Obesity is one of the risk factors affecting fertility—and tackling it together as a couple can make all the difference.

In this episode, Dr Toby Angstmann, an experienced fertility specialist at Flinders Fertility, explores the intricate relationship between obesity and fertility. Dr. Angstmann discusses how factors like age, PCOS, and hormonal disruption linked to obesity can significantly impact reproductive health, with both female and male fertility facing notable challenges. He emphasises the importance of tailored medical advice, collaborative weight loss efforts among partners, and the critical role of nutrition and metabolic health in pregnancy preparation. Dr. Angstmann also highlights bariatric surgery's potential to reverse fertility complications, the importance of fertility preservation strategies, including egg freezing, and the collaborative approach involving various healthcare providers to support individuals on their fertility journeys.

Listen now to learn how to navigate the journey to parenthood with confidence and get the expert advice you need from Dr. Toby Angstmann, a leading fertility specialist.

 

Episode Highlights:

• About Dr Toby Angstmann
• Obesity and fertility challenges
• Medical consequences of obesity on fertility
• Treatment approaches and support on fertility in obesity
• Nutrition and pregnancy preparation
• About bariatric surgery and pregnancy
• Fertility preservation and future planning

 

About Our Guest:

Dr Toby Angstmann is an experienced fertility specialist at Flinders Fertility, Adelaide, SA. His interests are in metabolic fertility disorders, male factor subfertility, endometriosis and complex infertility. 

After time in the Defence Forces, he gained his medical degree at the University of Sydney and holds a Master's in Reproductive Medicine from the UNSW. Something of a polymath, he also has qualifications in forensic medicine and clinical ultrasound. In addition to his medical pursuits, he also set up an award-winning gin and vodka distillery!

Toby follows the latest science and techniques around IVF and firmly supports complementary therapies for wellbeing. 

Connect with Dr Toby Angstmann 

• Website | flindersfertility.com.au
• Instagram | @doctor.tobyangstmann
• Linked In | www.linkedin.com/in/tobias-angstmann

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