EndoRISE
EndoRISE
A community to advance Endometriosis Research, Innovation, Support & Education
EndoRISE is a groundbreaking, state supported initiative to address Endometriosis, a highly invasive, under-diagnosed and under-researched disease.
Seeking to improve awareness and health outcomes in Connecticut, while driving research breakthroughs that will impact women across the nation and beyond, the EndoRISE program's multifaceted approach includes:
  • The creation of the CT Data and Biorepository, a diverse data and specimen biorepository to enable research, clinical and industry collaborations
  • The education of healthcare providers, students and frontline professionals about endometriosis diagnosis and best practices
  • Serving as a centralized resource, to disseminate information and raise public awareness about the disease
Whether a patient, researcher, provider, or simply interested in learning more, we welcome you to join us in the effort to impact the lives of the over 200 million people suffering from this disease.

Public

Learn more about Endometriosis, who it effects, and the importance of raising awareness of the disease for early detection and advancements in health outcomes for those suffering from it.
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Patients

Find information, resources and community. Learn more about how you can help advance EndoRISE efforts towards better diagnostics, treatments and cures.
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Researchers

Learn more about the CT Data and Biorepository and its efforts to foster basic research and clinical collaborations designed to help advance our understanding of Endometriosis towards better diagnostics, treatments and cures.
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Providers

Learn more about Endometriosis, best practices in patient care, and the role you can play the effort to advance diagnostics, treatments and cures.
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Recent News
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March 12, 2025
The Vocal Pelvic Floor Podcast with Dr. Ginger Garner: EndoRISE Conversations with Dr. Danielle Luciano and Dr. Elise Courtoius

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March 10, 2025
Women’s Health Research on the Rise at UConn School of Medicine: This Women’s History Month marks the Second Annual Women’s Health Clinical, Health Disparities, Basic Science Research Symposium at UConn Health highlights efforts on women's health research, including endometriosis.


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Upcoming and recent events
  • EndoRISE Conversations: Dr. Danielle Luciano and Dr. Elise Courtois on Innovation and Advocacy with Dr. Ginger Garner
    EndoRISE Conversations: Dr. Danielle Luciano and Dr. Elise Courtois on Innovation and Advocacy with Dr. Ginger Garner
    · March 12, 2025
    "In this episode, Dr. Ginger Garner sits down with two groundbreaking experts, Dr. Danielle Luciano, a minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon, and Dr. Elise Courtois, a molecular biologist and director of the Single Cell Biology Lab at the Jackson Laboratory. Together, they’re at the forefront of revolutionizing care and advancing research for endometriosis.

    Dr. Luciano shares her clinical perspective on the urgent need for earlier, non-invasive diagnostic tools and the misconceptions that delay care for so many patients. Meanwhile, Dr. Courtois explains how cutting-edge single-cell technology is unraveling the mysteries of endometriosis at the molecular level, offering new hope for targeted treatments and systemic understanding.

    They also discuss their collaborative initiative, EndoRISE, which brings together research, education, and advocacy to create tangible change—like passing legislation in Connecticut to prioritize endometriosis care. This episode sheds light on the power of multidisciplinary efforts, the importance of policy change, and the promise of a future where diagnosis and treatment are more accessible, effective, and compassionate.

    If you’re seeking hope, innovation, and actionable progress in the fight against endometriosis, this conversation is a must-listen."
  • Virtual Convention: All Nurses Across All Specialty Areas: Raising Awareness About Endometriosis
    Virtual Convention: All Nurses Across All Specialty Areas: Raising Awareness About Endometriosis
    · March 20, 2025
    EndoRISE is partnering with the Connecticut Nurses Association to offer a professional development session on endometriosis and the EndoRISE program to the nursing community across the state of Connecticut

    March 20th, 2025 • 5:30 - 6:30pm
    It may take 7 years to diagnose endometriosis! We will discuss recognizing the signs and symptoms of endometriosis, and explore educational materials for health professionals and to support patients.
    *School Nurses
    *ER/Urgent Care/Primary Care
    *APRNs

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