Dr. Nicole Kerner

Associate Professor

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Biography

Nicole Pazzaglini Kerner is an Associate Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Duke University. Her career focuses on patient care, medical education, and committee service within the department. She is passionate about addressing gynecologic health issues for patients ranging from adolescence to menopause. Since joining Duke in 2010, she has successfully blended clinical practice with teaching, mentoring medical, PA, and NP students, as well as residents. As of July 2020, she serves as the Medical Director of the Benign Gynecology Clinic, where she combines her dedication to education with her commitment to patient care. The clinic caters primarily to residents and addresses the needs of the community's underserved populations and complex patient cases. Her teaching responsibilities extend to obstetrics at the hospital, demonstrating her commitment to cultivating excellence in surgical education. Certified by the North American Menopause Society, she actively participates in educational symposiums and committees, further contributing to her field and improving patient outcomes.

Research Interests

Experience

Medical Director

2020-07-01 — Present

Benign Gynecology Clinic • Duke University

Oversees the clinic operations and directs the education of residents and medical students while providing patient care.

Associate Professor

2003-01-01 — Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Teaches and mentors students in obstetrics and gynecology, focusing on women's health.

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)