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Dr. Gunjan Kumari

Endocrinologist

, Ghaziabad, India

11 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Gunjan Kumari is a specialized Reproductive Endocrinologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in DelhiNCR, India. The doctor has over 8 Years of experience and is associated with Max Super Specialty Hospital, Vaishali.

Association and Memberships Dr. Gunjan Kumari is part of:

  • Member, Federation of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Society of India
  • Member, Assoiation of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Delhi
  • Member, Indian fertility Society

Qualifications :

  • M.B.B.S (Hons), RIMS, Ranchi
  • Masters in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, RIMS, Ranchi
  • Senior Residency, Maulana Azad Medical college, New Delhi
  • PG Diploma in Sonography
  • Advance Infertility Training(FOGSI), Sir Gangaram Hospital
  • Training in Operative Laproscopy, Basic and Advanced, AIIMS
  • Fellowship in Minimal Access Gynaecology Surgery and Reproductive Medicine

Hospital Address :

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Vaishali, near Radisson Blu Hotel, Sector-1, Vaishali, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India

Dr. Dae Yeon Kim

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Seoul, South Korea

23 Years of experience

Speaks: Korean , English

 


Dr. Dae Yeon Kim is a specialized Gynecologist in South Korea. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Seoul, South Korea. The doctor has over 23 Years of experience and is associated with Asan Medical Centre.

Qualifications :

  • Seoul National University (Ph.D.)
  • Seoul National University (Master of Medicine)

Hospital Address :

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

Dr. Timur Gurgan

Endocrinologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

44 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Timur Gurgan is a specialized Reproductive Endocrinologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 44 Years of experience and is associated with Istinye University Bahcesehir - LIV Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine - Specialization

Hospital Address :

Ak Veysel Mah, stinye

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Dr. Safak Hatirnaz

Surgical Oncologist

, Samsun, Turkey

27 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Safak Hatirnaz is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Samsun, Turkey. The doctor has over 25 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Samsun Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Safak Hatirnaz is part of:

  • Turkish Medical Association (TTB)
  • Turkish Gynecology and ObstetricSociety (TJOD)
  • Turkish Urojinecology

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine (1995)
  • Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Department of Gynaecology & Obstetrics Residency Program (1999).

Hospital Address :

Yenimahalle Mahallesi, Medicana International Samsun, ?ehit Mesut Birinci Caddesi, Canik/Samsun, Turkey

Dr. Ami Fishman

Surgical Oncologist

, Herzliya, Israel

30 Years of experience

Speaks: Hebrew , English

 


Dr. Ami Fishman is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Israel. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Herzliya, Israel. The doctor has over 30 Years of experience and is associated with Herzliya Medical Center.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ami Fishman is part of:

  • Medical Union Memberships
  • Israeli Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  • Israeli Society for Oncology Gynecology
  • European Society for Oncology Gynecology
  • American Society for Oncology Gynecology
  • International Society of Gynecological

Qualifications :

  • Graduate of the School of Medicine - Tel Aviv University with honors, Sackler School of Medicine
  • Specialization in Gynecology and Obstetrics - Rambam Medical Center, Haifa
  • Fellowship in Gynecology-Oncology at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas

Hospital Address :

Herzliya Medical Center, Ramat Yam Street, Herzliya, Israel

What is the medical expertise of Dr Ami Fishman?

  • Dr Ami Fishman is a competent and skilled professional with 30 years of experience in his field of expertise. He is well-regarded for providing services such as polypectomy, colposcopy, hysterectomy, vaginal prolapse, termination of pregnancy, total mastectomy, and hysteroscopy.
  • Dr Fishman is a member of several well-known professional organizations such as the International Society of Gynecologic Cancer and the Society of Gynecologic Oncology. He also served as the Chairman of the Israeli Society of Gynecologic Oncology. Dr Fishman is also a part of the Editorial Board of Gynecologic Oncology Journal.
  • Dr Ami Fishman completed a Fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas.
  • Dr Fishman has publications in many journals of repute including:
    1. Ethnic disparities for Gynecologic Cancers in Israel.
    2. Implementing Personal Mentoring in an Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program-3-year Evaluation.
Dr. Praveena Saraf

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

27 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Praveena Saraf is a specialized Gynecologist Laproscopic Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 27 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Specialty Hospital, Al Nahda.

