Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS): an infertility issue that is little understood.
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS): an infertility issue that is little understood. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the primary causes of a woman’s infertility. Between the age of 20 to 40, PCOS affects somewhere between 5% to 10% of women. This makes it the most widespread reproductive syndrome for this age group of women. Since PCOS cannot be diagnosed with one test alone and...Learn More
Managing PCOS
Managing PCOS Register today for our next free seminar – Managing PCOS. Dr. Skinner explains how PCOS can be managed to achieve a successful pregnancy. To learn more simply complete the form below and a copy of the presentation will be emailed to you to watch in the comfort and privacy of your own home:...Learn More
IVF Monitoring: What is it?
‘Monitoring’ is a general name for the activities of ultrasound and/or bloodwork testing, to evaluate how a woman is responding to her stimulation treatment. The results of the ultrasound and/or bloodwork are reviewed by the physician, and further instructions for continued treatment are shared by the patient’s nurse. This is a general explanation of the routine IVF monitoring which all...Learn More
The Last Lap
Less than 3 days and counting to the race. I have a confession – I am tired. After 12+ weeks of getting up at anywhere between 3.30am and 4:30am 5 days a week, these early morning awakenings are taking their toll. It is now that the shift goes from requiring physical strength to requiring mental strength to complete this race. My running partner picked me up last Saturday and off we went....Learn More