Bettina

Paek

MD

Why did you decide to pursue a career in academic medicine at UW?

I chose to join to UW because of the incredible network of subspecialty teams that allows me to provide seamless care for pregnancies with complex fetal conditions.

What is one professional or academic accomplishment of which you are most proud and why?

I have had the opportunity to train colleagues internationally and help them start their respective programs. For example, I flew to Jamaica to mentor the local team through their first intrauterine transfusion - which was smooth and successful.

What is the best advice you’ve ever received?

If you don't ask, the answer is always "no".

What is one thing that brings you joy, either inside or outside of work?

Spending time in nature with my family is the best - rafting the Grand Canyon is one of my favorite memories.

What inspires you?

My young adult children who are pursuing their goals and dreams inspire me to keep growing and pushing the boundaries of what I thought was possible.

When do you feel the most impactful?

I believe I am most impactful in creating a space where families that have received concerning news regarding their pregnancy feel heard, well cared for and confident in their team.

Research Interests: 

Fetal Diagnosis, Fetal Therapy, Maternal Fetal Surgery

Clinical Interests: 

Fetal Diagnosis, Fetal Therapy, Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome

Board Certification: 
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2006
Maternal Fetal Medicine, 2010

Licensure: 
Washington, 2000
Colorado, 2017
Oregon, 2020
Idaho, 2020
Alaska, 2020
Montana, 2020

Education & Training: 
MD, Ludwig Maximilian's University, Munich, Germany
Research Fellowship, The Fetal Treatment Center at UCSF, San Francisco, CA
Residency, Obstetrics & Gynecology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA
Fellowship, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, WA

Memberships: 
Society for Maternal Fetal Medicine
North American Fetal Therapy Network
International Fetal Medicine and Surgery Society

Date Joined UW Medicine: 2021