National Capital Consortium-Inova Fairfax Hospital Fellowship

This three-year fellowship is fully accredited in urogynecology and reconstructive pelvic surgery by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) with a complement of two fellows each year. It is a combined military and civilian fellowship in the National Capital Consortium at Inova Fairfax Hospital (civilian) and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (military). Upon completion of the fellowship, military fellows (from all services) will serve as teaching faculty at one of the armed forces OB-GYN or urology residencies, whereas civilian fellows will be encouraged to pursue academic positions.

Program locations

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Fairfax, VA

  • Eight board-certified urogynecology and reproductive pelvic surgery physicians

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD

  • Three board-certified urogynecology and reproductive pelvic surgery physicians
  • One board-certified urologist
  • Three pelvic floor physical therapists
  • One colorectal surgeon 
Female doctor performing surgery

Exceptional surgical training ground
Where skills meet scale

Inova and Inova Fairfax Hospital have long been recognized for excellence in all subspecialties of obstetrics and gynecology, consistently ranking among the top institutions in the nation. Our urogynecology fellowship program is one of the oldest and most established in the United States, built upon a legacy of clinical excellence, innovative research and comprehensive education. 

As one of the largest women’s hospitals in the country, Inova Fairfax Hospital performs over 5,000 gynecologic surgeries annually, providing our fellows with a remarkable breadth of surgical training. The high surgical volume, combined with the complexity of cases referred from across Inova, ensures that our fellows gain extensive hands-on experience. From managing routine urogynecologic conditions to addressing the most challenging pelvic floor disorders, our fellows develop unparalleled clinical expertise.

Empowered learning

Our program is distinguished not only by its exceptional clinical training but also by the diversity of the patient population we serve. Located in the Washington, DC, metropolitan area – one of the country's most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions – Inova provides care to a broad spectrum of patients. This unique environment allows our fellows to develop skills in culturally competent, patient-centered care, ensuring they are well prepared to address the needs of diverse populations in any setting.

Additionally, our fellowship program integrates advanced training in cutting-edge diagnostic and therapeutic techniques. Fellows gain expertise in robotic and minimally invasive surgery, pelvic floor imaging, and the latest advancements in reconstructive and neuromodulation techniques. This exposure prepares them for clinical excellence and empowers them to contribute to the field as innovators and thought leaders.

At Inova, research is a fundamental pillar of our fellowship program. We are dedicated to advancing medical knowledge and pioneering new approaches in urogynecology. Fellows have the opportunity to engage in a broad spectrum of research activities including: 

  • Postpartum urogynecology and pelvic floor imaging studies
  • Industry-sponsored clinical trials and emerging technologies
  • Quality improvement initiatives and simulation-based research
  • Translational research and population health studies

Fellows benefit from collaboration with international research scholars and renowned global leaders in urogynecology who frequently partner with Inova. Additionally, the Women’s Health Integrated Research Center at Inova provides access to a team of over 40 scientists, laboratory technicians and a vast biobank. This exceptional research infrastructure allows fellows to contribute meaningfully to advancing women’s health and develop skills that will shape their future careers in academia or clinical research.

Inova Fairfax Hospital is located in the heart of the Washington, DC, metropolitan area, offering a vibrant and enriching environment for professional and personal growth. Whether you are drawn to world-class museums, historical landmarks, performing arts, fine dining or outdoor activities, the region has something for everyone.

The dynamic setting enhances our fellows' quality of life and exposes them to national and international healthcare policy discussions, cutting-edge medical advancements, and interdisciplinary collaboration opportunities unique to the DC area.

Shaping the future leaders of urogynecology

Our fellowship program is dedicated to mentorship, professional development and leadership training. Through an individualized curriculum, close faculty guidance, and a supportive and collegial learning environment, we strive to cultivate the next generation of experts in urogynecology. Graduates of our program go on to become leaders in academic medicine, clinical practice and groundbreaking research, shaping the future of women’s pelvic health. 

At Inova, we are committed to providing an extraordinary fellowship experience that will equip graduates with the skills, knowledge and confidence to excel in the evolving field of urogynecology. We invite you to join us and become part of a program that blends tradition with innovation, clinical excellence with research leadership and rigorous training with a commitment to compassionate patient care.

Meet our team

LTC Katherine (Kati) Dengler, MD, FACOG, URPS, FACS

LTC Katherine (Kati) Dengler, MD, FACOG, URPS, FACS

Fellowship Program Director

Dr. Katherine received her medical degree from the F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine at the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences (USUHS). She then completed her obstetrics and gynecology residency at the San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium. After five years as a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology, she completed her urogynecology and reconstructive pelvic surgery fellowship at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

She has been actively serving in the military since 2004 and holds the rank of lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army. She is the Program Director for the National Capital Consortium Urogynecology and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and Inova Fairfax Hospital. She is an Associate Professor of Gynecologic Surgery and Obstetrics at USUHS and the former Chief of the Urogynecology Division at Walter Reed. She is heavily involved in research on women's health and has a significant interest in post-operative pain management.

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Assistant Program Directors:

Eva Welch, MD, MS, FACOG, URPS | email Eva

Donna Mazloomdoost, MD, FACOG, URPS | email Donna

Fellowship Coordinator: 

Regina Holloway | email Regina

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