Fertile Edge

41 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings

We believe there is nothing more universal than the desire to build a family. But we also know that the journey to achieving that family is never identical. In our ongoing podcast, the doctors at Reproductive Science Center of the San Francisco Bay Area discuss all things related to fertility and infertility treatment. We share our knowledge and expertise because we believe everyone has a right to the family of their dreams, no matter the route they take to get there.

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Episodes

How Teaching and Working in Different Settings Has Helped Me Treat Patients and Provide Successful Outcomes

January 23, 2024 07:00 - 14 MB

Dr. Isiah Harris will discuss his passion for teaching, the many awards he received and how he continues teaching fellows from Stanford. He will also touch on his experience at other IVF clinics and what led him to RSC.

Switching Gears from Engineering to Medicine

January 23, 2024 07:00 - 15.4 MB

Dr. Michael Homer explains his decision to move from engineering to medicine and how he became more insightful, thoughtful, kind, and smart.

跨学科试管专家

December 19, 2023 07:00 - 13 MB

拥有伯克利工程师学位的Dr. Homer, 虽然在治疗病人更加严谨，但他和蔼的态度被病人冠称“暖男”专家

RSC如何兼顾中国病人成功最大化及便捷性

November 22, 2023 19:15 - 12.8 MB

Dr. Ravi Agarwal结合在哈佛的教学经验介绍线上首诊重要性-在美停留时间-双语约诊/陪诊团队协作。

Meet Dr. Hariton and How Harvard Influenced His Career

November 21, 2023 07:00 - 31.3 MB

Dr. Eduardo Hariton discusses Harvard, his MBA, and how he blends medicine and business in optimizing outcomes.

How will RSC Manage My Cycle When I Travel From China?

November 21, 2023 07:00 - 12.1 MB

Dr. Ravi Agarwal will discuss teaching at Harvard and how it helps him counsel his patients, how long you need to be with RSC to complete fertility treatment, and how growing up in the Bay area prepared him to take care of Chinese patients.

哈佛毕业的试管婴儿专家Dr. Eduardo Hariton

November 21, 2023 07:00 - 26.6 MB

哈佛学医及MBA经历如何优化他的病人试管成功率。作为前招生委员，独家分享如何被哈佛录取

Do I Need to Follow an Anti-Inflammatory Diet for Fertility?

May 24, 2023 05:00 - 22.5 MB

When getting pregnant is the goal, it's good to have all the information possible to make that a reality so how does diet factor in? Dr. Mary Hinckley and Bonnie Burgess discuss how diet and nutrition can benefit your fertility journey.

Recurrent Pregnancy loss and IVF from a Patient Perspective

May 09, 2023 05:00 - 30.7 MB

The dream of having a baby can be dashed when there's a miscarriage and almost crushed when there are several losses. Dr. Laura Eisman discusses the type of fertility support Reproductive Science Center of the SF Bay Area can provide and Dina Beasom discusses her pregnancy journey.

Get to Know Dr. Ramya Sethuram

March 30, 2023 05:00 - 17.2 MB

In today's episode, get to know Dr. Ramya Sethuram, a new doctor at Reproductive Science Center of the SF Bay Area!

40 years of success in the IVF lab at RSC

March 28, 2023 05:00 - 14 MB

For 40 years RSC has been a pioneer in the fertility space. As we look back we remember where we started and where we are today.

Get to know Dr. Hariton

March 28, 2023 05:00 - 13.6 MB

In today's episode, get to know Dr. Eduardo Hariton, a new doctor at Reproductive Science Center of the SF Bay Area!

Fertility: That was Then, This is Now

January 23, 2023 06:00 - 16.4 MB

As RSC celebrates our 40 Anniversary, we will be taking a look back at where we were and all the many changes and advancements that have propelled us to where we are today.

Why I Chose to Freeze My Eggs

January 23, 2023 06:00 - 24.6 MB

Reproductive Science Center of the San Francisco Bay Area is on the forefront of one of the most exciting and fascinating technologies in the field of fertility----egg freezing. Nursing Supervisor Chelsea Spencer answers questions about how egg freezing works, what you can expect, how this impacts your future fertility, and more.

Frozen Embryo- PGT

February 18, 2022 06:00 - 17.5 MB

How can you freeze an embryo without having a child with any problems? Dr. Mary Hinckley discusses answers to questions you may have about frozen embryos and pre-implantation genetic testing.

Emotional Support Through the Fertility Journey and Beyond

February 14, 2022 06:00 - 23.7 MB

Infertility is far more common than most of us know and it can be incredibly difficult to cope with the emotions surrounding what infertility means for your dreams of starting a family. Marc Sherman discusses how Organic Conceptions helps couples with emotional support through the fertility journey and beyond.

Lo Que Debes Saber Sobre El Síndrome de Ovario Poliquístico

December 09, 2021 06:00 - 12.3 MB

En este episodio, Dr. Eduardo Hariton habla de todo lo que debemos saber sobre el síndrome de ovario poliquístico.

