If more people knew smoking and vaping poses as a very real and direct cause infertility and menopause, would it be as prevalent? Amongst a myriad of other impacts, smoking seriously damages egg and sperm quality. Further, the chemicals (such…
One of the great joys of my profession is being able to leverage modern assisted reproductive technology techniques to provide LGBTQ couples with a myriad of family building options. As a fertility doctor, I recognize my LGBTQ patients as a…
Ovulation is the release of an egg from the ovary. When you ovulate, you are ‘in the game’ so to speak – and if you win, you conceive a pregnancy! Thus, learning how to track your ovulation is essential to…
The Embryo Transfer: this is the culmination of IVF treatment. The moment every patient eagerly awaits. The embryo may have been created and frozen in a prior IVF cycle, months or even years ago. Or it could be a ‘fresh’…
In the evolving landscape of fertility treatment, several terminologies and processes often garner a lot of attention. Mini IVF, also known as “minimal stimulation” IVF or “natural cycle” IVF, is one such method that has sparked an intriguing discussion in…
PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) is one of the most common problems I diagnose and treat (especially in patients in their 20s to early 30s). PCOS is associated with irregular menstrual cycles – due to irregular ovulation caused by the ovaries…
In vitro fertilization (IVF) can be a very efficient and effective treatment option for couples struggling with infertility and can allow for embryo banking as a way to preserve one’s fertility for the future. One of the most critical aspects…
For many women, ovulation is just another part of their menstrual cycle. However, for some, it can be a painful and uncomfortable experience. Understanding why ovulation can be painful and what is considered normal versus concerning can help women better…
As women, we are often told that our fertility is a ticking time bomb and that we need to be proactive in monitoring it. One of the ways that this is done is by checking our AMH levels regularly. AMH,…
Understanding ovulation and dominant follicle selection is the key to understanding so much about your reproductive system. The process of selecting and ovulating a dominant follicle is known as folliculogenesis and ovulation, respectively. It is a complex process that involves…