Biography

Dr. Vivek Katukuri is an Assistant Professor in Maternal-Fetal Medicine at the University of New Mexico, where he also serves as the Program Director for the Maternal-Fetal Medicine Fellowship. He is board certified in both Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Obstetrics and Gynecology, with a fellowship completed at the University of New Mexico and a residency at Henry Ford Hospital.
Dr. Katukuri's clinical and research interests focus on telemedicine, preterm birth, biomarkers in preeclampsia, and fetal growth standards. He has contributed to numerous publications and clinical trials and is currently leading a significant PCORI-funded study on gestational diabetes. He holds several leadership roles within the University of New Mexico, including Medical Director of the Multidisciplinary Clinic in Gallup, NM, and Director of the Department's Morbidity and Mortality Review.
He is recognized for his teaching excellence, having received multiple Best Teacher Awards at the University of New Mexico and national honors, including the APGO/CREOG Overall Best Teacher Award. Dr. Katukuri's commitment to advancing maternal and fetal health is evident in his extensive research, clinical leadership, and participation in various professional committees and conferences.

Education

Fellowship in Maternal Fetal Medicine, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM (07/2016 - 06/2019)
Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, MI (07/2012 - 06/2016)
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S), Kakatiya Medical College, N.T.R. University of Health Sciences, Warangal, India (11/2002 - 05/2007)

Certifications

Board Certified in Maternal Fetal Medicine
Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Achievements & Awards

The Hippocrates Award, Henry Ford Medical Association
Best Teacher Award, University of New Mexico (2018, 2019, 2020)
The Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics (APGO)/ The Council on Resident Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology (CREOG) Overall Best Teacher Award, University of New Mexico (2020)
Outstanding Teacher of the Year Nomination, University of New Mexico (2023 - 2024) Multiple iTeach Awards presented by LEO

Gender

Male

Languages

  • English
  • Telugu
  • Hindi

Research and Scholarship


Increasing the availability of O-negative blood: A novel approach in preventing RhD alloimmunization
V. Katukuri, C. Chao, J.M. Perez Yordan, T. Quiner, J. Griggs
American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology 2020; 222 1 S637-S638

Should we care about fetal growth percentiles at 18-22 weeks?N. R. Blue, M. E. Beddow, M. Savabi, V. R. Katukuri, C. M. Fritts, L. A. Izquierdo and C.
R. Chao
American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology 2018; 218 1 S307-S308; 0002-9378

A Comparison of Methods for the Diagnosis of Fetal Growth Restriction Between the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and the American College of Obstetricians and GynecologistsN. R. Blue, M. E. Beddow, M. Savabi, V. R. Katukuri, E. L. Mozurkewich and C. R. Chao Obstetrics & Gynecology 2018; 131 5 835-841; 0029-7844

Are appropriately sized fetuses who “fall off the curve” at increased risk for small- for-gestational age at birth?N. R. Blue, M. Savabi, M. E. Beddow, V. R. Katukuri, C. M. Fritts, L. A. Izquierdo and C.
R. Chao
American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology 2018; 218 1 S306-S307; 0002-9378


What Happens after a Failed External Cephalic Version?V. R. Katukuri, S. Andrews, L. Leeman and N. Yonke Obstetrics & Gynecology 2018; 131-107S; 0029-7844