Katherine Kropf

Dr. Katherine Kropf serves as Assistant Clinical Professor in Primary Care at Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine while directing rural health initiatives as Associate Director of the Office of Rural and Underserved Programs in Athens, Ohio. Her dual roles bridge clinical education with community healthcare access improvement.

Her academic foundation includes:

• Primary Care Faculty Development Fellowship, Michigan State University (2011)
• Family Medicine Residency, Sparrow Hospital/Michigan State University (2005)
• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine (2002)
• Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Women's Studies, Grinnell College (1996)

Dr. Kropf's clinical expertise spans critical areas of modern primary care:

• Lifestyle Medicine interventions for chronic disease management
• Comprehensive Transgender Medicine and Gender Affirming Care services
• Specialized Travel Medicine consultations
• Full-spectrum Sexual and Reproductive Health care

While specific student supervision details aren't provided, her administrative leadership in rural health programs indicates active involvement in developing clinical training pathways for underserved populations. Her work through the Office of Rural and Underserved Programs represents institutional commitment to addressing healthcare disparities in Appalachian Ohio.