Bertha Chen, MD

Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Gynecology and Gynecologic Specialties/Urogynecology) and, by courtesy, of Urology

Clinical Focus

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

Academic Appointments

Professor - University Medical Line, Obstetrics & Gynecology
Professor - University Medical Line (By courtesy), Urology
Member, Bio-X
Member, Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance
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

Board Certification: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery (2013)
Medical Education: Stanford University School of Medicine (1991) CA
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

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Ongoing Project

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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

true

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 900 Blake Wilbur Dr 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.

2024-25 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

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Lusine Aghajanova, M.D., Ph.D.

Clinical Associate Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology - Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility

Alexandriah Nicole Alas, MD

Clinical Associate Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology

Robert W. Carlson

Professor of Medicine (Oncology and General Internal Medicine/Medical Informatics) at the Stanford University Medical Center, Emeritus

Christos E. Constantinou

Associate Professor of Urology, Emeritus

Amy D. Dobberfuhl, MD, MS

Assistant Professor of Urology

Olivier Gevaert

Associate Professor of Medicine (Biomedical Informatics) and of Biomedical Data Science

Brooke Gurland, MD, FACS

Clinical Professor, Surgery - General Surgery

Victor W. Henderson, MD, MS

Professor of Epidemiology and Population Health and of Neurology and Neurological Sciences

Sarah Hilgenberg

Clinical Professor, Pediatrics

Jennifer Lee

Professor of Medicine (Endocrinology) and, by courtesy, of Epidemiology and Population Health

Teri A Longacre

Richard L. Kempson, MD, Professor in Surgical Pathology

Kavita Mishra

Clinical Associate Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology