Dr. Kate NashMD
at Progressive Care For Women — Chicago, IL
About
Kate Nash, MD, brings deep roots in Chicago and more than two decades of connection to the Northwestern University community. She earned her Bachelor of Arts from Harvard University before completing her medical degree at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Her residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Northwestern University led to her selection as Chief Resident. She holds board certification in Gynecology.
Dr. Nash serves as an attending physician at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and as an Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Her clinical interests include uterine fibroids, PCOS, abnormal uterine bleeding, and menopause. As a breast cancer survivor herself, she brings a personal perspective to the care of breast cancer survivors and women at elevated risk of breast cancer. Outside work, she enjoys staying active and cooking with her husband and two sons.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Harvard University, Bachelor of Arts
Medical School
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Residency
Obstetrics and Gynecology, Northwestern University (Chief Resident)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Nash right for?
Dr. Nash is a strong fit for women navigating complex gynecologic conditions like uterine fibroids, PCOS, or abnormal uterine bleeding. She brings a personal and clinical perspective to breast cancer survivors and women with elevated breast cancer risk. Patients approaching or managing menopause benefit from her focused expertise in that transition. Women who value a physician with deep ties to the Northwestern community will find her background reassuring.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Nash focuses on uterine fibroids, PCOS, abnormal uterine bleeding, and menopause. She also brings particular expertise to the care of breast cancer survivors and women at elevated breast cancer risk, drawing on her own experience as a survivor.
Yes, Dr. Nash holds board certification in Gynecology. She trained at Northwestern University and served as Chief Resident during her Obstetrics and Gynecology residency.
Dr. Nash earned her Bachelor of Arts from Harvard University and her medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Northwestern University, where she was selected as Chief Resident.
Yes, Dr. Nash serves as an Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. She also holds an attending physician role at Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
Yes, Dr. Nash has a personal connection to this patient population as a breast cancer survivor herself. She provides informed, empathetic care for survivors and for women at elevated risk of breast cancer.
Dr. Nash treats menopause as a focused clinical area. She works with patients to address symptoms and long-term health considerations through individualized care plans.
Yes, PCOS is one of Dr. Nash's primary clinical interests. She works with patients to manage symptoms, address hormonal imbalances, and support long-term reproductive health.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026