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Daniel M. Breitkopf, M.D.

  1. Gynecologist

Dr. Breitkopf completed his Obstetrics & Gynecology residency at the University of Vermont Medical Center. He provides care for women with benign gynecologic conditions and is jointly appointed in Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Surgery. He is Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology. His clinical expertise includes:

  • Management of abnormal uterine bleeding
  • Diagnosis and treatment of uterine fibroids
  • Surgical removal of uterine fibroids, uterine polyps, and ovarian cysts
  • Evaluation and management of chronic pelvic pain
  • Pelvic ultrasound

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Breitkopf is active in research and education, training residents and fellows. He is an associate professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, having authored over 35 peer review publications, book chapters, etc.

  1. Ablation
  2. Birth control pill method
  3. CO-2 laser treatment
  4. Colposcopy
  5. Conization
  6. Diagnostic hysteroscopy
  7. Diagnostic laparoscopy
  8. Endometrial ablation
  9. Endometriosis surgery
  10. Female hormone replacement therapy
  11. Gynecological surgery
  12. Hysteroscopy
  13. Intrauterine device method
  14. Loop electrosurgical excision procedure
  15. Minimally invasive surgery
  16. Myomectomy
  17. Pap smear
  18. Pelvic exam
  19. Polypectomy
  20. Radiofrequency ablation
  • Gynecologic sonography
  • Minimally invasive gynecologic surgery
  • Medical education
  1. 1997
    Internship/Residency - Obstetrics & GynecologyMedical Center Hospital of Vermont, University of Vermont
  2. 1993
    MDState University of New York Downstate Medical Center
  3. 1989
    AB - BiochemistryMiddlebury College

Certifications

  1. 1999
    Obstetrics & GynecologyAmerican Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Awards and honors

  1. 2021
    Top 10% of journal reviewers 2021Obstetrics & Gynecology (Green Journal)
  2. 2019
    Charles Field AwardMayo Clinic
  3. 2018
    MCSGME Program Director of the YearMayo Clinic in Rochester
  4. 2017
    Residency Review Committee for Ob/Gyn nominationAmerican Medical Association
  5. 2017
    Karis AwardMayo Clinic Values Council, Mayo Clinic Committees
  6. 2014
    Top 20% of Reviewers 2013-2014Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology
  7. 2008
    InducteeAcademy of Health Science Educators, University of Texas
  8. 2008
    Distinguished Teaching ProfessorUniversity of Texas System
  9. 2007
    Leonard A. Charpentier, MD Professorship Award for Excellence in Resident EducationUniversity of Texas Medical Branch
  10. 2007
    UTMB Academy of Master Teachers Inaugural InducteeUniversity of Texas Medical Branch
  11. 2004
    Outstanding Faculty Teacher of the 2003/2004 Academic School YearUniversity of Texas Medical Branch
  12. 2004
    Faculty Marshal, 114th School of Medicine CommencementUniversity of Texas Medical Branch
  13. 2004
    Best Poster Award, 71st Annual MeetingCentral Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  14. 2003
    Outstanding Faculty Teacher of the 2002/2003 Academic School YearUniversity of Texas Medical Branch
  15. 2002
    Faculty Distinguished Professorship in Obstetrics & GynecologyUniversity of Texas Medical Branch
  16. 2002
    Outstanding Faculty Teacher of the 2001/2002 Academic School YearUniversity of Texas Medical Branch
  17. 2001
    CREOG National Faculty Award for Excellence in Resident EducationUniversity of Texas Medical Branch
  18. 1999
    Patient Services Honor RollUniversity of Texas Medical Branch
  19. 1998
    Patient Services Honor RollUniversity of Texas Medical Branch
  20. 1996
    Galloway Fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology for Residents in Obstetrics and GynecologyMemorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
  21. 1993
    Gate Pharmaceuticals Award for Medical Student Excellence in Obstetrics and GynecologyState University of New York Downstate Medical Center

