Our mission is to increase endometriosis awareness, fund landmark research, provide advocacy and support for patients, and educate the public and medical community.
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Piraye Yurttas Beim

Piraye Yurttas Beim, PhD

Chair, Endometriosis Foundation of America
New York, NY

Dr. Piraye Yurttas Beim is the Chair of the Endometriosis Foundation of America and the founder and CEO of Celmatix Therapeutics, a preclinical-stage biotech company transforming women’s lives through better lifelong health. Founded in 2009 as one of the first FemTech companies, Celmatix’s mission is to accelerate precision medicine in women’s health.
 
Under Dr. Beim’s leadership, Celmatix has been named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies and has pioneered breakthroughs in decoding the genomic drivers of ovarian function. Her scientific work has unlocked unprecedented insight into female biology and led to the development of first-in-class therapeutic programs for endometriosis, fertility optimization, and ovarian longevity.
 
With over 25 years dedicated to advancing innovation in women’s health, Dr. Beim completed her PhD at Cornell University (Weill, NYC) and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Cambridge focused on the molecular biology of fertility.
 
In her role as Chair of EndoFound, Dr. Beim is spearheading a new era of science-driven impact, including the launch of the Seckin Endometriosis Research Center for Women’s Health at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, a first-of-its-kind academic center focused on advancing scientific discovery and innovation in endometriosis research.
 
She has also contributed to foundational academic research in the field, including co-authoring the largest published study of the genetic drivers of endometriosis risk.
 
Dr. Beim is an endometriosis survivor and leads extensive advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill to raise awareness, expand research funding, and advance equitable access to care for those living with the disease.
 
She is also a widely recognized entrepreneur and thought leader. Dr. Beim is a member of the Aspen Global Leadership Network and has been named to Elle Magazine’s “Women in Tech” Power List, Inc. Magazine’s Top Female Founders, Crain’s 40 Under 40 and Notable Women in Tech, Fortune’s Top 15 Founders Disrupting Their Industries, and was honored as Rock Health’s Disruptive Founder of the Year. She is a board member of the Center on Rural Innovation and an active angel investor.
 
Dr. Beim lives between New York City, Bridgehampton, and Texas with her three children.

Piraye Yurttas Beim PHD - Blossom Ball 2025

Piraye Yurttas Beim PHD - Blossom Ball 2025

Blossom Ball 2025 - Endometriosis Foundation of AmericaMay 15, 2025Pierre Hotel in New York City Piraye Yurttas Beim PHD Tonight we honor not only a visionary leader in women's health, but also a dear friend and longtime member of the Endo…

The Endometriosis Foundation of America Names Dr. Piraye Yurttas Beim as Chairperson of the Board of Directors

The Endometriosis Foundation of America Names Dr. Piraye Yurttas Beim as Chairperson of the Board of Directors

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Endometriosis Foundation of America Names Dr. Piraye Yurttas Beim as Chairperson of the Board of Directors NEW YORK, NY (May 5, 2025) — The Endometriosis Foundation of America (EndoFound) proudly announces the…

Piraye Yurttas Beim, PHD - Seckin Endometriosis Research Center

Piraye Yurttas Beim, PHD - Seckin Endometriosis Research Center

PRESS CONFERENCEAnnouncing the Seckin Endometriosis Research Center forWomen’s Health at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL)Thursday, May 1, 2025 10:00amCold Spring Harbor Laboratory   Piraye Yurttas Beim, PHD   Hi everyone.…

The Disparities in Healthcare for Black Women

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Endometriosis Foundation of America Appoints Piraye Yurttas Beim to its Executive Board of Directors

Endometriosis Foundation of America Appoints Piraye Yurttas Beim to its Executive Board of Directors

New York, NY - March 9, 2018 - The Endometriosis Foundation of America (EndoFound) today announced the addition of Piraye Yurttas Beim, PhD, to its Executive Board of Directors. In this new role, Dr. Beim will be focused on driving and prioritizing…

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