Best ASRM Podcasts (2025)

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ASRM Today: Ethics within Reproductive Rights and Reproductive Justice 13:54

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In this episode, we continue our season-long exploration of reproductive justice and reproductive rights-this time through an ethical lens. Joining me is Dr. Sigal Klipstein, chair of the ASRM Ethics Committee and a returning guest on the program. Together, we'll discuss the complex moral considerations that influence reproductive medicine, from pa…

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Fertility Breakthroughs and Insights from ASRM 2025 with Erica Bove, MD (Episode 75) 14:06

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Send us a text In this special episode of Fertile Talks, Dr. Yemi Famuyiwa and Dr. Erica Bove come to you from the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) Conference in San Antonio, sharing the most exciting new developments shaping the future of fertility care. From the remarkable progress in uterine transplantation—with over 50 babies b…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Roundtable: Elective Surrogacy 45:06

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Welcome to Fertility & Sterility Roundtable! Each month, we will host a discussion with the authors of "Views and Reviews" and "Fertile Battle" articles published in a recent issue of Fertility & Sterility. This month, we welcome Dr. Brian Levine and Dr. Kate Schoyer to discuss if physicians should be facilitating gestational carrier arrangements i…

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Surrogacy Explained: Legal, Ethical, and Financial Essentials with Yifat Shaltiel (Episode 74) 34:22

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Send us a text In this eye-opening episode of Fertile Talks, Dr. Yemi Famuyiwa is joined by attorney and surrogacy expert Yifat Shaltiel, founder and CEO of Surrogate Steps and author of Save Money on Surrogacy. Together, they break down everything you need to know about gestational surrogacy—from understanding the difference between traditional an…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Unplugged: October 2025 54:21

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In this month's Fertility & Sterility: Unplugged, we take a look at articles from F&S's sister journals! Topics this month include: circadian rhythm and reproductive health (04:34), fertility treatment outcomes after bariatric surgery (13:49), interleukin-22 balance and pregnancy (26:35), and mTOR inhibitors for fertility preservation in breast can…

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ASRM Today: Advocacy and Activism 9:48

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On this episode, we kick off a new season of ASRM Today, a season that will focus on reproductive rights and reproductive justice in reproductive medicine. On this episode, I talk with Jessie Losch from our Washington, D.C. headquarters , who is ASRM Director of Government Affairs, about the current climate and role of advocacy and activism in repr…

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SART Fertility Experts - IVF & Religion with Dr. Kelly Lynch and Dr. Bill Petok 24:39

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Explore with host and reproductive endocrinologist Kelly Lynch, MD, how major religions view IVF, fertility, and surrogacy, with insights from psychologist Bill Petok, PhD, on balancing faith and family building. Find the #StartwithSART Fertility Experts series wherever you get your podcasts. Looking for advice on building a family? Ask the experts…

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Fertility & Fitness: Moving Toward Parenthood with Joe Loza (Episode 73) 9:01

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Send us a text Join us for Fertile Walk 2025! Fertile Walk is a free community event designed to bring people together for movement, connection, and fertility awareness. As a special gift, the first 10 people to RSVP will receive a free signed copy of Dr. Yemi Famuyiwa’s new book, The Quest for Fertility. Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, a…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - TOC: October 2025 1:08:32

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Take a sneak peek at this month's Fertility & Sterility! Articles discussed this month are: (04:48) Advanced maternal age was associated with an annual decline in reproductive success despite use of donor oocytes: a retrospective study (15:16) Developing a decision support tool to optimize oocyte thawing for producing at least three euploid blastoc…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Unplugged: September 2025 56:13

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In this month's Fertility & Sterility: Unplugged, we take a look at articles from F&S's sister journals! Topics this month include: whether the optimal time interval for trigger varies depending on the trigger medication used (02:36), the mechanisms by which different trigger medications affect final oocyte maturation (16:05), how alcohol alters th…

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Does a “Good” AMH Mean Good Eggs? The Truth About Endometriosis and Fertility (Episode 72) 9:36

