Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday Mark Amols, MD

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday," Dr. Mark Amols dives into the complex and often misunderstood topic of getting pregnant at age 45 and beyond. With increasing portrayals of older women achieving pregnancy in the media and anecdotal success stories from friends and celebrities, many women over 45 wonder if they too can conceive naturally or through fertility treatments.Dr. Amols explores the harsh realities and statistical challenges faced by women in th...

Send us a Text Message.Welcome to another insightful episode of Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday with Dr. Mark Amols. This week, we're exploring the '3 Strikes and You're Out' strategy in fertility treatments. Why do doctors suggest transitioning to IVF after three IUI cycles? Dr. Amols breaks down the data behind this recommendation and discusses various scenarios where IUI might be beneficial or when it might be best to skip straight to IVF.Dr. Amols explains how mild endometriosis, younger pati...

Send us a Text Message.Welcome to another insightful episode of Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday! This week, Dr. Mark Amols tackles the "Bucket of Money Dilemma," a concept he coined to describe the financial balancing act many hopeful parents face when pursuing fertility treatments.In this episode, we dive deep into:The Bucket of Money Dilemma: Understanding the term and how it applies to making tough financial decisions in fertility treatments.Fertility Treatment Costs: A breakdown of expenses, ...

Send us a Text Message.Welcome to another enlightening episode of "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday" with Dr. Mark Amols. Today, we unravel the age-old phrase "the proof is in the pudding" and its surprising connection to the world of IVF success. This episode delves deep into the critical elements that determine the outcomes of IVF treatments.Dr. Amols takes you on a comprehensive journey, examining the pivotal factors that contribute to successful IVF procedures. From the quality of embryos to t...

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday," Dr. Mark Amols delves into the often misunderstood concept of batching in IVF cycles. With clarity and expertise, he explains what batching truly means, why clinics adopt this practice, and how it impacts both the clinic's operations and patient care.Dr. Amols starts by defining batching, dispelling the common myth that it means forcing all patients to follow the same schedule. Instead, he describes how batching involves...

Send us a Text Message.In this insightful episode of "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday," Dr. Mark Amols unpacks the complex significance of FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone) levels within the realm of fertility treatments. Using vivid analogies such as smoke signals and buildings, Dr. Amols elucidates why the numbers on a lab report are just the beginning of understanding one’s fertility health. Delve deep into the dynamics between FSH and estrogen, and learn why lowering FSH with estrogen might ...