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 | Oct 17, 2023 | egg competency, Egg Quality, Embryo Incompetency, Gonadotropin, Gonadotropins, IVF Outcome, IVF Protocols, Ovarian Stimulation, Ovarian Stimulation Protocols, PCOS
Understanding the intricate interplay of hormones and the impact on egg development empowers us to create personalized protocols, offering hope for improved egg quality and ultimately optimizing the chances of successful IVF for women with PCOS. Polycystic Ovary...
by Dr. Geoffrey Sher | Aug 14, 2023 | Birth Control Pill, Egg Quality, Embryo, IVF, IVF Outcome, Ovarian Stimulation, Ovarian Stimulation Protocols
Does Birth Control Pill (BCP) Suppress Ovarian Follicular Response Or Compromise Egg/Embryo Quality? Many people believe that using the birth control pill (BCP) can suppress the response to ovarian stimulation. However, this is not true if certain precautions are...
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 | Mar 11, 2022 | Controlled ovarian Stimulation (COS), Ovarian, Ovarian Stimulation
Best Ovarian Stimulation Protocols for IVF with guest Dr. Geoffrey SherTo view the PODCAST CLICK HEREThis article originally appeared on The Egg Whisperer Show, hosted by Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh. You can find her site, along with other episodes like this one at her...
by Dr. Geoffrey Sher | Apr 24, 2020 | IVF, Ovarian Stimulation
Ovulation occurs within 38-42 hours of initiation of the spontaneous luteinizing hormone (LH) surge (which can be detected in the blood or urine prior to this event) and/or hCG administered following controlled ovarian stimulation (COS) with gonadotropins. One or more...
