Innovation Fertility Preservation and IVF: Kutluk Oktay, MD, PhD, FACOG

Ovarian Tissue Freezing and Transplantation (http://ow.ly/29vI30kESDC) If you want to have a biological child in the future but now isn't the right time, you may want to consider ovarian tissue freezing and transplantation to give yourself peace-of-mind knowing your eggs will be ready whenever you are.... #ovariantissuefreezing #HarrisonNY #NewYorkNY To find out more about the state-of-the-art fertility preservation procedures offered by world-renowned fertility expert Dr. Kutluk Oktay, call 877-492-3666 or visit our website to schedule an appointment at Innovation Fertility Preservation and IVF.

What You Need to Know About Endometriomas and Cystectomies (http://ow.ly/nocO30kESDz) Endometriomas are large cysts filled with fluid and old blood cells that form on and surround the ovaries, and a person is said to have endometriosis when they're present. According to some research, 30% of female infertility cases are due to the presence of endometriosis. A cystectomy with the aid of a surgical robot is one of the few ways to preserve fertility in a woman experiencing sever...e endometriosis. Talk to an infertility specialist to learn your options and find out which treatment is best for you. #endometrioma #cystectomy #NewYorkNY

Can You Reverse a Tubal Ligation? (http://ow.ly/AfTI30kESDx) Tubal ligation reversal is a surgical procedure designed to restore a woman's ability to get pregnant after she has already had her "tubes tied." By clearing up obstruction of the Fallopian tubes, eggs can pass from the ovaries to the uterus for fertilization once again. Your doctor will want to perform a thorough evaluation of your current health and family planning goals before performing a procedure like tubal li...gation reversal. #tuballigationreversal #infertility #HarrisonNY

The Benefits of a Myomectomy Procedure (http://ow.ly/gPe930kESDv) Uterine fibroids, which are noncancerous tissue growths in the uterus, are removed with a surgical technique called myomectomy. Advances in robot-assisted surgery technology have helped to make this procedure as minimally invasive as possible. Uterine fibroids can cause chronic pressure and pain in the pelvis, as well as excessive bleeding during a woman's monthly cycle if they go untreated. Removing a problema...tic fibroid can help you live a more pain-free life and improve your odds of getting pregnant. #myomectomy #uterinefibroids #NewYorkNY

The Role of Hysteroscopy Procedures (http://ow.ly/HHF530kESDs) In some cases when a woman experiences abnormal menstrual bleeding, it helps to undergo a hysteroscopy, which is a diagnostic procedure designed to help your doctor look inside a uterus through the aid of a thin medical device with a light and camera. Your doctor may also use hysteroscopy to perform various gynecological surgeries such as fibroid and polyp removal or to treat intrauterine scars (Asherman's syndrom...e). Many of these procedures can help improve cases of infertility in women. #hysteroscopy #infertility #HarrisonNY

BRCA Carriers (http://ow.ly/SOiU30k710u) BRCA is a gene that usually acts to restrain the growth of cells in the breast. When the gene is mutated, it is predisposed to breast cancer. Those carrying a particular mutation of the BRCA gene have an increased risk of developing breast cancer before menopause. Women with BRCA mutations are at a higher risk for breast and ovarian cancers. Dr. Oktay and his expert staff can offer patients with BRCA mutation fertility options that wil...l increase their chances of being able to produce a child. To arrange a consultation at one of our offices, call 877-492-3666. #fertility #familylife #womenshealth

What is Endometriosis (http://ow.ly/qR8M30k710s) Endometriosis happens when tissues from the lining of your uterus grow in other parts of your body. It is usually found in the lower abdomen or pelvis, but on occasion, is found in other areas.Those with endometriosis may experience pain during intercourse, lower abdominal pain, have difficulty becoming pregnant, and have pain during their periods. For milder cases, your doctor may prescribe anti-inflammatory medications. For m...oderate cases, hormones such as birth control pills may be prescribed. For more severe cases, surgery may be suggested. #healthybody #womenshealth #familylife

Types of Surrogacy (http://ow.ly/5fMU30k710r) Many women are unable to become pregnant or carry a pregnancy to full term. Surrogacy is one of the options that can help them reach the goal of having a child. The two most common types of surrogacy are traditional and gestational. Traditional surrogacy is the process where sperm is injected into the biological mother's uterus in the hopes that she will become pregnant. Gestational surrogacy uses the method of in vitro fertilizat...ion, were an egg from the woman wishing to be the biological woman is fertilized with sperm in a lab setting. The fertilized egg is then implanted in the surrogate's uterus. #newborn #family #pregnancy

Removing Fibroid Tumors (http://ow.ly/tEVt30k710p) The procedure of removing fibroid tumors from the uterus is called a myomectomy. A myomectomy is ideal for women wishing to keep their uterus, plan to become pregnant in the future, or if it is suspected that the fibroids are interfering with fertility. There are three types of procedures for your doctor to choose from when planning the myomectomy. The first is a horizontal bikini-line incision above your pubic bone. The seco...nd option is a vertical incision, giving the surgeon a better view and access, and the last option is a laparoscopic method (often called belly button surgery) which is the least invasive. #healthybody #fertility #pregnancy

Donor Sperm Procedure (http://ow.ly/2vxy30k710d) Donor sperm is an effective option for couples looking to start a family when the husband or partner has a low sperm count, no sperm, or a genetic problem with the sperm. Donor sperm is also an option for single women and LGBT couples which hope to become pregnant. The donor sperm procedure is easy and quick. After a strict screening process, the sperm will be collected from a donor. Your doctor will monitor your ovulation cycl...e and determine the best day for the insemination. #babies #pregnancy #family

Fertility Preservation in Children (http://ow.ly/QSZx30k710b) Due to the advancement when treating pediatric cancer, there has been a rise in the survival rates over the last decade. Though cured, the results of the cancer treatment can cause future fertility issues in the children. At Innovation Fertility Preservation and IVF, we offer the most comprehensive approach to fertility preservation for children. Depending on the age and gender, we can recommend various procedures ...to help your child, one day in the future, have the opportunity to reproduce. To arrange a consultation with Dr. Kutluk Oktay, a board certified infertility specialist, call 877-492-3666. #cancertreatment #fertility #pediatriccancer

Hysteroscopic Surgery (http://ow.ly/HSdJ30k710a) Hysteroscopic surgery is the procedure where your doctor inserts a thin, lighted tube through the cervix into the uterus. The procedure is used so your doctor can look inside your uterus for abnormalities such as excessive bleeding or fibroid tumors. During hysteroscopic surgery, your doctor may choose also to perform a laparoscopy where two or three small abdominal incisions are made to allow special instruments to be inserted... to promote better viewing. #healthybody #pelvicpain #femalehealth

Reversing a Tubal Ligation (http://ow.ly/5jSh30k7109) At one point in your life, you were a 100% sure that you did not want to become pregnant or have an additional pregnancy. Now, you've decided that you want the tubal ligation reversed and your fertility to be restored. During the tubal ligation reversal surgery, your doctor will remove the blocked sections of your fallopian tubes and reconnect the healthy tissue. This reversal will allow the egg and sperm to travel through... the newly reconnected tubes. When deciding if a tubal ligation reversal is an option, your doctor will consider the type of original surgery, how long ago it was performed and your general health. #pregnancy #healthybabies #family