Testicular sperm aspiration (TESA) is used to obtain sperm from men whose sperm count is zero (azoospermia). Approximately 1% of males and 15% of males seeking evaluation for infertility will have ... read more
Oocyte cryopreservation, or egg freezing, is now routinely offered in the field of assisted reproductive technologies. Once considered experimental, this procedure is now approved as a standard ... read more
Every day in the embryology lab, embryologists pick the embryos they think are the most viable and most likely to result in pregnancy. This is an important part of embryo development in IVF. read more
It has been known for quite some time that a women’s age has an effect on her fertility. This effect is well documented in success rates from donor insemination, donor eggs and IVF. The question is ... read more
We're often told to not sweat the small stuff, but when it comes to fertility, small changes can have a big impact. Our patients' fertility FAQ often have to do with whether their habits or routines ... read more
If you've ever wanted to know what happens in the embryology lab we've got a look at how new advances in the lab can help you on your journey to motherhood. The Embryoscope is a special incubator ... read more
Since the first child from third party reproduction was born, many studies have been done to evaluate and ensure the welfare of that child, as well as all children conceived using the same means that ... read more
It is well documented in the literature that female obesity is associated with infertility. We have posted several blogs on how female obesity is linked to hormonal imbalances that cause irregular or ... read more
IVF, while being a popular and largely successful fertility treatment, isn't foolproof. As with anything, there are some instances of IVF failure. Knowing the common causes of IVF failure and your ... read more
The American Society for Reproductive Medicine Practice Committee recently published a report titled "Obesity and Reproduction” in its journal Fertility and Sterility. The report offers insights on ... read more
The relationship between female age and fertility is well established and discussed extensively in previous blogs. But when it comes to male fertility, age is rarely discussed. So, do men need to ... read more
Multiple miscarriages strike a heavy blow to those who are trying to have a child. Recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL) is traditionally defined as three or more spontaneous consecutive pregnancy losses ... read more
On August 20, InVia Fertility Specialists launched a new Egg Donor and Surrogacy section of our website! These new pages are full of information on: read more
In a previous blog, I have paid tribute to Dr. Howard Jones, Jr. who was my teacher at the Jones Institute for Reproductive Medicine in Norfolk, Virginia. The American Society for Reproductive ... read more
Male infertility test are recommended for any couple that fails to achieve pregnancy after 12 months of regular unprotected intercourse or after 6 months of failure to conceive when the partner is ... read more
For fertility patients who are choosing an egg donor, the health of the donor is a critical concern. One way recipients can be assured of the health of the donor is to work with a fertility clinic ... read more
The clinical significance of white blood cells in semen, often called pus cells, has been debated for a long time. If they are caused by infection, then they can interfere with sperm function and ... read more
I just got an e-mail notifying me that Dr Howard Jones, Jr. has passed away. I am just beginning to comprehend the enormity of the loss this is for all of us. He along with the late Dr Georgeanna ... read more
Tubal pregnancy (or ectopic pregnancy) can occur in approximately 2% of in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycles. This is despite the fact that most embryo transfers are conducted under ultrasound ... read more
What is assisted hatching (AH)? Assisted hatching (AH) is a procedure used to thin or make a small opening in the zona pellucida (the egg shell surrounding an embryo). AH is supposed to increase the ... read more
As medicine has advanced, fertility patients now have options that previously did not exist. As recently as thirty-five years ago, if you had blocked fallopian tubes or a low sperm count, chances are ... read more
"Is my hCG level okay?" is a very common question of expectant mothers. Studies surrounding hCG levels done 14 days after egg retrieval in patients with day-2 transfers as well as comparing hCG ... read more
For many years, scientists all over the world have been experimenting with egg freezing (oocyte cryopreservation) techniques for fertility preservation. Recently, significant advances in technology ... read more
Often at the end of an in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycle, there are extra embryos that can be frozen (cryopreserved) for later use. There are several advantages to embryo freezing. If the patient ... read more
Patients who are having trouble getting pregnant and are overweight frequently hear from their doctors that they need to lose weight to get pregnant. Overweight is a common cause of infertility. In ... read more
How many embryos should we transfer? The answer to this question has changed over the years. Twenty years ago, IVF had a pregnancy rate of approximately 25% per cycle even in young patients. At that ... read more
The range of tests available for people who are having trouble getting pregnant is ever-growing. But what infertility tests are really necessary? read more
It is now well established that of infertility problems in couples, the female partner accounts for 40%, males account for 40%, and both account for the remaining 20%. It is therefore important that ... read more
One in seven couples will have trouble conceiving. Forty percent of the time, the problem will be with the male, 40% will be with the female and in 20% the problem will be with both partners. Because ... read more
When considering working with a fertility clinic, it is very important to review the clinic's IVF success rates. As a prospective patient, you need to know the clinic's success rates with fresh ... read more
When you’re planning for fertility treatment, there are so many things on your mind. First and foremost you’ve got big dreams and major excitement about becoming a parent—and anxiety about whether or ... read more
With rapid economic development, lifestyle changes, daily stress and increased environmental pollution, the incidence of infertility has gained increased worldwide attention. read more
Pre-implantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD) and Preimplantation Genetic Screening (PGS) are terms used to describe the process by which an embryo can be screened for genetic disorders/chromosome number ... read more
Many gynecologists advise young patients with unexplained infertility that the reason they are having trouble getting pregnant is because they are too “stressed-out." This seems to occur frequently ... read more
The number of in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycles performed in the US has been increasing steadily (75, 516 cycles in 2000 vs. 101,213 cycles in 2011). There have been considerable advances that have ... read more
Is weight loss your new year's resolution ... again? The new year is a natural time for reflection. It's a great time to take a step back from life’s distractions and focus on what is truly ... read more
What do the holidays mean to us at InVia Fertility Specialists? To be honest – and hopefully not too sentimental – they mean an extra smile in our office for someone who we know needs it. They mean ... read more
