SMFM Future Physicians Program

SMFM is committed to advancing practices and educational initiatives that promote equity within the physician workforce, with the goal of improving health outcomes and care delivery for pregnant individuals. The Future Physicians Program supports a more inclusive workforce by raising awareness of careers in obstetrics and women’s health. Recognizing physician shortages in obstetrics, SMFM is dedicated to increasing visibility of the specialty and highlighting role models from a range of demographic, geographic, and economic backgrounds.

About the Program

The program aims to support 8-10 medical students who are interested in eliminating health disparities in pregnancy.
The program will also host a group of local high school students who have expressed interest in life sciences and the medical field.
Selected participants will attend the 2026 Pregnancy Meeting^TM in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The program will pair students with physician mentors during the 2026 Pregnancy Meeting™ and will have the opportunity to:
- Shadow mentors, including the resident scholars.
- Network with attendees.
- Observe the scientific exchange of the meeting.
- Learn about different career pathways.
- Meet with MFM physicians from diverse backgrounds.