Certifications :

  • Dr. Praveena has also done an internship at R.N.T Medical College, Udaipur, India. She also has conducted a research project on Obstetric & Gynaecological profile following ectopic gestation.

Qualifications :

  • Dr. Praveena Saraf has obtained her MBBS and MS from R.N.T Medical College, Udaipur, India.

Hospital Address :

NMC Speciality Hospital Al Nahda Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Madhu Ahuja

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Delhi, India

40 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Madhu Ahuja is a specialized Gynecologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Delhi, India. The doctor has over 35 Years of experience and is associated with Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj.

Association and Memberships Dr. Madhu Ahuja is part of:

  • Royal college of obstetricians and gynaecologists, London, UK
  • FOGSI, India
  • AOGD, Delhi
  • Indian Association of gynaecological endoscopists.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - Christian Medical college and Hospital , Ludhiana, Punjab, 1979
  • M.D. - Post graduate institute of medical education and research, Chandigarh -India, 1983
  • DNB - National board of examinations, 1985
  • MRCOG - Royal college of obstetricians and gynaecologists, London, UK, 1990

Hospital Address :

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj, I.P.Extension, Patparganj, Delhi, India

Dr. Fadia Fadal Al Khalil

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

30 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Arabic

 


Dr. Fadia Fadal Al Khalil is a specialized Gynecologist Laproscopic Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 26 Years of experience and is associated with Saudi German Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Fadia Fadal Al Khalil is part of:

  • International Society Gynecology Endoscopy
  • Cosmetic Gynecology American Aesthetic Association

Qualifications :

  • Master of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Syria
  • Arab board certificate in obstetrics and gynecology
  • Diploma in laparoscopic and hysteroscopy, Germany
  • Fellowship in international society Gynecology endoscopy
  • Fellowship in cosmetic gynecology in American Aesthetic association
  • Syria board certificate in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Hospital Address :

Saudi German Hospital Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Fady Georges Hachem

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

36 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Arabic

 


Dr. Fady Georges Hachem is a specialized Gynecologist Laproscopic Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 21 Years of experience and is associated with Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi.

Association and Memberships Dr. Fady Georges Hachem is part of:

  • Lebanese Society of Obs and Gyn
  • Lebanese Cancer Society
  • Middle East Fertility Society
  • European Society of Human Reproduction

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - Saint Joseph University, Lebanon
  • Diploma Laparoscopic Surgery - Clermont Ferrant, France
  • Diploma Ultrasound - Lille University, France
  • Diploma Infertility and Assisted Reproduction, France

Hospital Address :

Burjeel Hospital - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Mehmet Cihat Unlu

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

40 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Mehmet Cihat Unlu is a specialized Gynecologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 40 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Bakirkoy Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Mehmet Cihat Unlu is part of:

  • German Fertility Society
  • American Society Of Reproductive Medicine
  • Ankara University Alumni Association
  • European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE)
  • Gynecology Endoscopy Association
  • Perinatology-Endocrinology Association
  • Turkish German Gynecology Association
  • Turkish Medical Association, Ankara Medical Chamber
  • Turkey Association Gynecology
  • Infertility Foundation of Turkey
  • Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons (SLS)
  • American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL)
  • Middle East Fertility Society (MEFS)
  • The European Society for Infectious Diseases in Obstetrics and Gynecology (ESIDOG), President of Turkey
  • Turkish Gynecology and Obstetrics Association (TJOD)
  • Reproductive Health and Infertility Association (TSRM)
  • Reproductive Medicine and Surgery Association (ÜTD)
  • Pelvic Pain and Endometriosis Association

Qualifications :

  • 2005, Acibadem University Faculty of Medicine / Faculty Member
  • 1996, Ankara University School of Medicine / Professor
  • 1990, Ankara University School of Medicine / Associate Professor
  • 1988, Hannover University School of Medicine Obstetrics and Gynecology AD / Infertility Clinic Invitro Fertilization
  • 1986, Ankara University School of Medicine Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • 1986, Hannover Medical School Gynecology and Obstetrics Clinic / Federal Government of Germany DAAD Scholarship / Perinatology, Ultrasonography Training and Laparoscopic Surgery Training
  • 1979, Ankara University School of Medicine
  • 1972, Mustafa Kemal High School

Hospital Address :

Zeytinlik Mahallesi, Acbadem Bakrk

Dr. Figen Kir Sahin

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

27 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Figen Kir Sahin is a specialized Gynecologist Laproscopic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bahcelievler, Turkey. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Figen Kir Sahin is part of:

