polan, Bertha Chen. "United States Patent 6,420,119 Methods of diagnosing and treating urinary incontinence relating to collagen proteolysis in pelvic supporting tissue", The Board of Trustees of the Leland Stanford Jr. University, Jul 16, 2002

Contact

Clinical (Primary)

This is the primary clinic for this clinical provider. For additional clinical locations and information, please visit the link(s) listed below in the 'Additional Clinical Info' section.

Gynecology Clinic at Stanford 900 Blake Wilbur Dr Ste W0050 Garden Level Palo Alto CA 94304 Tel: (650) 725-6079 Fax: (650) 723-6046

Additional Clinical Info

Current Research and Scholarly Interests

Dr. Chen’s research examines the molecular causes of urinary incontinence and pelvic floor dysfunction. Recognizing that urinary incontinence linked to demise of smooth muscle sphincter function, she is investigating the potential use of stem cell regeneration to restore muscle capacity.

2023-24 Courses

Independent Studies
- Directed Reading in Obstetrics and Gynecology
  OBGYN 299 (Aut, Win, Spr, Sum)
- Early Clinical Experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology
  OBGYN 280 (Aut, Win, Spr, Sum)
- Graduate Research in Reproductive Biology
  OBGYN 399 (Aut, Win, Spr, Sum)
- Medical Scholars Research
  OBGYN 370 (Aut, Win, Spr, Sum)
- Undergraduate Research in Reproductive Biology
  OBGYN 199 (Aut, Win, Spr, Sum)

Stanford Advisees

Med Scholar Project Advisor
Zainub Dhanani
Postdoctoral Faculty Sponsor
Bo Yu

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