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Paul MacKoul, MD, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Rockville, MD

PaulJ.MacKoulMD

Obstetrics & Gynecology Rockville, MD

General Gynecology, Gynecologic Oncology

Minimally Invasive GYN Surgeon

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  • Office

    3206 Tower Oaks Boulevard, Suite 200
    Rockville, MD 20852
    Phone+1 888-787-4379

Summary

  • Dr. Paul MacKoul, MD is an advanced board certified laparoscopic GYN surgeon, co-founder of The Center for Innovative GYN Care. He is also Director of Gynecologic Laparoscopy at Holy Cross Hospital, former Director of GYN Oncology at George Washington University Hospital and Washington Hospital Center as well as former faculty at George Washington University Hospital. Dr. Paul MacKoul MD completed his fellowship in gynecologic oncology at the University of North Carolina, and his residency in OB/GYN at the University of Maryland. He graduated from Medical School at Tufts University after completing a Master’s degree at Vincent T. Lombardi Cancer Center at Georgetown University.

    Paul MacKoul is a specialist in the treatment of gynecological cancers as well as benign conditions such as fibroids, ovarian masses and endometriosis. Dr. MacKoul and Dr. Danilyants at CIGC developed innovative surgical techniques such as LAAM for minimally invasive myomectomy and DualPortGYN for minimally invasive hysterectomy and resection of endometriosis. Women recover in less than 2 weeks after LAAM surgery and in 1 week after DualPortGYN procedures, with less complications and pain.

    As a leader in the field of laparoscopy, Dr. MacKoul has presented at major national meetings and has been published in world-renowned medical journals. He is frequently sought as a medical expert on techniques for minimally invasive removal of non-cancerous, pre-cancerous, and cancerous tumors. He was named a Center of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology Designated Surgeon in 2012. He has been named a Top Doctor multiple times by the Washingtonian Magazine as well as Northern Virginia Magazine.

    Women travel from across the country and around the world for CIGC’s exclusive GYN procedures. You can learn about our travel program on our website at innovativegyn.com. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Paul J. MacKoul, call 888-SURGERY or contact CIGC online.

Education & Training

  • University of North Carolina Hospitals
    University of North Carolina HospitalsFellowship, Hematology and Medical Oncology, 1993 - 1995
  • University of Maryland
    University of MarylandResidency, Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1989 - 1993
  • Tufts University School of Medicine
    Tufts University School of MedicineClass of 1989

Certifications & Licensure

  • MD State Medical License
    MD State Medical License 1995 - 2025
  • NJ State Medical License
    NJ State Medical License 2017 - 2025
  • NY State Medical License
    NY State Medical License 2017 - 2024
  • VA State Medical License
    VA State Medical License 1995 - 2021
  • DC State Medical License
    DC State Medical License 1995 - 2014
  • NC State Medical License
    NC State Medical License 1993 - 1998

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • COEMIG Designation
  • Center of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology Designated Surgeon
  • Patients' Choice Award
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Abstracts/Posters

  • Exploring the Patient Decision-Making Process in Choosing Open Hysterectomy
    R. Baxi, MD, P. MacKoul, MD, N. Danilyants, MD, L. van der Does, PhD, N. Kazi, ACOG
  • Validation Of LAAM: A Hybrid Technique For Minimally Invasive Myomectomy
    R. Baxi, MD, P. MacKoul, MD, N. Danilyants, MD, L. van der Does, PhD, N. Kazi, SGS

Press Mentions

  • Dr. Salome Masghati Joins the Center for Innovative GYN Care Medical Staff
    Dr. Salome Masghati Joins the Center for Innovative GYN Care Medical StaffOctober 18th, 2021
  • Outpatient Surgery Center Accreditation and License Suspension by Dr. Paul McCool
    Outpatient Surgery Center Accreditation and License Suspension by Dr. Paul McCoolJuly 17th, 2021
  • Better Health and Wellness: Faced with Preventable Pain or “Barbaric” Surgery, Kansas Woman Picks Less Common Route
    Better Health and Wellness: Faced with Preventable Pain or “Barbaric” Surgery, Kansas Woman Picks Less Common RouteJune 28th, 2021
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