Why IVF is the treatment of choice when it comes to Infertile Women over 40Y
Consider the fact that at age 40-43 years, the birth rate per cycle of treatment with injectible fertility drugs alone, or in combination with…
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Treating Endometriosis Related Infertility: Dr. Geoffrey Sher & Dr. Aimee
This article and interview originally aired on The Egg Whisperer Show with Dr. Aimee, and can be seen here: https://draimee.org/treating-endometriosis-related-infertility-with-guest-dr-geoffrey-sher You can also see…
Causes of Infertility
Infertility is defined as inability to conceive in spite of engaging in well-timed unprotected sex for more than one year. The causes of infertility…
Staggered-In Vitro Fertilization (ST- IVF) : A Paradigm Shift: Heralded by the Introduction of Ultrarapid Embryo/Egg Freezing (Vitrification)
Cryopreservation of human embryos has been a routine procedure since the early 1980s. Until quite recently, it involved a “conventional” slow freezing process which…
IVF Using Own Eggs : When is it Time to Move on?
Because of the emotional, physical, and financial toll exacted by IVF, it is preferable that no one undertake a one‑shot attempt. If a couple…
A RATIONAL BASIS FOR SELECTIVE OVARIAN STIMULATION IN OLDER WOMEN AND THOSE WITH DIMINISHED OVARIAN RESERVE (DOR)
_WHEN IT COMES TO THE SELECTION OF OVARIAN STIMULATION PROTOCOLS FOR OLDER WOMEN AND THOSE WHO HAVE DOR THERE IS IN MY OPINION,…
The Basic Infertility Work-Up: Tests & Fertility Evaluation
This interview originally ran on The Egg Whisperer Show with Dr. Aimee. TO WATCH THE EPISODE, AND LEARN MORE, PLEASE VISIT HER WEBSITE…
Treatment of Recurrent Pregnancy Loss (RPL) due to Alloimmune Implantation Dysfunction : Comparing cases with a “Partial” versus a “Complete” Match (rare)
All humans have two DQ-alpha genes, one of which is contributed by the father and the other by the mother. In a small…
The Best Ovarian Stimulation Protocols for IVF episode with Dr. Sher
BEST OVARIAN STIMULATION PROTOCOLS FOR IVF WITH GUEST DR. GEOFFREY SHER To view the PODCAST CLICK HERE [https://youtu.be/dBq57mVIrkc] This article originally appeared on…
“What is IUI?” on The Egg Whisperer Show
WHAT IS IUI WITH GUEST DR. GEOFFREY SHER VIEW PODCAST HERE [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H92M19NSrfk&feature=youtu.be] This article originally appeared on The Egg Whisperer Show, hosted by…
Controlled Ovarian Stimulation (COS) for IVF: Selecting the ideal protocol
In order for any organism to attain an optimal state of maturation (ripening) it must first undergo full growth and development. A fruit…
Diagnosing and Treating Infertility due to Diminished Ovarian Reserve (DOR)
_Ovarian reserve_ is the term used to describe the extent of a woman’s ovarian egg supply. Diminished ovarian reserve (DOR) refers to a reduction…
Hereditary Clotting Defects (Thrombophilia)
Thrombophilia (Hereditary Clotting Defect) is defined as the genetic predisposition to developing intravascular thrombosis. It is due to hypercoagulability of blood leading to…
IVF: FACTORS AFFECTING EGG/EMBRYO “COMPETENCY” DURING CONTROLLED OVARIAN STIMULATION (COS)
The potential for a woman’s eggs to undergo orderly development and maturation, while in large part being genetically determined can be profoundly influenced…
Preimplantation Genetic Sampling (PGS) Using: Next Generation Gene Sequencing (NGS): Method of Choice
About 10 years ago, Levent Keskintepe PhD and I introduced
Centers for disease control (CDC)IVF: The Economic Realities
Patrick Steptoe and Robert Edwards were responsible for the birth of the world’s 1st IVF baby, Louise Brown, in 1978. Since then about >5…
Egg Freezing and Banking: What are the Merits? (Case Report)
Hi Dr Sher, I am considering pursuing egg freezing in a few months. I had an initial consult with and RE in which…
Embryo Banking/Stockpiling: Slows the “Biological Clock” and offers a Selective Alternative to IVF-Egg Donation
An ever increasing number of American women first seek
Endometriosis and Infertility
Endometriosis is a condition that occurs when the uterine lining (endometrium) grows not only in the interior of the uterus but in other…
Selective Banking of Genetically Tested Donor Eggs
 As a woman ages beyond 30 years, the quality of her eggs starts to decline progressively and with it also her fertility potential.…