Kendra Hutchens, PhD

Co-Director of Research, Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology

 

 

Office Location

Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Academic Office 1
12631 E. 17th Avenue, B198-1
Aurora, CO 80045

For a list of currently recruiting studies on the Anschutz Campus visit researchstudies.cuanschutz.edu.

About Kendra Hutchens, PhD

Why did you become a researcher?

I'm endlessly curious person and believe in the transformative power of scientific inquiry to help reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes.

What are your research interests?

As a sociologist, I am interested in the various ways in which overlapping systems of power—like gender, socioeconomic status, racism, and religion—shape reproductive health outcomes, perceptions of health, experiences in health systems, and attitudes about reproductive health.

What is the best part of your job?

Problem-solving with people who care about using research to improve and destigmatize reproductive wellbeing.

How are you involved in medical education?

I currently help to support research training for the new Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology Fellowship.

What is your favorite?

What’s your favorite part about living in Colorado?

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When you were 10, what did you want to be when you grew up?

Marine Archaeologist

What was your favorite hobby when you were a kid, and now as an adult?

The CU Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology physicians and staff are committed to celebrating diversity in all forms - fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for each patient regardless of race, gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or gender identity.