Ep 296: Cracking the Code on Aging Eggs with Dr Sherman Silber
Fertility Docs Uncensored is hosted by Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center, and Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center. Featuring Dr. Sherman Silber, MD, founder of the Silber Fertility Institute in St. Louis. This episode features Dr. Sherman Silber, an internationally recognized pioneer in infertility treatment who has dedicated his career to helping patients overcome the challenges of female aging and diminished ovarian reserve. Dr. Silber shares how minimal stimulation protocols—using very small doses of gonadotropins combined with daily Clomid—can offer new hope for women with decreased ovarian reserve or premature ovarian insufficiency. He explains why HCG plays a crucial role in egg maturation, particularly for women with very low egg numbers, and why using lower amounts of medication may actually improve outcomes. Dr. Silber also looks to the future, discussing cutting-edge research that may enable the transformation of fibroblasts into eggs and sperm—an innovation that could redefine fertility treatment within the next 10–15 years. With decades of groundbreaking work behind him, Dr. Silber offers both practical guidance for today and visionary insights for tomorrow. This podcast was sponsored by IVF Florida
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Ep 295: Egg retrieval
Fertility Docs Uncensored is hosted by Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center, and Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center. For many patients, egg retrieval feels like the biggest unknown of the IVF journey. In this episode, your Fertility Docs take you behind the scenes to show exactly what happens on retrieval day. From the moment you arrive, you’ll meet the team working to make your procedure smooth and safe—the recovery room nurse, circulating nurse, anesthesia provider, and the embryologist who will care for your eggs after retrieval. Of course, your doctor also plays a vital role, and we’ll explain what she does during the procedure itself. We’ll walk you through how long the procedure typically lasts, what you can expect to feel afterward, and the important milestones you'll need to meet before you’re cleared to head home. You’ll learn why egg retrieval is a carefully orchestrated team effort, and how every member of your care team is focused on your comfort and success. Whether you’re preparing for your own retrieval or simply curious, this episode offers a reassuring, inside look. This podcast was sponsored by IVF Florida.
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Ep 294: The IVF Blueprint Part 2: Making it through transfer and beyond
Fertility Docs Uncensored is hosted by Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center, and Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center. In this second installment of our two-part series, the Fertility Docs continue their deep dive into the topics covered in our upcoming book. This episode explores the “in-between” stage after egg retrieval and before embryo transfer—a time that can feel both exciting and uncertain. We’ll walk you through the concerns patients face, such as ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, and explain how to prepare for a frozen embryo transfer. We also compare fresh transfers with frozen transfers, so you’ll know what to expect in both scenarios. But the IVF journey doesn’t end there. We’ll discuss the range of emotions that come with a positive pregnancy test—and the difficult moments when the outcome isn’t what you hoped for. Beyond infertility, IVF can serve many purposes, from egg freezing for future family building to using a gestational carrier. We’ll also explore when donor eggs, sperm, or embryos may be needed, and how IVF supports LGBTQIA+ family building. Finally, we’ll highlight the importance of genetic testing to prevent inherited conditions. This podcast was sponsored by IVF Florida.
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Ep 293: The IVF Blueprint, Part I: Laying the Groundwork for Success
Fertility Docs Uncensored is hosted by Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Susan Hudson from the Texas Fertility Center, and Dr. Abby Eblen from the Nashville Fertility Center. Today’s episode is EXTRA SPECIAL — it’s release day for our brand-new book, The IVF Blueprint! We’ve spent several years putting this resource together for anyone considering or going through IVF, egg freezing, or embryo transfer, and we’re thrilled to finally share it with you. In this episode, we’re diving into the first half of the book: Part I and Part II. In Part I, “Laying the Groundwork,” we walk through everything to know before treatment begins — from deciding if IVF is the right path, to understanding stimulation medications (and whether they’ll actually make you “crazy”), to making healthy lifestyle changes that benefit both you and your future baby. We also discuss supplements that may play a helpful role during your journey. In Part II, we move into the nuts and bolts of the IVF process itself. We cover what to expect at monitoring visits, take a detailed look at the egg retrieval, and introduce you to the key people you’ll meet along the way — from embryologists and nurses to anesthesia staff and physicians. Plus, we break down pre-implantation genetic testing and explain what happens as embryos grow and develop in the lab. This episode is Part I of our book discussion — stay tuned for Part II coming soon! This podcast was sponsored by Shady Grove Fertility
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Ep 292: High Hopes, Low Reserve: Making Tough Choices with Decreased Ovarian Reserve
Fertility Docs Uncensored is hosted by Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center, and Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center. In this episode, the Fertility Docs dive into the complexities of decreased ovarian reserve and the tough decisions that come with it. What happens when only a few eggs are retrieved? When is it best to fertilize, and when might it be time to stop treatment? Our docs unpack the emotional and financial weight of multiple cycles with low yields and explain why sometimes looking at sperm health—including DNA fragmentation testing may be important. They discuss the role of growth hormone in supporting egg quality, the difficult but potentially life-changing choice of donor eggs, and strategies for dealing with dominant follicles, from luteal starts to estrogen priming. You’ll also hear insights on high AMH at age 41, unexplained infertility that turned out to be diminished reserve, chemotherapy’s impact on fertility, and alternative paths when IVF isn’t financially possible—from IUI and intratubal insemination to fertility grants. This is a must-listen episode for anyone navigating the challenging reality of decreased ovarian reserve. This podcast was sponsored by Shady Grove Fertility.
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