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Ali J. Ainsworth, M.D.

  1. Reproductive Endocrinologist
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Location

  1. Rochester, Minnesota

Languages

English

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Alessandra (Ali) Ainsworth, M.D., is an assistant professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology, specializing in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. She completed medical school at the University of Kansas, and both residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology and fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at Mayo Clinic. During her fellowship, Dr. Ainsworth obtained a master's degree in biomedical science. Her clinical interests include:

  • Infertility
  • Fertility Preservation
  • Premature Ovarian Insufficiency
  • Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
  • Assisted Reproductive Technology
  • In-vitro Fertilization

Dr. Ainsworth is also active in clinical research and education. Her research interests include long-term health outcomes after infertility and novel approaches to fertility care that aim to improve the patient experience and access to care. She works with medical students, residents, and fellows.

  1. Advanced maternal age
  2. Amenorrhea
  3. Balanced translocations
  4. Diminished ovarian reserve
  5. Double uterus
  6. Hyperprolactinemia
  7. Hypothyroidism
  8. Infertility
  9. Irregular menstrual cycle
  10. Menstrual cycle conditions
  11. Polycystic ovary syndrome
  12. Primary ovarian insufficiency
  13. Recurrent miscarriage
  14. Uterine polyps
  1. 3D ultrasound
  2. Deferred reproduction
  3. Egg donation
  4. Egg freezing
  5. Egg retrieval
  6. Embryo transfer
  7. Fertility preservation
  8. Genetic counseling
  9. Gestational surrogacy
  10. Hysterosalpingography
  11. Hysteroscopy
  12. In vitro fertilization
  13. Intracytoplasmic sperm injection
  14. Intrauterine device method
  15. Intrauterine insemination
  16. Ovulation induction
  17. Polypectomy
  18. Saline infusion sonography
  19. Sperm collection for fertility treatment
  20. Sperm donation
  21. Sperm freezing
  22. Superovulation
  1. 2021
    Fellow - Reproductive Endocrinology and InfertilityMayo Clinic, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  2. 2018
    ResidentMayo Clinic, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  3. 2018
    ResidentObstetrics and Gynecology, Programs in Rochester, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
  4. 2014
    MDUniversity of Kansas
  5. 2010
    BA - Dance, Human BiologyUniversity of Kansas

Certifications

  1. 2023
    Reproductive Endo & InfertilityAmerican Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  2. 2021
    Obstetrics & GynecologyAmerican Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Awards and honors

  1. 2021
    Mayo Brothers Distinguished Fellowship AwardMayo School of Graduate Medical Education
  2. 2018
    Ann Harris Research AwardMayo Clinic
  3. 2018
    Patient Safety AwardMayo Clinic
  4. 2017
    Best Resident Educator in OB/GYNMayo Clinic
  5. 2014
    Daniel K Roberts Medical Student Award for Excellence in Women's HealthUniversity of Kansas School of Medicine
  6. 2014
    Honor in MedicineUniversity of Kansas School of Medicine
  7. 2014
    Glasgow-Rubin Citation for Academic AchievementUniversity of Kansas School of Medicine
  8. 2013
    Alpha Omega Alpha
  9. 2013
    Arnold P. Gold Humanism in Medicine Honor Society
  10. 2010
    Phi Kappa Phi Honors Society
  11. 2010
    Honors Program GraduateUniversity of Kansas
  12. 2009
    Elizabeth Sherbon AwardUniversity of Kansas
  13. 2009
    Phi Beta Kappa

Professional memberships

  1. 2023 - present
    Committee Member, Career DevelopmentSociety for Reproductive Investigation
  2. 2023 - 2026
    Career Development CommitteeSociety of Reproductive Investigation (SRI)
  3. 2023 - present
    Thesis Advisory Committee MemberMayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Department of Education Administration
  4. 2023 - present
    Thesis Advisory Committee MemberMayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Department of Education Administration
  5. 2023 - present
    MemberInstitutional Review Board, Mayo Clinic Committees
  6. 2022 - present
    Scientific Advisory Board MemberFlo Health
  7. 2022 - present
    MemberOB/GYN Specialty Council, Division of Obstetrics, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  8. 2021 - present
    MemberAmerican Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine
  9. 2021 - present
    MemberOB/GYN Innovation Task Force
  10. 2018 - 2021
    MemberPatient Experience Committee
  11. 2017 - present
    MemberDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology Quality Committee
  12. 2017 - 2018
    Administrative Chief ResidentDepartment of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  13. 2016 - 2021
    MemberDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology Education Committee
  14. 2016 - 2017
    Resident InterviewerDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Interview Panel
  15. 2014 - present
    MemberAmerican Society of Reproductive Medicine
  16. 2013 - present
    MemberAmerican College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  17. 2010 - present
    MemberAmerican Medical Association

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