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About Dr. Austin Schirmer
Dr. D. Austin Schirmer is an Assistant Professor at Emory University School of Medicine and a specialist in reproductive endocrinology and infertility. His interest in treating infertility began during medical school, and he finds helping patients build their families deeply rewarding.
He completed his internship, residency, and fellowship training entirely at Emory University Hospital before joining the Emory faculty. He served as a guest researcher at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, researching ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, and has published research with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s AFLAC fertility team on fertility in survivors of pediatric cancer.
Clinical Expertise
- IVF (In Vitro Fertilization): comprehensive fertility treatment
- Recurrent Pregnancy Loss: evaluation and treatment
- Reproductive Endocrine Disorders: polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), primary ovarian insufficiency (POI), functional hypothalamic amenorrhea (FHA)
- Fertility Preservation: for social reasons or before chemotherapy/radiation
Why Choose Dr. Austin Schirmer
CDC Research Experience As a CDC guest researcher, he completed research on ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome and contributed to public health projects on infertility.
Pediatric Cancer Survivor Fertility Published research with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta on fertility in survivors of pediatric cancer.
Teaching Excellence Recognized repeatedly by Emory’s Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics for teaching medical students, residents, and fellows (2012-2019).
High Patient Satisfaction His Emory patient satisfaction rating is 4.9 out of 5 (177 ratings).
Professional Affiliations
- American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG)
- American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)
- Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
- American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology: board certified in OB/GYN and REI
Suitable For
Patients with recurrent pregnancy loss or reproductive endocrine disorders (PCOS, POI, FHA).
Cancer survivors or patients facing gonadotoxic treatment who want to preserve fertility.
Patients pursuing IVF who value thorough, evidence-based explanations.