Richard Legro

Richard Legro, MD, is a Professor and University Chair in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Penn State College of Medicine, with additional appointments in the Department of Public Health Sciences and the Penn State Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI). His career spans over 25 years of continuous NIH funding.

• Subspecialty certification in reproductive endocrinology (ABOG, 1996)
• Fellow, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (FACOG, 1996)
• Fellow ad eundem, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (2017)
• Member, National Academy of Medicine (2019)

Research Focus: Clinical and translational studies on reproductive endocrinology, particularly polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and human infertility. His work includes:

• Diagnostic criteria development
• Medical/surgical interventions
• Long-term maternal-infant outcomes
• Epidemiological studies
• Clinical trial design
• Public health implications

Scientific Recognition:

• 2021: Career Citation Milestone Award - D (500) Club
• 2020: Career Research Excellence Award
• 2019: Career Citation Milestone Award - D (500) Club

Public Health Impact: Contributions align with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in health and well-being for all ages. His 480+ research outputs include foundational studies in:

• PCOS epidemiology
• Embryo transfer protocols
• Maternal-infant health tracking
• Cardiovascular interventions
• Clinical guideline implementation