About
Dr. Amy Tressan, MD, co-founded Open Arms Primary Care with a clinical background rooted in family medicine and reproductive health. She studied at the University of Wisconsin, Madison and the University of Southern California before earning her medical degree from Thomas Jefferson Medical College. She then completed her Family Medicine residency at UCLA.
Dr. Tressan holds board certification in Family Medicine and completed two fellowships focused on reproductive health: one through the Reproductive Health Access Project at Tufts University and another through the Physicians for Reproductive Health Leadership Training Academy. She holds leadership positions in the Reproductive Health Access Project, the Los Angeles Academy of Family Physicians, and the California Academy of Family Physicians. Her clinical philosophy holds that health reflects not just biology, but life experience, identity, access, and community. She brings a trauma-informed lens to every patient encounter, with particular expertise in reproductive health, contraception, menstrual disorders, and chronic condition management.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Wisconsin, Madison and University of Southern California
Medical School
Thomas Jefferson Medical College
Residency
Family Medicine, UCLA
Fellowship
Family Planning, Tufts University (RHAP); Physicians for Reproductive Health Leadership Training Academy
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Tressan right for?
Dr. Tressan is an excellent fit for adults who prioritize reproductive and sexual health as part of their primary care. Her dual fellowship training makes her especially suited for patients navigating contraception, preconception planning, or menstrual disorders. She also treats depression, anxiety, and substance use disorder. Patients who value trauma-informed, identity-affirming care will connect with her approach. Note that Dr. Tressan does not currently accept new primary care patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Tressan specializes in family medicine with a particular focus on reproductive health. Her areas of expertise include contraception, preconception planning, menstrual disorders, and trauma-informed care. She also manages chronic conditions, depression, anxiety, and substance use disorder.
Yes. Dr. Tressan holds board certification in Family Medicine. She also completed fellowship training in family planning through the Reproductive Health Access Project at Tufts University and through the Physicians for Reproductive Health Leadership Training Academy.
Dr. Tressan earned her medical degree from Thomas Jefferson Medical College. She completed her Family Medicine residency at UCLA. Her reproductive health fellowship training took place at Tufts University through RHAP and through the Physicians for Reproductive Health Leadership Training Academy.
Dr. Tressan does not currently accept new primary care patients. Dr. Connolly and Dr. Poulin remain available for new members. Contact the practice directly for the most current availability.
Dr. Tressan believes health reflects far more than biology alone. She recognizes that life experiences, identity, access, and community all shape a person's health. She brings a trauma-informed, inclusive approach to every visit, building trust carefully and attentively over time.
Dr. Tressan holds active leadership positions in the Reproductive Health Access Project, the Los Angeles Academy of Family Physicians, and the California Academy of Family Physicians. Her advocacy focuses on reproductive health access and health equity.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026