Dineo Khabele, MD

Khabele named head of obstetrics and gynecology

Gynecologic oncologist Dineo Khabele, MD, has been named head of the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. She will begin her new position June 1. (Photo: Selena Jabara)

Gynecologic oncologist Dineo Khabele, MD, noted for her expertise in ovarian cancer research and treatment, has been named head of the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Khabele, whose appointment becomes effective June 1, also will be installed as the Mitchell and Elaine Yanow Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology.

She specializes in treating women diagnosed with ovarian cancer and other gynecologic cancers and was selected after a national search. Khabele is known for her outstanding skills as a physician-scientist, her leadership instincts and her passion for women’s health.

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