The Egg Whisperer Show

I'm so excited to have Dr. Bruce Lessey of ReceptivaDX join me on the podcast. Dr. Lessey has dedicated his research life to studying the lining of the uterus and more specifically, how to help embryos stick better. His research led to the discovery of the role of BCL-6 in the lining of the uterus as a diagnostic test patients can have done by their doctors to guide them toward the best protocol for transfer success. The test isn't for women just going through IVF either. This test can also be done to help women get an endometriosis diagnosis without going through a laparoscopy surgery. ⁠
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In addition to being a Fertility Doctor at The Fertility Center of the Carolinas, in Greenville SC, Dr. Lessey is also the scientific advisor for Cicero DX. His work on identifying BLC6 became the key component of the Receptivadx test. ⁠
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I'm delighted to have him on the show! Many IVF patients have benefited greatly from the Receptivadx test, and I'm looking forward to asking him a lot of questions about his work. ⁠
Read the full show notes and transcript on Dr. Aimee's website

Find out more about ReceptivaDX here: https://receptivadx.com/

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Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.

On this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Karli Provost Goldstein, a renowned expert in endometriosis and minimally invasive gynecology. Together, we dive into the challenges of diagnosing and treating endometriosis, a condition that is often misunderstood and underdiagnosed. Dr. Goldstein shares her expertise on why endometriosis frequently goes undiagnosed for years, the differences between surgical approaches like robotic and laparoscopic surgery, and the connection between endometriosis and infertility.


Here's what we cover in this episode:

The complexities of diagnosing endometriosis and why it's often delayed
Advances in minimally invasive gynecology for treating endometriosis
The critical role of fertility preservation for patients with endometriosis
A comparison of robotic and laparoscopic surgical techniques
The link between endometriosis and ovarian cancer
Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website.
Resources:


Dr. Karli Provost Goldstein's website: Esse Care

Dr. Karli Provost Goldstein on Instagram

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Do you have questions about IVF?
Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class.
The next live class call is on Monday, October 19th at 4pm PST (7pm EST), where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom.

Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.

I'm excited to share this episode, where I joined Dr. Kirti Patel to talk all about egg freezing on The Gynarchy Podcast. We discuss why egg freezing matters, how it works, and what every woman should know about her fertility options. As a fertility specialist with deep roots in women's health (and a family legacy in OB/GYN), I'm passionate about empowering women with the knowledge and choices they deserve. In this conversation, I share my personal journey, the inspiration behind my work, and why I believe education is the key to reproductive autonomy.


During our interview, Dr. Patel and I dive into the evolving landscape of egg freezing, the cultural and societal factors influencing women's choices, and the realities (both medical and emotional) of fertility preservation. We discuss the science, the misconceptions, and the importance of making informed decisions, whether you're considering egg freezing for yourself or just want to better understand your reproductive health. My goal is to demystify the process and help women feel confident, not fearful, about their options.


In this episode, we cover:
My personal and professional journey into fertility medicine, including generational influences and early experiences in my father's practice
The origins and evolution of "egg freezing parties" and how they've become a platform for education and empowerment
The step-by-step process of egg freezing, including preparation, testing, and what to expect physically and emotionally
Common side effects, risks, and the psychological impact of fertility treatments
The role of genetics, age, and lifestyle in fertility planning, and how to personalize your approach
Debunking myths: egg freezing as an "insurance policy," who should consider it, and the realities of success rates
The intersection of workplace benefits, societal pressures, and reproductive rights in the context of fertility care
Resources:
Dr. Kirti Patel's website and The Gynarchy podcast (go subscribe!) 
My website: draimee.org and IVF classes: eggwhispererschool.com
The Egg Whisperer Show on YouTube and Spotify
Social media: @eggwhisperer on Instagram and TikTok
American Society for Reproductive Medicine: asrm.org (for referenced studies)
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The next live class call is on Monday, October 19 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom.
 
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 Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.

Have you ever wondered what actually happens to your frozen eggs, embryos, and sperm after they leave the fertility clinic? In this episode I'm uncovering the hidden world of cryostorage: from how your reproductive tissues are kept safe for years, to why storage prices vary so wildly, to how private equity has quietly taken over parts of the fertility industry and what that means for patients. If you have anything frozen or are planning to, this conversation will change how you think about where your samples live.
My guest is Charlie Boyer, co-founder and CEO of Generations Cryovault, an independent cryostorage company. Charlie brings years of experience in cryogenic storage — starting in cord blood banking before pivoting to fertility storage with a mission to bring transparency, fair pricing, and rigorous safety standards to an industry he saw as the "Wild West."

In this episode, we cover:

How frozen eggs, embryos, and sperm are cared for over years of storage and what "boring" looks like for your tissues
The safeguards in place to prevent tank failures, meltdowns, and chain-of-custody errors including real-time monitoring, human inspection, and ISO 9001 certification
How natural disasters, earthquakes, and floods factor into choosing a storage facility location
Safe transportation of reproductive tissues between clinics and storage facilities, including insurance coverage during transport
What actually goes into the price of annual cryostorage and why costs range from $195 to over $1,400 per year
How private equity has entered the fertility storage industry and its impact on pricing and patient care
The different storage models clinics offer: private label, directed storage, and independent choice and why transparency and patient rights matter when signing contracts
Resources
Generations Cryovault: gencryo.com
Contact Charlie Boyer directly: charlie.b @ gencryo.com
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Would you like to learn about IVF?
Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class.
The next live class call is on Monday, October 19 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom.
Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website
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Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.

If you know me, you know that I hate the word infertility. I believe that everyone who walks through my doors is fertile and no matter what we learn, can be a parent.
Fertility is often taken for granted. It's precious. It declines over time, and there are some well studied factors, nine that I highlight here, that put it at risk. They are:
Your DNA
Unhealthy BMI
Abnormal Sleep Patterns
Fibroids
Endometriosis
Blocked Fallopian Tubes
Abnormal Semen Parameters
Autoimmune Diseases
Reproductive Toxins
Want to hear more about each of them? Tune in to today's podcast episode.
Would you like to learn about IVF?
Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class.
The next live class call is on Monday, October 19 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom.
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Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.