Katja Kero
/KAH-tyah KEH-roh/
MD, PhD, Adjunct Professor,
Specialist in Gynecology and Obstetrics,
Psychotherapist, Sexual therapist,
Private Practitioner
About Me
I am currently the physician in charge at the Sexual Health Clinic and the Seri Support Centre, which is a care center for victims of sexual assault, both operating under Turku University Hospital, Finland. I also work as a private practitioner in obstetrics and gynecology, as well as a psychotherapist and sexual therapist. In addition to clinical work, I am actively involved in scientific research and supervise PhD and licentiate theses.
My Research
My work spans the interconnected fields of sexual health, gynecology, and psychotherapy, with a focus on bridging clinical practice, education, and public health. My research includes investigating the dynamics of human papillomavirus (HPV) infections, their persistence, transmission, and impact on both men's and women's health. I also explore topics like the role of microbiota in gynecological health and the integration of sexual health into specialized care.
Supervising theses, publishing in international journals, and shaping health policies are integral to advancing knowledge and improving outcomes in these critical areas.
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Featured Publications
Recent Publications in International Peer-Reviewed Journals
(2026).
"And then I got strangled": Dangerous trends of sexual choking among young people.
Acta Obstetricia Et Gynecologica Scandinavica.
(2026).
Is addressing patients' sexual problems inconvenient? A study on barriers to physicians' self-reported competence.
The Journal of Sexual Medicine.
(2026).
Changes in female sexual function during the retirement transition.
Menopause.
(2025).
Sexual assault referral centers for survivors of rape in Finland - A review of their development and support for survivors.
Maturitas.
(2025).
Addressing Sexual Problems - General Practitioners' Practice Patterns.
Maturitas.
Recent & Upcoming Talks