Elizabeth Ann Karlin was an American doctor of internal medicine and women's health as well a leading advocate for women's reproductive rights. By mentoring the founders of Medical Students for Choice, Karlin helped clinicians to provide women with comprehensive care, including timely access to abortion. Originally from New York City, Karlin worked for a short time in Tanzania, where her husband Steven Feierman was engaging in research, before returning to her home in Madison, Wisconsin where she worked throughout the duration of her career. Through her work with abortion access, Karlin was recognized for her work commitment to serving women and her pro-choice stance.