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SART Fertility ExpertsSART Fertility Experts: Can Your Weight Affect Your Fertility?Struggling with weight and planning for pregnancy? Dr. Mark Trolice and Dr. Lindsay Maggio reveal how BMI impacts fertility, the truth about obesity as a disease—not a failure of willpower—and how small, realistic changes can lead to big wins. From lifestyle tips to when to pause medications or surgery before conceiving, this episode is packed with insights every hopeful parent needs to hear. Find the #StartwithSART Fertility Experts series wherever you get your podcasts. Looking for advice on building a family? Ask the experts and #StartwithSART. For more information about the Society for Assi...
2025-12-0917 min
Cry It Out Loud: Navigating Infertility, Miscarriage, Stillbirth, Infant Loss & Pregnancy After LossFrom Doctor to Dad: Dr. Mark Trolice’s Infertility Journey to Parenthood and the IVF CenterInfertility is never just a medical diagnosis, it’s a journey of grief, trauma, resilience, and hope. In this episode of Cry It Out Loud! by Chasing the Rainbows, we sit down with Dr. Mark Trolice, reproductive endocrinologist, owner of The IVF Center in Florida, and most importantly, a father who knows firsthand the heartbreak and healing of infertility.From IVF and IUI treatments to the emotional toll of repeated setbacks, Dr. Trolice opens up about his own path to parenthood. The struggles, the breakthroughs, and how his story as a patient transformed the wa...
2025-09-1742 min
DocPod | The Healthcare ChannelDoc Stars – Dr. Mark Trolice on IVF, Fertility, and Patient-Centered Care✨Doc Stars – Hosted by JJ Ullrich 🎙️Dr. Mark Trolice is a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist, infertility specialist, and Founder/Medical Director of The IVF Center in Winter Park, FL. He is also Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology at the UCF College of Medicine and author of The Fertility Doctor’s Guide to Overcoming Infertility. For decades, Dr. Trolice has combined clinical innovation with deep compassion—helping patients navigate IVF, egg freezing, fertility preservation, and the emotional toll of infertility. Recognized as one of America’s Top Doctors, he’s a trusted national voice on reproductive health. Dr. Trolice and J...
2025-09-1639 min
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2025-09-1000 minSART Fertility ExpertsSART Fertility Experts - PCOS with Dr. Mark Trolice and Dr. Anuja DokrasIn this episode of the SART Fertility Experts podcast, Dr. Mark Trolice sits down with PCOS expert Dr. Anuja Dokras, who explains diagnosis, risks, fertility, lifestyle changes, and new treatments to empower women with PCOS in 2025 and beyond. Find the #StartwithSART Fertility Experts series wherever you get your podcasts. Looking for advice on building a family? Ask the experts and #StartwithSART. For more information about the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology, visit our website at https://www.sart.org Have a topic you'd like to hear? Tell Us!
2025-09-0925 min
DocPod | The Healthcare ChannelDr. Mark TroliceDr. Mark Trolice is a board-certified reproductive endocrinology and infertility specialist, renowned for his expertise in reproductive medicine, patient advocacy, and medical education. As Founder & Medical Director of The IVF CenterSM, he has dedicated his career to helping individuals and couples overcome infertility and achieve their dreams of parenthood. A Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Central Florida (UCF) College of Medicine, Dr. Trolice has been a trusted leader in fertility treatment and education for over two decades. He is a Fellow of the American Colleges of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Surgeons, and Endocrinology, a distinction...
2025-03-0928 minSART Fertility ExpertsSART Fertility Experts - Reproductive Challenges Facing the LGBTQ CommunityIn this episode Dr. Mark Trolice speaks with Stacy Stevenson, the CEO and president of Family Equality, a national LGBTQ foundation, along with Robert Terenzio, who is a Reproductive Healthcare Attorney on the infertility challenges facing the LGBTQ community. View Transcript Find the #StartwithSART Fertility Experts series wherever you get your podcasts. Looking for advice on building a family? Ask the experts and #StartwithSART. For more information about the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology, visit our website at https://www.sart.org Have a topic you'd like to hear? Tell Us!...
2024-06-1121 min
Building your familyOpen Egg Donor PioneerThe benefits of disclosing to children about their origins, early and often, is no longer up for debate. We know that children, and their parents, are often curious about their donor, and for medical or emotional reasons, may have an interest in connecting with them at some point in their lives. Typically, people search for their donor on 23 and Me and hope that they will be able to connect with the donor when their child becomes 18. Some donor agreements, however, stipulate that the donor never be contacted.
