Cara King, DO
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Treatment & Services
- Hysterosalpingogram
- Hysteroscopic Myomectomy
- Hysteroscopy
- Laparoscopic and Robotic-Assisted Laparoscopy
- Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopic myomectomy
- Laparoscopic Presacral Neurectomy
- Laparoscopic Removal of Fibroids
- Laparoscopic Rudimentary Horn Excision
- Laparoscopic Supracervical Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopic Surgery
- Laparoscopic Treatment Of Endometriosis
- Laparoscopic Treatment Of Ovarian Cysts
- Laparoscopy
- Laparoscopy of Pelvis
- Menstrual Disorders, Fibroids and Hysteroscopic Services
- Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Myomectomy
- Septoplasty
- Surgery For Endometriosis
- Uterine Fibroids Treatment
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Abnormal Menstrual Bleeding
- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
- Adenexal Mass
- Endometrial Polyps
- Endometriosis
- Fibroids
- Mullerian Anomaly
- Myomas
- Ovarian Cysts
- Uterine Fibroids
- Uterine Leiomyomata
- Uterine Mass
- Vaginal Bleeding
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Dr. King is a member of the Cleveland Clinic Section of Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (MIGS). She is the Section Head of Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery and Medical Gynecology, and Program Director of the MIGS fellowship. She also serves as the Director of Innovation for the Women's Health Institute. She completed her residency training at Tufts University, Baystate Medical Center in Obstetrics and Gynecology followed by a Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery at Magee-Women's Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. While in Pittsburgh, she also obtained her Master's Degree in Medical Education from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.
She is a member of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL), the Society of Gynecologic Surgeons (SGS), and the the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), and was elected to serve as an active board member of the AAGL Fellowship Board as well as the Society of Gynecologic Surgeons Executive Board. She currently serves on the AAGL Board of Directors as the North America Representative. Dr. King also has a passion for surgical coaching and is Vice President of the Academy for Surgical Coaching, where she serves as a surgical coach and faculty for surgical coach training programs. She is an advocate for promoting evidence based care, education, and research for transgender health and is a member of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH).
Surgical education remains a priority and her research interests are focused on surgical coaching, competency based medical education, and simulation based assessments. Dr. King is a two-time recipient of the Golden Laparoscope Award, AAGL's most prestigious video award. She completed course work in the Surgical Education Scholars Program through APGO/CREOG in 2018.
Dr. King serves as the Program Director of the MIGS fellowship. She has earned multiple teaching awards for education endeavors for both medical students and residents, including the Ellen Hartenbach Award in 2018 for Innovation in Simulation.
Dr. King has spent time in Chad, Africa as a volunteer surgeon. She also looks forward to similar work in Ethiopia, where she will teach minimally invasive techniques.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2019
Education & Fellowships
Graduate School - University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Pittsburgh,
PA USA
2014
Fellowship - Magee Womens Hospital
Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery
Pittsburgh,
PA USA
2014
Residency - Baystate Medical Center
OB/GYN
Springfield,
MA USA
2012
Medical Education - Michigan State U. Coll. of Osteopathy
East Lansing,
MI USA
2008
Undergraduate - Michigan State University
Physiology
East Lansing,
MI USA
2004
Additional Training
- Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery 2012-2014
- Masters in Medical Education 2012-2014
- APGO/CREOG Surgical Education Scholars Program 2016-2018
- Surgical Coaching certificate, Academy for Surgical Coaching, 2018
Certifications
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
Specialty Interests
Fibroids, Endometriosis, Adnexal masses, Adenomyosis, Mullerian anomalies, Isthmocele repair, Abnormal uterine bleeding -Founder and Host of the "Gynecologic Surgeons Unscrubbed" podcast -Founder and Co-Host of the "Inspirations and Insights from Cleveland Clinic Women Docs" podcast
Awards & Honors
- 2018 The Ellen M. Hartenbach Award for Creativity and Innovation in Simulation Education. Selected by the residents and given to the faculty who has made the greatest contribution in simulation education.
- 2017 Jay M. Cooper Endowed Award for the Best Paper in Minimally Invasive Gynecology at the AAGL 46th Global Congress for “Intravenous acetaminophen versus saline in postoperative analgesia after laparoscopic hysterectomy: A randomized, double blind, placebo controlled trial”
- 2015 American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology Annual Conference. Best Video; Award for; “Laparoscopicureterolysis: Techniques and approaches to ureter identification and dissection“
- 2015 Society of Gynecologic Surgeons Annual Conference. Best Video Award for “Laparoscopicureterolysis: Techniques and approaches to ureter identification and dissection”
- 2015 APGO/CREOG Annual Conference. Second place oral presentation award for “Development and Validation of Laparoscopic Simulation Model for Suturing the Vaginal Cuff”
- 2014 Fellow Medical Education Award. Selected by Magee-Women's Hospital OB/GYN residents as the fellow who provided outstanding education in Gynecology.
- 2013 Golden Laparoscope Award. Awarded to the top laparoscopic video at the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists Meeting.
- 2013 Best Video on Education Award given to the top video in education at the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists Meeting.
