The Endometriosis Foundation of America strives to increase disease recognition, provide advocacy, facilitate expert surgical training, and fund landmark endometriosis research. Engaged in a robust campaign to inform both the medical community and the public, the EndoFound places particular emphasis on the critical importance of early diagnosis and effective intervention while simultaneously providing education to the next generation of medical professionals and their patients.
Scientific Advisory Board Dan Martin, MD, Chair Ayse Ayhan, MD, PhD Piraye Yurttas Beim, PhD Serdar Bulun, MD Katie Burns, PhD Noemie Elhadad, PhD Asgi Fazleabas, PhD Caroline Gargett, PhD Victor Gomel, MD Peter Gregersen, MD Linda Griffith,…
In part one of my endo story, I was six surgeries in and finally making peace with having endometriosis. I wanted to raise awareness by telling my story to help others with the same condition. After my sixth surgery, I thought things would…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Groundbreaking Program Aims to Eradicate the Silence and Stigma Around Menstrual Health, Empowering the Next Generation to Take Charge of Their Well-being NEW YORK (November 16, 2023) – The Endometriosis…
Meet Maya, the main character of the ENPOWR™ Project. Maya's story was co-developed with endometriosis patients, healthcare professionals, and endo advocates. This video was designed to be educational and informative, teaching about endometriosis…
In the latest EndoTV episode, Diana Falzone engages in an insightful conversation with Dr. Disha Narang, an esteemed endocrinologist. They delve into endocrinology's intricacies, emphasizing its crucial role in women's health and the significance…
EndoFound, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness about endometriosis and supporting those affected by the disease, is thrilled to announce that its website, endofound.org, has been selected for inclusion in the U.S.…
Jessy Rosen is a fourth-year medical student at New York Medical College, residing in Queens. She is studying to become an OB/GYN and is dedicated to women's health. Furthermore, she is committed to continuing her education on endometriosis.…
Founders Tamer Seckin, MD Padma Lakshmi Board of Directors Tamer Seckin, MD, President Piraye Yurttas Beim, PhD Michael S. Brodherson, MD Kristy Curry Karli Provost Goldstein, DO Lawrence Livornese Harry Reich, MD Madeleine K. Rudin Elif Seckin, Treasurer…
In 2021, more than two decades after experiencing her first endometriosis symptoms at age 10, Kelly Parker was finally diagnosed with the disease. On Nov. 5, she will run the New York City Marathon—her first-ever full marathon—with…
Dana Sellitto is 37 years old and has had endometriosis symptoms since she was a teenager, yet she was just diagnosed with the disease, along with adenomyosis, this past summer. “I was diagnosed on June 19 and had surgery on July…
Megan Gorman, just 23 years old, has had three surgeries in seven years for endometriosis, and she knows more are likely on the horizon. But the Staten Island resident has been determined to turn her experience into a positive one each step…
Endometriosis, a complex and misunderstood condition affecting countless women globally, has found a dedicated champion in Dr. Danielle Luciano. This episode of EndoTV explores her journey into this field and the crucial role of early intervention…
Sarah Gates ran the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon in 2014, her first full marathon. But because of the severe pain she experienced in the years afterward, she thought she might never run again. “When the endometriosis was at its worst,…
The Society for Women’s Health Research held a conference on Sept. 11 in Washington, D.C., to discuss the latest advances and challenges in endometriosis patient care, educate congressional leaders on the disease, and call for more research…
Each of the 51 runners for Team EndoStrong in the Nov. 5 New York City Marathon has been asked to raise $4,000 for EndoFound. Sarah Austin brought in the most donations for last year’s marathon with more than $13,000, and she expects…
Menopause is a natural phase in a woman's life, signifying the end of her reproductive years. While it's a universal experience, the journey through menopause can be unique for each woman, especially if they have underlying conditions like…
Dan Martin, MD, Scientific and Medical Director Dr. Dan C. Martin was the Blossom Ball Honoree by the Endometriosis Foundation of America in 2013. He is Professor Emeritus, University of Tennessee Health Science Center; a community member of…
Join us for an incredible afternoon of music and support as the Spring Nuts present a benefit concert for EndoFound. The event will be at 2 P.M. on Sunday, September 10, and feature talented artists Alexandra Jardvall, Chris Fritz, and Jake…
Join us at the highly anticipated Endometriosis Summer Event! This remarkable series of events aims to bring together endo-warriors from all walks of life, providing them with a platform to unite through the power of music while discovering…
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to everyone who attended the Endometriosis Summer Event Series. Your presence and support made this event truly remarkable. Your commitment to raising awareness about endometriosis and supporting…
Sixteen-year-old actress and singer Lily Brooks O’Briant has been added to the list of performers at this Saturday’s second annual Warriors Benefit Concert. The show, to benefit EndoFound, will be at 6:30 P.M. at DROM in New York…
By Coralyn Loomis The first symptom that hit me the hardest was fatigue. I was always tired and assumed it was due to being a mom and commuting to work over an hour away. But at 27 years old, I felt like I should have had more energy. I went…
The Endometriosis Foundation of America (EndoFound) is opening its Request for Proposals for 2023 award funding. EndoFound plans to award grants of a maximum of $50,000 each, which will be dispersed over two years ($25,000/year).…
My name is Rachel. I’m 27 years old, originally from New Orleans, and now living in Nashville. Like one in every 10 women in this country, I have endometriosis. But my symptoms before my diagnosis and surgery were much different than…
My name is Jillian Heaney. I’m 33 years old, born and raised in Staten Island, New York, and currently living in Philadelphia. My boyfriend and I have been trying to have a baby for more than three years. Endometriosis has prevented that…
A young girl, twelve, emerges from the theater mid-movie. She’s crying. She can’t take it anymore. She slides down the wall outside, markedly troubled. We observe scenes like this all the time. In films, they come after the…
I’m 44 years old, a nurse, and have Stage 4 endometriosis. My story is probably a little different than most. I didn’t get my first menstrual period until I was 16. I became pregnant at 18, dropped out of high school, had my son…
In 2014, I went on my seventh-grade field trip to a local science museum. What I thought would be a fun day out of school turned into a disaster. I felt a sharp pain in my lower abdomen, so intense that I became nauseous and couldn’t…
I got my first period when I was 13. I was at my dad’s house and yelled from the bathroom for my stepmom. I was sitting on the toilet when she walked in. “I started,” I told her. She opened the cabinet, tossed me a tampon,…
SCIENTIFIC DIRECTOR Dan Martin, MD., Scientific & Medical Director, Endometriosis Foundation of America (EndoFound) PROGRAM DIRECTOR Tamer Seckin, MD., co-founder of Endometriosis Foundation of America (EndoFound) PLANNING COMMITTEE: Piraye…
Recognition of endometriosis - Dan Martin MD
