Scholars@Duke
Nicole Pazzaglini Kerner

Nicole Pazzaglini Kerner

Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Obstetrics and Gynecology, Women's Community & Population Health
nicole.kerner@duke.edu
40 Medicine Circle, Clinic 1J, Durham, NC 27710
40 Medicine Circle, Durham, NC 27710
Office hours 8:30AM-5:30PM Mon-Fri  

Research Interests

  1. Perioperative Program Using Text Messaging to Enhance Patient Satisfaction and Outcomes:

    • My work involves designing and implementing a perioperative program that leverages text messaging to enhance patient satisfaction during common gynecologic procedures. By providing timely information, reminders, and support via text messages, we aim to improve patient experiences and overall outcomes. IRB exempt. Enrollment 5/2025. 

  2. Simulation Tool and Curriculum for Managing Vascular Injury in Laparoscopic Surgery:

    • As part of my research, I am developing a simulation tool and comprehensive curriculum specifically tailored for OB/GYN residents. The focus is on optimizing the management of vascular injuries encountered during laparoscopic procedures. By practicing realistic scenarios, residents can enhance their skills and confidence in handling such rare, yet critical situations. Poster presentation APGO 2025. 

  3. Improving Access to Equitable and Affordable Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI) Care: A Single-Institution Quality Improvement Study:

    • In this study, we developed a standardized ovulation induction protocol within the benign gynecology clinic. After implementing the protocol, we are evaluating prescriptions sent for ovulation induction agents pre and post implementation. Our goal is to improve access to equitable and affordable REI care for patients.
      
         4. Pain management optimization for office procedures including intrauterine device placement using          evidence based techniques. 

         5. Decentralizing optical imaging and diagnostics for cervical PREcancer detection; participant in NIH grant proposal



External Relationships

  • Go Media NC
  • Venus Health Science, LLC

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