Arleen H Song
Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Fellowship trained minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon with a clinical interest treatment of uterine fibroids, abnormal or heavy bleeding, benign ovarian cysts, and endometriosis. In addition to medical management, I focus on minimally invasive surgical techniques such as robotic and laparoscopic surgery and operative hysteroscopy.
Current Appointments & Affiliations
- Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology 2021
Contact Information
- Background
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Education, Training, & Certifications
- M.D., University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill 1999
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Medical Licensure
- 201-01010. North Carolina. 2011
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Previous Appointments & Affiliations
- Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology 2016 - 2020
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Leadership & Clinical Positions at Duke
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2017 to Present - PDC Managed Care Committee
Quality Safety and Peer Review Committee
Gynecology Peer Review Committee
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2017 to Present - PDC Managed Care Committee
- Expertise
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Subject Headings
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Global Scholarship
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Expertise
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- Publications & Artistic Works
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Selected Publications
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Academic Articles
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Smorgick, Noam, Kristin E. Patzkowsky, Mark R. Hoffman, Arnold P. Advincula, Arleen H. Song, and Sawsan As-Sanie. “The increasing use of robot-assisted approach for hysterectomy results in decreasing rates of abdominal hysterectomy and traditional laparoscopic hysterectomy.” Arch Gynecol Obstet 289, no. 1 (January 2014): 101–5. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00404-013-2948-z.Full Text Link to Item
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Patzkowsky, Kristin E., Sawsan As-Sanie, Noam Smorgick, Arleen H. Song, and Arnold P. Advincula. “Perioperative outcomes of robotic versus laparoscopic hysterectomy for benign disease.” Jsls 17, no. 1 (2013): 100–106. https://doi.org/10.4293/108680812X13517013317914.Full Text Link to Item
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Smorgick, Noam, John DeLancey, Kristin Patzkowsky, Arnold Advincula, Arleen Song, and Sawsan As-Sanie. “Risk factors for postoperative urinary retention after laparoscopic and robotic hysterectomy for benign indications.” Obstet Gynecol 120, no. 3 (September 2012): 581–86. https://doi.org/10.1097/AOG.0b013e3182638c3a.Full Text Link to Item
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Advincula, Arnold P., and Arleen Song. “The role of robotic surgery in gynecology.” Curr Opin Obstet Gynecol 19, no. 4 (August 2007): 331–36. https://doi.org/10.1097/GCO.0b013e328216f90b.Full Text Link to Item
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Song, A. H. “Global Endometrial ablation devices: Minimally invasive alternatives to hysterectomy.” Female Patient Practical Ob Gyn Medicine Then Ob Gyn Edition 32, no. 7 (2007): 46–50.
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Song, Arleen H., and Arnold P. Advincula. “Adolescent chronic pelvic pain.” J Pediatr Adolesc Gynecol 18, no. 6 (December 2005): 371–77. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpag.2005.09.001.Full Text Link to Item
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Advincula, Arnold P., Arleen Song, William Burke, and R Kevin Reynolds. “Preliminary experience with robot-assisted laparoscopic myomectomy.” J Am Assoc Gynecol Laparosc 11, no. 4 (November 2004): 511–18. https://doi.org/10.1016/s1074-3804(05)60085-0.Full Text Link to Item
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Song, A. H., A. P. Advincula, and D. E. Fenner. “Common gastrointestinal problems in women and pregnancy.” Clinics in Family Practice 6, no. 3 (September 1, 2004): 755–73. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cfp.2004.03.015.Full Text
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Advincula, Arnold P., and Arleen Song. “Endoscopic management of leiomyomata.” Semin Reprod Med 22, no. 2 (May 2004): 149–55. https://doi.org/10.1055/s-2004-828621.Full Text Link to Item
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McMillen, B. A., E. A. DaVanzo, A. H. Song, S. M. Scott, and M. E. Rodriguez. “Effects of classical and atypical antipsychotic drugs on isolation-induced aggression in male mice.” Eur J Pharmacol 160, no. 1 (January 24, 1989): 149–53. https://doi.org/10.1016/0014-2999(89)90664-x.Full Text Link to Item
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McMillen, B. A., E. A. Davanzo, S. M. Scott, and A. H. Song. “N‐alkyl‐substituted aryl‐piperazine drugs: Relationship between affinity for serotonin receptors and inhibition of aggression.” Drug Development Research 12, no. 1 (January 1, 1988): 53–62. https://doi.org/10.1002/ddr.430120105.Full Text
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- Teaching & Mentoring
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Recent Courses
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Advising & Mentoring
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OBGYN Residency Coaching Program
AMWA Mentor
Mentor for OBGYN Residents
Available to mentor:
- Resident
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OBGYN Residency Coaching Program
- Scholarly, Clinical, & Service Activities
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Presentations & Appearances
- Creating Systematic Proficiency. Robotics Course. AAGL. November 12, 2017 2017
- Decide, Commit, Succeed: Tips for Success. Building a World Class Robotics Program. AAGL. November 12, 2017 2017
- The Retroperitoneum Made Easy: Navigating Complex Cases and Complications with the Robot: Cadaveric Lab. AAGL. November 14, 2016 2016
- Understanding Energy. Postgraduate Course. AAGL. November 14, 2016 2016
- Laparoscopic Suturing Course. AAGL. November 15, 2015 2015
- Hysteroscopy Training Course. Wake Forest Baptist Health. July 9, 2012 2012
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Service to the Profession
- Chair. AAGL Bylaws Committee. AAGL. 2022 - 2024 2022 - 2024
- Chair. Robotic Special Interest Group. AAGL. 2022 - 2024 2022 - 2024
- Member. Nominations Committee. AAGL. 2022 - 2024 2022 - 2024
- Chair. Robotics Special Interest Group. AAGL. 2015 - 2016 2015 - 2016
- Vice Chair. Robotic Special Interest Group. AAGL. 2014 - 2015 2014 - 2015
- Ad hoc Reviewer. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology. 2009 - 2011 2009 - 2011
- Scientific Program Abstract Review Committee. AAGL. 2009 - 2022 2009 - 2022
- Ad Hoc Reviewer . International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics. 2006 - 2015 2006 - 2015
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