Kimberly Kho

Kimberly Kho, MD, MPH is a minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon and academic physician at the University of Hawaii where she is a Professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Women's Health and serves as the Associate Chair of Faculty Development. Her clinical practice focuses on complex benign gynecologic conditions, including fibroids, endometriosis, and adenomyosis. She has a long-standing interest in surgeon wellbeing and has led work on surgical ergonomics, including national survey research on the physical toll of operating and on ways to reduce work-related musculoskeletal injury. She is a frequent speaker, educator, and mentor, and has been active in AAGL, currently serving on the Board of Directors, and as Chair of the Surgical Ergonomics Task Force. At this Congress, she will present on practical, evidence-based strategies to improve surgical ergonomics and protect surgeons’ long-term health and careers.