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Dr. Sukru Okan Kaylar

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Bursa, Turkey

16 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Sukru Okan Kaylar is a specialized Gynecologist Laproscopic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bursa, Turkey. The doctor has over 16 Years of experience and is associated with VM Medical Park Bursa Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Medical Fakultesi - Medical Education Goztepe SSK Hospital - Specialization

Hospital Address :

Krcaali, Medical Park Hastanesi, Fevzi

Dr. Hulya Cicek

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Trabzon, Turkey

33 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Hulya Cicek is a specialized Gynecologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Trabzon, Turkey. The doctor has over 12 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Karadeniz Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Hulya Cicek is part of:

  • TTB
  • TJOD
  • C?SED (Sexual Consulting Association)

Qualifications :

  • Ataturk University - Medical Education Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine - Expertise

Hospital Address :

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What is the medical expertise of Dr. Hulya Cicek?

  • Dr. Hulya Cicek has more than 12 years of experience in treating numerous gynecological diseases such as poly cystic ovarian disorder(PCOD), endometriosis, uterine fibroids, cervical dysplasia, and infertility.
  • Dr. Cicek is a part of reputed organizations such as the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics and the Turkish Sexual Health Institute.
Dr. Hasan Tahsin Sanisoglu

Endocrinologist

, Trabzon, Turkey

19 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Hasan Tahsin Sanisoglu is a specialized Reproductive Endocrinologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 19 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Trabzon Star Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Trakya University Faculty of Medicine
  • Medical Education Trakya University Faculty of Medicine - Specialist

Hospital Address :

Pazarkap, Medical Park Trabzon Hastanesi, Devlet Sahil Yolu Caddesi, Ortahisar/Trabzon, Turkey

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Dr. Latif Celal Kupelioglu

Endocrinologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

17 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Latif Celal Kupelioglu is a specialized Reproductive Endocrinologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bahcelievler, Turkey. The doctor has over 16 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine Istanbul Suleymaniye Gynecology Education and Research Hospital

Hospital Address :

Bah

Dr. Hussein Ilhan Demirel

Endocrinologist

, Trabzon, Turkey

48 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Hussein Ilhan Demirel is a specialized Reproductive Endocrinologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Trabzon, Turkey. The doctor has over 48 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Karadeniz Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education Ankara
  • Dr. Zekai Tahir Burak Women's Health - Education and Research Hospital - Specialization

Hospital Address :

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Dr. Billur Earringoglu

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

23 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Billur Earringoglu is a specialized Gynecologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 23 Years of experience and is associated with Istinye University Bahcesehir - LIV Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Billur Earringoglu is part of:

  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Turkish Gynecology and Obstetric association
  • TSRM Association Of Reproductive Health and Obstetrics Association
  • Gynecological Endoscopy Association
  • Turkey Maternal Fetal Medicine Association
  • Europian for Gynaecological Encopy

Qualifications :

  • 1986 - 1992 - Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
  • 1993 - 1997 - Suleymeniye Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital - Specialist

Hospital Address :

Ak Veysel Mah, stinye

Dr. Arva Dhanaliwala

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

12 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Arva Dhanaliwala 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 11 Years of experience and is associated with American Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Arva Dhanaliwala is part of:

  • Member of British Fertility Society
  • Member of the Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists

Qualifications :

  • MRCOG,
  • RCOG, UK, 2011
  • DFSRH,
  • FSRH, UK, 2008
  • DGO, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, India, 2003
  • MBBS, Karnatak University, India, 2001

Hospital Address :

American Hospital 1 - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Kasturi Anil Mummigatti

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Ajman, United Arab Emirates

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Kasturi Anil Mummigatti is a specialized Gynecologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ajman, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Thumbay University Hospital, Ajman.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD (OB and Gynec)

Hospital Address :

Thumbay University Hospital - Ajman - United Arab Emirates

What is the medical expertise of Dr. Kasturi Anil Mummigatti?

