Overview
Dr. Nawal Nour is the Chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. She holds the Kate Macy Ladd Professorship at Harvard Medical School.Prior to assuming the role of Chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Nour served as the Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer for Faculty, Trainees and Students, since 2018. Dr. Nour has also served as the director of Ambulatory Obstetrics Practice for two decades and assumed leadership of the Ambulatory Gynecology Division last year. In addition, she is the Founding Director of the African Women’s Health Center and the Division Director of both Ambulatory Obstetrics and Gynecology.Recently named one of Forbes 40 Women to Watch Over 40, Dr. Nour established the world-renowned African Women’s Health Center which provides appropriate holistic health and outreach programs to the African community in Boston. As the founder and current director, Dr. Nour was honored as a 2003 MacArthur Foundation Fellow for creating the country’s only center of its kind that focuses on both physical and emotional needs of women who have had or undergone female genital cutting. Dr. Nour has also published several articles related to women’s health including, HIV and Pregnancy in Resource-Poor Settings. Dr. Nour was born in the Sudan and raised in Egypt and England. She came to the United States to attend Brown University. She received her medical degree from Harvard Medical School, completed an Ob-Gyn residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital and an MPH at Harvard School of Public Health. She has received numerous awards for her community work and outreach including honorary doctorate degrees from Bowdoin College and Williams College. Dr. Nour presently serves on the Brigham Board of Trustees.
Her top area of expertise is Gestational Diabetes.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 35 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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75 Francis Street, Cwn 3, Boston, MA 02115
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nawal M. Nour
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nawal M. Nour?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nawal M. Nour by calling their office at 617-732-5452. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nawal M. Nour a top-rated expert for Gestational Diabetes?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nawal M. Nour is classified as an Experienced expert for Gestational Diabetes, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Nawal M. Nour specialize in?
While Dr. Nawal M. Nour is a Obstetrics and Gynecology, they have specific expertise in Gestational Diabetes. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Does Dr. Nawal M. Nour participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nawal M. Nour has published 35 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gestational Diabetes. You can view a list of Dr. Nawal M. Nour's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nawal M. Nour accept my insurance?
Dr. Nawal M. Nour accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 617-732-5452 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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