Nursing SIG
The CFAS Nursing Special Interest Group (NSIG) was established in November 2004 at the CFAS Annual Meeting in Jasper, Alberta. The current NSIG membership consists of over 100 members.
The overall mandate of the CFAS Nursing Special Interest Group (NSIG) is to promote and foster the vision, mission and values of the CFAS within the practice of Canadian Fertility Nursing as well as ensuring that Fertility Nursing is actively represented within the CFAS’ actions. The NSIG’s objectives are to: encourage fertility nurses across Canada to engage within CFAS; offer and promote ongoing professional development opportunities; provide a forum for networking, support, collaboration and exchange of information related to nursing within and between Canadian fertility centres; and help ensure consistency in the delivery of high quality patient care within reproductive medicine.
Zeinab Makki, RN, BScN, OB Certificate
Chair
Zeinab Makki earned her BScN from the University of Windsor in 2017. Her interest in women's health led her to complete a Certificate in Obstetric Nursing from Humber College in 2019. Before finding her passion in the field of fertility, she worked in Bariatrics and Complex Continuing Care in the Greater Toronto Area.
She began her career in fertility at Markham Fertility Centre as a Nurse Coordinator, and later transitioned into Perioperative Nursing at the CCRM Surgical Centre at Hannam Fertility Centre. She hopes to contribute to the field of fertility by furthering her learning and experiences as a passionate fertility nurse.
Stefanie McGlynn RN, BScN
Vice-Chair
Stefanie is a dedicated Registered Nurse who currently spearheads the Donor and Surrogacy Program at the Markham Fertility Centre (MFC). She holds a degree in nursing from Trent University, Peterborough, and brings with her over a decade of widespread nursing experience from across Canada.
Embarking on her journey in the fertility sector in 2020, Stefanie swiftly ascended to the role of Lead Donor and Surrogacy Coordinator. In this capacity, she has been pivotal in guiding the clinic through the labyrinth of new regulations. She has proficiently established policies and refined processes, aiming to provide a seamless experience for patients seeking to expand their families via third-party reproduction.
Courtney Anderson, MN, RN(EC), NP-Adult, WHNP-BC, C-RHI
Secretary/Treasurer
Courtney Anderson is the Nurse Practitioner at the Ottawa Fertility Centre. Courtney’s passion for reproductive health led her to become a Board-Certified Women’s Health Care Nurse Practitioner following the completion of the Master of Science in Nursing program at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. She completed the Post-Master Nurse Practitioner Diploma program at the University of Toronto to gain licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in Ontario. Courtney holds a Reproductive Health and Infertility Subspecialty Certification and her practice specializes in polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), therapeutic donor insemination, and third-party reproduction. She enjoys collaborating with colleagues on quality improvement and program development to enhance the experience of both her patients and clinic family. Courtney is motivated to make meaningful contributions to both the field of fertility and the profession of nursing as they continue to evolve.
Eileen McMahon, BScN, RN, MN, NP, PNC(C)
Executive Member
Eileen McMahon, RN(EC) BScN MN Nurse Practitioner. Eileen graduated from the University of Toronto with a baccalaureate and Master’s degree in Nursing as well as a post-Master’s Nurse Practitioner Diploma. She holds a Clinical Appointment as an Adjunct Lecturer in the Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing, University of Toronto, holds specialty certification in Perinatal Nursing from the Canadian Nurses Association, and is a certified Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner. Eileen served on the Canadian Fertility & Andrology Society Board of Directors from 2016-2021 and was their first nurse President from September 2019 to September 2020. Eileen has dedicated herself to identifying best practices for the delivery of outstanding healthcare in an empathetic and inclusive manner. She has a particular interest in fertility preservation.
Alison Gilmour, RN, BScN, MN, PNC(C)
Past Chair
Alison earned her nursing certificate in 1989 and has continuously expanded her education and experience since that time. She earned a BScN in 2002, a MN in 2004 and throughout her career, Alison has focused on Women’s Health including Obstetrics and Infertility. Alison was in the first group to obtain the Perinatal Nursing Certification in Canada (PNC(C)) with the Canadian Nurses Association. In 2017 Alison was part of the committee to update the PNC(C) exam and has been asked to return in 2019.
Since 2005, Alison has served a variety of leadership roles at Manager and Director levels, acquiring significant experience in handling Human Resources, Project Management and Quality Management. Alison has led Accreditation Canada and the Out of Hospital Program for CPSO teams for Fertility Clinics. She currently oversees clinical operations and regulatory compliance for Integramed Canadian Fertility Practices in Ontario.