  • Dr. Kasturi Anil Mummigatti is an exceptional obstetrician and gynecologist with 18 years of experience in providing treatments for uterine fibroids, endometriosis, polycystic ovarian disease, and offering services such as cesarean section and normal delivery.
  • Dr. Mummigatti received a "Special Award" for her contributions to the field of gynecology at the National Conference on Women's Health at Gulf Medical University(GMU) in 2012.
  • Dr. Kasturi has published her research in several journals of repute. Some of her publications are:
    1. Asymptomatic bacteriuria in pregnant women: A hospital-based study; Asian Journal of Microbiology, Biotechnology and Environmental Sciences; Sep-12
    2. Biochemical parameters in women with the polycystic ovarian syndrome– A prospective study,Nepal Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology 2011; Jul-12
    3. Plasma homocysteine and other biochemical parameters in gestational Diabetes Mellitus, Middle East Journal of Family Medicine 2011; 9(8):19-25
Dr. Cagri Arioglu Aydin

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Cagri Arioglu Aydin is a specialized Gynecologist Laproscopic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Goztepe Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Cagri Arioglu Aydin is part of:

  • TJOD
  • TSRM
  • Maternal Fetal Medicine Association
  • Urogynecology Association

Qualifications :

  • 2000 - 2006 - Istanbul Medical Faculty
  • 2007 - 2011 - Istanbul Medical Faculty Obstetrics and Gynecology

Hospital Address :

Dr. Sureyya Mentes

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

52 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Sureyya Mentes is a specialized Gynecologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 35 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Fulya Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Sureyya Mentes is part of:

  • TJOD (Turkish Gynecology and Obstetrics Association)
  • Istanbul Medical Chamber
  • Perinatology Association

Qualifications :

  • Haseki Training and Research Hospital Gynecology and Obstetrics, 1981
  • Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty, 1972

Hospital Address :

Dikilita Mahallesi, Acbadem Fulya Hastanesi, Hakk Yeten Caddesi, Beikta/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Yucel Kocyigit

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

14 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Yucel Kocyigit is a specialized Gynecologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 14 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Fulya Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Akdeniz University School of Medicine Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2012
  • Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine, 2005

Hospital Address :

Dikilita Mahallesi, Acbadem Fulya Hastanesi, Hakk Yeten Caddesi, Beikta/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Gul Mandraci

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

17 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Gul Mandraci is a specialized Gynecologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 17 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Bakirkoy Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Gul Mandraci is part of:

  • Turkish Gynecology and Obstetrics Association

Qualifications :

  • SISLI Etfal Training and Research Hospital Gynecology and Obstetrics, 2002
  • Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty, 1997

Hospital Address :

Zeytinlik Mahallesi, Acbadem Bakrk

Dr. Irina Ergul

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

13 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Irina Ergul is a specialized Gynecologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bahcelievler, Turkey. The doctor has over 12 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Irina Ergul is part of:

  • ISUOG
  • TJOD
  • Medical Chamber

Qualifications :

  • North State Medical University - Russia - Medical Education
  • Arhangelsk Russian Regional Clinical Hospital - Obstetrics - Specialization
  • Suleymaniye Gynecology and Obstetrics Training and Research Hospital - Specialization

Hospital Address :

Bah

Dr. Gunay Babayeva

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Gunay Babayeva is a specialized Gynecologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with I.A.U VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Gunay Babayeva is part of:

  • Turkish Association of Gynecology and Obsteterik -TJOD
  • Reproductive Health and Infertility Association -TSRM
  • Gynecological Society Endodkop-JED
  • Turkey Maternal Fetal Medicine and Perinatology Association-TMFTP

Qualifications :

  • 2004-2010: Azerbaijan State Medical University Medical Faculty
  • 2010-2011: Fuzuli State Hospital Emergency Service State Service Obligation
  • 2012-2017: Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Specialization Training / Research Assistant

Hospital Address :

Beyol, .A.

Dr. Huseyin Cengiz

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

21 Years of experience

Speaks: English , German

 


Dr. Huseyin Cengiz is a specialized Gynecologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 17 Years of experience and is associated with I.A.U VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Huseyin Cengiz is part of:

  • Turkish Gynecology and Obstetrics Association
  • Turkish Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery Association
  • Urogynecology Association

Qualifications :

  • 2003 - Gazi University Faculty of Medicine - Undergraduate
  • 2008 - Ministry of Health Ankara Etlik Maternity and Gynecology Education and Research Hospital - Specialization
  • 2014 - Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine - Associate Professor

Hospital Address :

Beyol, .A.

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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

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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