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American Society for Reproductive Medicine (formerly the American Fertility Society)
Address:
1209 Montgomery Highway
Birmingham, AL 35216-2809
Phone:
1-205-978-5000
Internet Address:
http://www.asrm.com
Description of Services Provided:
This organization provides a wide variety of useful information related to fertility, including publications for both professionals and consumers.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Reproductive Health Information Source
Address:
Division of Reproductive Health
National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
4770 Buford Highway, NE
Atlanta, GA 30341-3717
Phone:
770-488-5200
Internet Address:
http://www.cdc.gov/reproductivehealth/index.htm
Description of Services Provided:
The CDC publishes the annual
Assisted Reproductive Technology Success Rates
(one of its Assisted Reproductive Technology reports series), which gives success rates for individual fertility clinics—both by name and by geographic location.
The Endometriosis Association (EA)
Address:
8585 N. 76th Place
Milwaukee, WI 53223
Phone:
1-800-992-3636
1-414-355-2200
Internet Address:
http://www.endometriosisassn.org
Description of Services Provided:
The Endometriosis Association (EA) is a nonprofit, self-help organization dedicated to providing information and support to women and girls with endometriosis. Their website provides easy-to-read general information, as well as brochures and research news. You can also find support groups here.
Endometriosis Research Center (ERC)
Address:
630 Ibis Drive
Delray Beach, FL 33444
Phone:
1-800-239-7280
Internet Address:
http://www.endocenter.org
Description of Services Provided:
At the ERC's website, you can read up on the latest research and advocacy efforts. You can even find out how to join a clinical trial. This is also a good place to go if you are looking for a physician or a support group.
Last reviewed November 2008 by Jeff Andrews, MD, FRCSC, FACOG
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
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