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Send us a text Join us for Fertile Walk 2025! Fertile Walk is a free community event designed to bring people together for movement, connection, and fertility awareness. As a special gift, the first 10 people to RSVP will receive a free signed copy of Dr. Yemi Famuyiwa’s new book, The Quest for Fertility. Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, a…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Roundtable: Egg Sharing 34:43

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Welcome to Fertility & Sterility Roundtable! Each month, we will host a discussion with the authors of "Views and Reviews" and "Fertile Battle" articles published in a recent issue of Fertility & Sterility. This month, we welcome Dr. Lydia Hughes and Dr. Eric Widra to discuss the ethics of egg-sharing, or "split-cycles" for fertility preservation. …

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Grain Fertility: Patient Support, Emotional Resilience, and the IVF Journey with Joe Cody (Episode 71) 22:02

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Send us a text Join us for Fertile Walk 2025! Fertile Walk is a free community event designed to bring people together for movement, connection, and fertility awareness. As a special gift, the first 10 people to RSVP will receive a free signed copy of Dr. Yemi Famuyiwa’s new book, The Quest for Fertility. Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, a…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air: Live from the ESHRE 41st Annual Meeting (Part 2) 1:16:25

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Fertility & Sterility on Air is at the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology 41st Annual Meeting in Paris, France (Part 2)! In this episode, our hosts Kate Devine, Eve Feinberg, and Micah Hill cover: Discussing the state of assisted reproductive technology in Brazil with Giuliano Bedoschi (01:01) Whole transcriptome and genome seque…

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Fertility Myths, Environmental Toxins, and The Quest for Fertility with Jack Canfield (Episode 70) 6:41

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Send us a text 📖 Pre-Order is CLOSED for Dr. Famuyiwa's New Book. https://books.manuscripts.com/product/the-quest-for-fertility-a-personalized-journey-through-science-hope-and-the-sacred-power-of-new-beginnings/ However, you can still join us for Fertile Walk 2025! Fertile Walk is a free community event designed to bring people together for movemen…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air: Live from the ESHRE 41st Annual Meeting (Part 1) 57:21

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Fertility & Sterility on Air is at the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology 41st Annual Meeting in Paris, France (Part 1)! In this episode, our hosts Kate Devine, Eve Feinberg, and Micah Hill cover: outcomes from programmed ovulatory frozen embryo transfer cycles vs. modified natural frozen embryo transfer cycles with Philippos Edi…

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SART Fertility Experts - PCOS with Dr. Mark Trolice and Dr. Anuja Dokras 25:02

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In this episode of the SART Fertility Experts podcast, Dr. Mark Trolice sits down with PCOS expert Dr. Anuja Dokras, who explains diagnosis, risks, fertility, lifestyle changes, and new treatments to empower women with PCOS in 2025 and beyond. Find the #StartwithSART Fertility Experts series wherever you get your podcasts. Looking for advice on bui…

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Mumps Orchitis & Oophoritis: A Forgotten Threat to Fertility (Episode 69) 54:17

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Send us a text 📖 Pre-Order is closing soon for Dr. Famuyiwa's New Book! Presale for Dr. Yemi Famuyiwa’s new book, The Quest for Fertility, is closing soon. This is your opportunity to be among the very first to receive a signed copy and gain access to exclusive events and perks. Don’t wait—secure your copy today before presale ends! https://books.m…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - TOC: September 2025 1:07:18

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Take a sneak peek at this month's Fertility & Sterility! Articles discussed this month are: 04:20 Poor intracytoplasmic sperm injection outcome in infertile males with azoospermia factor c microdeletions 10:17 Patients with a body mass index of ≥45 kg/m2 can safely undergo oocyte retrievals and anticipate similar assisted reproductive technology ou…

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Beyond Donation: How Sperm Banks Safeguard Fertility, Family, and the Future (Episode 68) 20:16

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Send us a text 📖 Pre-Order is closing soon for Dr. Famuyiwa's New Book! Presale for Dr. Yemi Famuyiwa’s new book, The Quest for Fertility, is closing soon. This is your opportunity to be among the very first to receive a signed copy and gain access to exclusive events and perks. Don’t wait—secure your copy today before presale ends! https://books.m…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Roundtable: State Advocacy 38:05

