Alphabetical lists of links to websites of groups that study and provide information about PCOS.
Please note: Links to external organizations and information included on this page do not indicate endorsement from NICHD, NIH, or HHS.
NICHD Resources
Developmental Endocrinology, Metabolism, Genetics & Endocrine Oncology Affinity Group
This group includes researchers who are working to advance our understanding of endocrine, genetic, and metabolic disorders and endocrine tumors that impair human development, causing disease and disability.
Fertility and Infertility Branch (FIB)
FIB’s mission is to encourage, enable, and support research aimed at alleviating human infertility, uncovering new possible pathways to control fertility, and expanding fundamental knowledge of processes that underlie human reproduction.
Gynecologic Health and Disease Branch (GHDB)
GHDB works to improve women’s reproductive health by guiding and supporting gynecologic research, including studies of healthy functioning endometrium and typical menstruation and menstrual problems and pain, especially related to gynecologic disorders such as PCOS.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Women's Health
Learn about NICHD support of research on PCOS and women's health, and review some recent advances in understanding, diagnosing, and treating this condition.
Other Resources
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) 
ACOG is the nation's leading association for professionals who provide health care for women.
- Patient Resource: FAQ on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- Health Care Provider Resource: ACOG Practice Bulletin: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)
ASRM is a leader in providing multidisciplinary information, education, advocacy, and standards in the field of reproductive medicine.
- Patient Resources
- Health Care Provider Resources
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
CDC studies issues related to infertility and publishes an annual report on success rates for assisted reproductive technology, including information about individual fertility clinics in the United States.
Endocrine Society
The Endocrine Society is a leading source of hormone-related health information for the public, health care providers, and the media: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) .
Monash University PCOS Program
This Australian-based university leads a Center of Excellence on PCOS and coordinates international guidelines and other clinical information about PCOS. The website includes the latest internationally approved guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of PCOS, as well as the AskPCOS mobile app , which provides evidence-based information about PCOS for patients.
National Library of Medicine (NLM) MedlinePlus
MedlinePlus, produced by the NLM, is the NIH website for patients. It features information about diseases, conditions, and wellness issues in plain language: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (Spanish version).
Office on Women's Health
Part of HHS, the Office of Women's Health coordinates services and activities related to women's health: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Fact Sheet (PDF 126 KB).
PCOS Awareness Association (PCOSAA)
PCOSAA works to raise global awareness of PCOS, assist those diagnosed with the condition and its related health complications, and increase understanding of the condition’s complexities.
PCOS Challenge: The National Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Association
PCOS Challenge helps adults and adolescents affected by PCOS manage their health better and reduce their risk for life-threatening related diseases through multimedia educational programming, live events, support groups, grants, health screenings, and advocacy and awareness initiatives. Some PCOS Challenge programs and resources include:
- PCOS Awareness Symposium
- PCOS Challenge Online Support Network
- PCOS Diva/PCOS Challenge Confidence Grant
RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association
RESOLVE provides timely, compassionate support and information to women and men who are affected by infertility.
- Join one of RESOLVE's online support communities .
- Find a professional to help with fertility consultation, third-party reproduction (such as in vitro fertilization with egg donation), or adoption.
- Find a regional chapter and help line .
Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology (SART)
SART is an organization of professionals dedicated to assisted reproductive technology (ART), which includes in vitro fertilization. Read SART's patient guide to ART.
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