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Dr. Ratchadaporn Roekyindee

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Bangkok, Thailand

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Thai , English

 


Dr. Ratchadaporn Roekyindee is a specialized Gynecologist in Thailand. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangkok, Thailand. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Phyathai 2 International Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Speciality - Obstetrics and Gynecology - Rajavithi Hospital
  • Doctor of Medicine - Rangsit University

Hospital Address :

Phyathai 2 Hospital, Phahonyothin Road, Phaya Thai, Thailand

Dr. Deniz Sarikaya Kalkan

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Deniz Sarikaya Kalkan is a specialized Gynecologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Istinye University Bahcesehir - LIV Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Deniz Sarikaya Kalkan is part of:

  • Turkey Gynecology and Obstetric Association
  • Turkey Maternal Fetal Medicine and Perinatology Association

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty,
  • Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital, Obstetrics and Gynecology - Specialized

Hospital Address :

Ak Veysel Mah, stinye

Dr. Naziye Gurkan Sabah

Endocrinologist

, Antalya, Turkey

12 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Naziye Gurkan Sabah is a specialized Reproductive Endocrinologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Samsun, Turkey. The doctor has over 12 Years of experience and is associated with VM Medical Park Samsun Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Naziye Gurkan Sabah is part of:

  • Turkish Gynecology and Obstetrics Association
  • Turkish Perinatology Association
  • Reproductive Health and Infertility Association (TSRM)

Qualifications :

  • Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine
  • Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Training on Assisted Reproductive Treatment

Hospital Address :

Cumhuriyet, Medical Park, 39. Sokak, Atakum/Samsun, Turkey

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Dr. Trupti K Nadkarni

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Mumbai, India

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Trupti K Nadkarni is a specialized Gynecologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Mumbai, India. The doctor has over 14 Years of experience and is associated with Bai Jerbai Wadia Hospital for Children.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • DNB
  • DGO
  • FCPS

Hospital Address :

Bai Jerbai Wadia Hospital for Children, Acharya Donde Marg, Parel, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Dr. Esin Hocaoglu

Endocrinologist

Istanbul, Turkey

25 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Esin Hocaoglu is a specialized Reproductive Endocrinologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 25 Years of experience and is associated with .

Qualifications :

  • 1981 - 1987 - Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty
  • 1987 - 1992 - Haseki Training and Research Hospital
Dr. Tayfun Kutlu

Endocrinologist

, Kocaeli, Turkey

32 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Tayfun Kutlu is a specialized Reproductive Endocrinologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Kocaeli, Turkey. The doctor has over 24 Years of experience and is associated with Anadolu Medical Center.

Certifications :

  • Clinical Research and Good Clinical Practices Training for Ethics Committee Members and Candidates (2016)
  • Urgent Obstetrics Care Clinician Training (2015)
  • Laparoscopic Surgery Course, Laparoscopic Surgery, Endometriosis Adenomyosis Association (2012)
  • Assisted Reproduction Treatment Methods Certificate (2005)

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 1985-1991
  • Istanbul Zeynep Kamil Obstetrics and Pediatrics Training and Research Hospital, 1992-1996

Hospital Address :

Cumhuriyet Mahallesi, Anadolu Salk Merkezi, Cumhuriyet Cd., Gebze/Kocaeli, Turkey

What is the medical expertise of Dr. Tayfun Kutlu?

