About the Founder and Physician
Dr. Angela Koenig, MD, MPH
I grew up in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont and studied Biology at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, initially with hopes of becoming a scientist.
I found my way to medicine through healthcare consulting in Chicago, where working at the intersection of women’s health and healthcare delivery changed the course of everything. I later completed my MD and Master of Public Health at Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston.
I trained in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, where I cared for women in a dedicated menopause clinic and developed a structured approach to chronic pelvic pain through a self-guided quality improvement project.
After a few years in practice in Philadelphia, I returned to northern New England, where I now practice and live with my family.
More about Dr. Koenig
Certification and Fellowship
Board-certified gynecologist and regional pelvic health specialist
Education
Undergraduate, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD
Medical School and Masters of Public Health, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA
Residency, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Expertise
Gynecology with a focus on chronic pelvic pain, sexual function concerns, perimenopause and menopause, midlife health, and vulvar skin disorders.
My Story
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My Story ·
The Story behind Althea GYN
My interest in women’s health began before medical school. Through my work in healthcare consulting and later my training in public health, I became increasingly aware of the inequities within reproductive and women’s healthcare.
In medical school, I was fascinated by reproductive anatomy and the conditions that affect the female body. A joint Masters Degree in Public Health showed me the importance of community education. During residency, I saw how often women with chronic pelvic pain and other complex concerns received fragmented care or struggled to find clear answers.
Those experiences shaped the kind of physician I wanted to become. I am especially drawn to caring for patients who have fallen through the cracks, have seen multiple providers, or are still trying to understand what is causing their symptoms.
The name Althea comes from a Greek word meaning “to heal.” I wanted that idea to reflect both the care and the environment of the practice. Althea was created to feel welcoming and restful, giving patients a place to slow down, focus on their health, and leave with a plan they understand.
I also value knowing my patients beyond their immediate medical concerns. I want to understand what is happening in their lives, what matters to them, and what feels realistic when we are making decisions about care. When another specialist is needed, I am comfortable reaching out, referring, and continuing to help keep the larger plan moving forward.
Health, Healing and Community
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