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SART Fertility Experts - Advocacy and Public Policy
02/11/2025
SART Fertility Experts - Advocacy and Public Policy
This episode of SART Fertility Experts delves into the impact of the Dobbs decision on reproductive health, particularly IVF, and the broader legislative threats to assisted reproductive technologies (ART). Dr. Timothy Hickman, speaking with Sean Tipton, the ASRM Chief Advocacy and Policy Officer and Policy Officer, and Jessie Losch, ASRM Director of Government Affairs, discusses the legal and ethical implications of personhood laws, public support for IVF, and challenges faced by both patients and healthcare providers. They emphasize the importance of advocacy, bipartisan cooperation, and voter engagement in influencing policy. Practical advice is offered for professionals and patients to collaborate in raising awareness and protecting access to reproductive care. The episode underscores the critical role of public involvement in shaping the future of ART. Find the #StartwithSART Fertility Experts series wherever you get your podcasts. Looking for advice on building a family? Ask the experts and #StartwithSART. For more information about the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology, visit our website at Have a topic you'd like to hear?
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