  • Dr Tayfun Kutlu has extensive experience in reproductive medicine, particularly IVF. His other areas of expertise include infertility treatments such as intra-cytoplasmic sperm injection(ICSI) ans Intra-Uterine Insemination(IUI).
  • Over the course of his 24 years career, Dr. Tayfun Kutlu has published his rseaerch work in many national and international journals of repute.Some of his publications include:
    1. Kutlu T, ?zkaya E, Şanverdi İ, Devranoğlu B, İpekçi C, Konukçu B, Şahin Y, Karateke A. The relationship between estradiol-progesterone alterations after ovulation trigger and treatment success in intrauterine insemination cycles. Turk J Obstet Gynecol. 2016 Jun;13(2):56-61.
    2. Kutlu T, ?zkaya E, Kumru P, Ayvacı H, Devranoğlu B, Sanverdi İ, Şahin Y, Sağlam B, Karateke A. Clinical analyses of successful and previously failed intracytoplasmic sperm injection cycle parameters in patients with poor ovarian reserve. Turk J Obstet Gynecol. 2017 Mar;14(1):58-63.
  • Dr. Tayfun Kutlu is a member of several prestigious associations such as the Turkish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics, the Society of Reproductive Medicine and Surgery, the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology(ESHRE) and the American Society for Reproductive Medicine(ASRM).
Dr. Banu Kumbak Aygun

Endocrinologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

12 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Banu Kumbak Aygun is a specialized Reproductive Endocrinologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 12 Years of experience and is associated with I.A.U VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Hacettepe University Medical Faculty (ing), Medical Doctor
  • 1996 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine Obstetrics and Gynecology AD, Obstetrics
  • and Gynecologist,
  • 2001 Assisted Reproductive Therapies Specialist,
  • 2005 Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • 2011 Obstetrics and Gynecology Professor

Hospital Address :

Beyol, .A.

Dr. Yu Ran Park

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Seoul, South Korea

12 Years of experience

Speaks: Korean , English

 


Dr. Yu Ran Park is a specialized Gynecologist in South Korea. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Seoul, South Korea. The doctor has over 12 Years of experience and is associated with Asan Medical Centre.

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Obstetrics and Gynecology, UUCM AMC

Qualifications :

  • Doctor of Medicine : University of Ulsan
  • Master of Medicine : University of Ulsan

Hospital Address :

Asan Medical Center, Olympic-ro 43-gil, Pungnap 2(i)-dong, Songpa-gu, Seoul, South Korea

What is the medical expertise of Dr Yu Ran Park?

  • Dr Yu Ran Park is an acclaimed gynecologist with 12 years of experience in treating conditions such as endometriosis and polycystic ovarian syndrome. She can also provide solutions for both male and female infertility problems.
  • She completed a Fellowship in Obstetrics and Gynecology at UUCM AMC.
  • Her research work has been published in many national and international journals of repute. Some of her works include:
    1. Endometrial thickness cut-off value by transvaginal ultrasonography for screening of endometrial pathology in premenopausal and postmenopausal women.
    2. Optimization to detect TP53 mutations in circulating cell-free tumour DNA from patients with serous epithelial ovarian cancer.
Dr. Wichitni Chuprasertsuk

Endocrinologist

, Bangkok, Thailand

14 Years of experience

Speaks: Thai , English

 


Dr. Wichitni Chuprasertsuk is a specialized Reproductive Endocrinologist in Thailand. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangkok, Thailand. The doctor has over 14 Years of experience and is associated with Bangpakok 9 International Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • M.D., Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, 2015
  • Diploma of Thai Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Thailand, 2019

Hospital Address :

Bangpakok 9 International Hospital, International Hospital, Rama II Road, Bang Mot, Chom Thong, Bangkok, Thailand

Dr. Pooja Vaswani

Endocrinologist

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

35 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Pooja Vaswani is a specialized Reproductive Endocrinologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 30 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Royal Women's Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Pooja Vaswani is part of:

  • Fellowship from Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists, UK (FRCOG).

