Egg Freezing Process Explained: Vitrification vs Slow Freezing with Dr. Daniel Kort

Welcome to another episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, hosted by Dr. Christina Burns. In today's episode, Dr. Burns is joined by Dr. Daniel Kort from Neway Fertility to discuss everything you need to know about egg freezing. They cover the advancements in egg freezing technology, particularly the shift from slow freezing to vitrification, and how it has improved success rates. Dr. Kort also shares his journey in developing an egg freezing program and provides valuable information on the process, success rates, and what women should consider when choosing a clinic.

In this episode, you will learn:

• The advancements in egg freezing technology and the difference between slow freezing and vitrification.
• The process of egg freezing and what to expect during a cycle.
• Ideal candidates for egg freezing and success rates based on age and ovarian reserve.
• Practical tips for optimizing egg freezing outcomes.
• How to choose the right clinic for egg freezing.

Timestamps:

• [00:02:00] Dr. Kort's background and current practice at Neway Fertility
• [00:05:00] Discussion on egg freezing and its advancements
• [00:08:00] Differences between slow freezing and vitrification
• [00:12:00] Process of egg freezing from consultation to retrieval
• [00:20:00] Ideal candidates for egg freezing and success rates
• [00:25:00] Tips for optimizing egg freezing outcomes
• [00:30:00] How to choose a clinic for egg freezing

Guest Bio:

Originally from Kansas City, Dr. Kort earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed his Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility training at Columbia University in New York. While at Columbia, he completed research in conjunction with the New York Stem Cell Foundation, studying genetic errors during early embryo development.

He is double board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. In addition, Dr. Kort has served as a Clinical Instructor in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Weill Cornell Medical College.

When not helping women and couples get pregnant, Dr. Kort is busy making oatmeal, changing diapers, and chasing his three small children around Central Park with his wife, Lesley.

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Dr. Christina Burns is the founder and Doctor of Chinese Medicine at the Naturna Institute.  Dr. Burns holds advanced certifications in acupuncture, herbs, nutrition, life coaching, and yoga therapy. She is also the best-selling author of "The Ultimate Fertility Guidebook."
 
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