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Disaster preparedness in assisted reproductive technology.

Kara N Goldman¹, Caroline McCaffrey², Joan Riley¹

¹Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois.

Fertility and Sterility

|July 25, 2022

Summary

Reproductive medicine centers must create disaster plans due to increasing climate change events. A case study of Hurricane Sandy highlights the need for improved emergency preparedness and mitigation strategies in healthcare facilities.

Keywords:

Disaster preparedness climate change hurricanes reproductive medicine centers

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Area of Science:

Reproductive Medicine
Disaster Preparedness
Climate Change Adaptation

Background:

Reproductive medicine centers face significant risks from disasters affecting energy, transport, and supply chains.
Climate change is increasing the frequency and intensity of disruptive events.
The American Society for Reproductive Medicine mandates emergency preparedness plans for all centers.

Purpose of the Study:

To analyze the impact of a specific disaster (Hurricane Sandy) on a reproductive medicine center.
To propose actionable recommendations for enhancing emergency preparedness and mitigation in reproductive healthcare.

Main Methods:

Case study analysis of a New York City reproductive medicine center during Hurricane Sandy.
Review of operational disruptions and patient care impacts.
Development of recommendations based on observed challenges.

Main Results:

Hurricane Sandy caused significant disruptions to energy, logistics, and infrastructure at the reproductive medicine center.
Patient care was directly impacted, necessitating adaptive strategies.
The event underscored vulnerabilities in existing emergency protocols.

Conclusions:

Reproductive medicine centers require robust, tailored emergency preparedness plans.
Proactive mitigation strategies are essential to ensure continuity of care during climate-related disasters.
Continuous evaluation and updating of preparedness plans are crucial for resilience.