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  • Dear Patients,

    I created this forum to welcome any questions you have on the topic of infertility, IVF, conception, testing, evaluation, or any related topics. I do my best to answer all questions in less than 24 hours. I know your question is important and, in many cases, I will answer within just a few hours. Thank you for taking the time to trust me with your concern.

    – Geoffrey Sher, MD

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  1. Age & Fertility

    Soy mujer de 48 años

    Mi pregunta es será cierto k me pueden ayudarme para q mequedo empezada — Tomasa H.

    Dr. Drew Tortoriello answered

    Please re-post in English! Geoff Sher Herewith are online links to 2 E-books recently co-authored with my partner at SFS-NY (Drew Tortoriello MD)....... for your reading pleasure: From In Vitro Fertilization to Family: A Journey with Sher Fertility Solutions (SFS) ; https://sherfertilitysolutions.com/sher-fertility-solutions-ebook.pdf Recurrent Pregnancy Loss and Unexplained IVF…

  2. Third-Party Reproduction

    Surrogacy

    We are interested in surrogacy. We have the surrogate, we are using our own eggs and have health insurance. — Cindy P.

    Dr. Drew Tortoriello answered

    IVF surrogacy is a remarkable process that allows individuals and couples to fulfill their dreams of parenthood, offering a path to hope and happiness. Let’s explore this transformative journey, step by step, emphasizing the positive aspects and the incredible possibilities it holds. The Gift of Surrogacy: IVF surrogacy…

  3. Egg Health & Ovarian Reserve

    Fertility at 41

    Hello Dr Sher, I am a physician G3P2 who has gone through 6 cycles of IVF for my 3rd child. (My elder two are 11 and 9 who were naturally conceived and delivered NSVD). I have done luteal phase stimulation… — Heena P.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    Thank you for reaching out to me. We should talk. I recommend that you contact my assistant, Patti Converse at concierge@sherivf.com and set up an online consultation with me to discuss. In the meanwhile, please see below. Geoff Sher ADDRESSING ADVANCING AGE AND DIMINISHING OVARIAN RESERVE (DOR) IN…

  4. Clinic & Practice

    Consultation for egg freezing

    Hello! Are you available for a remote consultation in the next couple weeks? Would love to speak at your earliest availability. Thank you! — Jiji W.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    For more than 50 years, scientists have been working to perfect the art of freezing and storing a woman's eggs, also known as “egg banking”. Although there have been challenges, the progress has been both amazing and is promising. Since the birth of the first "frozen egg baby"…

  5. Clinic & Practice

    Consult with Dr. Sher

    Recommendation regarding future IVF treatment- 41 y.o Female with DOR; multiple IVF cycles; embryos don't make it to blastocyst (only had 2 blastocysts) so far. — Neha K.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    I agree! This requires an online consultation; I suggest you contact my assistant (Patti) and set this up with me. In the meanwhile, see below. Embarking on the journey of IVF often raises questions about the likelihood of success and the quality of embryos. While it’s challenging to…

  6. Immunology & Implantation

    Repeated Implantation Failures and MC

    Good morning Dr. Sher, My name is Xuandao ("Dao") Nguyen, I'm 42 yo and currently in round 4 of IVF at my local clinic here in Atlanta (ACRM). I want to give you a brief summary of my case and… — Xuandao N.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    In my opinion, you have a likely implantation dysfunction . It could be anatomical or immunologic. I suggest you contact my assistant, Patti at concierge@sherIVF.com to set up an online consultation with me. Implantation dysfunction is often overlooked as a significant reason for IVF failure. This is especially…

  7. In vitro

    No hablo inglés sólo español — Daysi B.

