By: John Wilcox, MD FACOG Numerous factors lead couples to make the decision to balance their families using PGD, the gender selection technology. For some it may be the desire to raise a child of each sex and others may already have several children of the same gender and desire a child of the opposite sex to balance the family. Many patients undergoing fertility treatments for the second time and parents in their forties, also consider family balancing since they are likely to have small families. As you can see, the reasons for family balancing are varied but many people share conflicting emotions about making...
Fertility Drugs’ Link to Breast Cancer Hinges on Pregnancy, Study Says
By: Dr. John G. Wilcox, M.D. FACOG Study suggests fertility drugs may not pose a significant increased risk of developing breast cancer A recent study published by the National Institutes of Health recently reported their results of 3000 women studied comparing 1400 women diagnosed with breast cancer before age 50 and 1600 of their sisters who never had breast cancer. Of the 3000 women studied, 288 reported using fertility drugs. 141 of the 288 women reported a pregnancy lasting 10 weeks or more. Results suggested fertility drug use without a subsequent pregnancy may slightly lower the risk of developing breast cancer before age...
Dr. Edward Dourron discusses on OC Register (Hoag Health) “Eight Things We Learned from Ocotomom”
A year ago, the Medical Board of California revoked the license of Dr. Michael Kamrava, finding he “did not exercise sound judgment” in transferring 12 embryos to Nadya Suleman, who already had six children at home. The ruling, while not surprising, was illuminating, and it’s worth reflecting on the eight things we learned from Octomom: 1. Know How to Say No: There is a point where physicians have to make a judgment call. Pregnancies with triplets – let alone eight infants – put the mother at high risk of serious medical complications and put unborn children at risk for developmental...
Commonly Asked Questions about IVF
When should a person consider an IVF cycle versus other forms of treatment? Your doctor will discuss with you your best treatment options based upon your age and medical history. An IVF cycle may be suggested if other options such as interuterine insemination (IUI) have not worked or if you have blocked or damaged fallopian tubes, unexplained infertility, or any other medical condition that prevents your eggs from being fertilized. Each treatment plan is tailored to meet your individual health needs. How long does the egg retrieval take? Is it painful? Will I be sedated? The egg retrieval is a relatively brief procedure. On...
Dr. Frederick speaks on “What could be Causing your Fertility Issue?”
There are many different causes that could prevent a couple from achieving pregnancy so it is always best to check in with a specialist if you have been trying for six months to one year. Basic infertility work-ups can include a semen analysis for the male and initial blood work for the female. Below are some common infertility issues and treatments available – the majority of issues can be treated either with the assistance of a specialist and/or Assisted Reproductive Technologies. Anovulation means there is no egg that is ovulating and it can be the cause of infertility in up...
Dr. David Tourgeman in The New York Times
The New York Times discusses egg-freezing and whether it is a family decision. Check out the article that features HRC’s own Dr. David Tourgeman! Click here to read the article in the New York Times.
Fertility Issues to Know About: PCOS and Endometriosis
Trying to get pregnant month after month is not fun for anyone. And after a few months of getting busy yet failing to see that positive pregnancy test, it’s only human to start wondering what could be preventing that egg from meeting up with that sperm. Today, Dr. Jane Frederick, a reproductive endocrinologist at HRC Fertility, shares two common fertility issues that women may be facing. The good news? They won’t necessarily prevent you from getting pregnant. —Erin Common Fertility Issues Polycystic ovarian syndrome, known commonly as PCOS, refers to a hormone disorder affecting 3 to 10 percent of reproductive-aged women. Considered a...
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March marks National Endometriosis Awareness month | Dr. Jane L. Frederick speaks in Patch.com article
“Endometriosis: The Often Undetected Cause of Infertility” “Endometriosis can be masked by many other things,” says Jane Frederick, M.D., a reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist with HRC Fertility in Newport Beach. Some women assume the pain of endometriosis is due to severe menstrual cramps and ignore it, she says. She urges women to come forward and seek help if they are experiencing symptoms of endometriosis.” Please click on the link below to read more: http://losalamitos.patch.com/articles/endometriosis-often-undetected-cause-of-infertility
Article on Tay-Sachs: Featuring Dr. Potter
Kira Tabakin, 3 months, was born healthy, even though her parents, Melanie and Dudley Tabakin, carry the Tay-Sachs gene. Kira was conceived using in-vitro fertilization and a pre-implantation genetic diagnosis. Click to read the full article.