COVID-19 has uprooted all of our schedules, from our work to our social lives – so much about the future is now uncertain. This includes the world of fertility. Should treatments continue, should you keep trying to get pregnant, and what if you’re pregnant right now? To help navigate the fertility world during this time […]
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There are some treatments and procedures you can’t do from home and Dr. Adamson says “every person who has a medical condition they would like assessed or treated should contact their physician to find out how soon they can be seen, even if its a video or phone consultation. That way they can begin to […]
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In this episode we cover: • The average age of first birth is 30 and getting older • Cultural differences in fertility • The importance of fertility insurance and support from employers • Why it’s important to begin family planning conversations early • Dr. Adamson sets me straight on me thinking the pill is detrimental […]
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Starting in early May medical centers in 20 states are rebooking non-emergency procedures and reproductive and gynecological specialists say that fertility treatments can’t be delayed. The American College of Surgeons has come together with the American Society for Reproductive Medicine among others to detail which procedures are high priority and emergency.
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What do we know about how Covid-19 affects infertility treatment and pregnancy? Are pregnant women more at risk? What happens if the mom has Covid-19 while pregnant? We interview Dr. David Adamson, a reproductive endocrinologist and surgeon, Clinical Professor at Stanford University, and Associate Clinical Professor at UCSF. He is past President of the ASRM, […]
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The novel coronavirus and the resulting restrictions on elective medicine that have grown out of the pandemic have created a major roadblock for prospective parents and their family planning, particularly those struggling with fertility issues.
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On March 17, 2020, the American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), a professional organization for fertility specialists, issued a statement about fertility treatments amid the novel coronavirus pandemic. They recommended all practitioners suspend initiation of new fertility treatment cycles—including ovulation induction, intrauterine inseminations (IUIs), in vitro fertilization (IVF), egg retrievals, and frozen embryo transfers—as well […]
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Jokes about a COVID-19 “baby boom” as more couples spend time together in self-isolation are painful for the thousands of couples whose infertility treatments have been postponed or put on hold during the crisis.
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Tens of thousands of women across the country trying to have a baby through fertility treatments are in limbo because of COVID-19: They’ve had to postpone their appointments indefinitely due to coronavirus recommendations recently issued by the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. But now some fertility specialists and their patients are pushing back.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a number of major changes to the way we live, from hygiene, work and play to how we view our health care system. As of now, it’s not totally clear how lasting these effects will be — but experts in the reproductive health and fertility space are already crunching […]
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New tool developed by renowned fertility expert enhances treatment decisions CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2020 /EINPresswire.com/ — FertilityNow, a new tool available in the Apple App Store, will estimate the chances of getting pregnant for individuals and couples attempting on their own, with non-IVF fertility treatment, and with in-vitro fertilization (IVF). Developed […]
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PORTSMOUTH, N.H. (PRWEB) MAY 02, 2019 – Validation Institute, an independent, objective, 3rd party organization focused on changing healthcare, hosted the second annual Health Value Awards Sunday evening at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel in Washington, D.C. The ceremony recognized more than thirty companies and individuals leading innovative changes in healthcare.
MoreSpotlighting outstanding, value-based healthcare services Portsmouth, N.H. – March 7, 2019 – The Validation Institute is pleased to announce this year’s 85 Health Value Award finalists. In its second year, the Health Value Awards continues to recognize outstanding services, products, and programs across 34 categories spanning the healthcare industry. “We’re so excited to celebrate our […]
MoreDr. Adamson and Heather discuss the various treatment packages and other financial options ARC Fertility offers. Listen to the interview at BeatInfertility.com. INTRODUCTION I’d like to start by hearing a little bit more about you and ARC Fertility as a whole. Tell us about your background, how you ended up specializing in reproductive endocrinology, and […]
MoreThe World Endometriosis Research Foundation October 17th announced Dr. G. David Adamson has been honored by the ASRM. “WERF President, Professor G David Adamson, has been honoured with the Suheil J Muasher MD Distinguished Service Award at the 2016 Scientific Congress and Expo of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine.
MoreDr. Adamson was quoted in an article in The Economist. Here is an excerpt. “…Can IVF be made cheaper? Experts see two ways to try. The first is to cut the use of drugs, tests or procedures that for many couples are clearly unnecessary. The second is to work out how the cost and effectiveness […]
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