

Dr. Christine Vaccaro
Urogynecologist
1 Podcast on BackTable
Dr. Christine Vaccaro is a double board-certified urogynecologist and sexual medicine specialist practicing in Bethesda, Maryland.
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Episode # 131 • 25 Aug 2026
Cliteracy for Clinicians: A Clinical Guide to Sexual Health & Clitoral Anatomy
Are we addressing sexual health in clinical practice? On this episode of BackTable Women’s Health, host Dr. Nicole Faulkner is joined by Dr. Christine Vaccaro, a double board-certified urogynecologist and sexual medicine specialist, to discuss the evaluation and care of women’s sexual health concerns. They highlight the importance of open conversations, patient empowerment, and a multidisciplinary approach to support well-being and improve quality of life.
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About
Dr. Christine Vaccaro is a double board-certified and fellowship trained urogynecologist & reconstructive pelvic surgeon with advanced training in sexual medicine. She is an expert in treating urogynecological conditions and has conducted research on interstitial cystitis (IC), pelvic floor disorders, and clitoral anatomy. Dr. Vaccaro is an active member of both the American Urogynecologic Society (AUGS) and the Society of Gynecologic Surgeons (SGS), where she contributes to multiple committees focused on advancing education and research.
Dr. Vaccaro has been practicing medicine for over 20 years in the military and joined the practice in 2024. She is currently accepting new female patients in our East Coast office.
Dr. Vaccaro graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1999, with a major in Chemistry/Life Sciences, Nuclear Engineering Track. She received her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree in 2003 from the University of North Texas Health Science Center. She completed her OB/GYN residency training in 2007 at Madigan Army Medical Center, Tacoma, WA and her Urogynecology fellowship training in 2011 at Good Samaritan Hospital, Cincinnati, OH.
Dr. Vaccaro retired from the U.S. Army with the rank of Colonel, after serving as Fellowship Program Director and Service Chief of Urogynecology & Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
Dr. Vaccaro is passionate about women’s pelvic health and sexuality, recognizing their central role in the clinical and surgical management of vaginal support treatments and in overall quality of life. She is known for her brilliance, compassion, and dedication, taking the time to work closely with each patient to develop the most effective care plan.
Outside of her clinic hours, Dr. Vaccaro dedicates her time to educating women and clinicians through national and international conferences, as well as by creating educational content for organizations such as ISSWSH, AUGS, and ACOG. She is deeply committed to empowering women and military veterans to navigate pelvic health conditions that affect their quality of life.
Dr. Vaccaro has two children in middle and high school, whose many sporting activities keep the family busy. In her free time, she enjoys walking her labradoodle or unwinding with a hot yoga session.
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