“I am so incredibly excited and humbled to join the Jefferson-RMA fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. IVI-RMA has outstanding and unparalleled opportunities in clinical training, embryology, innovation, and professional development. It is an honor to train under world-renowned leaders at IVI-RMA, a global organization that is distinguished for its immense accomplishments in scientific discovery in human reproduction. I am looking forward to working with and learning from the IVI-RMA team and know it will prepare me to become a future leader in the field of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.” Francesca Barrett, MD MBA, will be joining the Jefferson-RMA Fellowship in

“I feel honored to have been selected to learn from such an impressive team of clinicians and researchers at Jefferson-RMA. Having grown up in New Jersey, it feels surreal that I will be completing my training in my home state. I am confident that I will receive unparalleled training and mentorship here and I am looking forward to working with and learning from the IVI-RMA leaders in the field.” Blake Vessa, MD, will join the Jefferson-RMA Program in July 2023. She is a New Jersey native who grew up nearby. She graduated from Washington and Lee University after completing a double

"I am deeply committed to my patient’s unique journeys, walking alongside them with empathy and compassion. As a fertility specialist, I find joy in seeking answers to the unknown, fueled by my passion for research and dedication to improving outcomes in the field of reproductive medicine. Together, we can navigate the challenges of infertility with unwavering support and hope for a brighter future." Dr. Kassie Bollig, MD MSCE, is a passionate and accomplished fertility specialist at Reproductive Medicine Associates (RMA) in Basking Ridge, New Jersey. Dr. Bollig's journey to becoming an infertility specialist was a path of discovery sparked by her

“For almost as long as I knew I wanted to be a Reproductive Endocrinologist, I have hoped to train at IVI RMA; I could not be more excited to get started! I am looking forward to embracing the huge breadth of clinical training and incredible focus on and support for research, which is so unique to this program. The Jefferson-RMA fellowship is an opportunity to be trained by some of the best physicians in the field, and it is an ideal place to begin my journey to becoming a future leader in the field of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.” Haley Glatthorn

“I am honored and incredibly grateful to be joining the team at Jefferson-RMA for my fellowship training in reproductive endocrinology and infertility. The team at IVI- RMA is comprised of world-renowned clinicians, investigators, and teachers, and I am beyond privileged to call them my mentors. The opportunities present at IVI- RMA are truly unmatched, and I am grateful to be learning from the leaders of the field.” Stephanie Willson, MD, joined the Jefferson-RMA Fellowship Program in July 2022. She graduated magna cum laude from Rutgers University after completing a double major in Cell Biology & Neuroscience and Psychology. She received her

“RMA is backed by science with an emphasis on empathy. I love the tagline: ‘We take your dreams seriously, and our lab has the heart to prove it.'” Certified nurse practitioner Milae Jenny Park earned her master’s degree in nursing from the University of Pennsylvania’s Women’s Health/Gender-Related Nurse Practitioner program. After first graduating from the State University of New York at Geneseo with a bachelor’s degree in biology, Jenny completed an accelerated bachelor’s degree in nursing from New Jersey City University. Both passion and personal experience fueled her career in nursing. “I’ve always wanted to work with women as my patient demographic,”

Our providers are people too "I find it truly humbling to be able to help patients at such a significant time in their lives. It’s a privilege to be part of their journey to parenthood, whether it is someone coming to freeze their eggs for the future or currently trying to grow their family." Dr. Shefali Shastri, RMA New Jersey’s Clinical Director, and Physician Partner, is a longtime reproductive endocrinologist with RMA and has helped bring more than 2,000 babies into the world since joining the practice in 2009. She was initially inspired to pursue a career in women’s health and reproductive

Our providers are people too “What better thing can you do with your life than help women achieve something they’ve been working so hard for? There is a ton of meaning in that mission.” Megan Determan’s life has always revolved around eggs – they just weren’t exactly human. The eldest of five children who grew up on a poultry farm in Emery, South Dakota, fertilizing and selling chicken eggs to those interested in hatching. “Development has always been fascinating to me,” said Dr. Determan, an OB/GYN who in early September joined RMA New Jersey as a core physician, seeing patients in the Basking

Our providers are people too “When you can help a woman get pregnant and develop a close enough relationship where you are celebrating together, that’s priceless.” Dr. Angela Leung is a reproductive endocrinologist who helps men, women and couples who want to have a baby, preserve their fertility, or just take care of a reproductive health issue. Her focus, besides helping her patients achieve success, is developing a close relationship with them so they feel safe showing vulnerability, confident asking questions and comfortable investing in their fertility journey. “My goal is to develop a personal relationship with every one of my patents,” Dr.

Our providers are people too “For as long as I can remember, I have wanted nothing more than to join the incredible field of reproductive endocrinology and infertility. IVIRMA is world-renowned for its scientific accomplishments in human reproduction, and the program at Jefferson-RMA provides a unique opportunity to enter this field with the most solid foundation, combining excellence in patient care with unparalleled research opportunities. I am humbled and grateful to have the opportunity to be trained by the world’s best."Andres Reig, M.D., joined the Jefferson-RMA Fellowship Program in July 2021. He is a graduate of the Medical University of Lodz,