  • Turkish Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • TSRM Infertility and Reproductive Health Association of
  • Turkey Gynecological Endoscopy Society
  • Istanbul Medical Chamber

Qualifications :

  • 1998: Faculty of Medicine Istanbul University, License
  • 1998: Faculty of Medicine Istanbul University, Master's Degree
  • 2004: Zeynep Kamil Gynecology and Pediatrics Hospital, Doctorate / S. Proficiency / Specialization in Medicine Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • 2010: Afyon Kocatepe University, Subspecialty Perinatology
  • 2011: UYTE Certificate invitro fertilization VKV American Hospital UYTE unit
  • 2011: Reproductive medicine and IVF Invitro fertilization and endometriosis Yale University / USA

Hospital Address :

Bah

Dr. Banu Duru

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Banu Duru 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 Acibadem International Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Banu Duru is part of:

  • Turkish Gynecology and Obstetrics Association
  • Turkish Medical Association

Qualifications :

  • 2006, Gynecology and Obstetrics
  • 2000, Istanbul University School of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Yeilk

Dr. Ayla Donertas

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Fethiye, Turkey

8 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ayla Donertas is a specialized Gynecologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 8 Years of experience and is associated with Lokman Hekim Esnaf Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Medicine School - Ankara University, 2005.
  • Specialty Training Izmir Tepecik Education and Research Hospital, 2013

Hospital Address :

Tuzla, Private Lokman Hekim Esnaf Hospital, 54. Sokak, Fethiye/Mula, Turkey

Dr. Rakhi Rawat

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Noida, India

21 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Rakhi Rawat is a specialized Gynecologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in DelhiNCR, India. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with Metro Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • MS - Obstetrics and Gynaecology - G R MEDICAL COLLEGE, GWALIOR, 2003
  • MBBS - Sarojini Naidu Medical College , Agra, 1998

Hospital Address :

Metro Hospital & Heart Institute, Buddh Vihar, Block X, Sector 12, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Dr. Rashmi Pabalkar

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Pune, India

15 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Rashmi Pabalkar is a specialized Gynecologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Pune, India. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Ruby Hall Clinic.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - D Y Patil Medical College, Pune, 2001
  • DGO - RUBY HALL CLINIC, PUNE, 2006
  • DNB - Obstetrics and Gynecology - RUBY HALL CLINIC, PUNE, 2010

Hospital Address :

Ruby Hall Clinic, Sassoon Road, Sangamvadi, Pune, Maharashtra, India

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About Fertility Specialist

A fertility specialist is a doctor specialized in reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI) that is a subspecialty of obstetrics and gynecology. REI is the branch of medicine addressing hormonal functioning pertaining to the reproduction and infertility in women and men. A fertility specialist provides the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of all the issues pertaining to reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI). FOr instance, if you have been trying to get pregnant for a year (or six months if above 35 years of age) via natural conception or facing any other issues related to reproductive endocrinology and infertility, then you might consider visiting a fertility specialist. Some of infertility problems for which people visit a fertility specialist include:

  • Endometriosis
  • Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
  • Problems with ovulation
  • Abnormalities of the ovaries, fallopian tubes and/or uterus.
  • In case if you have faced multiple miscarriages, a fertility specialist may diagnose the cause of the miscarriages and guide you on the procedures to follow that may help in preventing the miscarriage so that you can carry the baby to term.

Procedures Performed

  • Hysteroscopy
  • Laparoscopy and Robotic Laparoscopy
  • Laparotomy
  • Egg Retrieval
  • Varicocelectomy
  • Vasectomy Reversal (Vasovasostomy or Vasoepididymostomy)
  • Sperm Retrieval (epididymal aspiration)
  • Tubal Surgery.
  • Endometriosis.
  • Uterine surgery
  • Open Abdominal Procedures
  • Ovarian drilling

Top Fertility Specialists

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Geeta ChadhaIndraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
Dr. Antonio GosalvezUniversity Hospital Quironsalud Madrid, Madrid
Dr. Noppadol ChuntornteptevunBangpakok 9 International Hospital, Bangkok
Dr. Madhu SrivastavaCloudnine Hospital, Noida
Dr. Hanan Al sayeghNMC Specialty Hospital, Al Nahda, Dubai
Dr. Witsarut CherdchoothaiBangpakok 9 International Hospital, Bangkok
Dr. Sema Agar SezginMedical Park Ordu Hospital, Ordu
Dr. Deniz GokalpLiv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul

