As a Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility Specialist (REI), I work with couples who are struggling with infertility and are looking for ways to conceive. One of the most common treatments we offer is In vitro fertilization (IVF). But, how does…
(SPOILER ALERT: No.) Monkeypox, a smallpox-like virus that originated in Central and West Africa, has popped up in >200 cases in Europe and North America this Spring 2022. On the heels of 3+ years of COVID turning our lives upside…
Most people assume the patients I see are typically 35 and older – but that is so *not true*! Yes, age is a major factor that impacts fertility but there can be many fertility related issues that can impact even…
“Injections to ‘plump up’ the ovaries so we can extract the eggs.” “Shots that jack up your hormones.” These are just some of the ways I have heard patients describe the process of ovarian stimulation for egg retrieval. Whether egg…
A not-so-fun fact that we know all too well is that we have a limited pool of eggs and are unable to regenerate or fix our eggs over time. This leads to an age-related reduction in our natural fertility due…
When patients walk through my door, I can sense their emotional and mental state in an instant. Some may be excited and optimistic – these are the patients who made the appointment in the spirit of being proactive. They may…
The expense of fertility treatment and lack of insurance coverage are a primary reason why people often delay initiating treatment or give up on their journey. It is important to embark on your treatment journey mentally prepared and armed with…
All patients gearing up to start fertility treatment share common concerns about the impact it may have on their daily routine, work schedule, and whether the time commitment required to cycle will warrant explaining their treatment journey to friends and…
As a fertility doctor, I know the ins and outs of the IVF lab and all of the procedures that take place. As a patient who underwent IVF to preserve my fertility via embryo freezing, I had the major advantage…
Whether you’re trying to get pregnant or already expecting, weighing your genetic testing options can be both confusing and daunting. There are so many different types of tests and ways to apply genetic testing to maximize the chance of conceiving,…