Zika Virus
Zika in Texas – Find Zika virus information
Anyone who has watched television, read a newspaper or surfed the Internet recently has been bombarded with concerns about the Zika virus. In our patient population, this virus is very concerning. It can cause significant neurologic damage to babies born to women who had the virus during pregnancy.
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Your Plan for Unused Embryos
What to do with unused embryos?
Reproductive medicine and freezing techniques have improved so much that a new challenge has arisen. What to do with unused embryos? Many people will keep them in long-term storage because hesitate to destroy or donate the unused embryos.
How many embryos are in storage today? Estimates say 400,000,
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Mini IVF, Maximum Hype?
The basics of mini IVF
Headlines point to an IVF protocol that involves lower doses of fertility medication and slightly lower costs. Mini IVF, or low dose IVF, has come in and out of favor. Texas Fertility Center doctors occasionally hear from women curious about the benefits.
We asked Dr. Kaylen Silverberg to address the thought process behind this IVF protocol,
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Fertility Scorecard Ranks States Commitment to Fertility Care
Review the Fertility Scorecard
Texas Fertility Center applauds the efforts of RESOLVE to bring attention to infertility issues. The state of Texas hovers near the middle of the state rankings, with a disappointing 30th place and C grade. TFC explains why our state is not perceived as ‘fertility friendly.’ We also explain the steps our Austin fertility doctors take locally and on a national level to advocate for the infertility community.
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Why Doesn’t TFC Use Electronic Medical Records?
Reason we do not use electronic medical records
The patients who asked me are genuinely curious. I would like to assure each of you that our decision to resist the pressure to convert to electronic medical records is a conscious choice that we have made for many reasons.
It seems that everywhere you turn,
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Help for Low T
The truth about getting help for low T
How many times have you heard a commercial that reminds men to get help Low T? If former Cowboy Daryl “Moose” Johnston encourages you to talk about Low T, you get in the game, right? The doctors at Texas Fertility Center wish to clear up the misconception that treating (Low T) will automatically lead to improved fertility in men.
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Flu and Fertility: Should I Get a Flu Shot?
Texas Fertility Center patients frequently ask us about the flu vaccine, and whether they should take this precautionary step prior to or during fertility treatment. Your goal is to get pregnant, so protecting your health is of paramount importance now and in the future.
What TFC Fertility Friends Frequently Ask About Flu
It’s January/February.
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Conceive with a Donor Embryo
You can conceive with a donor embryo
Third-party reproduction involves a donor who is willing to provide gametes (reproductive material) to a couple or individual hoping to get pregnant. Over time, egg and sperm donation has become familiar to those searching for viable choices to resolve infertility. However, you can also use a donor embryo.
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Understanding Fertility Preservation
Help with understanding fertility preservation
Preserving fertility by freezing eggs, sperm, or embryos can help patients in many different circumstances. Our goal is to help patients with understanding fertility preservation.
Understanding fertility preservation
The treatments to help eradicate cancer in both men and women can result in complete loss of fertility. Because of this,
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Hydrosalpinx and Infertility
What is a hydrosalpinx and infertility?
Though it sounds like an exotic Egyptian relic, a hydrosalpinx is a swollen and blocked fallopian tube. Because scar tissue closes the end of the fallopian tube, fluid collects, causing further swelling and dilation. Let’s explore how hydrosalpinx and infertility relate
Hydrosalpinges usually occur as a result of previous pelvic infection.
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Why TFC? Fertility Advocacy and Charity
Fertility advocacy and charity at TFC
We believe in giving back at TFC. In this blog, I will tell you a little about our advocacy and lobbying roles. I’ll also discuss our charitable foundation. Learn more about our fertility advocacy and charity efforts.
Advocacy and legislative lobbying as part of fertility advocacy and charity
Expanding coverage for fertility patients involves several things.
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Why TFC? Fertility Doctor Leadership
Learn more about our fertility doctor leadership
You should consider fertility doctor leadership when looking for someone to help with infertility. In this blog, I will tell you a little about our roles on the medical staffs at local hospitals and surgery centers. I’ll also discuss te significant consulting we do with both medical and non-medical companies.
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