Research
Stanford Medicine's Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology research program lies at the nexus of what is current and what is possible for women’s health.
Our research program spans from basic and translational research to clinical trials and population health research. The specific research programs navigate complex topics including embryo implantation, reproductive endocrinology, stem cell biology, abortion care, high risk pregnancy and maternal health disparities, health outcomes across the lifespan, health of sexual and gender minorities and other topics. Our research program has grown significantly in the past few years with current external research funding averaging about $10 million annually. The department houses two research centers: Dunlevie Maternal-Fetal Medicine Center for Discovery, Innovation and Clinical Impact and PRIHSM NIH Maternal Health Research Center of Excellence.
Our discoveries are driven by compassion and innovation, with a longstanding history of practice-changing breakthroughs in reproductive & stem cell biology and women’s health. We were among the first to pioneer embryo cryopreservation methodologyand frozen blastocyst biopsy, affording new possibilities in fertility preservation and treatment. Our research teams have applied the use of pluripotent stem cells to novel treatments including smooth muscle cell regeneration, and developmental syndrome therapies. Our perinatologists were instrumental in the creation and application of Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing. Our Family Planning researchers have revolutionized the access and affordability of birth control options, working at a global scale.
We have the privilege of residing at the heart of Stanford University and Silicon Valley, affording us the capacity for unique research partnerships. We collaborate both within the School of Medicine and across the University. Our physician-scientists are uniquely poised to work with industry leaders to transform women’s health. Our location and collaborators precipitate diverse ideas and provide access to diverse populations, ensuring research that is truly interdisciplinary and innovative.
The PRIDE Study is supported by the community engagement efforts of PRIDEnet, a national network of individuals and organizations that engage LGBTQ+ people in health research.