Welcome to another informative episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast with your host, Dr. Christina Burns. Today, Dr. Burns is joined by Dr. Forman to discuss the complex issue of diminished ovarian reserve (DOR). They cover the basics of DOR, its diagnosis, and why it doesn't necessarily mean infertility. Dr. Forman provides insights into various strategies, including innovative protocols and lifestyle adjustments, to help patients with DOR improve their fertility outcomes.

In this episode, you will learn:

• What diminished ovarian reserve (DOR) is and how it is diagnosed.
• The significance of diagnostic markers like AMH and FSH in assessing ovarian reserve.
• The causes of DOR, including genetic factors, stress, and environmental toxins.
• Innovative stimulation protocols, including luteal phase and duo stimulation, that can improve outcomes for patients with DOR.
• The role of lifestyle adjustments in managing and improving fertility with diminished ovarian reserve.

Timestamps:

• [00:02:00] Welcome and introduction of Dr. Forman
• [00:04:00] Understanding diminished ovarian reserve (DOR)
• [00:10:00] Diagnostic markers: Ultrasound, AMH, and FSH
• [00:15:00] Why DOR is not routinely checked in younger women
• [00:20:00] Causes of DOR: Genetic factors, stress, and environmental toxins
• [00:25:00] The variability and fluctuation of AMH levels
• [00:30:00] The impact of birth control on ovarian reserve
• [00:35:00] Innovative stimulation protocols: Luteal phase and duo stimulation
• [00:40:00] Effective protocols for patients with DOR
• [00:45:00] The role of lifestyle adjustments in managing DOR
• [00:50:00] Case studies and success stories

About Dr. Forman:

Dr. Forman is a leading reproductive endocrinologist and the medical and laboratory director at Columbia University Fertility Center. He oversees both the medical practice and the IVF embryology and andrology laboratory. Dr. Forman specializes in fertility treatments, focusing on innovative approaches to assist patients with diminished ovarian reserve.

About Dr. Christina Burns:

Dr. Christina Burns is the founder and Doctor of Chinese Medicine at the Naturna Institute. Committed, compassionate, and highly skilled in multiple disciplines, Dr. Burns has been in practice since 2004. She empowers both women and men to achieve their optimal life and health goals through natural medicine practices, integrative nutrition, lifestyle management, and personalized mind-body programs. Dr. Burns holds advanced certifications in acupuncture, herbs, nutrition, life coaching, and yoga therapy. She is also the best-selling author of "The Ultimate Fertility Guidebook."

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