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Equity education built for clinical experts

FertilityEquity™ is created by Morehouse School of Medicine, with support from Ferring Pharmaceuticals and powered by EngagedMD

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Where we see inequity

Despite having higher rates of infertility than White women, Black women are less likely to seek treatment and those who do may wait twice as long to find care.

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Black women are 2x more likely to face infertility than white women

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Black and Hispanic women are 6x more likely to have difficulty finding a physician with whom they feel comfortable

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Black and Hispanic women are 7x more likely to have difficulty getting an appointment

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Black and Hispanic women spend 1.5 years longer attempting to conceive

References:

Chandra A, Copen CE, Stephen EH. Infertility and impaired fecundity in the United States, 1982-2010: data from the National Survey of Family Growth. Natl Health Stat Report. 2013;67:1-18, 1 p following 19.

Missmer S, Seifer D, Jain T. Cultural factors contributing to health care disparities among patients with infertility in Midwestern United States. Fertil Steril. 2011;95(6):1943-1949. doi:10.1016/j.fertnstert.2011.02.039.

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Why it matters

By embracing FertilityEquity™, your clinic can make a meaningful impact. The training not only helps you address the unique challenges faced by Black patients but also improves overall patient care and satisfaction. It positions your clinic as a leader in equity and inclusion, showcasing your commitment to high-quality, accessible care. This initiative reinforces your clinic’s dedication to inclusivity, fostering a positive impact on patient experiences and community well-being.

“As healthcare professionals and fertility clinic staff, we have a responsibility to ensure the care that we’re providing to our patients is equitable and inclusive. Through practical tips, educational content and real patient stories, the FertilityEquity™ e-learning modules allows us to gain a better understanding about what it means to deliver equitable care to our Black female patients. I highly recommend completing the course and building your skill set in this critical area of patient care.”
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Michael A. Thomas MD
Professor and Chair
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
 
Immediate Past President
American Society for Reproductive Medicine

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How we built the solution

This no-cost eLearning series is designed to help clinics and staff tackle these disparities through practical education and actionable insights.

26 Engaging Video Lessons

A total of 60 minutes of essential content

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Real Patient Stories

Understanding the personal experiences behind the data

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Practical Tips

Strategies to enhance access and outcomes for Black fertility patients

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Sign up

Sign up for FertilityEquity™ today and embark on your journey to transform your approach to fertility care. Complete the modules and earn a Certificate of Completion, demonstrating your commitment to making a meaningful difference and being part of the solution.

 

Once you complete the form, you will receive an email with information on how to get started within the next 2 business days.

   
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Meet the Contributors

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Lasha Clarke, MPH, PhD
Research Director, Center for Maternal Health Equity

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Industry leaders collaborated with us to develop and review this content, ensuring it tells the stories from various perspectives. Their expertise helped shape a training program that truly addresses the diverse needs and experiences in fertility care.

Samantha Butts, MD

Pennsylvania State University

Janet Choi, MD

Progyny

Eve Feinberg, MD

Northwestern University

Benjamin S. Harris

Natalie Hernandez, MPH, PhD

Morehouse School of Medicine

Tia Jackson-Bey, MD

Reproductive Medicine Associates of New York

Roohi Jeelani

Jerrine Morris, MD

Shady Grove Fertility

Maria Patch, MSN, RN

Colorado Center for Reproductive Medicine

Gloria Richard-Davis, MD

Morehouse School of Medicine

Kim Thornton, MD

Boston IVF

Monika Veleva, Esq

Inception Fertility
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The information provided herein is intended to assist the clinician in providing patient care based on best practices for Reproductive medicine management. The content of this presentation is not intended as medical advice and does not represent an exhaustive review of the subject matter. This presentation should be used as a guideline and all recommendations must be considered in view of the patient’s medical condition and the latest package insert information. Ferring has used reasonable efforts to include up-to-date and accurate information in this material, but makes no representations, warranties, or assurances as to the accuracy, currency or completeness of the information provided.
The content presented in this activity is intended for educational purposes only and should not replace the independent clinical judgment of healthcare providers in diagnosing and treating individual patient conditions.