Qualifications :

  • She received her medical degree (MBBS) from Government Medical College, Nagpur, India in 1985 and obtained her postgraduate degree (MD) in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in year 1992 from the prestigious Indira Gandhi Govt. Medical College, Nagpur, India. She then completed her MRCOG from Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists, UK in 2005 followed by Diploma in Minimal Access Surgery from Laparoscopy Hospital, New Delhi, India in 2008. Later she pursued 1 year training in assisted reproduction and completed her Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine from D.Y. Patil University, Mumbai in 2015. In 2017,

Hospital Address :

Brightpoint Royal Women's Hospital - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Razia Sharafudeen

Endocrinologist

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

20 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Arabic ,Hindi , Malayalam, Urdu , Tamil

 


Dr. Razia Sharafudeen is a specialized Reproductive Endocrinologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Royal Women's Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Razia Sharafudeen is part of:

  • Dr. Razia is a Member of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (London, UK), Member of FOGSI (Federation of Obstetric and Gynaecological Societies of India), member of ISAR (Indian Society for Assisted Reproduction) and Member of the Word Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons (WALS).

Qualifications :

  • Dr. Razia has obtained her MBBS from Medical College, Trivandrum, India. Later she did her post-graduation in the same institution. She obtained her MRCOG from the Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists, London, UK. Dr. Razia obtained her F.MAS from WALS. Dr. Razias most recent achievement is her obtaining her Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine & IVF from the CRAFT Hospital and Research Centre, India.

Hospital Address :

Brightpoint Royal Women's Hospital - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Monika Chawla

Endocrinologist

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

20 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Monikaa Chawla is a specialized Reproductive Endocrinologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Fakih IVF Fertility Center.

Association and Memberships Dr. Monikaa Chawla is part of:

  • American Society of Reproductive Medicine
  • The British Fertility Society
  • The American Association of Gynaecology Laparoscopists.

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine at the Guys and St. Thomas Hospital in London

Qualifications :

  • MD
  • FRCOG (UK)

Hospital Address :

Fakih IVF in Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Selman Lacin

Endocrinologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

24 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr Selman Lacin is one of the best Gynaecologist & Infertility Specialist in Istanbul, Turkey. The medical practitioner holds over 24 years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Istanbul.

Qualifications :

  • GATA School of Medicine (1988) Dokuz Eylul University School of Medicine, Gynecology and Obstetrics Residency Program (1996)

Hospital Address :

Byk?ehir Mahallesi, Medicana International Istanbul, Beylikdz Caddesi, Beylikdz/Istanbul, Turkey

Medical Expertise of Dr. Selman Lacin

  • Medical expertise in treatment of Hormonal Disorders, Infertility, IVF and Gynecologic Endoscopic (laparoscopic and hysteroscopic) Surgery.
  • He is qualified from GATA School of Medicine (1988) and Dokuz Eylul University School of Medicine, Gynecology and Obstetrics Residency Program (1996).
  • Over 80 publications have been published in scientific journals both in national and international journals, and he has contributed to the writing of numerous books.
  • During 2007-2008, he founded and directed the Medical Park Hospital IVF Center.
  • Professor Laçin is a member of a number of professional and social organisations both nationally and overseas.
  • He worked in the Israel Tel-Aviv University, assisted reproduction and IVF Center, and Gulhane Military Medical Academy of IVF Center etc.
Dr. Gayatri Deshpande

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Mumbai, India

22 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi

 


Dr Gayatri Deshpande is one of the most sought after Obstetrician & Gynecologist in Mumbai, India. The doctor holds over 22 years of experience and is associated with Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Gayatri Deshpande is part of:

  • Federation of Obstetrics and Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI)
  • Indian Association of Gynaecological Endoscopist (IAGE)

Certifications :

  • Training in Advance laproscopy and Hysteroscopy - Royal London Hospital UK, 2003

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • DGO

Hospital Address :

Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital, LIC Colony, Suresh Colony, Vile Parle West, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Dr. M Gouri Devi

Endocrinologist

, Delhi, India

50 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi

 


Dr M Gouri Devi is one of the most sought after Obstetrician & Gynecologist in New Delhi, India. The medical practitioner holds over 34 years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh.