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Fertility issues are becoming more common as people's lives become more stressed and their intensifying health problems. According to research conducted by the NCBI, around 8% to 12% of couples of reproductive age worldwide are diagnosed with infertility issues. You've been trying to conceive for years, but failure at each phase has taken its toll. But there's no need to be upset or depressed about it. Almost all cases of infertility can now be treated because of advancements in medical technology. A good doctor and a reputable clinic may work wonders, which is why MediGence's Telemedicine is ideal for you. Many clinics and doctors throughout the world have adopted this video conferencing technology. Following are the reasons to avail an online consultation with a fertility specialist/doctor-

  • It provides the benefit of seeing a doctor in person and vice versa. It may not be as good as having a face-to-face talk, but it's surely better than nothing.
  • Through video consultations, you will be able to contact the world's finest onboard fertility experts.
  • You can get answers to the cause of your condition after a thorough diagnosis
  • He or she is capable of thoroughly examining and addressing the hormonal processes and factors that affect reproduction in both women and men.
  • Some fertility specialists are also known as REs (Reproductive Endocrinologists), who have special training in the diagnosis and treatment of women’s infertility issues. Therefore, you can get the best specialized opinion via video conference call with the expert.
  • Treatment includes the right diagnosis of underlying conditions polyps, blocked fallopian tubes, or fibroid
  • He/she will guide you through the multiple treatment options/alternatives like IVF, IUI, etc.
  • After determining the cause, a fertility specialist can recommend personalized treatment that will help you to start your journey to parenthood
  • In a nutshell, you will get step-by-step guidance from your fertility specialist at the ease of your home
  • The success rate of fertility treatments like IVF and IUI depends on the findings of clinical tests, medical history, and factors like age and reproductive functioning that are pertaining to the individual
  • You can observe and choose the right fertility specialist for your further treatment process.
  • Telemedicine follows the privacy protocols in accordance with HIPAA compliance. Your every information will be kept confidential
  • Telemedicine has a secured payment gateway through which you can pay a reasonable amount with full safety
  • Teleconsultation with a Fertility specialist can cost you between 123USD- 456USD

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Who is a Fertility Specialist?

A fertility specialist is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating fertility problems, to help people who are unsuccessfully trying to have a baby. Fertility doctors treat conditions related to both male and female infertility.

A fertility doctor is also a reproductive endocrinologist who practices obstetrics and gynecology called reproductive endocrinology & infertility (REI). It is a field of medicine that studies hormonal functioning as it is related to reproduction and infertility in both men and women. An infertility workup also includes an endometrial biopsy to determine whether imbalanced hormone levels are affecting the endometrium.

Once a fertility specialist has received as much information as he or she could from the infertility workup, they will recommend suitable fertility treatment options. Common fertility-related conditions treated by fertility specialists include ovulation problems, hormonal disorders, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), weight or age-related infertility, endometriosis, fibroids, blocked fallopian tubes, azoospermia, abnormal sperm production, fertility-related to certain genetic conditions.

What are the qualifications of a Fertility Specialist?

A student willing to become a fertility specialist 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 medicine. Typically, a fertility doctor follows the educational path of a GYN/OB before getting specialized education.

Steps to become a fertility specialist:

  • Earn a Bachelor's degree (MBBS) followed by a Master’s Degree (MD).
  • Take part in a residency program: After passing out from a medical school, future fertility specialists should take part in a residency program to boost their knowledge and skills to provide the best possible treatment for patients.
  • Obtain a Fellowship: The final step in the education of fertility specialists is to get a fellowship in reproductive endocrinology. Fellowships allow future fertility specialists to achieve valuable experience, seeing many patients with different health conditions - from basic endocrinology to male infertility to a large number of reproductive disorders.
What conditions does a Fertility Specialist treat?

A fertility specialist specializes in the treatment of fertility issues. But there may be other conditions related to the male and female reproductive system that can be treated by a fertility doctor.

