Seckin Endometriosis Center in the Press

Below is a selection of articles featuring Dr. Seckin and the Seckin Endometriosis Center (SEC) in the press.

Bindi Irwin speaks out in new message after endometriosis surgery: ‘I have a second chance at life’

The 24-year-old went on to thank her surgeon, Dr. Tamer Seckin of Lenox Hill Hospital, and his “extraordinary team.”

Seckin, who is the co-founder of the Endometriosis Foundation of America, told “Good Morning America” endometriosis is often overlooked or misdiagnosed.

“It doesn’t show up in any imaging. And there’s no blood test … so only by laparoscopy, we can really tell by looking inside directly with a camera we can diagnose endometriosis,” said Seckin.

https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/culture/story/bindi-irwin-thankful-support-after-endometriosis-surgery-healing-97880329

Bindi Irwin opens up about her battle with endometriosis for the September issue of People

Thank you, Bindi! What a powerful and incredible way of creating awareness and education on women’s reproductive health and the role of endometriosis. Please read the September Issue of People Magazine on Bindi’s story so you can understand the extent of this disease.

https://people.com/bindi-irwin-felt-alone-before-endometriosis-diagnosis-exclusive-7749856

Bindi Irwin seeks endometriosis treatment from top specialist in NYC hospital

The state-of-the-art practice was established by Dr Tamer Seckin, a pioneer in the treatment of endometriosis and complex pelvic pain disorders, who has practised for more than 30 years alongside his highly-skilled team.

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Amy Schumer opens up about decades-long battle with ‘lonely disease’

Amy Schumer discussed her long battle with endometriosis on a new Paramount+ docuseries a year after getting her uterus removed.

https://www.cnn.com/videos/media/2022/12/12/amy-schumer-endometriosis-battle-cprog-orig-aw.cnn

Folake Olowofoyeku On The Endometriosis Surgery That Greatly Improved Her Quality Of Life – Exclusive

In 2019, Folake Olowofoyeku began playing nurse Abishola on CBS’ “Bob Hearts Abishola.” That same year, Olowofoyeku, the patient, was diagnosed with endometriosis after a long, traumatic struggle with severe pain that affected her daily life. Making matters worse, she, like her character, grew up in Nigeria, where medical treatment is far behind that of America….

…The actor has been open about her condition and her work with the Endometriosis Foundation of America, founded by her surgeon, Dr. Tamer Seckin, a leading endometriosis specialist who has treated other high-profile patients including Amy Schumer. According to Dr. Seckin, the organization “has given more than $1 million toward research and plans to continue making significant contributions in the next two to three years.”…..

MSN.COM, Nov 28, 2022 – Read More


Padma Lakshmi Endometriosis

Good Morning America Why does it take so long for women to be diagnosed with endometriosis?

Yahoo News, March 2, 2021 – Lakshmi’s doctor, Dr. Tamer Seckin, with whom she co-founded the foundation, said lack of knowledge among doctors, a social stigma around periods, and the fact there is no single diagnostic test all contribute to the often long road to an endometriosis diagnosis. Read more

Padma Lakshmi’s Idea Of “Healthy” Doesn’t Look Like It Used To

Women’s Health, JUL 14, 2020 Read More

Model and Advocate Alaia Baldwin Aronow Opens Up About Her Endometriosis

Everyday Health, April 13, 2020 Read More

Endometriosis patients grapple with canceled operations because of coronavirus

NBC NEWS, March 31, 2020 Read More

This Was Supposed to Be Endo’s Big Moment. What Happened?

Cosmopolitan, February 18, 2020 Read More

How a Delayed Endometriosis Diagnosis Helped One Woman Find Her Voice

Everyday Health, August 28, 2019 – Read More

Why Does It Take So Long For Women To Be Diagnosed With Endometriosis?

Good Morning America March 28, 2019 – Read More

Padma Lakshmi Sheds Light On Endometriosis

WebMD Magazine Mar / Apr, 2019 – Read More

The Woman Was Fit and Healthy, Why Did Her Lung Mysteriously Collapse?

The New York Magazine March 28, 2019 – Read More

Do You Suffer From Debilitating Period Pain?

The Well by Northwell March 27, 2018 – Read More

7 Endometriosis Symptoms You Should Never Ignore

Health.com – March 14, 2019 – Read More

5 Signs You Might Have Endometriosis

SELF – April 15, 2016 – Read More

Awareness is Key to Battling Endometriosis: A Conversation with the Endometriosis Foundation of America

Health.com – March 14, 2019 – Read More

This Debilitating Condition is Impacting More Women Than You Realized

HelloGiggles – May 19, 2016 – Read More

Women Suffering in Silence: The Endometriosis Crisis

CNBC – May 19, 2016 – Read More

Lena Dunham Gives Health Update Amid Endometriosis Recovery

People.com – April 20, 2016 – Read More

The Harmful Period Myth We Need To Stop Believing

REFINERY29 – April 8, 2016 – Read More

Endometriosis Linked to Heart Disease in Study

HealthDay News – March 29, 2016 – Read More

11 Things Only Someone With Endometriosis Understands

Yahoo Lifestyle – October 15, 2015 – Read More

Train Concert Raises $1.5 Million for Feinstein Institute for Medical Research

PR Newswire – July 18, 2014 – Read More

Laparoscopic Surgery for Fibroids: A Choice for Fertility

NY Times – Winter 2007

Padma Lakshmi on the Need to Treat Endometriosis

Newsweek – April 28, 2009 – Read More

In Search of Fertility

Web Talk Radio – July 29, 2013 – Read More

Shame, Dismissal, Agony: Women With Endometriosis Speak Out

NBC Bay Area – March 8, 2017 – Read More

What Exactly Are the Stages of Endometriosis?

NBC Bay Area – September 25, 2019 – Read More

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