ASRM Today: Industry Sponsored Episode: Importance of Equity in Fertility Care & FertilityEquity™ Module Launch

11/14/24 • 13 min

In this episode of ASRM Today, host Jeffrey Hayes discusses inequities in fertility care, particularly for Black women, with guests Lasha Clarke, Gloria Richard-Davis, and Michael Thomas. They explore barriers faced by Black women, including provider bias and delayed referrals, and introduce a new e-learning module aimed at supporting equitable fertility care. The conversation highlights the need for culturally responsive care and comprehensive reproductive health education. The project is supported by ASRM, Ferring, and Engaged MD.

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More on these topics is at Fertility Equity

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