ASRM Today Podcast

Today on the program we are going to catch up on recent news and events from ASRM.

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It's Mental Health Awareness Month, and today, we are discussing the intersection of reproductive health and psychological health with Dr. Sylvia Schneider Fox. Dr. Fox graduated with honors with a doctorate in clinical psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology and has over 25 years of experience working in the mental health field.

In this episode, Dr. Fox talks about the role of psychology in reproductive health, starting from the 1930s to the present. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing that reproductive difficulties and trauma affect mental health and psychological well-being. She also highlights the growth of the Mental Health Professional Group within the American Society for Reproductive Medicine since its inception in 1986.

Dr. Fox sheds light on how grief is often unrecognized in reproductive health due to a lack of understanding of what patients are actually grieving. She discusses how patients grieve the loss of their dreams of having a child, the journey they imagined, the innocence they lost, and the pain and hurt that come with fertility treatment. Dr. Fox also talks about how patients lose control over their lives, bodies, and social lives, leading to additional sources of pain and loss.

Dr. Fox's insights and experience offer valuable guidance on how to deal with grief, loss, and pain in reproductive psychological health.

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In honor of National Women's Health Week, today's podcast episode focuses on issues that men and women face with reproductive health. Our guests for this discussion are Drs. Kelly Lynch and Patricia Bailey. They discuss the importance of parents having conversations with their children about reproductive health issues, no matter their age. Parents often face obstacles in discussing sex and menstruation with their children, and children can get information from many sources, including the internet. To combat this, the doctors suggest having an open and honest conversation with children, asking what they know about these topics, and using current events as opportunities to bring up important issues like consent. Tune in to this episode for important tips on how to approach these topics with your children.

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Check out our latest episode featuring Donna Ruth, Director of Education at the National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health (NPWH). In honor of National Nurses Week, Donna joins us to discuss the many ways in which the NPWH provides education and resources for Women's Health nurse practitioners, including those in reproductive medicine. Anyone interested in the content can access their courses and take advantage of their year-round online continuing education opportunities. Tune in to our conversation with Donna to learn more about NPWH and their upcoming annual meeting.

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Today on the program we are going to catch up on all things ASRM!

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In this episode, we speak with Dr. Gloria Richard-Davis, co-author of the book "Planned Parenthood Strategies for Success and Fertility Assistance: Adoption, Surrogacy, and More." Dr. Richard-Davis is an executive director at the University of Arkansas Medical Sciences and a professor of reproductive endocrinology and infertility in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

This book is intriguing and informative because it's not only based on the science of infertility but it's also grounded in real personal experiences. Each chapter is written with a personal perspective, making it relatable to everyone. Dr. Richard Davis shares how the authors came together, including how lead author Rebecca Clark convinced her to write the book.

Dr. Richard Davis emphasizes how choices are at the heart of everything when it comes to fertility. Reproduction is a natural part of life, and when it doesn't happen, patients go through a process similar to that of death and dying. Acknowledging and accepting the problem is the first step, followed by negotiations with partners about how to approach the problem. Choices are at the heart of almost every decision related to fertility, and going through an unsuccessful cycle can be emotionally charged and expensive.

Join us with Dr. Richard-Davis as we delve deeper into the field of reproductive medicine in this episode of ASRM Today Book Review.

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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Alyssa Snider, VP of Clinical Genetics Services with Igenomix, about translocation flagging from PGT results. Dr. Snider is a genetics expert with a PhD in genetics and a certified genetic counselor. She shares her journey into genetics and how it led her to focus on medical genetics for IVF patients. In this interview, Dr. Snider discusses her co-authored article titled "Criteria to Evaluate Patterns of Segmental and Complete Aneuploidy Utilities in PGT-A Results Suggestive of an Inherited Balanced Translocation or Inversion." The article aims to help healthcare providers, physicians, nurses, and patients determine when aneuploidies are random or part of a larger pattern. Dr. Snyder explains how these patterns are different from genetic conditions like Down syndrome or Klinefelter syndrome, which are usually sporadic. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation with Dr. Snider.

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In this episode, we celebrate National Public Health Week by discussing vaccines and assisted reproductive technology (ART) with our guest, Dr. Jennifer Kawwass. We explore the impact of misinformation surrounding COVID-19 vaccines on ART and the increase in the number of babies born from ART cycles during the pandemic. We also talk about how healthcare providers are assuring patients of the safety and efficacy of ART procedures during the pandemic. Dr. Kawwass also discusses the importance of vaccination for pregnant women and those trying to conceive, and how clinicians can best spread the word about its benefits. Tune in to learn more about the impact of vaccines on ART and reproductive health.

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In this episode, a panel of experts, including Dr. Alan Penzias, Dr. Selena Kalra, and Dr. Zachary Knight, discuss the various types of documents produced by the ASRM Practice Committee. They dive into the three types of documents produced, including guidelines, committee opinions, and guidance documents, and explain the differences between them. The episode also explores the roles of the different members of the committee, such as the chair, task force members, and consulting epidemiologists. Listeners will gain insight into the guideline development process, including the design and execution of systematic literature searches, managing task forces, and determining topic priorities.

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On ASRM Today we get the latest on the most recent ASRM COVID-19 Task Force Update #14 from task force member Dr. Alan Penzias.

To review the latest update visit https://www.asrm.org/globalassets/asrm/asrm-content/news-and-publications/covid-19/covidtaskforceupdate14.pdf

For the CDC Update visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/fully-vaccinated-guidance.html

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