IVF: Understanding the Process and Dispelling The Myths

This week we’re talking about the blockbuster of all fertility treatment – IVF. Whether you are looking to start IVF, currently going through the process, know a friend or loved one who is, or simply want to know more about it – you've come to the right place! Fertility specialist Dr. Lucky Sekhon and Dr. Alicia Robbins share their knowledge about IVF and what patients can expect, including time commitment, success rates, and what the risks are, if any. There’s an abundance of misinformation about IVF circulating the internet, and we are here to set the record straight and dispel those myths, while also empowering anyone who is interested in IVF to get educated on the topic so that they can do what’s best for their health and family. IF YOU’RE TEXTING YOUR FRIENDS LIKE...  You:  I’m not getting pregnant....am I infertile? Also You: Should I try IVF?  3AM You:  Wait... do IVF babies have more health problems???   IF YOUR GOOGLE SEARCH HISTORY LOOKS LIKE THIS…  What is IVF? Should I do IVF if I can’t get pregnant? Is IVF just for people who can’t get pregnant naturally? What do I need to know about the IVF process before committing to it? How early should I be thinking about freezing my eggs? Does IVF cause cancer? When should I consider IVF? How does IVF work? Is IVF safe? What are the risks? Can I be on a GLP-1 while doing IVF? Why does IVF work for some but not for others? How much does IVF cost? Is it covered by insurance? Will I go into menopause early because of IVF? What is the success rate of IVF? How do I support my friend or loved one who is going through IVF? YOU’VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE!   In today’s chat we cover:  [05:34] IVF in the media - Jennifer Aniston, Paris Hilton, and Michelle Obama [07:07] Success rate of IVF  [08:21] IVF and if insurance will cover it [09:15] The team of embryologists behind IVF [15:17] What patients should expect, explaining the IVF cycle [24:08] Egg retrieval process, and embryo test results [33:16] Vitrification and increased success rates [34:02] Genetic testing – PGTA and PGTM [39:22] GLP-1 babies and improved metabolic health [44:49] Common myths about IVF (cancer, early menopause, problems with IVF babies) Let’s continue the conversation! Leave us a voicemail with your questions at 754-CALLDOC (754) 225-5362. Nothing is off limits.  Follow Us on Instagram:  @callyourdoctorpodcast  @lucky.sekhon   @aliciarobbinsmd See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.