Fertility Myths Set Straight by Dr. Said Daneshmand

Forces In Fertility

Whether you're just starting to explore your options or are well on your way to building your family, we understand that the road ahead can feel overwhelming. But fear not! Joining Raika this week is reproductive endocrinologist and fertility specialist Dr. Said Daneshmand, who is here to set the record straight - dispelling fertility myths and illuminating truths, ensuring you can step forward confidently into this life-changing journey.

Throughout the discussion, Dr. Daneshmand unpacks the deeply rewarding process of aiding individuals and couples on their path to parenthood, uncovers the latest breakthroughs in reproductive technology, and discusses how research is paving the way for safer and more successful outcomes. From the evolution of egg and sperm retrieval techniques to the intricate process of selecting egg donors to Dr. Daneshmand's love for geeking out in genetics – we cover it all! This episode is a treasure trove of hope and reassurance and will debunk myths, unravel any questions, and calm any worries you may have. So, if you're ready to put your mind at ease and take the next step towards building your family, hit play now and let Dr. Daneshmand be your guide! Episode highlights include:

• Championing change and overcoming obstacles in third-party reproduction
• The crucial role of collaboration in the future of reproductive healthcare
• The Power of One: The advantages of single embryo transfers in fertility treatments
• Expert advice on navigating the surrogacy and donation journey with confidence
• The importance of being proactive with your care
• Career fulfillment: The Joys of Making a Difference in Reproductive Medicine
• Debunking myths in finding the perfect donor match
• How often should someone become a donor or a surrogate?
• How Next-Generation Sequencing is revolutionizing reproductive medicine

"Surrogates are putting their health and life on the line to help create families. We have a duty as physicians and as health care providers to minimize risks for them." – Dr Said Daneshmand.

Resources:

American Society for Reproductive Medicine

https://www.asrm.org/

Connect with Dr. Said Daneshmand:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/said-daneshmand-8abb4840

Connect with Raika Djalali and Tiffany Lewis:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/raika-djalali/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffany-lewis-569518106/

https://www.allkind.inc/

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