Kelli Culpepper, MD, FACOG

Why am I a doctor?

I knew I wanted to work in Women’s Health. I wanted a specialty where I could develop lifelong relationships with my patients as well as use my hands and do procedures. I get to be a part of a woman’s life from start to finish. I meet them as teens and watch them grow-up; go to school, get jobs, and get married. I deliver their babies and watch them blossom in motherhood. Or I see them grow in their careers. I walk them through menopause and counsel them on good health as they age. I do surgeries that improve quality of live or save their life or the lives of their babies. I get to be a part of their lives at all stages.

I am an active member of the medical staff at my hospital to advocate for women’s health. I work with staff on drills and protocols to improve obstetrical safety. I represent my department on the Medical Executive staff. I participate on quality and safety committees at both my hospital and the division level. I am committed to getting the best possible outcomes for our mothers and babies.

The greatest joy in life is my family. I strive to balance my love of my work and my love for my family. I have a wonderful husband and two amazing daughters. They know the sacrifices I make to do my job but they always know I will be at everything I can be at!

I also try to spend a little time on myself. I started running a few years ago and developed a love of half marathons! I am trying to improve my tennis game. I love travel and my patients provide an endless supply of places I want to visit.