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2024-04-1445 minBuilding your familyOpen Egg Donor PioneerThe benefits of disclosing to children about their origins, early and often, is no longer up for debate. We know that children, and their parents, are often curious about their donor, and for medical or emotional reasons, may have an interest in connecting with them at some point in their lives. Typically, people search for their donor on 23 and Me and hope that they will be able to connect with the donor when their child becomes 18. Some donor agreements, however, stipulate that the donor never be contacted.
Everie has changed all of that. They have created the f...
2024-04-1445 min
Explore Your Day With A Breakthrough Full Audiobook.The Fertility Doctor's Guide to Overcoming Infertility: Discovering Your Reproductive Potential and Maximizing Your Odds of Having a Baby by Mark P. Trolice M.D.Please visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/591250to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Fertility Doctor's Guide to Overcoming Infertility: Discovering Your Reproductive Potential and Maximizing Your Odds of Having a Baby
Author: Mark P. Trolice M.D.
Narrator: Bonnie Marie Williams
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 7 hours 51 minutes
Release date: November 8, 2022
Genres: Disorders & Diseases
Publisher's Summary:
Give yourself the best-possible odds for getting pregnant and having a baby with this concise, expert, and encouraging companion as your guide. In the only general guide to infertility written by a medical doctor who specializes in the subject, Mark Trolice, MD—who is board-certified in bot...
2022-11-087h 51Stream Popular Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Disorders & DiseasesThe Fertility Doctor's Guide to Overcoming Infertility: Discovering Your Reproductive Potential and Maximizing Your Odds of Having a Baby by Mark P. Trolice M.D.Please visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/591250to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Fertility Doctor's Guide to Overcoming Infertility: Discovering Your Reproductive Potential and Maximizing Your Odds of Having a Baby
Author: Mark P. Trolice M.D.
Narrator: Bonnie Marie Williams
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 7 hours 51 minutes
Release date: November 8, 2022
Genres: Disorders & Diseases
Publisher's Summary:
Give yourself the best-possible odds for getting pregnant and having a baby with this concise, expert, and encouraging companion as your guide. In the only general guide to infertility written by a medical doctor who specializes in the subject, Mark Trolice, MD—who is board-certified in bot...
2022-11-087h 51SART Fertility ExpertsPCOSAs the most common hormonal disorder in women, PCOS is a disruptive problem that impacts many aspects of a woman's health including getting pregnant. In this episode, Brittany discusses how PCOS has affected her life and shares the story of her challenging journey to parenthood, with Dr. Mark Trolice, a reproductive endocrinologist. Find the #StartwithSART Fertility Experts series wherever you get your podcasts. Looking for advice on building a family? Ask the experts and #StartwithSART. For more information about the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology, visit our website at https://www.sart.org Have...
2022-02-1520 min
Creating a Family: Talk about Adoption, Foster & Kinship CareDecisions To Be Made at Egg RetrievalClick here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom.We talk with Corey Burke, an embryologist and Tissue Bank Director at Cryos International-USA and Dr. Mark Trolice, Reproductive Endocrinologist and Director of The IVF Center in Orlando and Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine, and author of The Fertility Doctor's Guide to Overcoming Infertility about decisions doctors and patient have to make concerning eggs or embryos after retrieval.In this episode, we cover:Overview of the IVF Process.What determines how...
2021-11-0348 min
SART Fertility ExpertsSART Fertility Experts - Infertility Advocacy and Government AffairsIn today's episode, Dr. Mark Trolice interviews Sean Tipton, ASRM's Chief Advocacy and Policy Officer. Many infertility patients do not have insurance coverage for treatment. Currently, nearly 40% of states in the U.S. have mandates for some form of infertility coverage but there are limitations and not all include IVF, fertility preservation, the LGBTQ population and veterans of the military. In this episode, we discuss the current landscape of infertility insurance coverage, the hurdles to obtain state and/or national mandated coverage, and methods of advocacy for both patients and doctors to improve coverage. Learn – Why the challenge? Who ca...
