Academic pursuits in board-certified reproductive endocrinologists

Area of Science:

• Reproductive Medicine
• Infertility Research
• Medical Education

Background:

• Reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI) physicians are key contributors to medical advancements.
• Assessing their research interests and academic output is crucial for understanding the field's progress.

Purpose of the Study:

• To determine the research interests of REI physicians.
• To evaluate the academic productivity of REI physicians through publication metrics.

Main Methods:

• A questionnaire was distributed to Society for REI (SREI) members.
• Peer-reviewed publications were quantified using PubMed searches.
• Data collected included current research, funding, and publication history over the past 3 and 10 years.

Main Results:

• Most REI physicians conduct clinical research, with significant interest in infertility outcomes, implantation, and genetics.
• One-third have current research funding, and many have secured grants or led studies.
• SREI members published over 3,400 articles in the last 3 years and more than 24,000 in total.

Conclusions:

• REI physicians demonstrate substantial academic productivity, publishing approximately 1,000 articles annually over the past decade.
• Research conducted is often linked to fellowship training, highlighting the importance of research education.
• Findings affirm the value of research training and support for SREI-funded research initiatives.