ASRM 2023 Daily Digest: Monday, October 16
Daily Digest
A Look Back
ASRM 2023 President’s Gala
Thank you to all our President’s Gala attendees for making the event such a success! With your help we were able to raise over $550,000 to support the Research Insitute, funding continued growth and groundbreaking research. Gala guests enjoyed cocktails, a dinner, an auction, and dancing to the tunes of Dwayne Dopsie and the Zydeco Hellraisers!
Thank you to our sponsors:
Premier Sponsor: Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Champion Sponsor: Inception
Impact Sponsor: US Fertility
Partner Sponsors: Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children’s Hospital Pavilion for Women, Boston IVF, CCRM Fertility, ASRM Corporate Member Council, EMD Serono, Kindbody, Organon LLC, Tzedek Association, UCSF Center for Reproductive Health
Advocate Sponsors: First Fertility, Future Family, ReUnite Rx, University of Michigan
Ferring Announces $5 Million Gift to ASRM
At this morning’s Opening Ceremony, The American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) and Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Inc., announced a historic $5 million gift from Ferring to ASRM. This endowment, the largest in ASRM’s nearly 80-year history, will establish the “Ferring Endowment for the Education of Healthcare Professionals in Training,” ensuring ASRM’s continued legacy as the leading educator for professionals in the field.
ASRM will utilize this endowment to create, establish, and maintain innovative educational programs for healthcare professionals who are actively enrolled in training for the field of reproductive endocrinology and infertility.
Looking Ahead
GIVING DAY
Join us for Giving Day! Our goal is to reach 200 donations this year, and your contribution will directly support ASRM’s advocacy efforts through the Advocacy in Action fund. Make a meaningful donation to help drive positive change in reproductive medicine. Your support matters!
ADVOCACY DAY
Exciting news! Unleash your inner activist by exploring our four pop-up Advocacy stations on Tuesday, October 17! Don’t forget to collect codes from each station to participate in the Congress Passport game.
CARLOS SIMÓN SYMPOSIUM
Celebrate groundbreaking research conducted by ASRM Research awardees and ASRM Research Institute Discovery & Innovation grantees. Join us at 12:20 PM for this special event, where we will shine a spotlight on the ASRM 2022 Distinguished Researcher and Young Investigator awardees, Dr. Kyle Orwig and Dr. Audrey Gaskins. It’s also an opportunity to honor Dr. Simón for his generous support of ASRM and his dedication to reproductive medicine. Be among the first 150 session attendees to enjoy a provided lunch as we recognize these remarkable individuals and their contributions to our field.
PODCAST BOOTH
If you’re a fan of ASRM’s podcasts, don’t miss the chance to witness the magic behind the mic! Join us at the Great Hall Pre-Function Area where hosts from ASRM Today, Fertility and Sterility On Air, and SART Fertility Experts will be conducting live interviews during the meeting. Check out the schedule at the podcast booth and be part of the recording action!
SOCIETY SOCIAL HOUR
Against the backdrop of New Orleans’ vibrant energy, attendees clinked glasses, snacked on appetizers, and engaged with leaders from ASRM’s member groups and the Fertility and Sterility team. This event was a hub of connection, where new relationships sparked and existing networks expanded. The best part? It was free and open to all attendees, providing a golden opportunity to deepen engagement within ASRM. Our heartfelt appreciation goes to Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Inc., for making this one-of-a-kind gathering possible, leaving an indelible mark on our ASRM experience.
Meet our meeting exclusive Chloe the Cuterus Plushie!
Chloe is not just cute; she’s the plushie perfect for reproductive medicine aficionados! Soft and adorable, she’s ready to be your cuddly companion while you navigate the world of fertility and reproduction. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity–for exclusive reproductive medicine-themed items, visit our Pop-Up Shop at ASRM 2023 Scientific Congress & Expo.
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Tuesday Daily Schedule
7:00 AM – 7:45 AM ASRM/SSR Scientist and Physicians Advancing Reproductive Knowledge (SPARK) Program Breakfast8:00 AM – 8:45 AM Plenary8:45 AM – 10:00 AM Plenary10:00 AM – 10:45 AM Break10:45 AM – 11:45 AM Clinical Sessions 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM Interactive Sessions 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM Symposia 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM Abstract Sessions 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM ASRMed Talks 11:45 AM – 12:15 PM Abstract Sessions 12:20 PM – 1:20 PM Lunch Break 12:20 PM – 1:20 PM Industry Sponsored Lunch (NON CME) |
12:20 PM – 1:20 PM Roundtables RTT01-24
12:20 PM – 1:20 PM Carlos Simón Research Symposium 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM Interactive Sessions 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM Symposia 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM Abstract Sessions 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM Resident Learning KEEPR 2:45 PM – 3:30 PM Break 2:45 PM – 4:00 PM Resident Learning KEEPR 3:15 PM – 3:30 PM ASRMed Talks 3:30 PM – 4:15 PM Plenaries 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM Interactive Sessions 3:30 PM – 4:45 PM Abstract Sessions 3:30 PM – 4:45 PM Symposia |