2021-07-1326 minCreating a Family: Talk about Adoption, Foster & Kinship CareThe Endocrine System, Thyroid Gland, and FertilityClick here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom.How does the endocrine system impacts fertility, what can go wrong, and what can be done about it. We talk today with Dr. Mark Trolice, the Director of Fertility CARE: The IVF Center in Orlando and Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine. He is double Board-certified in Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility and OB/GYN.In this episode, we include:· What is the function of the endocrine system in human health?· How does the thyr...
2021-06-0445 min
Bringing Dreams and Miracles TogetherDr. Mark TroliceWelcome to the Family Source Surrogacy Podcast. In this episode, our host Susan Taylor talks to our friend Dr. Mark Trolice.
Dr. Trolice, is Director of Fertility at CARE: The IVF Center in Winter Park, Florida. He is past President of the Florida Society of Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility (REI) and past Division Director of REI at Winnie Palmer Hospital, which is part of Orlando Health.
Dr. Trolice serves on committees for the American Society for Reproductive Medicine and the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology as well as the editorial advisory board of Ob.Gyn.News...
2021-05-2852 min
ASRM Today PodcastBook Review of The Fertility Doctors Guide to overcoming infertility, discovering your reproductive potential, and maximizing your odds of having a baby with author Dr. Mark P. TroliceOn this episode we talk with Dr. Mark Trolice about the power of family, positivity, and Dr. Trolice's own journey with infertility that helped him in writing this book. For more information on this topic please go to https://www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts by emailing us at asrm@asrm.org ASRM Today Podcasts are supported in part by ASRM Corporate Member Council.
2021-03-0423 min
The Dismantling You PodcastEpisode 5: Dr. Mark Trolice, M.D., On Infertility, IVF, and an Entrepreneurial SpiritIn this week’s episode Lisa Pineda interviews Dr. Mark P. Trolice, M.D., FACOG, FACS, FACE. He is the Director of Fertility CARE: The IVF Center as well as Professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) at the University of Florida in Gainesville and the University of Central Florida in Orlando. Dr. Trolice is past President of the Florida Society of Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility (REI) and Central Florida OB/GYN Society as well as past Division Director of (REI) at Winnie Palmer Hospital, part of Orlando Health, responsible for the medical education of OB/GYN resident physicians an...
2020-10-0730 min
Inside Reproductive Health Podcast80 - Up-selling Fertility Treatments: Beneficial or Exploitative? An interview with Dr. Mark TroliceReproductive endocrinologists and other professionals in our field all have the same main goal: helping people build their families. But we all know that treatment is expensive, and the resulting revenue is how clinic owners get paid. In some cases, treatments can involve ‘extra’ services, resulting in additional revenue, but it may not always mean a better chance of success for the patient.
So how do you draw the line? When do clinics start to toe the ethical line when presenting options to their patients?
On this episode of Inside Reproductive Health, Griffin talks to Dr...
2020-09-2139 min
For Trying Out Loud: The Infertility YearsDr Trolice talks IVF, Pros and Cons of PGS, AMH Testing & Emotions whilst TTCThis episode Romana chats to the brilliant Dr Trolice www.myfertilitycare.com Dr Mark Trolice is the director of Fertility Care: The IVF Centre in Orlando, Florida and is Board Certified in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. As well as being a leader in his field he has also experienced the trauma of infertility on a personal level and shares his story on this episode. We also discuss the developments in fertility treatments over the years and how things may progress in future years which was SUPER interesting! Dr Trolice also gives his opinion on PGS and AMH testing. Dr T...
2020-09-181h 17
SART Fertility ExpertsSafe Surfing: The Pros and Perils of Social MediaDr. Kenan Omurtag, MD joins host Dr. Mark Trolice to discuss the use of social media in the field of infertility. Dr. Omurtag is Associate Professor of Reproductive Endocrinology and infertility at the Washington University St. Louis School of Medicine. Today's podcast explores the way infertility practices use social media to educate and market to patients. Patients will also learn how best to gain information about a medical practice and infertility while online. Find the #StartwithSART Fertility Experts series wherever you get your podcasts. Looking for advice on building a family? Ask the experts and #StartwithSART.
2020-09-1524 min
PCOS Diva PodcastDrMarkTrolice - Fertility - 9-2020The journey from infertility to fertility can be physically, emotionally, and financially draining. Dr. Mark Trolice, M.D. is the kind of knowledgeable and supportive doctor we all need. Double board certified in both OB/GYN and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, he shares the wisdom he has gained in his years of research and practice with compassion and a gift for clearly communicating options.
