Fertility Talk with RSC NJ

Fertility Talk with RSC NJ

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Fertility Talk with RSC NJ episodes

  • Myths of Contraception and Fertility
    There are many myths floating around regarding the impact of contraception on fertility. As there are many types of contraception, it is important for couples to understand the basic facts so they can be more educated on any long term effects contraception might have on their ability to conceive a child in the future. Here to discuss the many contraception choices available, the correct way to use them, and if they will affect your ability to get pregnant in the future is Dr. Virginia Mensah. She is a specialist in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at The Reproductive Science Center of New Jersey.
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  • What To Expect in the Evaluation of Male Infertility
    The male role in fertility by itself affects up to 40 percent of couples. The most important goal in male infertility is to establish the correct diagnosis. We usually work with each male patient’s urologist to reach this goal. Some infertility problems could suggest a more serious medical condition that if not diagnosed properly may become life altering or may affect the offspring. Here to tell us what you can expect in the evaluation of male infertility is Dr. Virginia Mensah. She is a specialist in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at The Reproductive Science Center of New Jersey.
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  • The Importance of Good Preconception Care
    If you are trying to have a baby or are just thinking about it, it is not too early to start getting ready for pregnancy. Preconception healthcare is important for women and focuses on taking steps now to protect the health of a baby in the future. Here to tell us about the importance of good preconception care and the steps you should take now if you are planning to try to get pregnant is Dr. Virginia Mensah, she is a specialist in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at The Reproductive Science Center of New Jersey.
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  • ERA Biopsy- Endometrial Receptivity Analysis for Implantation Failure

    If you have had implantation failure, there is a test available that can help evaluate the woman's endometrial receptivity from a molecular perspective. This advanced technology is a personalized genetic test to diagnose the state of endometrial receptivity in the window of implantation.

    In this segment, Dr. William Ziegler discusses the ERA Biopsy- Endometrial Receptivity Analysis to help if you have had implantation issues.

    12 min
  • Autoimmune Diseases and Infertility
    Autoimmune diseases such as celiac disease, chrones disease, lupus and inflammatory bowel disease seem to be on the rise in the last 20 years.

    Might these diseases be associated with infertility?

    In todays segment, Dr Alan Martinez discusses autoimmune diseases, their possible link to infertility and the treatment options available for women with an autoimmune disease that are trying to get pregnant.
    11 min
  • Unexplained Infertility

    Many couples are told that they have unexplained or idiopathic infertility, meaning doctors cannot seem to find anything wrong with either the male or female after analysis of sperm and fallopian tubes or uterus.

    In this segment, Dr William Ziegler discusses some possible causes of unexplained infertility and what the options might be for a couple trying to conceive.

    12 min
  • Donor Eggs: Fresh vs Frozen
    If a woman cannot become pregnant using her own eggs, either by sexual intercourse, artificial insemination or IVF, she may choose to use eggs donated by another woman.

    A women has the choice between fresh or frozen eggs. Frozen eggs eliminate the need for cycle coordination, as the egg retrieval process is already complete. Fresh and frozen donor eggs have about the same pregnancy success rate of 55-63%. Listen as Dr Martinez discusses donor eggs, fresh vs frozen.
    11 min
  • What to Expect From Infertility Counseling

    Infertility is a medical condition not unlike other medical conditions – it can affect all aspects of your life.

    Everyone undergoes emotional stressors as they pursue infertility treatment. Feeling overwhelmed, sad, exhausted, frustrated, angry, ashamed, among many others, at times are perfectly normal responses. But if you are experiencing these feelings persistently or are having difficulty managing other emotions related to your infertility, you might benefit from infertility counseling. 

    In this segment, Dr. William Ziegler discusses the primary goal of infertility counseling is to help individuals and couples learn how to cope with the physical and emotional changes associated with infertility, and some signs that infertility counseling would be helpful to you.

    10 min
  • What is an IU? Clomid vs Superovulation
    Ovulation disorders are one of the most common causes of female infertility. Drug therapies are often used to treat infertility caused by ovulatory disorders. Listen as Hina Ahmed, MS discusses Clomid vs Superovulation to help increase a womens chance of becoming pregnant.
    11 min

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Listen to the latest informational podcasts from RSC New Jersey fertility experts Dr. William Ziegler, Dr. Alan Martinez, and Dr. Virginia Mensah.