As of May 16, 2025, the UMB MARCH program has successfully trained 47 providers, including 44 (94%) Advanced Practice Clinicians (APCs).
Success Stories and Impact

Training Success

Geographic Expansion
The UMB MARCH program has doubled the number of Maryland counties with a trained abortion provider by, expanding from nine to 18 counties.

Rural Health
The UMB MARCH program’s trained fellows are currently practicing in 10 (56%) of 18 rural Maryland counties.
Clinical Providers Trained as of May 2025
The color gradient represents the number of providers trained, with white indicating none and progressively darker tones indicating higher training counts. (Exact numbers are not displayed to protect the confidentiality of trained providers.)
Clinical Providers Trained as of Dec. 2024
The color gradient represents the number of providers trained, with white indicating none and progressively darker tones indicating higher training counts. (Exact numbers are not displayed to protect the confidentiality of trained providers.)
Clinical Providers Trained as of Aug. 2024
The color gradient represents the number of providers trained, with white indicating none and progressively darker tones indicating higher training counts. (Exact numbers are not displayed to protect the confidentiality of trained providers.)
Ongoing Efforts and Future Needs
While MARCH is expanding its trainings, continued efforts are needed to broaden its reach.
The Abortion Provider Landscape Prior to the UMB MARCH Program
Total verified in-person abortion provider clinics in Maryland: 28 (Source: abortionfinder.org)
In the News
Testimonials from Clinicians
“I just wanted to underscore how phenomenal of a program you all put together! Thank you all for the thoughtfulness, dedication to details, and hard work to facilitate this program.”
“It has influenced my attitude in a positive way and also decreased my anxiety around providing this service. I initially thought it was complicated and out of my scope of practice. Through this program I have been empowered and feel confident I can effectively manage this patient population.”
“I have a greater understanding of the impact I can make on someone’s life by helping them have the ability to maintain their own personal agency.”
“It has eased any concerns I may have had previously and increased my conviction to help expand access.”
“Thank you! This was a gift. I both learned a lot and loved it.”
“One of the best trainings I’ve ever done.”
“The MARCH Program is empowering, well-organized, and impactful.”
Contact
Maryland Abortion and Reproductive Clinical Health (MARCH)
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The UMB MARCH Program is made possible through funding and partnership with the Maryland Department of Health.