Racial Disparities in Reproductive Medicine

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Tia Jackson-Bey about Racial Disparities in Reproductive Medicine. Dr. Jackson-Bey is a Reproductive Endocrinologist with RMA of NY. She speaks frequently on reproductive justice and increasing access to fertility care and she is a member of the Americian Society for Reproductive Medicine Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Taskforce.

In this episode, we cover:

What biological reproductive health conditions that can impact their fertility are Black women more prone to.
- Tubal or uterine abnormalities
- PCOS
- Fibroids
Racial Disparities in Infertility Treatment
- African American women are more likely than white women to experience infertility and wait longer to seek care.
- Women of color are less likely to access fertility treatment.
Racial Disparities in Other Reproductive Health Issues
- Contraceptive use
- Pap tests
- Mammograms
- Maternal mortality
- Preterm birth
- Low birth weight
- Uptake of human papillomavirus vaccination
What are some of the social and structural challenges that contribute to these racial and ethnic disparities?
What can infertility nurses do to reduce racial disparities in reproductive health care?