Debra M. Acerenza, DO, FACOG

Debra M. Acerenza, DO, FACOG

About Debra M. Acerenza, DO, FACOG

Adjunct Faculty

Debra M. Acerenza

Dr. Debra Acerenza obtained her BS degree in Biology at the University of South Florida in Tampa. She attended Nova Southeastern University, College of Osteopathic Medicine in Davie, Florida where she was a member of the Psi Sigma Alpha National Honor Society and was on the Chancellor’s and Dean’s List. She completed her residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Sinai Hospital in Baltimore, where she served as the 4th year Chief Resident.

She currently practices Gynecology with Capital Women’s Care in Frederick, Maryland after practicing both Obstetrics and Gynecology for the past 20 years. She also specializes in perimenopause and menopause management and treatment through Gennev, an online counseling service in over 7 different states.

Courses Teaching:

  • Clinical Skills Lab
  • Reproductive
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology Clerkship

Professional Affiliations and Awards:

  • 2004-present: Fellow, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • 2002-present: Member, American Medical Association
  • 2016-2018: Adjunct Faculty, West Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Student Mentor 
  • 2009-2011: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Chair, Frederick Health Hospital
  • 2007-2009/ 2021-2023: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Vice-Chair, Frederick Health Hospital
  • 2022-present: Certified Nutrition Coach, National Academy of Sports Medicine

Community Attributes:

  • Girls on the Run of Frederick and Washington Counties, previous Board Member
  • Women’s Giving Circle, Member
  • Good Samaritan, Frederick Health Hospital

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