Overview

The goal of this study is to understand the role of hormonal signaling and summarize the underlying causes of infertility as well as identify medications used in their treatment. 

Target Audience

Pharmacists in all practice settings.

Learning Objectives

•  Identify steps in the pregnancy pathway 
• Distinguish the phases of the menstrual cycle and the role of hormonal signaling  
• Summarize the underlying causes of infertility and identify medications used in their treatment 
• Explain how to determine the optimal timing of medication administration for patient-specific infertility protocols and review important counseling points for fertility medications. 

Evaluation

All participants will have the opportunity to review the educational sessions and speakers and to identify future educational needs.

Statement of Disclosure

In accordance with the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) Standards for Continuing Pharmacy Education, The University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy requires that program faculty disclose any relationship (e.g., shareholder, recipient of research grant, consultant or member of an advisory committee) that the faculty may have with commercial companies whose products or services may be mentioned in their presentations. No one involved in the planning of this program has any relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Content Creator

Emma Camara, PharmD

Emma Camara, PharmD, BCPS is currently a clinical pharmacist at The Miriam Hospital. While on rotation with the Care New England (CNE) Specialty Pharmacy, Emma observed numerous prescriptions for medically assisted reproduction. With only minimal knowledge of the subject area, Emma embarked on a journey to understand not only the medications used in the treatment of infertility but the underlying pathophysiology as well. With mentors from both Women and Infants and CNE pharmacy, this CE presentation entitled, “Restoring Hope: A Pharmacist’s Overview of the Pathophysiology and Treatment of Infertility” seeks to educate patient-facing pharmacists of their crucial role in a patient’s fertility journey. Emma’s professional areas of interest include both ambulatory care and medication safety. 

CE Credit

Steps to complete the program and claim credit:

1. Watch the video at the top of this page.
2. Login or create an account in LUX LMS, URI’s learning management and CE reporting system, using your email address and professional license number. Complete all required account set up fields to ensure accurate CE reporting.
3. Select “Available On-Line Activities” or “Home Study Programs” to find the educational activity.
4. Select Take Post-Test and proceed to secure online payment (Visa, MC, AMEX, Discover and Electronic Checks are accepted).

Requirements for Credit

Completion of the online educational activity and a program evaluation are required to earn credit. No partial credit is available for this program. Evaluations must be completed at www.uripharmacycpd.org within 60 days. This program offers one contact hour (0.05 ceus) of Immunization CE for Pharmacists.

Pharmacy Accreditation Statement

The University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. This application-based program will provide 0.5 Contact Hour (0.05 CEU) for pharmacists. UAN: 0060-0000-25-032-H01-P 

Release Date: June 18, 2025 Expiration Date: June 18, 2026