• Ep. 241: Learn how you can light up your tubes with ExEm Foam
    Oct 1 2024

    Wanting more information on tubal testing that avoids radiation exposure? Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center for an episode reviewing the ins and outs of alternative tubal testing procedure using ExemFoam. The docs discuss with Rhianne Christopherson, APRN, FNP-C, of Full Moon Fertility, how this test differs from a more traditional HSG and its potential advantages. They also talk about in-person vs telemedicine appointments, remote monitoring and how the team impacts your fertility care. Join us for another episode of Fertility Docs Uncensored. Have questions about infertility? Visit FertilityDocsUncensored.com to ask our docs. Selected questions will be answered anonymously in future episodes.

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    38 mins
  • Ep 240: What to Do With An Ornery Endometrium: Question Episode
    Sep 24 2024

    Do you want to know ways to make your ornery endometrium behave? Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center for an episode discussing listener questions about ways to make your endometrium grow thicker and look prettier. We discuss supplements and medications that may help the endometrium. Other treatments such as estradiol valerate, vaginal estrogen, and vaginal estrace are mentioned. We also talk about the impact of uterine adhesions, fibroids and polyps. Finally, we talk about the timing of surgery for those conditions in relation to the timing of egg retrieval and embryo transfer. Don’t miss this episode if you have an ornery endometrium. Have questions about infertility? Visit FertilityDocsUncensored.com to ask our docs. Selected questions will be answered anonymously in future episodes.

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    32 mins
  • Ep 239: Money Talks: The Dollars and Sense of Fertility Treatment
    Sep 17 2024

    In this episode of Fertility Docs Uncensored, your hosts Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center dive into the costs of infertility diagnosis and treatment, exploring the various options available to help manage these expenses. Infertility treatment can be financially challenging, but understanding your options can make a significant difference. We'll discuss different ways to pay for infertility treatments, including cash pay options, grants, financing solutions, and insurance coverage. Our experts will provide valuable insights into navigating these financial aspects, ensuring you have the information you need to make informed decisions about your fertility journey.

    Tune in for a comprehensive discussion filled with expert advice and practical tips on managing the costs of infertility treatment. Let's dive in! Have questions about infertility? Visit FertilityDocsUncensored.com to ask our docs. Selected questions will be answered anonymously in future episodes.

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    43 mins
  • Ep 238: PCOS Answers That May Surprise You
    Sep 10 2024

    In this episode, you will learn something you probably did not know about PCOS. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center for an episode answering listener questions about PCOS. Have you been told you have PCOS or think you have it but have been told you don’t? We discuss the criteria for the diagnosis of PCOS. We discuss weight and how it may increase the likelihood of getting PCOS. We discuss the treatment of infertility and the use of metformin and myoinositol. Can they be used instead of letrozole or clomiphene citrate for ovulation induction? What impact can PCOS have on your IVF stimulation and egg maturity? We discuss all these questions and more in this episode. Join us for a lively discussion. Have questions about infertility? Visit FertilityDocsUncensored.com to ask our docs. Selected questions will be answered anonymously in future episodes.

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    40 mins
  • Ep 237: Exercising Your Fertility Options: Exercise and Fertility with Registered Dietician Lindsey Lusson
    Sep 3 2024

    The complexities of exercise and energy management while dealing with infertility can be overwhelming. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center for another insightful episode of Fertility Docs Uncensored as they explore this crucial topic. Our wonderful guest, Lindsey Lusson, RD, a registered dietitian specializing in fertility nutrition, helps us delve into the intricate relationship between exercise, energy levels, and infertility.

    We discuss how the right amount of exercise can support fertility, how to balance physical activity with energy needs, and the implications of over- or under-exercising during fertility treatments. Lindsey shares practical tips on maintaining optimal energy levels, the role of nutrition in supporting physical activity, and the importance of how your exercise plan should align with your fertility goals.

    Whether you're an avid exerciser or just looking to stay active while undergoing fertility treatments, this episode offers valuable insights and guidance. Join us for a comprehensive and supportive discussion on exercise, energy, and their impact on fertility.

    Have questions about infertility? Visit FertilityDocsUncensored.com to ask our docs. Selected questions will be answered anonymously in future episodes.

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    36 mins
  • Ep 236: Unpacking Fertility Medications
    Aug 27 2024

    The best part of online shopping in fertility treatment is getting medications in the mail! Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center for another episode of Fertility Docs Uncensored as they unpack what to do when you get your box of fertility medications. Our fabulous guest Pam Schumann, the CEO of SMP Pharmacy and Board Member of the fertility advocacy group Resolve, helps us dive into the details of medications in an IVF cycle. We discuss storing meds, confirming your order, and the subtle details that lead you to IVF cycle success. Join us for a very practical and valuable episode exploring fertility medications! Have questions about infertility? Visit FertilityDocsUncensored.com to ask our docs. Selected questions will be answered anonymously in future episodes.

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    41 mins
  • Ep 235: Secrets Behind the Screen: Ultrasounds in Fertility
    Aug 20 2024

    If your infertility doc has ordered ultrasounds to assess your fertility, this podcast episode is for you. We discuss the details of vaginal and abdominal ultrasounds and how they guide your IVF cycle. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center to discuss how ultrasounds impact fertility care. We discuss how ultrasounds are uniquely effective and efficient at giving us information on your lady bits. The docs talk about what an ultrasound can and cannot reveal. Join us for this insightful discussion about the most commonly ordered test in the infertilty world! Have questions about infertility? Visit FertilityDocsUncensored.com to ask our docs. Selected questions will be answered anonymously in future episodes.

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    34 mins
  • Ep 234: New and Old Fertility Tests: A Question Episode
    Aug 13 2024

    Are you scheduled for a test and have no idea what it is looking for? Are you wondering what the result of the test you had actually means? If so, this episode is for you. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center for an episode about explaining unexplained infertility. We talk about the tests you need – and the ones you don’t need. We answer listener questions and discuss confusing blood tests, including what the results tell your physician. We talk about tests for uterine evaluation and ones that tell us about uterine receptivity, Receptiva, EMMA , and ALICE. We talk about the typical testing and some newer ones like the SpermQT test. Join us and learn the answers to common questions that many of you may have about fertility testing. Have questions about infertility? Visit FertilityDocsUncensored.com to ask our docs. Selected questions will be answered anonymously in future episodes.

    Today's episode is brought to you by Path Fertility


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    31 mins