Some common conditions treated by a fertility expert are listed below:

  • Problems with ovulation
  • Ovulation problems
  • Hormonal disorders
  • Weight or age-related infertility
  • Polycystic ovarian syndrome
  • Endometriosis
  • Fibroids
  • Blocked fallopian tubes
  • Abnormal sperm production
  • Azoospermia
  • Infertility related to genetic conditions
  • Abnormalities of the ovaries, fallopian tubes or uterus
  • Endometriosis
  • Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
  • Multiple miscarriages
What diagnostic tests are required by a Fertility Specialist?

Before infertility testing, a fertility specialist works to understand your overall sexual habits in order to make recommendations to increase your chances of getting pregnant. An evaluation for infertility must be done in a focused way to determine all relevant factors and should include the female as well as male partners. The least invasive methods that help detect the most common causes of infertility must be done first.

The following tests may be recommended as part of your infertility evaluation:

  • Semen analysis
  • Hormone testing
  • Testicular biopsy
  • Hysterosalpingography
  • Ovarian reserve testing
  • Hysteroscopy
  • Laparoscopy
  • Transvaginal Ultrasonography
  • Sonohysterography
  • Hysteroscopy
  • Sonohysterogram
  • Ultrasound
  • Hormone blood test
When should you visit a Fertility Specialist?

Fertility specialists are technically gynecologists or urologists who have had additional training in dealing with issues related to the reproductive organs. There are various reasons your doctor might refer you to a fertility specialist, some of which are given below:

  • Difficulty conceiving for more than six months if you are of age 35 or older, or for more than a year if you are younger.
  • Having two or more miscarriages.
  • Just beginning to try to conceive with known symptoms or risk factors of infertility, such as genetic conditions, irregular cycles, or any prior sexually transmitted diseases (even though already treated).
  • Women or men who are interested in permanent birth control options, like or vasectomy tubal ligation.
  • Men or women with a cancer diagnosis who require guidance on ways to preserve fertility before undergoing treatments, or those willing to conceive after treatments.
  • Your partner has trouble achieving an erection.
  • Absence of period, heavy bleeding, and irregular periods
  • Either you or your partner has a history of sexually transmitted diseases.
  • You may also want to see a fertility specialist if you have had cancer (like chemotherapy treatment) or if your mother experienced early menopause.
What can you expect from your first visit with a Fertility Specialist?

Much of the first appointment with a fertility specialist will focus on the review of your overall medical history and discussion about the possibility of male-factor issues. The fertility specialist may ask you to have blood tests done or go for a pelvic exam, and might also prescribe tests for the male or female partner. If these tests are already been done, the doctor will review, and then discuss the results with you.

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. Always feel free to clear your doubts with your medical team. It is their core responsibility to educate you and also respond to your concerns.

When you visit for the first time, the fertility doctor 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 that is resulting in infertility that might need further evaluation. The next steps can involve the evaluation of the ovaries, the Fallopian tubes, and the sperm count.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Fertility Specialist?
  • Tubal Surgery
  • Endometriosis
  • In vitro fertilization
  • Uterine surgery
  • Open Abdominal Procedures
  • Ovarian drilling
  • Hysteroscopy
  • Laparoscopy and Robotic Laparoscopy
  • Laparotomy
  • Egg Retrieval
  • Varicocelectomy
  • Vasectomy Reversal (Vasovasostomy or Vasoepididymostomy)
  • Sperm Retrieval (epididymal aspiration)
  • Intracytoplasmic sperm injection
  • Gamete intrafallopian transfer
  • Zygote intrafallopian transfer

FAQs related to

Who is a Fertility Specialist?

A fertility specialist is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating fertility problems, to help people who are unsuccessfully trying to have a baby. Fertility doctors treat conditions related to both male and female infertility.

A fertility doctor is also a reproductive endocrinologist who practices obstetrics and gynecology called reproductive endocrinology & infertility (REI). It is a field of medicine that studies hormonal functioning as it is related to reproduction and infertility in both men and women. An infertility workup also includes an endometrial biopsy to determine whether imbalanced hormone levels are affecting the endometrium.

Once a fertility specialist has received as much information as he or she could from the infertility workup, they will recommend suitable fertility treatment options. Common fertility-related conditions treated by fertility specialists include ovulation problems, hormonal disorders, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), weight or age-related infertility, endometriosis, fibroids, blocked fallopian tubes, azoospermia, abnormal sperm production, fertility-related to certain genetic conditions.

What are the qualifications of a Fertility Specialist?

A student willing to become a fertility specialist 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 medicine. Typically, a fertility doctor follows the educational path of a GYN/OB before getting specialized education.

