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Role of a reproductive endocrinologist in reproductive medicine

A Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility Specialist (REI) is a physician trained to diagnose and treat hormonal disorders that affect fertility and reproductive health. REIs play a crucial role in helping individuals and couples navigate the complex journey toward parenthood, especially when faced with challenges like infertility.

A reproductive endocrinologist may use surgery, medicine, or procedures, such as in vitro fertilisation (IVF), to treat infertility. They also perform various treatments, including:

Fertility evaluations

Evaluation of an individual’s or couple’s overall reproductive health to identify any factors or conditions that might be impacting their ability to conceive.

Ovulation induction

A treatment method that involves stimulating the ovaries to produce multiple eggs using medications such as clomiphene citrate.

Intrauterine insemination (IUI)

A fertility procedure where sperm is directly introduced into the uterus around the time of ovulation, thereby increasing the likelihood of fertilisation.

In vitro fertilisation (IVF)

A process where eggs are collected from the ovaries and fertilised with sperm in a laboratory. The resulting embryos are then transferred back into the uterus to achieve pregnancy.

Preimplantation genetic testing (PGT)

Screening embryos for genetic and chromosomal abnormalities before they are implanted into the uterus.

Fertility preservation

The process of freezing and storing reproductive cells, such as eggs, sperm, or embryos, for future use.

Oncofertility

Specialised fertility preservation for those undergoing cancer treatments, like chemotherapy or radiation, that could negatively impact their fertility.

Third-party reproduction

Fertility treatments involving the use of donated genetic materials (such as eggs, sperm, or embryos) or the assistance of a gestational surrogate to help achieve pregnancy.

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