On January 22, 2021 Drs. John Frattarelli, Anatte Karmon, and Emily Goulet hosted a Facebook Live Session about the Covid-19 vaccine.  During this session, the doctors answered questions and explained the Covid-19 Vaccine in regards to fertility.  Question such as: Can this vaccine affect future pregnancy? When should someone get the Covid vaccine and which vaccine? Can you still get Covid after getting the vaccine? What are common side effects after receiving the vaccine? Any effects on men (ie sperm count/quality) after getting the vaccine? What routine vaccines are recommended in regards to fertility? Many patients have asked if the Covid-19 vaccine is safe prior pregnancy. The Covid-19 vaccines by Pfizer and Moderna are novel mRNA vaccines with an efficacy rate of 95 percent. It is important to note that mRNA is not a live vaccine, it does not replicate or change your DNA, nor is it expected to have any long term genetic consequences. In addition, the mRNA vaccine does not harm fertility or reproduction, such as sperm and egg quality or count, and is safe to use if you are trying to conceive. The common side effects from the vaccine are pain at the injection site and flu like symptoms.  Please talk to your physician to see if getting the vaccine is recommended for you.  Fertility Institute of Hawaii is dedicated to making your fertility journey a safe, successful, and affordable one. We are currently doing many of our appointments from the comfort of your own home via telemedicine and we are now starting to schedule for certain in-office visits as well. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call us at 808-545-2800. Helping to Create New Beginnings…

On December 16, 2020 Drs. John L. Frattarelli, Anatte Karmon, and Emily Goulet hosted a Facebook Live Session about Ovulation Induction.  During this session, the doctors answered questions and explained that ovulation induction is when fertility medications are used to stimulate the release of one or more eggs from the ovary. Common medications used for an ovulation induction cycle include Clomiphene Citrate, better known as Clomid, as well as Letrozole. Injectable medications like a trigger shot, amongst others, are often used as well and may be best suited for certain patients. Side effects are typically minimal and it is only for a short course of treatment. This could include things like headache, hot flashes, or sometimes the development of a cyst. In other cases, there may be no ovarian or uterine response to medications, and treatment is then adjusted. The typical success rate for an ovulation induction cycle population-wide is 20%, always remembering that the process is a journey. Many times, this will be the first step in the family-building quest. Lastly, this segment also explains which patients specifically can benefit from this treatment and if it is the correct option for them, as well as the cost.  For more information please call our office at 808-545-2800 to schedule a consultation with one of our physicians, or visit our website https://www.ivfcenterhawaii.com/

On November 19, 2020, Drs. Anatte Karmon and Emily Goulet hosted a Live Session about Family Building for LGBTQ+ Patients.  At the Fertility Institute of Hawaii, our goal is to help ALL people build their family regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, gender, ability, or sexual orientation. We offer general gynecology and reproductive care in a supportive and inclusive environment.   Patients who wish to have a family, may consider donor sperm using an anonymous or known donor for IUI treatment, a gestational carrier or surrogate for IVF treatment, and a host of other options that may be best for their particular situation. We are also able to help those patients who wish to transition and to cryopreserve their eggs or sperm for possible future use.  Fertility Institute of Hawaii is dedicated to making your fertility journey a safe, successful, and affordable one. We are currently doing many of our appointments from the comfort of your own home via telemedicine and we are now starting to schedule for certain in-office visits as well. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call us at 808-545-2800. Helping to Create New Beginnings…

On October 23, 2020 Drs. John L. Frattarelli and Anatte Karmon hosted a Facebook Live Session about Fertility Preservation – What Are My Options?  Fertility preservation is more successful now than ever before. With the recent advances in technology, the Fertility Institute of Hawaii is able to cryopreserve embryos, eggs, or sperm for patients in Hawaii. There are many reasons that patients may wish to undergo this process. Male patients may be undergoing a vasectomy and wish to preserve sperm for later use. Female patients may preserve their eggs, as they are currently not yet ready to start a family, but are advancing in biological age. Cancer patients may have the opportunity to preserve their fertility before starting radiation or chemotherapy which has the potential to negatively affect their ability to have children.  Fertility Institute of Hawaii is dedicated to making your fertility journey a safe, successful, and affordable one. We are currently doing many of our appointments from the comfort of your own home via telemedicine and we are now starting to schedule for certain in-office visits as well. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call us at 808-545-2800. Helping to Create New Beginnings…

On September 9, 2020, Drs. John L. Frattarelli and Anatte Karmon hosted a Live Session about Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, with guest speaker Dr. Greigh Hirata.  Early pregnancy loss is a devastating but common complication that occurs in 15% of clinically recognized pregnancies. Approximately 2% of women experience two consecutive pregnancy losses, but the overwhelming majority of these women will have a subsequent live birth.  Although most women will go on to have a baby after having a miscarriage, there are some tests and treatments that may diminish the risk of an additional pregnancy loss, which were discussed in great detail.  For more information please call our office at 808-545-2800 to schedule a consultation with one of our physicians, or visit our website https://www.ivfcenterhawaii.com/

On August 4, 2020, Drs. John Frattarelli & Anatte Karmon hosted a Live Session about PGT &  Genetic Carrier Screening - What Every Fertility Patient Should Know.  This live session addressed common tests that are available to help and assist with the success of the IVF journey. What are chromosomes? What are genes? The process and specifics of the testing, as well as purpose were discussed with the goal of educating anyone who is about to embark on the IVF journey for family-building.  For more information please call our office at 808-545-2800 to schedule a consultation with one of our physicians, or visit our website https://www.ivfcenterhawaii.com/

On June 22, 2020, Drs. John Frattarelli & Anatte Karmon hosted a Live Session about Common Pregnancy Complications Experienced By Infertility Patients.  Join us in welcoming guest speaker, Dr. Janet Burlingame who specializes in Maternal Fetal Medicine.  During pregnancy complications are difficult to predict. "Ask the Docs," will address frequently asked questions, strategies, protocols, and guidelines for women seeking infertility treatment both before and during their pregnancy.  Fertility Institute of Hawaii is dedicated to making your fertility journey a safe, successful, and affordable one. We are currently doing many of our appointments from the comfort of your own home via telemedicine and we are now starting to schedule for certain in-office visits as well. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call us at 808-545-2800. Helping to Create New Beginnings…

On May 19, 2020, Drs. John Frattarelli and Anatte Karmon hosted a Live Session about Infertility and Mental Health.  Join us in welcoming guest speaker, Dr. Carrie Eichberg who specializes in providing psychology services for patients undergoing fertility treatment and works with our office regularly. Mental health is just as important as ever during this time so we'd like to highlight this important area of fertility care  Fertility Institute of Hawaii is dedicated to making your fertility journey a safe, successful, and affordable one. We are currently doing many of our appointments from the comfort of your own home via telemedicine and we are now starting to schedule for certain in-office visits as well. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call us at 808-545-2800. Helping to Create New Beginnings…

On April 20, 2020, Drs. John Frattarelli & Anatte Karmon hosted a Live Session about Telehealth.  During this uncertain time, we are offering #Telemedicine Video Consultations, in addition to our in-person visits. The #telehealth consults allow us to still be here for our patients no matter what. If you, or someone you know, is struggling with #infertility, don’t hesitate to reach out. Our staff, nurses and doctors are still here to support youn  Fertility Institute of Hawaii is dedicated to making your fertility journey a safe, successful, and affordable one. We are currently doing many of our appointments from the comfort of your own home via telemedicine and we are now starting to schedule for certain in-office visits as well. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call us at 808-545-2800. Helping to Create New Beginnings…