Listen in as we discuss:
- The 4 issues that can impact your fertility
Managing the emotional toll
- Possible impact of endocrine disruptors, caffeine, hot tubs, saunas, and cell phones
- Things your partner should consider
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2020-09-0850 minSART Fertility ExpertsTubal Surgery in the IVF EraIn this episode of SART Fertility Experts, Dr. Brad Hurst joins host, Dr. Mark Trolice, to review the indications for tubal surgery, including current reasons for and likelihood of success with tubal surgery, as well as when patients might be better suited for the treatment option of in vitro fertilization (IVF). Bradley S. Hurst, M.D. is Director of Assisted Reproduction and Director of the Reproductive Endocrinology Division at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, NC. Find the #StartwithSART Fertility Experts series wherever you get your podcasts. Looking for advice on building a family? Ask the...
2020-07-2118 min
Fertility Health PodcastEp. 25 | How COVID-19 is Affecting Mental Health of FertilityMany fertility care patients who already experience a wide range of emotions from infertility challenges are now encountering added stress during the COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode, Dr. Janie Lacy, LMHC, NCC, CSAT, relationship trauma expert and psychotherapist, joins host Mark P. Trolice, M.D., to discuss a noticeable increase in mental health symptoms during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Lacy offers advice on how fertility care patients can address underlying emotional issues that might be surfacing during this unusually stressful time, and how they can create new routines to protect their mental health.Tune in...
2020-05-2727 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 24 | The New Normal: Adjusting to COVID-19In this special edition of the Fertility Health Podcast, you’ll be able to listen in on an expert physician panel recorded during a live webinar discussing how reproductive endocrinologists and OB/GYN’s are adjusting to “the new normal” in a COVID-19 environment. Moderated by Fertility Health Podcast host Mark P. Trolice M.D., he is joined by Rachel G. Humphrey, M.D., Director of Perinatology, High-Risk Pregnancy Consultants, AdventHealth Medical Group; Asim A. Jani, M.D., M.P.H., F.A.C.P., Hospital Epidemiologist, Orlando Health; and Jessica Auffant, M.D., OB/GYN, AdventHealth Medical G...
2020-05-211h 03
Infertility And Me: Stories of Infertility Survivors, IVF, & TTCUnderstanding Infertility w/Dr. TroliceMark P. Trolice, MD, joins us to discuss his personal journey through Infertility. He is a leading medical expert on fertility and a physician who has counseled many hundreds of couples as they cope with and solve their infertility challenges. He is board-certified in both OB/GYN and REI (Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility).The clinic he directs, My Fertility Care (Center of Assisted Reproduction and Endocrinology), is in Winter Park, Florida, and he is Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Gainesville in Florida and the Professor of Obstetrics and...
2020-03-2735 min
Beat InfertilityBONUS 244: Types of AmenorrheaIn BONUS Episode 244 of Beat Infertility, we interview Dr. Mark Trolice, a XYZ, about types of amenorrhea.
Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.
2020-01-3158 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 23 | The Impact of Environmental Toxins on Your Health and Fertility with Dr. Lora ShahineDid you know that certain things taken for granted in the environment can be toxic to your reproductive health? These environmental toxins can impact egg and sperm quality, lower success rates with IVF and fertility treatments, and increase the risk of miscarriage.In this episode, Lora Shahine, M.D., Director of the Center for Recurrent Pregnancy Loss at Pacific NW Fertility, joins host Mark P. Trolice, M.D., to discuss how environmental factors may play a role in impairing fertility. She also touches on what you can do to decrease the risk of miscarriage and increase your...
2019-12-0423 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 22 | How to Optimize Cervical Health and Maximize Your FertilityWomen need to monitor their cervical and overall health before getting pregnant to avoid more serious complications for mother and baby down the road. However, cervical disease and even cervical cancer do not automatically spell the end for a woman’s fertility. Technological breakthroughs and modern medical advances now allow women to successfully treat cervical abnormalities, including cancer and still conceive, carry, and deliver a healthy baby.In this episode, Christopher Bryant, M.D., FACOG, gynecologic oncologist and surgeon, joins host Mark P. Trolice, M.D., to discuss the latest developments in cervical health, and bre...