Association and Memberships Dr. M Gouri Devi is part of:

  • Medical Council of India (MCI)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD

Hospital Address :

Fortis Hospital , Shalimarbagh, Shaheed Udham Singh Marg, AA Block, Poorbi Shalimar Bag, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi, India

Consult Online with the Best Reproductive Endocrinologist

About Reproductive Endocrinologist

Reproductive endocrinologists are doctors specialized in diagnosing and treating fertility related issues in both males and females. Reproductive Endocrinologists are trained in the subspecialty of Gynecology and Obstetrics including:

  • Medical and surgical treatment of conditions of the female reproductive tract
  • Care of pregnant women
  • Delivery of babies

Many patients visited by a Reproductive Endocrinologist either face complications or experience fertility related problems.

When should you consider visiting a Reproductive Endocrinologist?

There are various reasons why your doctors might refer you to visit a reproductive endocrinologist, some of which include:

  • Difficulty conceiving for more than six months if you're aged 35 or above or for more than a year if you're younger.
  • Having had two or more miscarriages.
  • Risk factors or symptoms of infertility especially if you are trying to conceive.
  • Men or women interested in permanent birth control options like tubal ligation or vasectomy.
  • Men or women who have cancer or have high chances of cancer but want to preserve fertility.
  • A family history of any family member having breast or ovarian cancer or two or more family members with breast, ovary, pancreatic or prostate cancer.
  • Personal history of any sexually transmitted disease (STD) treated in the past.
  • Congenital uterine anomalies.
  • Acquired uterine abnormalities.
  • Other disorders of the female reproductive tract.

Procedures Performed

  • Testicular biopsy
  • Testicular sperm aspiration (TESA)
  • Percutaneous sperm aspiration (PESA)
  • Vasectomy reversal
  • Hysteroscopy
  • Myomectomy
  • Selective Tubal Cannulation
  • Robotic Surgery with the da Vinci® Surgical System
  • Reproductive surgery
  • Endometriosis
  • Laparoscopy
  • Mini-laparotomy
  • Laparotomy
  • Hysteroscopy
  • Pelvic Adhesions
  • Tubal Fertility Surgery
  • Irregular menstrual cycles
  • Unwanted hair growth on face trunk or limbs
  • Acne flare-ups especially prior to a menstrual period
  • Prior surgery on the uterus, fallopian tubes or ovary
  • Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (LEEP)

Top Reproductive Endocrinologists

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Tonguc DayAntalya Anadolu Hastanesi, Antalya
Dr. Pooja VaswaniNMC Royal Women's Hospital, Abu Dhabi
Dr. Nandita palshetkarFortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram
Dr. Monikaa ChawlaFakih IVF Fertility Center, Abu Dhabi
Dr. Deniz GokalpLiv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul
Dr. Antonio GosalvezUniversity Hospital Quironsalud Madrid, Madrid
Dr. Allahbadia Gautam NandkishoreDr. Amal Alias Fertility & Gynaecology Center, Dubai
Dr. Teodora Elena UcenicNMC Royal Women's Hospital, Abu Dhabi

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Which are some of the conditions treated by Reproductive Endocrinologist?

Check out the conditions performed by reproductive endocrinologists:

  • Female Infertility
  • Male Infertility
Who is a Reproductive Endocrinologist?

An endocrinologist specializes in the endocrine system. A reproductive endocrinologist is an obstetrician/gynecologist physician who diagnoses and treats endocrine disorders that are directly or indirectly related to reproduction. These doctors largely deal with problems related to infertility, when you are not able to get pregnant after a year of unprotected sex.

Reproductive endocrinologists may use surgery or procedures to treat infertility. Before they design a treatment plan, they should find the source of the problem. For this, they may:

  • Check blood sugar, thyroid abnormalities
  • Run a semen test
  • Order an X-ray of the uterus, fallopian tubes to find problems
  • Perform an ovarian reserve fertility test to measure the overall level of various hormones related to reproduction like Estradiol, Follicle stimulating hormone, Anti-Müllerian hormone.

Based on the results of such tests, reproductive endocrinologists are able to make the correct diagnosis.

What are the qualifications of a Reproductive Endocrinologist?

