Katherine Strafford, MD
Physician, Associate Professor
Obstetrics & Gynecology
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614-293-3069Conditions and expertise
- Colposcopy
- Contraception
- Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Gynecology
- Obstetrics
Locations
- Obstetrics and Gynecology in Outpatient Care Worthington
Academics and research
Department: OB/GYN
About
- Gender
- Female
Biography
I practice general obstetrics and gynecology. It’s a privilege to work with so many wonderful patients throughout their lives. I appreciate the opportunity to help them meet some of life’s greatest joys and challenges.
It's important to me to engage my patients in their care. Together, we can find health care approaches that best meet their individual needs. I enjoy accomplishing this while also maintaining best practices recommended by evidence-based medicine.
Working at Ohio State allows me to have immediate access to the latest updates, including medical practice and research. The best in primary and specialty care co-management is here.
Ohio State also allows us to maintain a connection with the bright, enthusiastic minds that are the next generation of outstanding health care providers.
When I'm not on the job, I enjoy relaxing with my family, reading and traveling.
Highlights
- Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list annually since 2010
- Outstanding Achievement in Patient Service, 2011 and 2013
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Excellence in Teaching Awards, 2010, 2011, 2013-15, 2019 and 2022
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2013, 2015-17 and 2019
- Best Doctors in America List, 2017
Conditions and expertise
- Colposcopy
- Contraception
- Gynecology
- Obstetrics
- Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Reproductive Health
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Residency - Obstetrics & Gynecology
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2003 - 6/30/2006 - Internship - Obstetrics & Gynecology
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2002 - 6/30/2003 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, United States
9/1/1998 - 5/1/2002
Certification
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American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology
1/16/2009
Academics and research
I am a general obstetrician gynecologist and the director of the residency program in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. I also serve as the advisor for the Ohio Section of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology Junior Fellows Program.
My scholarly work is focused on medical education, and I've received multiple teaching awards. I've published and presented nationally on topics including integrated medical school curricula, medical education during the COVID-19 pandemic, teaching evidence-based medicine, oral exams in medical education, benign gynecologic care and other obstetrics and gynecology and medical education topics.
Research interests
- Reproductive Health
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Contraception
- Prenatal Care
- Medical Education
Honors and Awards
- Excellence in Teaching Award, Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics
Academic information
- Department:
- OB/GYN
- Division:
- General Obstetrics and Gynecology
More about my research
Ratings and reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
50 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
Consulting and related relationships
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As of 11/3/2025, Katherine Strafford has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Always listens to my questions and provides good answers
Dr Stratford is one the better doctors at OSU. She listened to me and addressed my questions. If only all doctors at OSU treated patients like she does.
Took her time and did not rush, was compassionate and thorough, made sure I was comfortable with the plan of care
Best doctor ever. She took the time to explain what might be coming up as I enter perimenopause, to tell me what would be things to watch out for and to invite me to contact the office with any concerns. She also talked about when I might need more in-depth breast scans and scheduling pap smear. She makes me feel at ease and confident in the care I'm getting.
Excellent!!! Dr Strafford was kind, understanding & answered with explanations when needed on all my concerns with compassion.
She took the time to listen to me and fully explain issues and questions I had
She was professional and very educated on her stuff
She is awesome
She is great. Listens to my concerns, answers my questions. Strafford is reassuring and calming. A great doctor.
Dr. Strafford is one of the best doctors I have experienced through OSU and Ohio Health. She Is kind, thoughtful, listens, offers explanations and options and easy to connect with. She simply treated me with respect and dignity and is interested in any questions or concerns I have.
Good
She is very knowledgeable and friendly
She was very good and through it and told you what was taking place Etc when I had to have the colposcopy / biopsy very good doctor I would recommend her to anyone
My care provider is excellent. She was recommended to me by one of her med students, and I have seen her pretty much ever since. I could see someone much closer to my home, but I still see her because she is that good.
Dr Strafford is knowledgeable and caring.
Dr. Strafford was wonderful - extremely attentive, friendly, and thorough. She took her time and answered all my questions - I never felt rushed.
My care provider was thorough, took her time to explain my health issues, and was very kind to me.
She is my care provider since 2013. She is so good, friendly, and gives explanation for every question from me.
She took her time with me. Very knowledgeable and she answered everyone of my questions. Could not ask for anything more!
Always positive helpful remembers me and my history