2019-11-1224 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 21 | Patient Advocacy and the Importance of the Patient ExperienceHow can infertility patients be well-informed, empowered, and get the right guidance throughout their family-building journey? From their first visit and throughout the road to fertility, it can be overwhelming, frustrating, and fearful for infertility patients as they are often overloaded with new information and processes they are expected to understand and deal with immediately.In this episode, Linda Scruggs, BSN, R.N., registered nurse, writer, blogger, and content creator, joins host Mark P. Trolice, M.D., to discuss patient needs and how healthcare providers can enhance the patient experience, improve communication, and build trust w...
2019-10-3122 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 20 | Understanding Pre-cancerous Changes to the Lining of the UterusPre-cancerous changes to the lining of the uterus do not get a lot of attention, but are a critical aspect of a woman’s fertility and overall gynecological health. Women, especially those who want to preserve their fertility, need to understand what the risks are for developing pre-cancerous cells and how they can mitigate those risks.In this episode, Shelly Seward, M.D., FACOG, gynecologic oncologist at Women’s Care Florida, joins host Mark P. Trolice, M.D., to break down how pre-cancerous changes to the lining of the uterus come about and what patients can do to d...
2019-10-0222 min
PCOS Diva PodcastWhat You Need to Know About PCOS, Fertility, & Pregnancy - 118If you’ve been diagnosed with PCOS, you may have been told, "It’s going to be very difficult for you to have children," or even, "You won't have children." Dr. Mark Trolice is here to tell you that is not necessarily true. Dr. Trolice is the Director of Fertility Care at the IVF Center in Winter Park, Florida, and is a double board-certified doctor in reproductive endocrinology and fertility as well as an OB/GYN. He spends a lot of time advocating for women with PCOS on a national level as well as helping them to conceive and have heal...
2019-08-2248 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 19 | Will Fertility Coverage Ever Get Mandated?The state of New York recently passed legislation mandating fertility treatment. Since then, hope has sprung up that nationwide mandating of reproductive medicine may not be too far off. However, resistance to universal coverage, for both heterosexual and same-sex couples, continues to be present both at insurance companies and in state legislatures. In this episode, Sean Tipton, chief advocacy, policy, and development officer at the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, joins host Mark P. Trolice, M.D., to break down what gains have been made in mandating fertility coverage across the U.S. and the obstacles that r...
2019-08-2124 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 18 | How to Achieve a Great Doctor-Patient RelationshipThe journey to start or expand a family for aspiring mothers or couples can be long, arduous, and filled with emotional highs and lows. On their way to fertility, patients need to make many decisions such as which treatment option to pursue, whether or not to continue treatments, and whether it is a good idea to keep spending money on procedures not covered by insurance.Throughout this journey the quality of the patient-doctor relationship is vital. If the doctor-patient foundation is solid, patient satisfaction, empowerment, and success are more often attainable.In this episode, Jody...
2019-08-0722 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 17 | What Is a Hysteroscopy and Why Would You Need One?The field of reproductive medicine is about much more than in vitro fertilization (IVF) or intrauterine insemination. Patients may require surgery for an array of uterine conditions, including fibroids, polyps, chronic endometritis, and Asherman's disease. The good news is that many of these procedures, including a hysteroscopy, can now be done as outpatient procedures in the doctor’s office, making it more comfortable, less intimidating, and often less expensive than in the hospital.In this episode, John Preston Parry, M.D., fertility specialist and director of Positive Steps Fertility, joins host Mark P. Trolice, M.D., to br...
2019-07-2423 min
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTMark Ali’s guest today is Dr. Mark Trolice, an OB/GYN and reproductive endocrinologist who runs Fertility CARE in Winter Park, Florida. Marks gets real about the 10 years of infertility he and his wife experienced before adopting their five children. He calls infertility "a life crisis" and how not being able to help his wife caused him to "spiral down into an abyss of despair." Mark's book, "The Fertility Doctor's Guide to Overcoming Infertility," comes out this October.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/infertile-af-infertility-and-modern-family-building-through-art/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands...
2019-07-1953 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 16 | Fertility Preservation for Cancer PatientsReceiving a cancer diagnosis can disrupt and even destroy a hopeful parent’s dream of starting or growing a family. Cancer treatments, especially chemotherapy, can have harmful impacts on a woman’s eggs and a man’s sperm. However, recent advances in fertility treatment have allowed cancer patients to preserve their fertility and have provided new hope where little existed before.In this episode, Eve C. Feinberg, M.D., a reproductive endocrinologist and medical director of Northwestern Fertility and Reproductive Medicine, joins host Mark P. Trolice, M.D., to discuss the latest advances in preserving fertility among cancer...
