Biographical summary
Adela G. Cope, M.D., is a board certified OBGYN, specializing in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery. Her clinical interests include:
- Multidisciplinary care for complex benign gynecologic pathology including endometriosis and uterine fibroids
- Advancement of minimally invasive surgical techniques and surgical education
- Promotion of enhanced recovery following benign gynecologic surgery
In addition to her clinical activities, Dr. Cope is active in clinical research with multiple peer-reviewed publications on endometriosis and uterine fibroids. She is passionate about medical education, serving as a teacher and mentor for medical students, residents, and fellows.
Conditions treated
Procedures performed
Interests
- Minimally invasive surgery
- Endometriosis
- Adenomyosis
- Uterine fibroids
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Contraception
Mayo Clinic locations
Education
- 2023
Basic Science MastersClinical and Translational Science, Programs, Mayo Graduate School, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
- 2021
FellowMinimally Invasive Gynecologic, Programs in Rochester, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
- 2018
ResidentObstetrics and Gynecology, Programs in Rochester, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
- 2014
MDUniversity of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
- 2010
BAWartburg College
Activities and honors
Certifications
- 2021
Obstetrics & GynecologyAmerican Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Awards and honors
- 2021
Golden Stethoscope Award: Fellow EducatorMayo Clinic Medical School
- 2018
Recognition of Excellence in Minimally Invasive GynecologyAmerican Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists
- 2018
Resident AwardSociety for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology
- 2018
Poster Presentation Award Winner for Post partum contraception in Somali women: A population-based studyMayo Clinic Young Investigator Research Symposium
- 2018
Patient Safety AwardClinical Learning Environment Review (CLER)
- 2017
Best Third Year Resident Teacher AwardMayo Clinic Department of OB/GYN
- 2013
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical SocietyUniversity of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
- 2013
Gold Humanism Honor SocietyUniversity of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
- 2012
Doctor of Medicine with Service Distinction - Service Distinction ProjectUniversity of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
Professional memberships
- 2023 - present
MemberAAGL FMIGS Research Committee
- 2020 - present
Active MemberDiversity Committee, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
- 2020 - present
ParticipantAAGL Endometriosis / Reproductive Surgery Special Interest Group (SIG)
- 2019 - present
Active MemberSociety for Reproductive Investigation
- 2019 - present
Active MemberSociety of Endometriosis and Uterine Disorders
- 2019 - present
Active MemberInternational Pelvic Pain Society
- 2019 - 2023
Active MemberQuality and Safety: Gynecologic Surgery Trigger Review Committee
- 2019 - present
Active MemberOB/GYN Education Committee
- 2018 - present
Active MemberWorld Endometriosis Society
- 2016 - 2019
Faculty AdvisorMayo Medical School - Medical Student OB/GYN Interest Group
- 2016 - present
Co-Faculty AdvisorMayo Medical School - Medical Students for Choice
- 2016 - present
Active MemberAmerican Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL)
- 2011 - present
FellowAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
Publications