Dr. Nicole Ulrich, Reproductive Endocrinologist, Joins The Fertility Institute as Director of Advocacy, Championing Equitable Access to Reproductive Care
Dr. Nicole Ulrich, Reproductive Endocrinologist, Joins The Fertility Institute as Director of Advocacy, Championing Equitable Access to Reproductive Care
Dr. Nicole Ulrich is an experienced, board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and fertility specialist who joined the Fertility Institute in 2025. In addition to being dedicated to helping patients achieve their family-building goals, Dr. Ulrich is also the Director of Advocacy for The Fertility Institute. Dr. Ulrich takes an individualized and thoughtful approach to treatment, focusing on each patient’s unique needs and goals. She aims to provide compassionate, evidence-based care while empowering patients through every step of their fertility journey. As every patient and couple is unique, she believes in treating the whole person—not just their test results—by fostering open communication and creating a personalized plan that aligns with the patient’s values and vision for building their family.
NEW ORLEANS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Fertility Institute is excited to announce the addition of Dr. Nicole Ulrich, M.D., to its team as an experienced Reproductive Endocrinologist and fertility specialist. With her exceptional background in reproductive endocrinology and infertility, Dr. Ulrich brings a wealth of expertise and a passion for advancing equitable access to care in reproductive medicine. Dr. Ulrich is now scheduling new patient appointments at our Baton Rouge location.
In addition to providing compassionate and individualized patient care, she is also the Director of Advocacy for The Fertility Institute. “My goal is to help individuals and families access the fertility care they need while addressing the disparities and stigmas that can prevent them from seeking treatment,” said Dr. Ulrich.
Redefining Care Through Innovation and Advocacy
Throughout her career, Dr. Ulrich has been recognized for her contributions to reproductive medicine, earning awards such as the Outstanding Abstract Award from the Endocrine Society and selection as part of the inaugural cohort of PRIMED (Preparing Experts in Reproductive Medicine to Engage Decisionmakers) scholars through the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. She is also the President of the Louisiana Fertility Alliance, a physician group focused on patient advocacy in Louisiana. Her expertise and research interests include operative hysteroscopy, individualized infertility treatments, oncofertility, and family building for the LGBTQ+ community.
Dr. Ulrich is excited to welcome patients in the Baton Rouge office, providing personalized care with warmth and expertise. As Director of Advocacy, Dr. Ulrich will lead initiatives to improve awareness, equity, and access to infertility care while supporting community education about reproductive health. Her dedication aligns with The Fertility Institute’s mission to prioritize patient-centered care while advancing innovation in reproductive medicine.
A Collaborative and Inclusive Approach
Dr. Ulrich joins an esteemed team of physicians at The Fertility Institute—Dr. Jay Huber, Dr. Peter Lu, Dr. Ronald Clisham, and Dr. Stacey Scheib—who share her commitment to helping patients achieve their dreams of parenthood. "Her dedication to patient care and advocacy for equitable access to fertility treatments align perfectly with our mission to provide exceptional care for all," said Dr. Huber, Medical Director at The Fertility Institute.
"Dr. Ulrich's passion for advocacy and patient education makes her an invaluable addition to our team, ensuring our patients receive compassionate, individualized, and evidence-based care,” said Christine Couvillon, Executive Director at The Fertility Institute.
About The Fertility Institute
Founded in 1976, The Fertility Institute is a trusted leader in reproductive medicine, offering personalized fertility care to individuals and families across Louisiana and the Gulf South. With a dedicated team of experts—including Dr. Jay Huber, Dr. Belinda Sartor, Dr. Peter Lu, Dr. Ronald Clisham, Dr. Stacey Scheib, and Dr. Nicole Ulrich—state-of-the-art facilities, and a compassionate approach to care, The Fertility Institute has helped bring over 20,000 pregnancies into the world. The Fertility Institute has three locations in Louisiana. Learn more at fertilityinstitute.com.
About First Fertility
First Fertility offers comprehensive and customized care for patients hoping to grow their families. We not only invest in reproductive endocrinology practices nationwide, but we also build strategic partnerships that put the focus on what matters most: taking care of patients. First Fertility has 49 physicians and 54 locations in North America, serving patients in 15 states, including Alabama, California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, and Texas. Learn more at firstfertility.com.
Contacts
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