What is the Complex Family Planning Fellowship?

The Fellowship is an ACGME-accredited, two-year fellowship for obstetrics and gynecology (Ob-Gyn) residency graduates focused on subspecialist training in research, teaching, and clinical practice in complex abortion and contraception. Medical students and residents are invited to learn more about the Fellowship during our next information session on December 1, 2025 at 4:00 pm PT / 7:00 pm ET (register here).

Increase access to Complex Family Planning

Within their institutions, Fellows work at the intersection of clinical care, research, and medical education, bridging gaps by serving as brokers between these generally siloed fields.

Most graduated fellows hold academic positions in Ob-Gyn departments across the US and many hold leadership positions at national family planning organizations. Upon graduation, fellows are uniquely suited to establish new Ryan Residency Training Programs, a national initiative to integrate and enhance family planning training for Ob-Gyn residents. 

As a Complex Family Planning Fellow, you will invest two years in research, teaching, and clinical practice training in complex abortion and contraception care and will be well-equipped to provide this essential healthcare.

Explore where you can train

Leading universities across the US offer the Fellowship in a variety of political and regulatory environments. Learn more about each to identify the site that most aligns with your personal and professional goals and needs.

Connect and collaborate with subspecialists

We invite BIPOC residents interested in the Fellowship to participate in the Discovering Complex Family Planning Mentorship Match. Mentees gain invaluable insights, receive comprehensive support, including registration and travel assistance to attend the Society’s Annual Meeting, and build lasting relationships with peers and subspecialists. Bookmark this page to come back in the spring to apply!

Get to know us

We host information sessions featuring Fellowship Directors and recent graduates twice per year, in the spring and fall. The next information session is on December 1, 2025 at 4:00 pm PT / 7:00 pm ET (register here). Subscribe to the Society’s weekly newsletter at the bottom of this page to be notified when.

• Join the Society and be a part of a community advancing abortion and contraception science.
• Attend the Annual Meeting to collaborate, share research and connect with leaders in family planning.
• Apply for a grant to support your work and expand your impact.
• Access exclusive educational resources through Society Education, including webinars, trainings, quick reference guides, and more.

Meet the Fellows

Jennifer Hsia, MD, MPH

Obstetrician-Gynecologist
Palo Alto Medical Foundation

“Due to the Fellowship, I am plugged into a close network through which we can share information, updates, and techniques quickly and effectively. This is key to providing the safest, most appropriate, and timely care, especially at a time when laws regulating access to care are in constant flux.”