by Dr. Geoffrey Sher | Jun 20, 2024 | Controlled ovarian Stimulation (COS), DOR, Estrogen, Follicle, OHSS, Ovarian Stimulation, Ovarian Stimulation Protocols
The Importance of Tailored Ovarian Stimulation Protocols Selecting the right ovarian stimulation protocol is one of the most crucial steps in the IVF process. There’s no “one-size-fits-all” approach; each protocol must be tailored to the individual. The ovaries have...
by Dr. Geoffrey Sher | Nov 17, 2023 | Controlled ovarian Stimulation (COS), Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Diminished Ovarian Reserve (DOR), DOR, Ovarian Stimulation, Ovarian Stimulation Protocols
Premature luteinization, is a condition where a progressive increase in LH (luteinizing hormone) disrupts the development and maturation of follicles and eggs before the planned hCG trigger is initiated. This phenomenon is not an isolated occurrence; it results from a...
by Dr. Geoffrey Sher | Jul 24, 2023 | Controlled ovarian Stimulation (COS), COS, Follicle, IVF, IVF Outcome, IVF Protocols
“Empty Follicle Syndrome” is a misleading term because follicles always contain eggs. However, some eggs may have difficulties detaching and being retrieved. This is more likely to happen when multiple attempts are needed to retrieve an egg from a follicle,...
by Dr. Geoffrey Sher | Jul 18, 2023 | Controlled ovarian Stimulation (COS), COS, Intrauterine Insemination (IUI), iui, IVF, IVF Protocols, micro ivf, Ovarian Stimulation Protocols
Intrauterine insemination (IUI), the injection of sperm into the uterus by means of a catheter directed through the cervix, has been practiced for many years. The premise of this procedure is that sperm can reach and fertilize the egg more easily if placed directly...
by Dr. Geoffrey Sher | Jul 14, 2023 | Controlled ovarian Stimulation (COS), Endometriosis, Immunology, In Vitro Fertilization, Infertility, Infertility doctor, IVF
Endometriosis is a condition where the lining of the uterus grows in other places besides its usual spot inside the uterus. It can affect the Fallopian tubes, ovaries, and bowel and on rare occasions can even disseminate beyond the pelvis and abdominal cavity. While...
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...
