ASRM’s Center for Policy and Leadership Announces Selections for the 2024 Cohort of the PRIMED Scholars Advocacy Program
February 1, 2024
For immediate release
Washington, DC – The American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) Center for Policy and Leadership today announced the members of the 2024 cohort of the PRIMED Scholars program.
ASRM CPL PRIMED Scholars advocacy program:
Designed for ASRM members passionate about making a real impact, PRIMED offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to become trailblazers in reproductive medicine advocacy. Participants will gain comprehensive, skill-based training through a hybrid of in-person and online modules spanning approximately ten weeks. From the fundamental aspects of policymaking to mastering message crafting and media relations, PRIMED will equip participants with the tools to become influential voices, shaping the future of reproductive medicine.ASRM extends gratitude to the members of the PRIMED Advisory Committee: Ruben Alvero, MD, Paula Amato, MD, Alicia Christy, MD, Sangita Jindal, MD, Ginny Ryan, MD, and Michael Thomas, MD.
The members of the 2024 PRIMED Scholars Cohort are:
- Morgan Baker, RN, Pleasant Grove, UT
- Valerie Lynn Baker, MD, Lutherville Timonium, MD
- Julie Bindeman, Psy-D., Rockville, MD
- Inger Britt Carlsson, PhD., Orange, CA
- Tyler Cozzubbo, MPH, Lancaster, PA
- Olumayowa Dayo, MD, San Diego, CA
- Elizabeth Lee, RN, Gilbert, AZ
- Ann Marie Luft, RN, Lake Mary, FL
- Aileen Portugal, MD, St. Louis, MO
- Alisha Tolani, MD, San Francisco, CA
- Nicole Ulrich, MD, New Orleans, LA
- Rachel Whynott, MD, Seattle, WA
For almost a century, the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) has been the global leader in multidisciplinary reproductive medicine research, ethical practice, and education. ASRM impacts reproductive care and science worldwide by creating funding opportunities for advancing reproduction research and discovery, by providing evidence-based education and public health information, and by advocating for reproductive health care professionals and the patients they serve. With members in more than 100 countries, the Society is headquartered in Washington, DC, with additional operations in Birmingham, AL. www.asrm.org
For media inquiries regarding this press release contact:
Sean Tipton
ASRM Chief Advocacy and Policy Officer
E: stipton@asrm.org
Anna Hovey
Advocacy Engagement Specialist
E: ahovey@asrm.org
J. Benjamin Younger Office of Public Affairs
726 7th St. SE
Washington, DC 20003
Tel: (202) 863-2494
Press Releases
Check out these press releases as well
ASRM Files Amicus Brief in Texas Embryo Case
ASRM has filed an amicus curiae (friend of the court) brief in the case of Antoun v Antoun, which is pending before the Texas Supreme Court.
Survey shows strong support for increased access to fertility treatments
A new public opinion poll reveals strong support for improved access to In Vitro Fertilization (IVF).
National Infertility Awareness Week 2024: Leave Your Mark
Next week is National Infertility Awareness Week, a federally recognized health observance founded to increase awareness of infertility.
IVF-assisted pregnancies constitute 2.5% of all births in 2022
In 2022, the number of babies born from IVF increased from 89,208 in 2021 to 91,771 in 2022. This means that 2.5% of births in the US are a result of ART.
The News from ASRM
Latest News
An indispensable news digest for reproductive scientists, clinicians and allied health professionals. The Latest News posts are available to ASRM members in good standing only.
ASRM Press Releases/Bulletins
ASRM Press Releases and Bulletins are published by ASRM's Office of Public Affairs to inform the press and Society members of important recent developments.
Legally Speaking Column
Legally Speaking is a column highlighting recent court decisions affecting the assisted reproductive technologies and the families they create, written by Susan L. Crockin, J.D. and guest authors who offer unique perspectives and expertise on significant legal topics.
Topic Resources
2024 Advocacy Activities Report
View the letters, amicus briefs, and sign-ons that ASRM has submitted to protect reproductive care. View the activities
Advocacy in Action: April 2024
A summary of federal and state legislation, and highlighting advocacy and outreach efforts of our members. Read about Advocacy in Action
Get to Know the Members of the 2024 PRIMED Scholars Cohort
Designed for ASRM members passionate about making a real impact, PRIMED offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to become trailblazers. Learn more about the 2024 PRIMED Scholars Cohort
Leave Your Mark! NIAW April 21-27
National Infertility Awareness Week Action Round-Up Click here to leave your mark during NIAW2024
ASRM Today: ASRM Policy Matters: Post-Alabama IVF decision advocacy roundup with Jessie Losch
Jessie Losch, ASRM Government Affairs Manager, updates ASRM Today on the advocacy efforts underway post the Alabama Supreme Court decision. Listen to the Episode
Aileen Portugal, MD, St. Louis, MO
Meet Aileen Portugal, MD, graduated from the University of California San Diego with a degree in biochemistry and worked as a researcher for several years. Learn more about Aileen Portugal, MD
Nicole Ulrich, MD, New Orleans, LA
Meet Nicole Ulrich, MD, who attended Tulane University and then trained in Obstetrics/Gynecology at the Ochsner Clinic Foundation. Learn more about Nicole Ulrich, MD
INTRODUCING THE 2024 PRIMED SCHOLARS COHORT
Meet Rachel Whynott, MD, FACOG, a double board-certified reproductive endocrinology and infertility subspecialist. Learn more about Rachel Whynott, MD
A Message from the Office of Public Affairs
ASRM is already pushing for legislation in Congress and the states to protect IVF. It requires resources to analyze and advocate for or against these bills. Help ASRM Protect IVF
ASRM Files Request for Rehearing with Alabama Supreme Court
On Friday, March 1, the appellees in this case filed a request for rehearing with the Alabama Supreme Court. Read about the Amicus Brief
Update on ASRM's Efforts to Protect IVF
As the situation in Alabama following LePage v Mobile Infirmary, Inc. continues to quickly evolve, we want to ensure you stay apprised of ASRM’s efforts. Read about Advocacy in Action
Advocacy in Action: February 2024
A summary of federal and state legislation, and highlighting advocacy and outreach efforts of our members. Read about Advocacy in Action
Advocacy in Action: January 2024
A summary of federal and state legislation, and highlighting advocacy and outreach efforts of our members. Read about Advocacy in Action
ASRM Today: Policy Matters: Policy Roundup
On this episode of Policy Matters the ASRM Government Affairs Office brings us up to date on the past year of policy news and advocacy. Listen to the Episode
Advocacy in Action: December 2023
A summary of federal and state legislation, and highlighting advocacy and outreach efforts of our members. Read about Advocacy in Action
2023 Advocacy Activities Report
View the letters, amicus briefs, and sign-ons that ASRM has submitted to protect reproductive care. View the activities
What support for IVF looks like
Bipartisan support for IVF, that is responsible for the birth of over 2% of all babies born in the USA each year, will ensure that families continue to grow. View the advocacy resource
It takes more than one
Why IVF patients often need multiple embryos to have a baby View the advocacy resource
Advocacy Resources
ASRM has prepared resources to help explain and advocate for reproductive rights and the continuation of in vitro fertilization and other fertility treatments. View the advocacy resources