- 2013 Best Video on Laparoscopic Surgeries Award given to the top laparoscopic video at the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists Meeting.
- 2012 Golden Laparoscope Award. Awarded to the top laparoscopic video at the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists Meeting.
- 2012 Outstanding Laparoendoscopic Resident Award from the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons.
- 2012 Resident Teacher Award. Selected by Baystate Medical Center OB/GYN residents as the resident who provided outstanding education.
- 2011 Resident Teacher of the Year Award. Selected by Tufts University Medical School as a resident to be recognized for accomplished teaching in the Obstetrics and Gynecology clerkship at Baystate Medical Center.
- 2010 Resident Teacher of the Year Award. Selected by Tufts University Medical School as a resident to be recognized for accomplished teaching in the Obstetrics and Gynecology clerkship at Baystate Medical Center.
Research & Publications
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67 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.8 | |
| Listens | 5 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
33 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Feb 27, 2023
Dr King is great
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2023
Dr. King listens so well - I always have such positive experiences at our visits because I feel like she really hears what I'm saying about my symptoms, feelings, and hopes for treatment. This is the easiest it's ever been to advocate for myself as a patient.
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2023
Dr. King is a first-class physician. She's knowledgeable, solutions oriented, and she has great bedside. I truly appreciate that she's reasonable and has a down to earth demeanor.
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2023
Dr King and her staff were amazing. She spent an incredible amount of time listening and gathering my medical history and proposing a treatment plan.
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2023
Excellent physician. I feel fortunate to be her patient.
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2023
Wonderful physician with skill and compassion.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2023
I have been to many other doctors for my concerns and this is the first time I felt heard. Dr. King listened and provided me with comfort, answers/solutions, and we developed goals. I am extremely grateful. I can't wait to see what the future holds.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2023
Had an excellent experience working with Dr. King. She took my concerns seriously and was very personable and informative.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2023
Wow, so impressed by Dr. King! I cannot even begin express how much her level of understanding, explanation, and caring for someone with my issues Is appreciated.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2023
Dr King is wonderful
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2023
She drew pictures to explain to me what they did in my surgery to what else I need to have done. She let me have my daughter in to explain everything to her too.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2022
Dr. King was running behind & someone from her office called to let me know! It was so appreciated that they called instead of just letting me wait.
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2022
Dr. King was incredibly kind and listened like no doctor I've ever seen before.
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2022
This was an initial appointment and she was wonderful. She answered all my questions and made me feel cared about as a person.
Reviewed on Dec 9, 2022
Dr. King is an amazing provider.
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2022
I have confidence in this doctor. She seems very competent, and her reputation is well known. After a previous experience that was challenging with another provider, I am so thankful for the opportunity to work with Dr. King.
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2022
Dr. King was very thorough and made sure to reach out via phone call when the zoom call disconnected. She was very kind in explaining every possible scenario for my condition and happily answered me questions and listened to my concerns
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2022
Once again Dr. King was amazing and I'm really glad I am being treated at Cleveland Clinic now. Unfortunately I couldn't get my zoom call to work but the continuity of care was spot on and we were able to address everything over the phone. Quality of care was from Dr. King was exactly the same as in office
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2022
Dr. King has excellent communication skills, both in person and over a video call.
Reviewed on Aug 26, 2022
Dr. King is an excellent doctor and a great listener - I really feel like she listens to what I have to say and takes all of my thoughts into consideration when prescribing treatment. I have no complaints about her.
Reviewed on Aug 24, 2022
She was patient and kind and offered clear next steps. She handled an issue with her fellows promptly and decisively to ensure continuity of care.
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2022
Dr. King is a knowledgeable and empathetic surgeon/gynecologist. I felt very heard and I'm grateful to be in her care.
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2022
Hands down, best experience I've ever had with any doctor.
Reviewed on May 26, 2022
Was on hold for a long period of time but the scheduler was helpful and kind. Dr. King is in demand and I had to schedule an appointment far in advance.
Reviewed on May 26, 2022
Great experience all around with Dr. King. I felt very heard and acknowledged. The PA or Nurse who brought me into the room was also sympathetic and courteous but I cannot remember her name.
Reviewed on May 26, 2022
Amazing, best experience I've ever had with a doctor and I've had a lot of doctors over the years.
Reviewed on May 23, 2022
First time I saw Dr. King. She was very kind and listened.
Reviewed on May 23, 2022
I have had bad experiences with other doctors, so it says a lot that I didn't with her!
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2022
Did not do a video call, simply talked on the phone. Dr. King answered all my questions and gave me all information needed
Reviewed on Apr 21, 2022
She is very caring and explained every detail
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2022
This has been a long completed case and this is the first provider in a few that I feel really took the time to listen. THANK YOU!
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2022
Dr. King was wonderful as usual. She explained everything in detail and answered all of my many questions. I can tell Dr. King actually cares about her patients and truly wants to help. I have already recommended her to other patients with endometriosis and will continue to do so.
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2022
Again, Dr. King was great and I'd highly recommend her. The video visit format was also ideal as I live out of state.