Nicole M. Kruppa, MD
Obstetrics/Gynecology
Accepting new patients
“I want to be an advocate for patient health and an educator.”
Dr. Kruppa offers a full range of obstetrical and gynecological services, including preventive care, surgical management, and family planning.
As a gynecologic surgeon, she combines evidence-based clinical medicine with the latest surgical approaches to treat health problems with immediate results. She has extensive training and experience in minimally invasive surgery, including robotic-assisted surgery.
Language(s) - English
Dr. Nicole Kruppa (pronounced crew-PUH) realized medicine was her calling while an Oregon State University undergraduate. She heard how a student to whom she taught CPR and lifeguarding pulled his sister from the water and saved her life. “It would be a pivotal moment for me, as that story made me realize I wanted to become a doctor.”
She became an obstetrician-gynecologist because she enjoys the blend of medicine and surgery. “I instantly felt a connection with female patients and passionate about the care specific to obstetrics-gynecology. I love helping women through their obstetrical experience, which culminates in one of the most exciting days of life – childbirth.”
Patient autonomy is important to Dr. Kruppa, and she strives hard to not just treat obstetric and gynecologic patients, but to also educate them about their conditions so they make the best decisions about their care.
“The patient and I are a team in which we both contribute to the quality of care they expect to receive. My patients can expect me to be courteous, respectful and empathetic. They can also expect me to be thorough, forthcoming and dedicated to their care. These are things I would expect of my doctor and these are traits I strive to bring to my job every day.”
She and her family enjoy cooking, traveling, scuba diving and skiing, running and outdoor activities.
Residency
Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of California, San Diego, 2015
Internship
Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of California, San Diego, 2012
Education
Doctor of Medicine, University of Nevada, School of Medicine - 2011; Bachelors of Science in Environmental Science, Oregon State University, 2005
Experience
Obstetrician/Gynecologist, Family Health Center of San Diego, 2015-2016; Clinical OB/GYN provider, Clinica Esperanza, Roatan, Honduras, 2013; Clinic Manager, Bridges to Community, Managua, Nicaragua, 2008
Certification
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Abstracts and published articles
NM Tierney, CC Saenz, MT McHale, SC Plaxe. Industry Payments to Obstetrician–Gynecologists: An Analysis of 2014 Open Payments Data. Obstetrics and Gynecology. 2016; 127(2):376-384
NM Tierney, K Ward, M O’Boyle, CC Sanez. Comet tail artifact on pelvic ultrasound associated with borderline serous tumor of the ovary. Open J Clin Med Case Rep. 2015 (1)10: 1059.
NM Kruppa, L Bean, CC Saenz, MT McHale, SC Plaxe. Incidence data quality and human development may challenge cervical cancer prevention and control programs worldwide. Poster abstract at the Society of Gynecologic Oncology Annual Meeting on Women’s Cancer, March 19-22, 2016, San Diego, California.
W. Hendrickson-Cahill, NM Kruppa, CC Saenz, MT McHale and SC Plaxe. A population based study of malignant neuroendocrine tumors (MNET) of the female genital tract (FGT). Poster abstract at the Society of Gynecologic Oncology Annual Meeting on Women’s Cancer, March 19-22, 2016, San Diego, California.
NM Tierney, CC Saenz, MT McHale, SC Plaxe. An early look at industry payments to gynecologic oncologists posted on the CMS Open Payments website. Poster abstract at the Western Association of Gynecologic Oncologists Annual Meeting, June 11-13, 2015, Santa Rosa, California.
NM Tierney, DY Lacoursiere, S Hebert, T Kelly, E Lukacz. Incidence of wound complications after cesarean delivery: is suture closure really better? Abstract presented at ACOG Annual Clinical and Scientific Meeting, May 4-6, 2015; San Francisco, California.
Presentations
NM Kruppa. Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting. Cross Cultural Conference for San Diego Family Medicine Residencies, May 25, 2016. San Diego, California.
NM Kruppa, L Bean, CC Saenz, MT McHale, SC Plaxe. Incidence data quality and human development may challenge cervical cancer prevention and control programs worldwide. Oral Presentation at the Society of Gynecologic Oncology Annual Meeting on Women’s Cancer, March 19-22, 2016, San Diego, California.
NM Tierney, CC Saenz, MT McHale, SC Plaxe. An early look at industry payments to gynecologic oncologists posted on the CMS Open Payments website. Oral presentation Western Association of Gynecologic Oncologists Annual Meeting, June 11-13, 2015, Santa Rosa, California.
NM Tierney, DY Lacoursiere, S Hebert, T Kelly, E Lukacz. Incidence of wound complications after cesarean delivery: is suture closure really better? Oral presentation, ACOG Annual Clinical and Scientific Meeting, May 4-6, 2015; San Francisco, California.
NM Tierney. Female Genital Cosmetic Surgery. UCSD Department of Reproductive Medicine Chief Resident Grand Rounds; October 22, 2014.
NM Tierney, DY Lacoursiere, S Hebert, T Kelly, E Lukacz. Incidence of wound complication rates after cesarean delivery at UCSD Medical Center: a comparison between suture and staples for skin closure. UCSD Department of Reproductive Medicine Resident Research Day June 4, 2014.
Research project
Oregon State University, Infectious Disease Internship, Mumbai, India, 2005.
Patient Ratings
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on the Patient Satisfaction Survey.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Comments From Patients
She’s the utmost best!
Kind, sensitive, and responsive to my concerns and needs. Dr. Kruppa and the staff at the Corvallis Clinic are super great to work with- my best OB/GYN experience by far.
Dr. Kruppa is very kind and caring. She really listens and talks through options in an way that is easy to understand. I always feel very comfortable in her care.
Super caring and cannot recommend her enough.
Very caring
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