2019-07-1024 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 15 | What Are Mosaic Embryos?Mosaic is the term assigned to embryos found to possess both normal and abnormal cells during preimplantation genetic screening (PGS). PGS is typically completed on day five of embryo development for in vitro fertilization (IVF). Through PGS, embryologists can detect, and often diagnose, potential chromosomal abnormalities including the presence of Down syndrome. Until very recently, any cell with noted defects was discarded and not considered for IVF transfer.However, recent developments have led doctors to suspect that these abnormal cells may be viable for transfer after all. In this episode, Eric Forman, M.D., medical and laboratory...
2019-06-2725 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 14 | What Are the Reproductive Legal Issues with Surrogacy and Adoption?Surrogacy and adoption can be incredibly fulfilling experiences, both for intended parents and gestational carriers. However, for hopeful parents considering surrogacy or adoption, legal processes and issues can be complicated and overwhelming at times, particularly as they relate to the parental rights of the surrogate or the biological parents putting a child up for adoption. What’s more, these legal labyrinths vary from state to state and from country to country, often catching aspiring parents unaware.In this episode, Robert T. Terenzio, an international reproductive health attorney, joins host Mark P. Trolice, M.D., to discuss the le...
2019-06-1225 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 13 | Could Minimal Stimulation IVF Save You Thousands?Minimal stimulation IVF often referred to as, “mini IVF,” “soft IVF,” or “micro IVF,” has been a hot topic lately in the infertility world. The procedure is a relatively new advanced reproductive technology (ART) technique in the U.S. that offers a more holistic and gentler approach to ovarian stimulation compared to traditional IVF.In this episode, Eric A. Widra, M.D., chief medical officer of Shady Grove Fertility and double board certified in obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN) and reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI), joins host Mark P. Trolice, M.D., to break down minimal stimulation IVF, what pa...
2019-05-2921 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 12 | The Latest Breakthroughs in IVFThe costs of in vitro fertilization (IVF) can make it hard for many women or couples trying to treat infertility; three-quarters of patients simply can’t afford conventional IVF treatment.Moreover, in states with insurance coverage, the use of IVF is four times higher than in states without coverage. In this episode, Kevin Doody, M.D., a board-certified OB/GYN and past president of the Society of Assisted Reproductive Technology (SART), joins host Mark P. Trolice, M.D., to discuss the latest advancements in IVF and how recent research could significantly decrease the cost of IVF...
2019-05-1523 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 11 | Preparing for Pregnancy: The Impact of Lifestyle on FertilityPlanning to have a baby is a significant undertaking. Of course, you want to ensure a smooth and healthy pregnancy, but what steps can you take before and during pregnancy to achieve that?In this episode, Brooke Rossi, M.D., a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist, joins host Mark P. Trolice, M.D., to discuss the impact that lifestyle plays on fertility and what lifestyle changes individuals can implement to maximize their chances of getting pregnant. Listen in as she shares insights on everything from the effects of body weight, alcohol consumption, and smoking on IVF...
2019-05-0124 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 10 | Understanding the Male Role in InfertilityThe focus of infertility treatment traditionally has primarily been on the female. However, in almost 50% of couples, the male is in fact responsible for infertility. Recent research has shown that males now produce less than half as many sperm than males in the early 1970s. In addition to having lower quantities, sperm are now are also of lower quality.So, how can men improve their fertility?In this episode, Jamin Brahmbhatt, M.D., a board-certified urologist specializing in chronic testicular pain and infertility, joins host Mark P. Trolice, M.D., to discuss the male role...
2019-04-1724 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 9 | Can Relationship Issues Affect Infertility?The psychological side of infertility is often neglected. However, it often plays a critical role in the physical and mental health of the couple and their ability to have a baby. How can you maintain a healthy relationship while dealing with the challenges of infertility?In this episode, Bill Petok, Ph.D., a licensed psychologist and Clinical Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, joins host Mark P. Trolice, M.D., to discuss how infertility affects couples psychologically and what they can do to enhance communication and increase intimacy between them.