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Welcome to Fertility & Sterility Roundtable! Each month, we will host a discussion with the authors of "Views and Reviews" and "Fertile Battle" articles published in a recent issue of Fertility & Sterility. This month, we are excited to talk about State Level Advocacy with Elizabeth Carr, the first baby born via IVF in the United States, and Dr. Pr…

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Your First Fertility Visit: What to Expect at Montgomery Fertility Center (Episode 67) 17:57

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Send us a text This episode's sponsor: ILMEDS.co 'Medicine Delivered To Your Door!' Be sure to use code FT24 at checkout for $50 off each medication ordered! In this episode of Fertile Talks, Dr. Yemi Famuyiwa walks patients through what to expect during their very first fertility workup at Montgomery Fertility Center. She explains why timing matte…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Unplugged: August 2025 54:48

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In this month's Fertility & Sterility: Unplugged, we take a look at articles from F&S's sister journals! Topics this month include: impact of environmental toxins on in vivo gametes (1:30); the effect of embryo vitrification on neonatal outcomes (15:40); impact of compressive force on gene expression in uterine fibroids (31:17); the role of automat…

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When Bleeding Disorders Meet IVF: Navigating von Willebrand Disease in Fertility Care with Kevin Pho, MD (Episode 66) 15:22

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Send us a text This episode's sponsor: ILMEDS.co 'Medicine Delivered To Your Door!' Be sure to use code FT24 at checkout for $50 off each medication ordered! In this important episode of Fertile Talks, Dr. Yemi Famuyiwa and Kevin Pho, MD, highlight the often-overlooked connection between inherited bleeding disorders and fertility treatments—focusin…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - TOC: August 2025 1:06:33

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Take a sneak peek at this month's Fertility & Sterility! Articles discussed this month are: 08:57 Trends in Use of Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Aneuploidy Before Dobbs, After Dobbs Leak, and After Dobbs Final Ruling 20:12 The impact of PGT-A on time to live birth in IVF. 32:02 A Nationwide Analysis of the Trends in Permanent Contraception Ut…

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SART Fertility Experts - Embryo Donation 33:04

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Discover the benefits, process, and myths of embryo donation, including matching, costs, success rates, and interaction options for donors and recipients. Find the #StartwithSART Fertility Experts series wherever you get your podcasts. Looking for advice on building a family? Ask the experts and #StartwithSART. For more information about the Societ…

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The Quest for Fertility: Dr. Famuyiwa’s Upcoming Book and the Stories Behind It (Episode 65) 15:31

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Send us a text This episode's sponsor: ILMEDS.co 'Medicine Delivered To Your Door!' Be sure to use code FT24 at checkout for $50 off each medication ordered! In this special episode of Fertile Talks, Dr. Famuyiwa shares an exciting announcement—the upcoming release of her new book, The Quest for Fertility. A true labor of love years in the making, …

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Unplugged: July 2025 51:50

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In this month's Fertility & Sterility: Unplugged, we take a look at articles from F&S's sister journals! Topics this month include: whether drug-free in vitro activation with immediate autotransplantation improved reproductive outcomes in patients with poor ovarian response and premature ovarian insufficiency (2:13); resident management of pregnanc…

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When Childhood Illness Impacts Fertility: Understanding Mumps Orchitis (Episode 64) 12:07

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Send us a text This episode's sponsor: ILMEDS.co 'Medicine Delivered To Your Door!' Be sure to use code FT24 at checkout for $50 off each medication ordered! In this informative episode of Fertile Talks, Dr. Famuyiwa explores the little-known connection between childhood mumps infection and male infertility. Mumps orchitis—an inflammation of the te…

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From ICU to Insight: A Functional Medicine Approach to Fertility, Immunity, and Recovery with Dr. Anna Sattah (Episode 63) 26:14