    Dr. Drew Tortoriello answered

    Please re-post in English! Geoff Sher

  8. Embryos & Genetic Testing

    Eight losses

    Hello, my name is Vikki Carpenter. I am 40 years old and started IVF last year. I have one IVF failure (chemical), and 7 other chemical pregnancies before IVF. The pattern is virtually the same: I get pregnant and within… — Vikki C.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    UNDERSTANDING RECURRENT PREGNANCY LOSS ( RPL): CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS. When it comes to reproduction, humans face challenges compared to other mammals. A significant number of fertilized eggs in humans do not result in live births, with up to 75% failing to develop, and around 30% of pregnancies ending…

  9. Third-Party Reproduction

    Donación de ovuloss

    Quisiera saber si soy apta para la donación de óvulos — Leydi M.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    Please post in English! Geoff Sher Herewith are online links to 2 E-books recently co-authored with my partner at SFS-NY (Drew Tortoriello MD)....... for your reading pleasure: From In Vitro Fertilization to Family: A Journey with Sher Fertility Solutions (SFS) ; https://sherfertilitysolutions.com/sher-fertility-solutions-ebook.pdf Recurrent Pregnancy Loss and Unexplained IVF…

  10. Embryos & Genetic Testing

    News Reporter

    hi, would love to talk to you about PGT testing for a story. — Amy K.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    Please contact my assistant Patti (concierge@sherIVF.com. Geoff Sher Herewith are online links to 2 E-books recently co-authored with my partner at SFS-NY (Drew Tortoriello MD)....... for your reading pleasure: From In Vitro Fertilization to Family: A Journey with Sher Fertility Solutions (SFS) ; https://sherfertilitysolutions.com/sher-fertility-solutions-ebook.pdf Recurrent Pregnancy Loss and…

  11. Uterine & Endometrial Health

    Progesterone Levels

    I went through a modified natural cycle that more or less turned into a medicated cycle since estrogen was added for the lining and also used vaginal progesterone and 1ml PIO On transfer day progesterone was >40.4 Estrogen 72 (… — Adriana L.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    No! This has nothing to do with your progesterone level. Geoff Sher Herewith are online links to 2 E-books recently co-authored with my partner at SFS-NY (Drew Tortoriello MD)....... for your reading pleasure: From In Vitro Fertilization to Family: A Journey with Sher Fertility Solutions (SFS) ; https://sherfertilitysolutions.com/sher-fertility-solutions-ebook.pdf…

  12. Ovarian Stimulation & OHSS

    Egg Retrieval Process

    How many eggs can be retrieved during the egg retrieval/ egg freezing process? How many tend to remain viable (% wise)? How long can the eggs be frozen for and does the egg viability decline after a certain time frame? — Xxxxxx

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    This all varies depending on age, ovarian reserve and the cause of an underlying infertility issue. Below find information on egg Banking:. Feel free to call my assistant, Patti and set up an online consultation with me. EGG BANKING: “The bottom line is that because of the traumatic…

  13. IVF Failure & Pregnancy Loss

    Reoccurring-Implantation Failure

    Dear Dr. Sher, My husband and I are trying to get pregnant for a while. The last test that they performed was taking a tissue sample from my uterus, and the results showed periglandular clusters in NK cells (CD138). My… — Silvia H.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    IMPLANTATION DYSFUNCTION Implantation dysfunction is often overlooked as a significant reason for IVF failure. This is especially true when IVF failure is unexplained, or when there are recurring pregnancy losses or underlying issues with the uterus, such as endo-uterine surface lesions, thin uterine lining (endometrium), or immunological factors.…

  14. Cost & Insurance

    Quiero otro

    Quiero saber el precio para serlo y quiero ir a un lugar serca donde you vivo un officina clinica — Maria D.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    Please post in English! Geoff Sher Herewith are online links to 2 E-books recently co-authored with my partner at SFS-NY (Drew Tortoriello MD)....... for your reading pleasure: From In Vitro Fertilization to Family: A Journey with Sher Fertility Solutions (SFS) ; https://sherfertilitysolutions.com/sher-fertility-solutions-ebook.pdf Recurrent Pregnancy Loss and Unexplained IVF…

  15. Third-Party Reproduction

    Donación de ovuloss

    Quisiera saber si soy apta para la donación de óvulos — Leydi M.

    Dr. Geoffrey Sher answered

    __Please post in English! Geoff Sher Herewith are online links to 2 E-books recently co-authored with my partner at SFS-NY (Drew Tortoriello MD)....... for your reading pleasure: From In Vitro Fertilization to Family: A Journey with Sher Fertility Solutions (SFS) ; https://sherfertilitysolutions.com/sher-fertility-solutions-ebook.pdf Recurrent Pregnancy Loss and Unexplained IVF…

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