2019-04-0321 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 8 | The Role of Social Media and Infertility TreatmentToday’s infertility patients are more informed, empowered, and have more choice than ever before. 77% of patients search their physician online before booking an appointment, and almost three quarters (72%) of patients use online reviews as the very first step to finding a new doctor.Social media has become a go-to source of information, particularly where infertility patients are concerned. There is a lot of empowering and useful information on social media, but misleading and inaccurate data exist online as well. How do you know when a reproductive endocrinologist is telling the whole truth, and how can you sp...
2019-03-2022 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 7 | How Does Endometriosis Impact Fertility?Endometriosis is a debilitating condition that affects roughly 5-10% of the population. It can cause chronic pain or fertility problems or both. Of women with endometriosis, 30-50% are estimated to have infertility, and among women with infertility, 25-50% are believed to have endometriosis. How and why endometriosis affects fertility has largely remained a mystery to researchers, but some evidence suggests that it may be linked to the immune system. In this episode, J. Ricardo Loret de Mola, MD, FACOG, FACS, Professor and Chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine (S...
2019-03-0626 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 6 | Pros and Cons of Fresh vs. Frozen Eggs and Third-Party ReproductionIn vitro fertilization (IVF) has been helping women and couples overcome fertility challenges for almost 40 years. Up until recently, IVF has traditionally used fresh eggs retrieved from a woman fertilized ‘in vitro’ in a laboratory with a spouse’s or donor’s sperm to create an embryo. However, egg freezing for future use has risen in popularity. Often, using frozen eggs comes with both cost and scheduling advantages over using fresh ones. So, which is better? We’ll find out in this episode. Tune in as Mark P. Leondires, M.D., founder, medical director and partner in reproductiv...
2019-02-2024 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 5 | Can Preimplantation Genetic Screening Save Your Child From Disease?Reproductive medicine has advanced dramatically and often presents couples with complex choices that can only be made on an individual basis. Preimplantation genetic screening or testing (PGS) is a powerful technology employed before implantation to help identify genetic defects within embryos. However, the process is extremely sophisticated and complex, therefore requiring a tremendous amount of experience and skill on the part of the reproductive endocrinologist. The procedure also comes with potential ethical concerns regarding the existing limits of the test.In this episode, Serena Chen, M.D., director for the division of reproductive medicine in the Department...
2019-02-0629 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 4 | Embryo Transfer and IVF: What You Need to KnowIn vitro fertilization (IVF) is a solution that can assist couples having difficulty to conceive take the first steps on the path towards parenthood. However, how patients choose to undergo IVF should not be a “one size fits all” approach. Embryos from different women will react differently under specific conditions, and reproductive endocrinologists, as well as patients, need to keep an open mind regarding all potential treatment avenues.In this episode, Bradley S. Hurst, M.D., a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist and president of the Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, joins host Mark Trolice, M.D., to share his...
2019-01-2323 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 3 | A Guide to Understanding and Treating PCOSPolycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most ancient disorders (around 50-60,000 years old) and affects up to one in five women regardless of race, nationality or ethnicity. For many women, diagnosis involves a long, enigmatic process including numerous physician visits. Its symptoms are not always clear, the condition has many nuances, and the healthcare system as a whole has a long way to go to be able to provide optimal care for PCOS patients.In this episode, Ricardo Azziz, M.D., M.P.H., M.B.A., renowned physician, researcher, scientist, and Chief O...
2019-01-0821 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 1 | Why Individualized Reproductive Care Should Matter to PatientsAs more GYNs specialize in minimally invasive surgery and IVF, what does the future hold for the role of reproductive endocrinologists providing IVF treatment? The costs of fertility treatments like IVF can be significant, and it’s essential that patients play an active role in their treatment process. Patients who are lumped into one bucket by big-box surgery centers may end up feeling tremendous disappointment and frustration at failed fertility treatments, which is why individualized reproductive care should matter to patients. In the inaugural episode, Steven R. Lindheim, M.D., M.M.M., professor of Obst...
2019-01-0823 minFertility Health PodcastEp. 2 | What You Need to Know About Advances in Male Infertility TreatmentOf all the causes of infertility, a male factor is responsible for 40%. Yet the focus of infertility treatment traditionally has mainly been on the female. Recent research has indicated that males now produce less than half as many sperm and of lower quality compared with the early 1970s. So, what do you need to know about advances in male infertility treatment options with sperm blockages or severely low sperm counts?In this episode, Zamip Patel, M.D., a board-certified urologist, fellowship-trained in andrology, and chief of staff at Florida Hospital East Orlando, joins host Mark P. Trolice...
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