Dr. Kate Shaw

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kate Shaw is an Associate Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Stanford University, specializing as a Complex Family Planning clinician, researcher, educator, and mentor. She completed her ObGyn Residency at Oregon Health Science University and a fellowship in Family Planning with a Master's degree in Epidemiology and Clinical Research at Stanford. Dr. Shaw's clinical research primarily focuses on understanding and enhancing patient experiences while minimizing barriers associated with abortion and contraception, particularly in second-trimester abortion and procedural pain. Her work has been published in reputable journals, including Contraception, American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Obstetrics & Gynecology, and the British Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Shaw is also committed to medical education through leading mentorship programs for medical students, residents, fellows, and faculty, ensuring the training of future medical providers in the field of ObGyn and Family Planning.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2013-07-01 — Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA

Associate Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Chief of Gynecology

2021-01-01 — 2025-01-01

Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA

Chief of the Gynecology and Gynecologic Specialties.

Associate Chair of Education

2019-01-01 — 2025-01-01

Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA

Associate Chair responsible for education within the department.

Awards

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Golden Apple Resident Teaching Award

2025-01-01
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Kelley Skeff, Professionalism Award

2023-01-01
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Top Oral Abstract

2023-01-01

Courses

CHPR 399 CHPR 290 PSYC 399 OBGYN 399 MED 370 OBGYN 370 OBGYN 199

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.