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Dr. Bulent Tekin

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

17 Years of experience

 


Dr. Bulent Tekin is a specialized Gynecologist Laproscopic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over of experience and is associated with Istinye University Bahcesehir - LIV Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education
  • 2004 - 2009 - Taksim Education Research Hospital-Obstetrics and Gynecology- Specialization
  • 2013 - 2014 - University of Leicester.Leicester Royal Infrmary-Urojinecology Sub-Branch Education. -
  • Expertise WALS-World of Laparoscopic Surgeons-Fellowship-2008 November

Hospital Address :

Ak Veysel Mah, stinye

Dr. Savitha Shetty

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

32 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Savitha Shetty 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 of experience and is associated with NMC Specialty Hospital, Al Nahda.

Qualifications :

  • Dr. Savitha Shetty has obtained her MBBS from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, India (MAHE – Deemed University). She later obtained her Diploma in Gynaecology and Obstetrics (DGO) from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, India. Dr. Savitha has also passed her MRCOG (Part 1) in 2005.

Hospital Address :

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

Dr. Zainab Iqbal

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

9 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Zainab Iqbal 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 9 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Specialty Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Zainab Iqbal is part of:

  • College of Physicians and Surgeons

Qualifications :

  • She completed her MBBS from Quaid-e-Azam Medical College, Bahawalpur, Pakistan in 2012 and Post Graduate Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (FCPS-1) from College of Physicians & Surgeons (CPSP), Pakistan in 2013.

Hospital Address :

NMC Specialty Hospital Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

What is the medical expertise of Dr Zainab Iqbal?

  • Dr Zainab Iqbal has more than 4 years of experience in treating various gynecological diseases surgically. Her areas of expertise include diagnostic ultrasonography, caesarean deliveries, vaginal and abdominal hysterectomy, removal of ovarian cysts, vaginal constructive surgery, and ectopic pregnancy treatment.
  • She finished her Post Graduate Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynecology(FCPS-1) at the College of Physicians and Surgeons(CPSP) in Pakistan in 2013.
  • Dr Zainab is a member of the Pakistan Medical Commission(PMC).

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Dr. Birol Vural

Endocrinologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

23 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Birol Vural is a specialized Reproductive Endocrinologist 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 Medicana Camlica Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Hacettepe University School of Medicine (1988)
  • Saglik Bilimleri University Ankara Numune Hospital (1994)

Hospital Address :

K?s?kl? Mahallesi, MEDICANA aml?ca Hospital, skdar/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Murat

Endocrinologist

, Antalya, Turkey

25 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Murat 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 Memorial Atasehir Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Murat is part of:

  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Turkish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics
  • Turkish Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Association
  • Gynecological Endoscopy Association

Qualifications :

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology Specialist Training
  • Medical Doctor Education

Hospital Address :

K

Dr. Necati

Endocrinologist

, Konya, Turkey

28 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English , Arabic

 


Dr. Necati is a specialized Reproductive Endocrinologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in konya, Turkey. The doctor has over 0 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana Konya Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Capa Faculty of Medicine 1996
  • Ankara Zekai Tahir Burak Women's Health Training and Research Hospital, 2001

Hospital Address :

Feritpa?a Mahallesi, Medicana Hospital in Konya, Grz Sokak, Seluklu/Konya, Turkey

Dr. Berrin Karakuy

Endocrinologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

34 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Berrin Karakuy is a specialized Reproductive Endocrinologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 24 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Antalya Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Berrin Karakuy is part of:

  • TJOD (Turkish Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology)
  • TSRM (Turkey Reproductive Health and Infertility Association)
  • ASRM (Reproductive Health and Infertility Association of America)
  • UTD (Reproductive Medicine Association)
  • JED (Gynecology Endoscopy Association)
  • Turkey Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Perinatology Association
  • Cosmetic Gynecology Association

Qualifications :

  • 1982-1983 Hacettepe University Chemical Engineering-Ankara
  • 1983-1990 19 Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine-Samsun
  • 1994-1998 Zekai Tahir Burak Maternity-Ankara (Obstetrics and Gynecology Specialist Training)

Hospital Address :

Fener, Medical Park Antalya Hastanesi, Tekeliolu Caddesi, Muratpaa/Antalya, Turkey

Dr. Umut Gokturk

Endocrinologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

13 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Umut Gokturk is a specialized Reproductive Endocrinologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 11 Years of experience and is associated with Memorial Sisli Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Umut Gokturk is part of:

  • Turkish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics
  • TSRM Reproductive Health and Infertility Association
  • Turkish Urogynecology Association

Certifications :

  • Ovulation Induction Course, 2017
  • Ministry of Health Emergency Obstetric Care Clinician Training, 2016
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program Practitioner Certificate, 2015
  • Gynecological Endoscopy Association Laporoscopic Suture Techniques Course, 2015
  • Ankara Pelvic Floor Surgery Cadaver Course, 2015
  • Ankara Urogynecology Days, 2010
  • Laparoscopy Certificate, 2007
  • ZTB & Etlik Maternity Houses Urogynecology Days, 2007
  • ZTB 7th Traditional Training Days Invasive Interventional Course, 2006

Qualifications :

  • Zekai Tahir Burak Education and Research Hospital, Gynecology and Obstetrics Specialist Training 2002 - 2007, Turkey
  • Hacettepe Medical Faculty, Medical Doctor Education, 1995 - 2002, Turkey

Hospital Address :

Kaptan Paa Mh, Memorial ili Hospital, Halit Ziya T

Dr. Yusuf Ustun

Endocrinologist

, Ankara, Turkey

17 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Yusuf Ustun is a specialized Reproductive Endocrinologist 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 Medicana International Ankara Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Dokuz Eylul University School of Medicine,Department of IVF - Fertiliy Center (1996)
  • Ankara University School of Medicine, Department of IVF - Fertiliy Center, IVF - Fertiliy Center Residency Program (2001)