Gestational Carrier Cycles with IVF: It's all about the Baby

December 03, 2021 06:00 - 29.2 MB

Dr. Mary Hinckley, Rachael Dupuis, and Heather Thomson explore common questions associated with gestational carrier cycles like what is the difference between gestational carrier cycles and surrogacy, if there is a genetic link between the gestational carrier and the baby, and more.

Acupuncture and Infertility Treatment

November 23, 2021 06:00 - 7.25 MB

Acupuncturist Nicole Gonzales and Dr. Laura Eisman explore acupuncture as a form of infertility treatment and the possible benefits.

IVF Using Donor Eggs

August 03, 2021 05:00 - 15.2 MB

Dr. Laura Eisman & Macy Schoenthaler talk about exploring your options when you consider starting a family.

Fertility: What is PCOS

March 31, 2021 05:00 - 11.5 MB

What does a PCOS diagnosis mean for a patient and will it impact her chances to conceive? Dr. Laura Eisman discusses PCOS and its ramifications.

Endometrial Receptivity

February 25, 2021 06:00 - 10.4 MB

In today's discussion, Dr. Laura Eisman talks about Endometrial Receptivity and what it has to do with fertility and IVF pregnancies.

What You Can Expect From Your Case Manager

September 11, 2020 05:00 - 14.1 MB

What exactly does an IVF case manager do for their patients? We speak with one case manager, Kayla Mercer, from the Reproductive Science Center of the San Francisco Bay Area to find out.

Cancer and Fertility Treatment

July 29, 2020 05:00 - 13.8 MB

Dr. Mary Hinckley discusses cancer and (in)fertility and what patients should know.

Patient Experiences- Avoiding Pitfalls of Evaluation and Treatment

July 22, 2020 05:00 - 15.6 MB

Dr. Mary Hinckley describes patient experiences and how to navigate the fertility process to optimize your success.

Low Cost Fertility Treatment

July 17, 2020 05:00 - 16.3 MB

Dr. Mary Hinckley discusses low cost fertility treatment options.

Have to Have a Baby Fast- Expedited Fertility Treatment/ Success Rates Matter

July 17, 2020 05:00 - 11.5 MB

Dr. Mary Hinckley describes the process of expedited fertility treatment plans and how to find success.

Fertility: Should You Freeze Your Eggs?

February 18, 2020 06:00 - 9.01 MB

Sima Taghi Zadeh, RN, MHA, shares her story of freezing her eggs, including why she made the decision, how she found the process to be, and what her life is like now.

Male Age and Fertility

February 14, 2020 06:00 - 9.13 MB

We focus a lot on female age and fertility in our fertility practice and in the media. But, there are also known effects of male age on fertility and the health of their children. In this episode, Louis Weckstein, MD, addresses all of the varying factors that can impact men's fertility.

Fertility Treatment Success Story: From Beginning Stages to Baby

November 19, 2019 06:00 - 27.8 MB

Dr. Michael Homer interviews his patient, Jamie Silverman, who represents a fertility success story -- from the beginning stages of checking her fertility health and options to becoming the proud mother of a little girl.

How Am I Going to Fit Fertility Treatment Into My Already Crazy Schedule?

August 29, 2019 13:00 - 12.9 MB

Deborah Wachs, MD, REI, discusses the time considerations surrounding fertility treatments, including frequency and duration of appointments. She also shares why having a support system in place prior to treatments can have a significant impact on success.

What Does My AMH Really Mean?

August 29, 2019 13:00 - 11.3 MB

Deborah Wachs, MD, REI, discusses anti-müllerian hormone (AMH), including what it measures and how it can be used to guide fertility treatments.

When to Consult a Reproductive Endocrinologist

August 29, 2019 13:00 - 13.9 MB

Deborah Wachs, MD, REI, shares information on reproductive endocrinology and how this field is integral to addressing infertility or any other fertility concern.

Reciprocal IVF

August 28, 2019 13:00 - 5.97 MB

Sara Reid, MD, REI, shares information on reciprocal IVF, including how the process works and the best candidates for this procedure.

Donor Sperm FAQs

August 23, 2019 13:00 - 11.5 MB

Sara Reid, MD, REI, discusses the pros and cons of using a known sperm donor versus an anonymous donor. She also talks about in-office versus home insemination and success rates of insemination.

How to Choose Which Type of IVF is Right for You: Fresh, Frozen, PGT or Not

July 30, 2019 13:00 - 9.17 MB

Advancements in frozen embryo transfers are expanding options for individuals seeking IVF solutions. In determining whether to do fresh or frozen, age becomes a dominant factor. Louis Weckstein, MD, RE, explains the difference between the two, as well as why pre-implantation genetic testing (PGT) is an important consideration for anyone undergoing IVF.

Why You Should Do Genetic Carrier Screening

July 30, 2019 13:00 - 11.4 MB

There's been a massive explosion in knowledge surrounding genetics in recent years. Genetic carrier screening is one option for individuals planning to become pregnant, as it screens for hundreds of genetic diseases. Louis Weckstein, MD, RE, explains why this simple test is so important for detecting diseases and informing parents of potential risk.