Advanced Reproductive Surgery Questions, Answered
Advanced reproductive surgery is highly specialized and minimally invasive. Through the use of a laparoscope, your doctor assesses and addresses any abnormalities of the ovaries, fallopian tubes and uterus. The primary goal of advanced reproductive surgery is to repair any same to those reproductive organs and restore normal function. With advanced reproductive surgery the laparoscopic […]
The Power of Egg Freezing for Future Family Planning
Egg freezing or oocyte cryopreservation removes some of the stress from family planning and allows you and your partner to decide the right time for a baby. The reasons a female may opt for egg freezing vary. In the case of a cancer patient undergoing treatment that threatens their ovarian reserve or reproductive system egg […]
What Week are Most IVF Babies Born, and 11 Other IVF FAQs, Answered
Medically reviewed by Dr. Aykut Bayrak, MD, FACOG Board-Certified Reproductive Endocrinologist & Medical Director, LA IVF Clinic (Los Angeles) In vitro fertilization (IVF) is the most commonly used form of assisted reproductive technology worldwide. Since the birth of the first IVF baby in 1978, more than eight million babies have been born through IVF. According […]
How to Prepare For Egg Retrieval
One of the more exciting times for those on a fertility journey is the egg retrieval. But it isn’t without some trepidation. If you don’t know what to expect you are likely more anxious and a bit unsettled as the procedure approaches. Knowing what to expect is the best way to calm your fears and […]
