Health Disparities Special Interest Group (HDSIG)
HDSIG’s Mission Statement:
The HDSIG was formed to address reproductive health needs of different racial and ethnic populations, and to reduce disparities in reproductive health and pregnancy outcomes in underrepresented populations.
2024-2025 Health Disparities Special Interest Group Leadership:
Chair: Dr. Michael Simoni
Chair Elect: Dr. Kamaria Cayton-Vaught
Vice Chair: Dr. Zachary Walker
Immediate Past Chair: Dr. Lisa Green
Past Chair: Dr. Digna Velez-Edwards
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ASRM Membership Dues
Discounted Membership
Individuals joining or renewing membership in ASRM that reside in low or low-middle income countries (as defined by the World Bank) now receive a discount on ASRM membership!
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ASRM Affiliated Societies
ASRM Affiiliated Societies are made up of professionals who have special training and expertise in specific areas of reproductive medicine.
ASRM Professional Groups
ASRM Professional Groups allow members to network and collaborate with other professionals who have an interest in the field of reproductive medicine.
ASRM Special Interest Groups
ASRM Special Interest Groups provide programming and leadership to physicians and health professionals who have a special interest in a particular area of reproductive medicine.
Membership Directory
ASRM Members can find contact information for other members by visiting ASRM Connect, the new community hub for ASRM membership.
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Topic Resources
Caring for Black Women Seeking Fertility Treatment: Challenges, Stigma, and Hope
As we celebrate Black History Month, we wanted to address unique challenges for our Black women experiencing infertility. Infertility is a deeply personal and often painful journey, affecting millions of people worldwide. However, we recognize Black women have unique challenges in their fertility journey—medical, societal, and cultural. Read more here
SIG Spotlight: HD SIG
The ASRM HDSIG was formed to address reproductive health needs of different racial and ethnic populations and to reduce disparities in reproductive health and pregnancy outcomes in underrepresented populations. Learn more about this special interest group!
ASRM Today: Industry Sponsored Episode: Importance of Equity in Fertility Care & FertilityEquity™ Module Launch
ASRM Today podcast discusses challenges in fertility care access for Black women, launching an e-learning module to address equity and support in reproductive healthcare. Listen to the Episode
ASRM Today: Equity, Access, and Innovation, Episode Nine: Reflections
Explore equity, access, and innovation in reproductive medicine through ASRM Today's journey this season, blending personal, political, and cultural insights. Listen to the Episode
Disparities in access to effective treatment for infertility in the United States: an Ethics Committee opinion (2021)
In the United States, economic, racial, ethnic, geographic, and other disparities prevent access to fertility treatment and affect treatment outcomes. View the Committee Opinion