A student willing to become a reproductive endocrinologist needs to clear a medical entrance test to pursue a five-and-half-a-year MBBS course. This includes both academic education as well as on-field training. After this, they need to earn a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree. The MD course will be for 3 years. Earning an MD degree is a prerequisite for more specialized knowledge in reproductive endocrinology. Typically, a reproductive endocrinologist follows the educational path of a GYN/OB before getting specialized education.

What conditions do Reproductive Endocrinologists treat?

A reproductive endocrinologist and infertility doctor treats conditions and diseases including:

  • Female infertility conditions, such as polycystic ovarian syndrome, uterine fibroids, endometriosis.
  • Fertility preservation for people with cancer
  • Hormonal disorders like prolactin disorders, abnormal hair growth
  • Male infertility problems like low sperm count, varicocele, low testosterone, ejaculatory dysfunction, erectile dysfunction, post-vasectomy infertility
  • Menopause and hormone replacement
  • Menstrual issues including absence of menstruation, irregular menstruation, painful menstruation, abnormally heavy menstruation
  • Ovarian disorders like ovarian cysts
  • Recurrent miscarriage
  • Secondary infertility including problems
  • Sexual development and function disorders, delayed puberty, menstrual irregularities, and painful intercourse
What diagnostic tests are required by a Reproductive Endocrinologist?

A reproductive endocrinologist can order a wide variety of diagnostic tests, including:

  • Fluid tests including cervical mucus testing, and semen analysis
  • Hormone tests
  • Imaging exams including abdominal ultrasounds, pelvic ultrasounds, testicular ultrasounds
  • Laboratory tests including complete blood counts (CBC), urine tests, screening for sexually transmitted diseases, genetic testing
  • Other exams including hysterosalpinogram ( X-ray to examine your uterus and fallopian tubes)
  • Hysteroscopy, laparoscopy, testicular biopsy, and endometrial biopsy
When should you visit a Reproductive Endocrinologist?

You should consider seeing a reproductive endocrinologist if you develop any of the following symptoms:

  • Absence of menstrual periods
  • Bleeding between menstrual period
  • Painful menstrual periods, heavy vaginal bleeding
  • Pelvic pain, cramps, pain during or after sexual intercourse
  • Erectile dysfunction and decreased sexual desire
  • Female lack of sexual desire
  • Excessive growth of dark hair on your face, lower abdomen, chest
What can you expect from your first visit with a Reproductive Endocrinologist?

Much of the first appointment with aReproductive Endocrinologist will focus on the review of your overall medical history. The doctor may ask you to have blood tests done and might also prescribe tests for the male or female partner.

Make sure that you write down all questions that come to your mind beforehand and share them with your doctor because this is the opportunity to understand what might happen next and what decisions you need to make to get desired results.

When you visit for the first time, the Reproductive Endocrinologist would want to determine whether there are any medical issues in your or your partner’s history that may lead to an underlying medical condition.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Reproductive Endocrinologist?
  • Vasectomy reversal
  • Hysteroscopy
  • Testicular biopsy
  • Testicular sperm aspiration
  • Percutaneous sperm aspiration
  • Robotic Surgery Endometriosis
  • Laparoscopy
  • Mini-laparotomy
  • Myomectomy
  • Selective Tubal Cannulation
  • Laparotomy
  • Hysteroscopy
  • Pelvic Adhesions
  • Tubal Fertility Surgery
  • Irregular menstrual cycles
  • Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure

FAQs related to

Who is a Reproductive Endocrinologist?

An endocrinologist specializes in the endocrine system. A reproductive endocrinologist is an obstetrician/gynecologist physician who diagnoses and treats endocrine disorders that are directly or indirectly related to reproduction. These doctors largely deal with problems related to infertility, when you are not able to get pregnant after a year of unprotected sex.

