ASRM Today Podcast

In this episode, Dr. Nicolas Plachta a recounts his personal experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Plachta is an associate professor in the Department of Cell and Developmental Biology in the Smilow Center for Translational Research in the Perelmen School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. View all of ASRM's COVID-19 Resources at https://www.asrm.org/covid-19 Th...

On this episode of ASRM Today, Eve Feinberg discusses the Joint Statement issued by the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE), and the International Federation of Fertility Societies (IFFS) concerning the global COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Eve Feinberg is the president of the Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infert...

Today we welcome Trystan Reese, a member of the transgender community, who joins us today to share their personal experience of undergoing fertility treatment to build a family. Trystan's journey has been one of resilience, growth, and overcoming obstacles. In this candid conversation, we delve into the complexities of transgender reproductive choices and the transformative power of medical advanc...

Welcome to today's episode, where we dive into the fascinating intersection of medically assisted reproduction and transgender communities. Joining us is our special guest, Dr. Paula Amato, Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Oregon Health and Science University in Portland, OR.   In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Amato sheds light on the definition of transgender and...

Today, we have Dr. Fleur Cattrall, the Medical Director of IVF in Melbourne, Australia, sharing her experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. From devastating bushfires to international travel bans and the closure of non-essential services, Dr. Cattrall discusses the challenges faced by her IVF center. Despite initial fears, Australia saw relatively low infection rates. Now, as the centers reopen,...

In today's episode, we talk with Dr. Lowell Ku, the medical director of Dallas IVF, who sheds light on the world of telehealth. Join us as we explore the advantages and challenges of incorporating telehealth into reproductive health practices.   Dr. Ku, an expert in the field, provides valuable insights into the definition of telehealth, differentiating it from telemedicine and highlighting the ro...

Join us for a special episode as we speak with Dr. Matheus Roque, an expert in reproductive medicine who has been on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Roque shares his experiences working with patients during this difficult time , including the changes he has seen in San Paulo and Brazil as the pandemic began to spread. He also discusses the approach he has taken to deal with COVID-19,...

On today's podcast, we have Becca O'Connor, government affairs manager for ASRM's Office of Public Affairs in Washington, DC, to discuss the A SRM 2020 Advocacy Day. Advocacy Day is an annual event where the infertility community, including providers, patients, family members, and others, come together to educate members of Congress about issues and legislation important to the community. Becca sh...

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Joop Lav e n , a reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist based in the Netherlands. Dr. Lav e n shares his experience on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic and how it has impacted reproductive care. He discusses the decision to stop treatment, the latest research on COVID-19 and its effects on reproductive health, and the outlook for the futu...

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Linda Giudice about COVID-19 as a global issue in reproductive health. Dr. Giudice is a distinguished professor at the University of California, San Francisco, and president of the International Federation of Fertility Societies. We discuss current statistics from the World Health Organization concerning COVID-19 and key issues relevant to sexual and reproductive...

In this episode, our guest is Dr. Alan Penzias, a physician member of the ASRM COVID-19 task force. He talks about the 4th update from the task force, which focuses on testing, pregnancy, and resuming fertility treatments amidst the pandemic. Dr. Penzias discusses the importance of minimizing risk for both patients and clinic staff and provides a detailed framework for clinics to follow when asses...

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Antonio La M arca, a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology, and a professor of physics and gynecology. Dr. La M arca has been on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic as cases continue to grow in Europe. He shares his insights into the pandemic and its impact on Italy and discusses how the National Health system responded to the crisis. Tune in to this infor...

In this episode, we speak with Dr. K arl Hansen, Professor and Chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, about evidence-based treatments for couples with unexplained infertility. We discuss the challenges of determining optimal treatments, how the practice committee decides on treatments and studies to include in a guideline, and the...

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Harry L ie man, a reproductive endocrinologist and professor at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Lehman shares his firsthand experiences on the front lines of the pandemic and how they have affected his practice in reproductive medicine. Learn about the day he found out he had been exposed to the virus, the toll it took on him and his family, and his outl...

In this episode, we speak with Alise Powell from the ASRM Office of Public Affairs about the recent state policy changes for infertility treatments and gestational carrier contracts. Alise shares the news that Colorado has enacted a new mandate providing insurance coverage for infertility treatments, including IVF and fertility preservation, effective from 2022. She also highlights the role ASRM p...

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Jennifer Kawwass s , a physician member of the ASRM COVID-19 Task Force. We discuss the latest update from the task force and how they arrived at their recommendations for dealing with the pandemic. Dr. Kawwass s provides an overview of the task force, their goals, and how they came to the decision to temporarily halt non-urgent fertility care. She also discusses...

In this podcast, we hear from Dr. Peter Schlegel, a urologist and immediate past president for the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. Dr. Schlegel shares his experiences on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic, including when things started to change in New York City and how the medical industry had to adapt to the crisis. He also discusses the need for greater preparedness and stockp...

In this podcast, we interview Sean Tipton, who is the chief advocacy policy and development officer for ASRM. We discuss I nfertility Awareness Week and what it means for ASRM. Sean explains that, while the COVID pandemic has limited some of their activities, ASRM works all year round to raise awareness of infertility and the needs of their members and patient s through social media, patient educa...

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