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 MeetingTM 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.
2025 Program Participants
Adwoa Baffoe-Bonnie - Duke University School of Medicine
Kenneth Clark - The Ohio State University College
Sabrina Montgomery - Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science
Ashley Ruhashya - University of North Carolina School of Medicine
Christian Singh - University of Toronto
Testimonial
I am deeply grateful to have been part of the program. It affirmed my passion for MFM and provided clarity and inspiration as I step into residency. Thank you to everyone who makes this opportunity possible, from the people in the SMFM offices to the Johnson & Johnson donors. It is truly a formative experience that will stay with me for years to come, and I am looking forward to returning next year.