Reproductive endocrinologists may use surgery or procedures to treat infertility. Before they design a treatment plan, they should find the source of the problem. For this, they may:

  • Check blood sugar, thyroid abnormalities
  • Run a semen test
  • Order an X-ray of the uterus, fallopian tubes to find problems
  • Perform an ovarian reserve fertility test to measure the overall level of various hormones related to reproduction like Estradiol, Follicle stimulating hormone, Anti-Müllerian hormone.

Based on the results of such tests, reproductive endocrinologists are able to make the correct diagnosis.

What are the qualifications of a Reproductive Endocrinologist?

A student willing to become a reproductive endocrinologist needs to clear a medical entrance test to pursue a five-and-half-a-year MBBS course. This includes both academic education as well as on-field training. After this, they need to earn a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree. The MD course will be for 3 years. Earning an MD degree is a prerequisite for more specialized knowledge in reproductive endocrinology. Typically, a reproductive endocrinologist follows the educational path of a GYN/OB before getting specialized education.

What conditions do Reproductive Endocrinologists treat?

A reproductive endocrinologist and infertility doctor treats conditions and diseases including:

  • Female infertility conditions, such as polycystic ovarian syndrome, uterine fibroids, endometriosis.
  • Fertility preservation for people with cancer
  • Hormonal disorders like prolactin disorders, abnormal hair growth
  • Male infertility problems like low sperm count, varicocele, low testosterone, ejaculatory dysfunction, erectile dysfunction, post-vasectomy infertility
  • Menopause and hormone replacement
  • Menstrual issues including absence of menstruation, irregular menstruation, painful menstruation, abnormally heavy menstruation
  • Ovarian disorders like ovarian cysts
  • Recurrent miscarriage
  • Secondary infertility including problems
  • Sexual development and function disorders, delayed puberty, menstrual irregularities, and painful intercourse
What diagnostic tests are required by a Reproductive Endocrinologist?

A reproductive endocrinologist can order a wide variety of diagnostic tests, including:

  • Fluid tests including cervical mucus testing, and semen analysis
  • Hormone tests
  • Imaging exams including abdominal ultrasounds, pelvic ultrasounds, testicular ultrasounds
  • Laboratory tests including complete blood counts (CBC), urine tests, screening for sexually transmitted diseases, genetic testing
  • Other exams including hysterosalpinogram ( X-ray to examine your uterus and fallopian tubes)
  • Hysteroscopy, laparoscopy, testicular biopsy, and endometrial biopsy
When should you visit a Reproductive Endocrinologist?

You should consider seeing a reproductive endocrinologist if you develop any of the following symptoms:

  • Absence of menstrual periods
  • Bleeding between menstrual period
  • Painful menstrual periods, heavy vaginal bleeding
  • Pelvic pain, cramps, pain during or after sexual intercourse
  • Erectile dysfunction and decreased sexual desire
  • Female lack of sexual desire
  • Excessive growth of dark hair on your face, lower abdomen, chest
What can you expect from your first visit with a Reproductive Endocrinologist?

Much of the first appointment with aReproductive Endocrinologist will focus on the review of your overall medical history. The doctor may ask you to have blood tests done and might also prescribe tests for the male or female partner.

Make sure that you write down all questions that come to your mind beforehand and share them with your doctor because this is the opportunity to understand what might happen next and what decisions you need to make to get desired results.

When you visit for the first time, the Reproductive Endocrinologist would want to determine whether there are any medical issues in your or your partner’s history that may lead to an underlying medical condition.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Reproductive Endocrinologist?
  • Vasectomy reversal
  • Hysteroscopy
  • Testicular biopsy
  • Testicular sperm aspiration
  • Percutaneous sperm aspiration
  • Robotic Surgery Endometriosis
  • Laparoscopy
  • Mini-laparotomy
  • Myomectomy
  • Selective Tubal Cannulation
  • Laparotomy
  • Hysteroscopy
  • Pelvic Adhesions
  • Tubal Fertility Surgery
  • Irregular menstrual cycles
  • Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure