Dr. Kaitlin Hehnke joins Methodist's OB/GYN lineup

Kaitlin Hehnke, MD, knew she wanted to pursue a career in medicine because of the stories her grandmother shared from being a labor and delivery nurse.

“I was captivated by the idea of being part of some of the most vulnerable, empowering and life-changing moments in a person's life,” Dr. Hehnke said.

As an OB/GYN at Methodist Physicians Clinic, Dr. Hehnke likes that no two days are the same.

“I enjoy the fast pace of labor and delivery, the complexity of GYN, and getting to know your patients and their support system in clinic,” she said.

She believes that the most important part of the patient-provider relationship is trust.

“That’s built through open communication and patient-centered care,” Dr. Hehnke said. “My goal is to always provide patients with a space where they can share their previous experiences, make sure that they feel encouraged to ask questions and feel supported in the medical decisions that we make together.”

She enjoys having the privilege of providing guidance and support during the most meaningful moments in patients’ lives.

“There’s nothing quite like delivering a baby,” she said. “But equally as meaningful is taking care of patients in more difficult times, like pregnancy losses or unexpected complications.”

Outside of work, Dr. Hehnke enjoys attending Husker football and baseball games, traveling, going on walks with her husband and their dachshund, practicing yoga, and baking sourdough.