by Dr. Geoffrey Sher | Nov 14, 2023 | Blastocysts, Embryo, Embryo Transfer, Genetically Testing IVF Embryos, NGS, PGS, Preimplantation
Human embryo development is a marvel of intricate processes, including reprogramming, sequential cleavage divisions, mitotic chromosome segregation, and embryonic genome activation. However, the journey towards a successful pregnancy is not without its challenges, as...
by Dr. Geoffrey Sher | Oct 5, 2023 | Age and Fertility, Blastocysts, DOR, Egg Banking, Egg Freezing, Egg Quality, Embryo Freezing, Fertility Preservation, IVF for older women, PGS
It’s crucial for women to make informed decisions about fertility preservation. Delaying trying to conceive, relying on egg freezing, or assuming the biological clock can be paused are misconceptions. As women age, egg quality declines, affecting the chance of a...
by Dr. Geoffrey Sher | Jun 9, 2023 | Age and Fertility, Blastocysts, Chromosomes, Controlled ovarian Stimulation (COS), COS, Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Diminished Ovarian Reserve (DOR), DOR, egg competency, Egg Quality, Embryo, Embryo Incompetency, Failed IVF, interpreting Blood hCG, IVF, IVF and blood hCG, IVF Failure, IVF for older women, IVF Outcome, OHSS, ovarian reserve, Ovarian Stimulation, Stimulation
The journey of in vitro fertilization can be a rollercoaster of emotions for many patients. Often times they have to face the harsh reality that the number and quality of eggs retrieved has fallen short of their expectations. Then, should fertilization of these eggs...
by Dr. Geoffrey Sher | Jan 31, 2022 | Blastocysts, DOR, Eggs, Ovarian, PSG
Egg Freezing versus Banking of PGS-Tested Blastocysts, in a Young Woman with prematurely Diminishing Ovarian Reserve (DOR)?Questions posed:Hi Dr Sher, thank you for all that you do in sharing your fertility knowledge. I have learned a lot from your articles and...
by Dr. Geoffrey Sher | Nov 17, 2021 | Blastocysts, Blastomeres, Embryo, IVF, Uterus
Embryo transfer (ET) is undoubtedly a rate limiting factor in IVF. The IVF doctor’s expertise in performing ET is one of the most important factors determining IVF outcome. It requires the dexterity, skill, and gentle touch that can only truly come through...