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Send us a text This episode's sponsor: ILMEDS.co 'Medicine Delivered To Your Door!' Be sure to use code FT24 at checkout for $50 off each medication ordered! In this transformative episode of Fertile Talks, Dr. Yemi Famuyiwa is joined by Dr. Anna Sattah, a former ICU doctor turned functional medicine specialist, to explore how chronic inflammation,…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - TOC: July 2025 1:11:12

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Take a sneak peak at this month's Fertility & Sterility! Articles discussed this month are: 03:32 How Many Infants Have Been Born With the Help of Assisted Reproductive Technology? 11:33 Adding Short-Duration Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Antagonist and Gonadotropin to Natural Cycle Frozen Embryo Transfer Allowed Scheduling of Transfer Day Without…

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Breaking the Silence: Understanding and Treating Male Factor Infertility (Episode 62) 15:13

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Send us a text This episode's sponsor: ILMEDS.co 'Medicine Delivered To Your Door!' Be sure to use code FT24 at checkout for $50 off each medication ordered! In this powerful solo episode of Fertile Talks, Dr. Yemi Famuyiwa confronts the often-overlooked topic of male factor infertility, which accounts for nearly 50% of all infertility cases. From …

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SART Fertility Experts - Technology in ART & IVF 23:34

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This episode of the SART Fertility Experts podcast provides an in-depth discussion of the technologies used in in vitro fertilization (IVF) and advancements that enhance success rates and accessibility. Dr. Brooke Rossi and Dr. Lowell Ku cover topics such as the critical role of embryology labs, the specialized training of embryologists, the use of…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Unplugged: May 2025 46:24

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In this month's Fertility & Sterility: Unplugged, we take a look at articles from F&S's sister journals! Topics this month include: efficacy of hCG in restoring spermatogenesis in men using non-prescribed androgens (1:31), assessing prediction models for the risk of OHSS in women undergoing assisted reproductive technology (13:51), utilization of a…

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Thyroid Clarity: How Hidden Imbalances Can Disrupt Fertility with Dr. Dana Gibbs (Episode 61) 24:58

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Send us a text This episode's sponsor: ILMEDS.co 'Medicine Delivered To Your Door!' Be sure to use code FT24 at checkout for $50 off each medication ordered! In this eye-opening episode of Fertile Talks, Dr. Famuyiwa welcomes thyroid specialist Dr. Dana Gibbs to explore how undiagnosed or mismanaged thyroid conditions—especially Hashimoto’s thyroid…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Live from the PCRS 2025 Annual Meeting 50:47

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Fertility & Sterility on Air is at the Pacific Coast Reproductive Society 2025 Annual Meeting in Indian Wells, CA! In this episode, our hosts Kate Devine and Micah Hill talk with: PCRS leadership Alexander Quaas and Jason Franasiak discussing this and future conferences (0:41), Shannon Rainsford about Protamine 2 deficiency (9:54), Andria Besser ab…

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ASRM Today: Genetics: Season Three Reflection 3:23

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This week host Jeffrey Hayes reflects on what was learned this season. More on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing [email protected] Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate M…

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Tubal Clarity and Patient Readiness: HyFoSy, AMH, and the New Fertility Standard with Francisco Arredondo, MD (Episode 60) 33:47

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Send us a text This episode's sponsor: ILMEDS.co 'Medicine Delivered To Your Door!' Be sure to use code FT24 at checkout for $50 off each medication ordered! Today, Dr. Famuyiwa welcomes pioneering fertility specialist and entrepreneur Dr. Paco Arredondo for a wide-ranging conversation on transforming fertility care. From rethinking how we approach…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Editors in Chief Bonus Episode 54:05

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Join current F&S editors Drs. Micah Hill, Kurt Barnhart, and Allison Eubanks in an engaging discussion with past Editors-in-Chief, Drs. Alan DeCherney, Craig Niederberger, and Antonio Pellicer! View Fertility and Sterility at https://www.fertstert.org/By Micah Hill, Kurt Barnhart, Alan DeCherney, Craig Niederberger, Antonio Pellicer, Selena Park, Allison Eubanks, Adriana Wong