Professional memberships

  1. 2024 - present
    MemberAmerican Gynecological Club
  2. 2022 - present
    Board of DirectorsAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  3. 2021 - present
    MemberGraduate Medical Education Committee
  4. 2020 - present
    FellowAmerican Gynecological and Obstetrical Society
  5. 2019 - present
    MemberSurgical and Procedural Committee
  6. 2019 - 2021
    ChairAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  7. 2019 - present
    Executive CommitteeAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  8. 2018 - present
    Committee MemberSociety for Advanced Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgery (SAGES)
  9. 2018 - present
    MemberMC OB/GYN Specialty Council, Mayo Clinic Committees, Mayo Clinic
  10. 2018 - present
    Committee MemberRochester Hospital Operations Team
  11. 2018 - present
    Committee MemberAAGL, Essentials of Minimally Invasive Gynecology Exam Writing Committee
  12. 2017 - 2018
    Committee MemberHospital Practice Subcommittee, Mayo Clinic Rochester Committees
  13. 2016 - present
    Committee MemberClinical Competency Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  14. 2016 - 2019
    MemberAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  15. 2015 - present
    Active MemberResident Work Hours, ACGME and AMA Section on Medical Schools, Policy Development
  16. 2014 - 2016
    ChairAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Scientific Program Committee
  17. 2014 - present
    ExaminerAmerican Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  18. 2013 - 2018
    MemberWomen's Health Executive Committee, Women's Health Committee, Mayo Clinic Rochester Committees
  19. 2013 - present
    MemberOB/Gyn Clinical Practice Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  20. 2013 - present
    MemberSociety of Academic Specialists in Obstetrics and Gynecology
  21. 2011 - 2013
    ChairJoint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
  22. 2010 - 2019
    MemberGraduate Education Committee Surgical
  23. 2010 - present
    MemberOB-GYN Executive Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  24. 2010 - 2016
    MemberAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Scientific Program Committee
  25. 2010 - 2011
    Task Force MemberACOG PROLOG Patient Management in the Office, 6th edition
  26. 2010 - present
    MemberEducation Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  27. 2009 - 2010
    MemberCollaborative Subcommittees, American College of Radiology
  28. 2008 - 2010
    MemberHealth Information Committee, University Hospitals, University of Texas Medical Branch
  29. 2008 - 2010
    MemberAcademic Review Committee, School of Medicine, University of Texas Medical Branch
  30. 2007 - 2008
    MemberCollaborative Subcommittees, American College of Radiology
  31. 2007
    MemberNational Education Curriculum for Sonography Task Force
  32. 2005 - 2010
    MemberEducation Committee, University of Texas Medical Branch
  33. 2005 - 2006
    Task Force MemberACOG PROLOG Patient Management in the Office, 5th edition
  34. 2004
    MemberGrading Guidelines Study, National Board of Medical Examiners
  35. 2004 - 2010
    MemberElectives Course Committee, School of Medicine, University of Texas Medical Branch
  36. 2004 - 2008
    MemberMedical Management Model Committee, University Hospitals, University of Texas Medical Branch
  37. 2004
    Grant ReviewerMedical Research Committee, Sheffield Hospitals Charitable Trust
  38. 2003 - 2015
    Board MemberJoint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
  39. 2003 - 2010
    MemberAppointment, Promotion and Tenure Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, University of Texas Medical Branch
  40. 2003 - 2010
    Expert ConsultantTexas Medical Board
  41. 2003 - 2005
    Faculty Senate MemberUniversity of Texas Medical Branch
  42. 2003 - present
    MemberAmerican Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists
  43. 2002 - 2010
    MemberPractice of Medicine Year 2 Course Committee, School of Medicine, University of Texas Medical Branch
  44. 2002 - 2003
    MemberCollaborative Subcommittees, American College of Radiology
  45. 2001 - 2003
    MemberInstitutional Review Board, University of Texas Medical Branch
  46. 2000 - 2003
    MemberOperating Room Cost Reduction Task Force, University Hospitals, University of Texas Medical Branch
  47. 2000 - present
    FellowAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  48. 1999 - 2010
    FellowTexas Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  49. 1999 - 2010
    MemberTexas Medical Association
  50. 1999 - 2010
    MemberGalveston County Medical Society
  51. 1999 - 2010
    Attending PhysicianAmerican Institute of Ultrasound Accredited Practice
  52. 1999 - 2002
    MemberLaboratory Advisory Committee, University Hospitals, University of Texas Medical Branch
  53. 1999 - present
    MemberAmerican Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine
  54. 1998 - 2001
    MemberResidency Advisory Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, University of Texas Medical Branch
  55. 1993 - present
    MemberAmerican Medical Association

Publications

Research activities

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