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About Me

Conditions I specialize in
  • Urogynecology

Rachel N. Pauls, MD, FACOG FPMRS is a Board Certified Specialist in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. She completed her residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, and fellowship training at Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio. She has been faculty for the Obstetrics and Gynecology program at TriHealth since 2006.

Dr. Pauls is the Program Director for the Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship at TriHealth; Director of Research for its Division of Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery; and Co-Director of its Women's Center for Specialized Care.

In addition to her clinical practice with Cincinnati Urogynecology Associates Dr. Pauls is an internationally renowned lecturer and researcher. She has presented both regionally and nationally. She is an invited reviewer for 15 peer-reviewed publications and is an Associate Editor for Sexual Medicine. Dr. Pauls has published over 70 journal articles and book chapters, which have been cited hundreds of times in other academic publications. Her research has been presented at over 80 meetings worldwide, and been honored with numerous awards.

Dr. Pauls was an American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Mentor of the Year' in 2012, which she was awarded in recognition of her preeminent role in the teaching and training of aspiring physicians and surgeons.

When not in the office, Dr. Pauls can frequently be found enjoying Cincinnati with her husband and three children.

Locations I practice at

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    TriHealth Women's Services - Cincinnati Urogynecology Associates - Kenwood
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    TriHealth Women's Services - Cincinnati Urogynecology Associates - Liberty
  • Education

    • University of Manitoba School of Medicine | Other, 1998
      Doctor of Medicine (MD)

    Certifications

    • American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology | Other, 2006
    • American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology | Board, 2013
      Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery

    Ratings and Reviews

    The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
    4.8 / 5 (401 ratings, 10 comments)
    Comments from patients
    • 5 / 5
      Everyone was very nice
      Reviewed September 16, 2025
    • 5 / 5
      Dr. Paul's is very caring & constantly asks what can she do to help you. I like that she is very much wanting to listen & then decide the best route to go to help with the problem. Her bedside' manner is top of the line.
      Reviewed September 12, 2025
    • 5 / 5
      I feel so appreciative to have Dr Pauls for my provider.
      Reviewed September 11, 2025
    • 5 / 5
      Very thorough
      Reviewed August 30, 2025
    • 5 / 5
      Dr. Khaja is an excellent communicator, She listens and cares about my health. I am so grateful for her.
      Reviewed August 28, 2025
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