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ASRM Today: Genetics: Bonus Episode: Inclusive Family History Project 26:05

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Did you know some of your patients may have been conceived with donor gametes and that you may have an inaccurate family history from them putting them at risk for inappropriate medical care? This episode covers what every provider needs to know about donor conception, so you can provide safe and effective health care. The Inclusive Family History …

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SART Fertility Experts - Azoospermia 23:43

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Struggling with male infertility or curious about azoospermia? Join Dr. Josh Halpern and Dr. Joseph Findley as they break down the causes, diagnosis, and treatment options for this often-silent condition. Whether you're a patient, partner, or provider, this episode of SART Fertility Experts offers expert insight, hopeful solutions, and practical ad…

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Hashimoto’s and Fertility: When Your Immune System Turns on Your Thyroid (Episode 59) 8:23

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Send us a text This episode's sponsor: ILMEDS.co 'Medicine Delivered To Your Door!' Be sure to use code FT24 at checkout for $50 off each medication ordered! In this enlightening episode of Fertile Talks, Dr. Yemi Famuyiwa dives into a hidden but common cause of fertility struggles: Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. This autoimmune condition—where the immun…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - TOC: June 2025 1:09:35

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Take a sneak peek at this month's Fertility & Sterility! Articles discussed this month are: 02:17 Effects of preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy on embryo transfer outcomes in women of advanced reproductive age with no more than three retrieved oocytes 15:30 Using National IVF Registries to Validate Clinical Outcomes Following IVF Covere…

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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Nine 35:30

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This week we are going back to the movies! In this episode, we discuss with film professor Dr. Joseph Watson the film Never Let Me Go. Our discussion goes into the problems of genetic testing and cloning while also discussing the merits of the film as a prime example of topical science fiction. More on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your t…

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When Bleeding Disorders Meet Fertility: Understanding Von Willebrand Disease and IVF (Episode 58) 13:43

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Send us a text This episode's sponsor: ILMEDS.co 'Medicine Delivered To Your Door!' Be sure to use code FT24 at checkout for $50 off each medication ordered! In this vital episode of Fertile Talks, Dr. Yemi Famuyiwa sheds light on von Willebrand disease (VWD)—a rare but impactful inherited bleeding disorder that can complicate fertility treatments …

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Seminal Article: Julia DiTosto and Sunni Mumford 20:43

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Join us for a special episode of F&S On Air: an interview discussing the seminal article, "Target trial emulation of preconception serum vitamin D status on fertility outcomes: a couples-based approach." Host Micah Hill interviews authors Julia DiTosto and Sunni Mumford. Read the article: https://www.fertstert.org/article/S0015-0282(24)01963-0/full…

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ASRM Today: Genetics Episode Eight 14:48

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In recent years, advances in genetic technologies have revolutionized reproductive medicine, offering unprecedented possibilities for screening, diagnosis and treatment. However, with these innovations come complex ethical dilemmas. To explore these issues in depth we interviewed Dr. Sigal Klipstein, MD, chair of the ASRM Ethics Committee. More on …

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Supplements & PCOS: What You Need to Know About Ashwagandha, Rhodiola, and Fertility (Episode 57) 9:54

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Send us a text This episode's sponsor: ILMEDS.co 'Medicine Delivered To Your Door!' Be sure to use code FT24 at checkout for $50 off each medication ordered! In this insightful episode of Fertile Talks, Dr. Famuyiwa takes a closer look at the growing use of adaptogenic supplements—specifically ashwagandha and rhodiola—in managing polycystic ovary s…

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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Seven 7:41

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We're diving deeper into our season long exploration of genetics in reproductive medicine, and this one's a must-listen. Joining us is the brilliant Dr. Elizabeth Ginsburg - President of ASRM, Professor at Harvard Medical School, and Program Director at Brigham & Women's Hospital - to unpack the science and the controversy around PGT-A (Preimplanta…

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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Six 6:13

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Genetics and Aging: Let's unravel the science behind aging and explore whether genetics holds the key to a longer healthier future. More on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing [email protected] Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today …