Steps to become a fertility specialist:

  • Earn a Bachelor's degree (MBBS) followed by a Master’s Degree (MD).
  • Take part in a residency program: After passing out from a medical school, future fertility specialists should take part in a residency program to boost their knowledge and skills to provide the best possible treatment for patients.
  • Obtain a Fellowship: The final step in the education of fertility specialists is to get a fellowship in reproductive endocrinology. Fellowships allow future fertility specialists to achieve valuable experience, seeing many patients with different health conditions - from basic endocrinology to male infertility to a large number of reproductive disorders.
What conditions does a Fertility Specialist treat?

A fertility specialist specializes in the treatment of fertility issues. But there may be other conditions related to the male and female reproductive system that can be treated by a fertility doctor.

Some common conditions treated by a fertility expert are listed below:

  • Problems with ovulation
  • Ovulation problems
  • Hormonal disorders
  • Weight or age-related infertility
  • Polycystic ovarian syndrome
  • Endometriosis
  • Fibroids
  • Blocked fallopian tubes
  • Abnormal sperm production
  • Azoospermia
  • Infertility related to genetic conditions
  • Abnormalities of the ovaries, fallopian tubes or uterus
  • Endometriosis
  • Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
  • Multiple miscarriages
What diagnostic tests are required by a Fertility Specialist?

Before infertility testing, a fertility specialist works to understand your overall sexual habits in order to make recommendations to increase your chances of getting pregnant. An evaluation for infertility must be done in a focused way to determine all relevant factors and should include the female as well as male partners. The least invasive methods that help detect the most common causes of infertility must be done first.

The following tests may be recommended as part of your infertility evaluation:

  • Semen analysis
  • Hormone testing
  • Testicular biopsy
  • Hysterosalpingography
  • Ovarian reserve testing
  • Hysteroscopy
  • Laparoscopy
  • Transvaginal Ultrasonography
  • Sonohysterography
  • Hysteroscopy
  • Sonohysterogram
  • Ultrasound
  • Hormone blood test
When should you visit a Fertility Specialist?

Fertility specialists are technically gynecologists or urologists who have had additional training in dealing with issues related to the reproductive organs. There are various reasons your doctor might refer you to a fertility specialist, some of which are given below:

  • Difficulty conceiving for more than six months if you are of age 35 or older, or for more than a year if you are younger.
  • Having two or more miscarriages.
  • Just beginning to try to conceive with known symptoms or risk factors of infertility, such as genetic conditions, irregular cycles, or any prior sexually transmitted diseases (even though already treated).
  • Women or men who are interested in permanent birth control options, like or vasectomy tubal ligation.
  • Men or women with a cancer diagnosis who require guidance on ways to preserve fertility before undergoing treatments, or those willing to conceive after treatments.
  • Your partner has trouble achieving an erection.
  • Absence of period, heavy bleeding, and irregular periods
  • Either you or your partner has a history of sexually transmitted diseases.
  • You may also want to see a fertility specialist if you have had cancer (like chemotherapy treatment) or if your mother experienced early menopause.
What can you expect from your first visit with a Fertility Specialist?

Much of the first appointment with a fertility specialist will focus on the review of your overall medical history and discussion about the possibility of male-factor issues. The fertility specialist may ask you to have blood tests done or go for a pelvic exam, and might also prescribe tests for the male or female partner. If these tests are already been done, the doctor will review, and then discuss the results with you.

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. Always feel free to clear your doubts with your medical team. It is their core responsibility to educate you and also respond to your concerns.

When you visit for the first time, the fertility doctor 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 that is resulting in infertility that might need further evaluation. The next steps can involve the evaluation of the ovaries, the Fallopian tubes, and the sperm count.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Fertility Specialist?
  • Tubal Surgery
  • Endometriosis
  • In vitro fertilization
  • Uterine surgery
  • Open Abdominal Procedures
  • Ovarian drilling
  • Hysteroscopy
  • Laparoscopy and Robotic Laparoscopy
  • Laparotomy
  • Egg Retrieval
  • Varicocelectomy
  • Vasectomy Reversal (Vasovasostomy or Vasoepididymostomy)
  • Sperm Retrieval (epididymal aspiration)
  • Intracytoplasmic sperm injection
  • Gamete intrafallopian transfer
  • Zygote intrafallopian transfer