Kara Lynnette Malone

Kara Lynnette Malone, MD, MPH is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas, with a focus in the Division of Obstetric Hospitalists. Her clinical and academic work centers on improving reproductive health outcomes for vulnerable populations.

Education:

• BA, University of Virginia, Charlottesville
• MD, Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois
• MPH, The Ohio State University College of Public Health, Columbus, Ohio

Dr. Malone’s research and professional interests emphasize adolescent pregnancy, reproductive justice, gender and sexual minorities, and health disparities. Her work integrates clinical obstetrics with public health approaches to address systemic inequities in women's healthcare access and delivery. She has contributed to scholarship in sexual health education and reproductive autonomy, particularly among adolescents.

Her publications reflect a multidisciplinary focus spanning obstetrics, gynecologic oncology, adolescent health, and epigenetic cancer detection. Key themes include postpartum contraception, breastfeeding behaviors in teens, and molecular methods for early breast cancer detection. These works demonstrate a commitment to both clinical innovation and health equity.

Professional Memberships:

• American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
• SOGH (Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Houston), member since 04/2023

Dr. Malone has expertise in quality improvement initiatives within obstetric care. While no formal advising or grant activity is detailed in the source text, her involvement in research and publication suggests active engagement in academic medicine. She contributes to advancing curricula on inclusive sexual health and improving prenatal services tailored to adolescent patients.