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Karolynn Echols, MD, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Philadelphia, PA

Karolynn T Echols MD FACOG, FPMRS, Dip ABOIM (She/Her)

Urogynecology & Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery, Complementary and Integrative Medicine


Associate Professor, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Chief FPMRS, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

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  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital833 Chestnut St , Dept Ob/GynPhiladelphia, PA 19106

  • Phone+1 215-955-5000

  • Fax+1 215-955-7366

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Summary

  • Dr. Karolynn Echols is an Obstetrics and Gynecology specialist based in Philadelphia, PA, with subspecialties in Urogynecology, Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery, and Complementary and Integrative Medicine. She completed her medical education at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and furthered her expertise with fellowships at the University of Arizona and Louisiana State University. Dr. Echols is an Associate Professor at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and has held several teaching and leadership positions throughout her career, including a former Fellowship Program Director at Cooper University Healthcare. She has contributed to the field through publications in respected journals on topics such as stress incontinence and novel surgical techniques, and she is also involved in clinical trials. Her work includes areas like urinary incontinence treatment and female pelvic medicine. Dr. Echols has received certifications related to her use of electronic health records.

Education & Training

  • University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson
    University of Arizona College of Medicine-TucsonFellowship, Integrative Medicine, 2014 - 2016
  • Louisiana State University School of Medicine
    Louisiana State University School of MedicineFellowship, Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery (Obgyn), 2000 - 2003
  • University of Miami/Jackson Health System
    University of Miami/Jackson Health SystemResidency, Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1996 - 2000
  • Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
    Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple UniversityClass of 1996
  • Cornell University
    Cornell UniversityBS, Electrical Engineering , 1984 - 1988

Certifications & Licensure

  • FL State Medical License
    FL State Medical License 1999 - 2028
  • NJ State Medical License
    NJ State Medical License 2006 - 2027
  • NY State Medical License
    NY State Medical License 2025 - 2027
  • PA State Medical License
    PA State Medical License 2016 - 2026
  • LA State Medical License
    LA State Medical License 2000 - 2007
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology
    American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
    American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
  • Diplomate of American Board of Integrative Medicine
    American Board of Physician SpecialtiesDiplomate of American Board of Integrative Medicine

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification Allscripts TouchWorks EHR, Allscripts, 2016-2017
  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory EHR Suite, Epic Systems Corporation, 2016-2017
  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory 2014 Certified EHR Suite, Epic Systems Corporation, 2016-2017

Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Press Mentions

  • Watkins-Conti’s FDA-Cleared Bladder Support Device Shows Positive Results in Clinical Trial
    Watkins-Conti’s FDA-Cleared Bladder Support Device Shows Positive Results in Clinical TrialMay 22nd, 2025
  • Watkins-Conti Reports Positive Clinical Trial Results for FDA-Cleared Yōni.Fit Bladder Support Device
    Watkins-Conti Reports Positive Clinical Trial Results for FDA-Cleared Yōni.Fit Bladder Support DeviceMay 13th, 2025
  • Coloplast Teams up with Dr. Arturo Manchaca for a Study That Will IMPLANT MESH in NEW WOMEN
    Coloplast Teams up with Dr. Arturo Manchaca for a Study That Will IMPLANT MESH in NEW WOMENOctober 14th, 2015

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