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John B. Gebhart, M.D.

  1. Gynecologist
  2. Urogynecologist

John B. Gebhart, M.D., M.S., is a fellowship trained Urogynecologist, specializing in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery. He is board certified in both Obstetrics and Gynecology and Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery (URPS). His clinical expertise includes surgical treatment of:

  • Dysfunctional/abnormal uterine bleeding — minimally invasive hysterectomy
  • Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) — uterine and vault prolapse, cystocele, rectocele
  • Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI) — synthetic slings, urethral bulking, Burch urethropexy
  • Refractory Overactive Bladder (rOAB) — Botox injection
  • Fistula — bladder, ureter, bowel
  • Congenital anomalies of the reproductive tract
  • Constricted or obliterated vagina
  • Urethral diverticulum
  • Mesh and other surgical complications

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Gebhart is active in research and education. He is Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, having authored over 100 peer reviewed publications, book chapters, etc. He previously served as Fellowship Program Director in URPS at Mayo Clinic for 14 years. His research interests include: surgical algorithms, ergonomics of surgery, and surgical outcomes.

  1. Botox injection
  2. Hysterectomy
  3. Pelvic floor reconstruction
  4. Robotic surgery
  5. Sacral nerve stimulation
  6. Urethral bulking
  7. Urinary sling procedure
  8. Vaginal hysterectomy
  • Reconstructive pelvic surgery
  • Urinary incontinence
  • Fistula
  • Congenital anomalies
  1. 2002
    MS - Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic SurgeryMayo Graduate School of Medicine, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
  2. 2001
    ResidentFemale Pelvic Medicine & Recon, Programs in Rochester, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
  3. 2001
    Fellow - Urogynecology-Reconstructive Pelvic SurgeryMayo Graduate School of Medicine, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
  4. 1998
    ResidentObstetrics and Gynecology, Programs in Rochester, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
  5. 1998
    Resident - Obstetrics and GynecologyMayo Graduate School of Medicine, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
  6. 1994
    MD - MedicineUniversity of North Dakota School of Medicine
  7. 1989
    BS - Psychology/ChemistryUniversity of North Dakota

Certifications

  1. 2013
    Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive SurgeryAmerican Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  2. 2004
    Obstetrics & GynecologyAmerican Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Awards and honors

  1. 2025
    2025 Top Doctor Award HonoreeThe American Registry
  2. 2024
    Patient Experience AwardMayo Clinic
  3. 2024
    Distinguished Surgeon Award - 2024Society of Gynecologic Surgeons
  4. 2024
    2024 Top Doctors Award HonoreeThe American Registry
  5. 2023
    America's Most Honored Doctors 2023 Award The American Registry
  6. 2023
    2023 Top Doctor Award HonoreeCastle Connolly Medical Ltd
  7. 2022
    Certificate of Excellence Award - RICH TIES valuesDocumentation Services, Mayo Clinic
  8. 2021
    Press Ganey Certificate - Excellence in Patient SatisfactionPress Ganey
  9. 2019
    2019 Regional Top Doctor AwardCastle Connolly Medical Ltd
  10. 2019
    AUGS Member of the MonthAmerican Urogynecologic Society
  11. 2018
    Honor Your MentorSociety of Gynecologic Surgeons
  12. 2016
    Star SurgeonAAGL Global Congress on Minimally Invasive Gynecology
  13. 2014
    Axel Ingelman-Sundberg Best Abstract AwardAmerican Urogynecologic Society/International Urogynecological Association Annual Meeting
  14. 2013
    America's Top DoctorsUS News & World Report/Castle Connolly Medical
  15. 2011
    SGS Best Video PresentationSociety of Gynecologic Surgeons Annual Meeting
  16. 2011
    Best DoctorsUrogynecology & Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery
  17. 2010
    Patient Choice AwardDivision of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  18. 2007
    Physician's Recognition AwardAmerican Medical Association
  19. 2004
    Continence AwardMayo Clinic
  20. 2004
    Excellence in Teaching AwardMayo Clinic
  21. 2003
    Excellence in Teaching AwardMayo Clinic
  22. 1998
    Outstanding ResidentMayo Graduate School of Medicine, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Department of Education Administration
  23. 1997
    Chief Administrative ResidentMayo Graduate School of Medicine, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Department of Education Administration

Professional memberships

  1. 2024 - present
    Nominating CommitteeSociety of Gynecologic Surgeons
  2. 2024 - present
    Commiittee MemberInternational Urogynecological Association
  3. 2022 - present
    Medical Director - EI 5-4Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  4. 2018 - 2020
    Committee MemberMayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine Admissions Executive Committee
  5. 2017 - 2018
    PresidentSociety of Gynecologic Surgeons
  6. 2014 - 2015
    Secretary/TreasurerSociety of Gynecologic Surgeons
  7. 2014 - present
    MemberExecutive Committee, Society of Gynecologic Surgeons
  8. 2014 - present
    FundraiserFundraising Task Force, Society of Gynecologic Surgeons
  9. 2014 - present
    Committee MemberSociety of Gynecologic Surgeons
  10. 2013 - present
    Subject Matter ExpertDepartment of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  11. 2012 - 2016
    Executive Committee MemberDepartment of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  12. 2012 - 2014
    ChairSociety of Gynecologic Surgeons
  13. 2012 - 2014
    MentorLeadership Council, American Urogynecologic Society
  14. 2012
    Program ChairSociety of Gynecologic Surgeons
  15. 2012 - present
    Board of DirectorsSociety of Gynecologic Surgeons
  16. 2011 - 2016
    Co-DirectorPostgraduate Course, Society of Gynecologic Surgeons
  17. 2011 - 2013
    ChairAmerican Urogynecologic Society
  18. 2010 - 2014
    MemberOB/GYN Education Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  19. 2009 - 2012
    Executive Committee MemberAmerican Urogynecologic Society
  20. 2009 - 2012
    TreasurerAmerican Urogynecologic Society
  21. 2009 - 2012
    Finance CommitteeAmerican Urogynecologic Society
  22. 2009 - 2012
    Foundation Board MemberAmerican Urogynecologic Society
  23. 2007 - 2010
    MemberEducation Committee, Society of Gynecologic Surgeons
  24. 2007 - 2009
    National ChairmanUrogynecology Fellowship Program Directors
  25. 2006 - 2008
    MemberVideo Committee, International Urogynecologic Association
  26. 2006 - present
    MemberSociety of Gynecologic Surgeons
  27. 2004 - 2012
    Board of DirectorsAmerican Urogynecologic Society
  28. 2004 - present
    MemberCentral Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  29. 2003 - present
    MemberCareer Development Conference for Minority Medical Students, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Department of Education Administration
  30. 2002 - 2006
    MemberResearch Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  31. 2002 - present
    MemberMaster's Graduate Faculty Privileges, Department of Education Administration
  32. 2001 - 2007
    ChairUrogynecology Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  33. 2001 - present
    MemberAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  34. 2001 - present
    MemberInternational Urogynecologic Association
  35. 2001 - present
    MemberAmerican Urogynecologic Society
  36. 1998 - present
    MemberUrogynecology Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  37. 1995 - 1998
    MemberOB/GYN Education Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  38.  
    PreceptorCareer Development Conference for Minority Medical Students, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Department of Education Administration
  39.  
    FellowAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists

Publications

Research activities

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