Hospital Address :

S?tz Mahallesi, Medicana International Ankara, S?tz Cad Eski?ehir Yolu zeri, ankaya/Ankara, Turkey

Dr. A Fatih Durmusoglu

Endocrinologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

38 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. A Fatih Durmusoglu is a specialized Reproductive Endocrinologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 38 Years of experience and is associated with Hisar Intercontinental Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. A Fatih Durmusoglu is part of:

  • Infertility Foundation of Turkey
  • Turkish Menopause Association
  • Istanbul Gynecology Association
  • Turkey Infertility Association
  • American Fertility Society
  • North American Menopause Society
  • American Association Of Gynecologic Laparoscopists

Certifications :

  • Post-specialist training; 'Post doc fellowship' at the Department of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Johns Hopkins University

Qualifications :

  • 1981 Uludag University Faculty of Medicine
  • 1986, Ob/Gyn residency program:Dr. Zekai Tahir Burak Women Health and Maternity Hospital-Ankara / Turkey.
  • 1989, Johns Hopkins University HospitalOb/Gyn department-Pos doc fellowship program. Baltimore,USA.

Hospital Address :

Saray Mah, Hisar Intercontinental Hospital, Site Yolu Cad, mraniye/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Olarik Musigavong

Endocrinologist

Phnom Penh, Cambodia

15 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Khmer

 


Dr. Olarik Musigavong is a specialized Reproductive Endocrinologist in Cambodia. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with First Fertility Center .

Association and Memberships Dr. Olarik Musigavong is part of:

  • Royal Thai College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  • Thai Menopause Society
  • Thai Society of Reproductive Medicine
  • Thai Society of Gynecologic Endoscopists
  • The American Society for Reproductive medicine
  • European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology
  • American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists
  • Society of Endometriosis and Uterine Disorders

Certifications :

  • Diploma of Thai Board of Thai Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Qualifications :

  • Medical degree, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Thailand
  • Higher Graduate Diploma of Clinical Sciences Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Department of Obstetrics and
  • Gynaecology, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Thailand

Hospital Address :

First Fertility Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Preah Monivong Boulevard RD, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

What is the medical expertise of Dr. Olarik Musigavong?

  • Dr. Olarik Musigavong has over 15 years of experience and specializes in gynecologic endoscopy, gynecological endocrinology, and infertility.
  • Dr. Olarik regularly attends several workshops to update his skills. Some of the workshops he has attended include the TSGE-APAGE Workshop(2009,2010), the International workshop on the ultra-management in chronic pelvic pain: from complexity to simplicity (2013), and the International workshop on the 4 dimension in management of deep endometriosis(2012). He also completed the reproductive medicine training course(2010,2011) and an advanced course in gynecological endoscopy at ASIAN IRCAD-Taiwan 2012.
  • Dr. Olarik also attends conferences to gain knowledge about the latest developments in the field . Some of these conferences include the 2nd Bangkok Annual Congress in Minimally invasive Surgery, the 3rd Bangkok Annual Congress in Minimally invasive Surgery and the AGES XXII Annual scientific meeting in 2012.
  • He obtained the Diploma of Thai Subobard of Reproductive Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital. Mahidol University, Thailand in 2015.
  • He serves on the editorial board of the journal Best Practice and Research: Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Olarik is a member of professional bodies such as the Thai Menopause Society and the American Society of Reproductive Medicine.
  • In addition to an MSc and MD, Dr. Olarik also holds a PhD in Clinical Epidermiology.
Dr. Boonchai Thanyalakpark

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Bangkok, Thailand

27 Years of experience

Speaks: Thai , English

 


Dr. Boonchai Thanyalakpark is a specialized Gynecologist in Thailand. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangkok, Thailand. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with Yanhee International Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Boonchai Thanyalakpark is part of:

  • The Royal Thai College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  • Thai Society of Gynecologic Endoscopists

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Gynecologic Endoscopic Surgery, Siriraj Hospital, 2004-2005

Qualifications :

  • Doctor of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, 1996
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology, Phramongkutklao College of Medicine, 1997-1999

Hospital Address :

Yanhee International Hospital, Charan Sanitwong Road, Bang Ao, Bang Phlat, Bangkok, Thailand

Dr. Siriorn Sumarnnop

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Bangkok, Thailand

46 Years of experience

Speaks: Thai , English

 


Dr. Siriorn Sumarnnop is a specialized Gynecologist in Thailand. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangkok, Thailand. The doctor has over 30 Years of experience and is associated with Phyathai 2 International Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Siriorn Sumarnnop is part of:

  • Thai Board of Obstretrics and Gynecology
  • The Medical Council of Thailand

Certifications :

  • DGO-Diploma in Gynecology and Obstetrics - The Medical Council of Thailand, 1984

Qualifications :

  • MBBS-Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery - Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
  • MD-Obstetrics and Gynaecology - Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, 1978

Hospital Address :

Phyathai 2 Hospital, Phahonyothin Road, Phaya Thai, Thailand

Dr. Kiran Mehndiratta

Obstetrics & Gynaecologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

28 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Arabic ,Hindi , Urdu , Punjabi

 


Dr. Kiran Mehndiratta 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 15 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Royal Hospital, DIP.

Association and Memberships Dr. Kiran Mehndiratta is part of:

  • Health Authority Abu Dhabi (DOH),
  • Delhi Medical Council (DMC) India
  • Bhopal Medical Council India

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS

Hospital Address :

NMC Hospital, DIP - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

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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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  • 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
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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