Our mission is to increase endometriosis awareness, fund landmark research, provide advocacy and support for patients, and educate the public and medical community.
Founders: Padma Lakshmi, Tamer Seckin, MD
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The Endometriosis Foundation of America (EndoFound) strives to increase disease recognition, provide advocacy, facilitate expert surgical training, and fund landmark endometriosis research. Engaged in a robust campaign to inform both the medical community and the public, the EndoFound places particular emphasis on the critical importance of early diagnosis and effective intervention while simultaneously providing education to the next generation of medical professionals and their patients.

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West Coast Endometriosis Patient Trying to “Get the Conversation Going” While Raising Funds for EndoFound

West Coast Endometriosis Patient Trying to “Get the Conversation Going” While Raising Funds for EndoFound

Determined to break the silence on endometriosis, Rachel Ratelle is bringing her community together for the ‘Rays Your Vibe’ Awareness Walk…

Six All-Female Musical Acts Set to Help Texas Woman with Endometriosis Raise Money for EndoFound

Six All-Female Musical Acts Set to Help Texas Woman with Endometriosis Raise Money for EndoFound

With a passion for music and a mission to spread awareness, Nikki Bolden is bringing together six all-female acts for 'The Beat Endo Show,'…

Utah Woman Who’s Had Eight Endometriosis Surgeries Organizing a 5K to Raise Money for EndoFound

Utah Woman Who’s Had Eight Endometriosis Surgeries Organizing a 5K to Raise Money for EndoFound

Melissa Dean has battled endometriosis for decades—now she’s fighting for others. Through the Endo Warrior 5K, she’s raising awareness,…

EndoFound to Present the Dr. Harry Reich Award to University of Milan Professor and Endometriosis Specialist Dr. Paolo Vercellini

EndoFound to Present the Dr. Harry Reich Award to University of Milan Professor and Endometriosis Specialist Dr. Paolo Vercellini

Renowned endometriosis researcher Dr. Paolo Vercellini is being honored with EndoFound’s Harry Reich Award for his decades of dedication to…

Dr. Ceana Nezhat, a World Leader in Endometriosis and Minimally Invasive Surgery, to Receive EndoFound’s Harry Reich Award

Dr. Ceana Nezhat, a World Leader in Endometriosis and Minimally Invasive Surgery, to Receive EndoFound’s Harry Reich Award

World-renowned endometriosis specialist Dr. Ceana Nezhat is being honored with EndoFound’s Harry Reich Award for his groundbreaking work in…

Early Diagnosis Changes Endometriosis Care: Conference 2025

Early Diagnosis Changes Endometriosis Care: Conference 2025

Endometriosis affects millions, yet a lack of education and awareness often results in delayed diagnosis and treatment. Early diagnosis changes…

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Annual Meeting of the Society for Reproductive Investigation (SRI)

25 – 29 March 2025
Charlotte (NC), USA


14th Congress of the European Pain Federation (EFIC)

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16th World Congress on Endometriosis

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How endometriosis disrupts women's lives: "Please just let me make it through today"

When Barden found out she had endometriosis, she said she was grateful to get a diagnosis. "In my gut, I knew," she said. "I said, 'once we figure out the underlying cause, I will get pregnant.'"


What Is Silent Endometriosis?

The lack of obvious symptoms can cloud diagnosis, lead to fertility problems.


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