As a fertility / infertility specialist, Dr. Humphreys’ clinical interests include: infertility, IVF, fertility preservation, pre-implantation genetic testing, reproductive endocrine disorders, advocacy, ethical considerations around family planning, recurrent pregnancy loss, and education.
Dr. Humphreys grew up in Missouri and she received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Southern Methodist University. After deciding to pursue a career in medicine after working for a few years, she attended the University of Virginia for a post-baccalaureate degree, then University of Nebraska Medical Center for medical school. In medical school, she became interested in advocacy for patient autonomy and education of trainees. After medical school, she completed Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at the University of Utah and she decided to stay here for a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.
While interviewing for residency, Dr. Humphreys was completely blown away by the department at the University of Utah. Utah has a tremendous reputation as an academic institution, as well as a place where trainees are happy. She wanted to feel supported and encouraged to pursue her interests, as well as maintain a healthy life balance. The attending physicians are all experts in their fields, practicing evidence-based medicine and committed to teaching the next generation of physicians. Dr. Humphreys feel so fortunate to be training with such extraordinary people in a beautiful setting!
Dr. Humphreys’ main goal for fellowship is to gain the skills and knowledge to empower her patients to make informed decisions about their reproductive futures. The journey to building a family can be difficult and she hopes to be a steady guide for patients in navigating this field.
Selected Publications
Journal Article
- Humphreys M, Tadaki C, McBride C (2014). Bariatric surgery to treat leptin resistant adolescent obesity: a success story. Surg Obes Relat Dis, 10(6), e71-2.