Thomas M. Price, MD

Department:

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Division:

Reproductive Endocrinology and Fertility

Training:

MD, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 1984
OB/GYN, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 1989
Reproductive Endocrinology, University Texas Southwestern Medical Center, 1991

Clinical Interests:

Assisted reproduction technologies, recurrent pregnancy loss, reproductive tract abnormalities, polycystic ovary syndrome, endometriosis, uterine fibroids

Research Interests:

Dr. Price is involved in both clinical and basic science research. The main focus of the basic science molecular endocrinology laboratory is the study of novel sex steroid receptors. Currently, the work focuses on novel progesterone receptors that may act on the cell membrane. This new mechanism of action could have an impact on many physiological processes varying from sperm function to the growth of breast cancers.

Dr. Price also assists the other physicians in clinical research endeavors. These projects are constantly changing and focus on many aspects of reproductive endocrinology.