Discover comprehensive clinical training in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at Emory, including IVF, ART, surgery, and high-volume patient experience.
Clinical Training ExcellenceÂ
The REI fellowship at Emory University provides a broad, immersive clinical experience spanning the full spectrum of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility care. Fellows spend the first 14 months in intensive clinical training, gaining exposure to diverse patient populations and practice environments.
- Anovulation & PCOS management
- Ovarian stimulation and ovulation induction
- In-vitro fertilization treatment
- Endometriosis treatment
- LGBTQ+ fertility care
- Neuroendocrine disorders
- Oncofertility & fertility preservation
- Premature ovarian insufficiency
- Recurrent pregnancy loss
- Third-party reproduction management
- Male factor infertility
- Oocyte retrievals beginning first year
- Embryo transfers beginning first year
- Intrauterine inseminations
- Saline sonograms
- Manual vacuum aspirations
- Hysterosalpingograms
- Operative hysteroscopy, including myomectomies and intrauterine scar resection
- Management of congenital anomalies
- Operative laparoscopy for infertility
- Salpingectomies
- Cystectomies
- Endometriosis
- Myomectomy
Fellows are fully integrated into our high-volume IVF program with more than 1,000 cycles annually, performing oocyte retrievals and embryo transfers from the beginning of their fellowship. Training includes:
- Ovulation induction protocols and IVF cycle management
- Ultrasound-guided oocyte retrieval techniques
- Embryo transfer procedures
- Preimplantation genetic testing coordination
- Third-party reproduction (donor oocytes, sperm, embryos, gestational carriers)
Fellowship Training Timeline:
Fellows spend 90% of their first year at Emory Midtown Hospital, learning within a large, state-of-the-art outpatient clinic and IVF laboratory. Four satellite clinics expand our patient access, but are not primary fellowship training sites.
PGY5
Clinical Immersion
14 months of clinical training including outpatient REI clinics, ART procedures, and reproductive surgery. Weekly participation in IVF review, journal clubs, and didactic conferences.
PGY6
Research
Transition to protected research time for fellowship thesis (minimum 12 months) with option to extend to 18 months. Weekly didactics and supervision of junior fellows. Continuing education in biostatistics and advanced genetics through structured courses.
PGY7
Advanced Training & Leadership
Continued research with clinical electives in Urology, Pediatric Endocrinology, Medical Endocrinology, and Embryology, along with the optional addition of additional electives (e.g., genetics, LGBTQ+ care). Development of independent practice skills and teaching responsibilities.