Dr. Kenneth Nunes

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kenneth J. Nunes, MD, is an Associate Professor in the Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago. His clinical interests encompass a range of obstetric and gynecological topics, including abnormal Pap smears, contraception, laparoscopic hysterectomy, and menopausal health. Dr. Nunes has dedicated significant research efforts in areas such as preconception counseling, twin pregnancies, and uterine fibroids. His academic background includes training at the University of Virginia and a medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, followed by a bachelor’s degree in biology from Duke University. With a strong record in leadership roles including Vice President and Chief Ambulatory Medical Officer at the University of Chicago Medicine, he has contributed to innovative quality improvement programs in healthcare. His work has been published in prominent medical journals, addressing important issues like patient demographics and virtual visits in urban academic medical settings, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Research Interests

Experience

Vice President, Chief Ambulatory Medical Officer

2019-01-01 — Present

University of Chicago Medicine • Chicago, IL

Responsible for overseeing ambulatory operations and improving patient care services.

Associate Chief Medical Officer

2018-01-01 — 2019-01-01

University of Chicago Medicine at Ingalls • Chicago, IL

Assisted in managing clinical services and patient safety initiatives.

Section Chief

2016-01-01 — 2019-01-01

General Obstetrics Gynecology, University of Chicago Medicine • Chicago, IL

Led the obstetrics and gynecology section, focusing on clinical excellence and education.

Executive Medical Director

2010-01-01 — 2016-01-01

Family Birth Center, University of Chicago Medicine • Chicago, IL

Directed the Family Birth Center, ensuring high standards in maternal and newborn care.

Awards

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Distinguished Faculty Award

2014-01-01
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Golden Apple Resident Educator Award

2008-01-01

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy