60 Minutes on CBS recently reported on the science of genetics, noting that there are few fields of medicine that are having a bigger impact on how we diagnose and treat disease. (View 60 Minutes segment here.) The science of genetics has gotten so sophisticated so quickly that it can be used not only to treat serious diseases, but also prevent them well before pregnancy…
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For many couples struggling with infertility and pregnancy loss, getting a positive pregnancy test is the moment they have been waiting for – sometimes for months or even years. The goal has been achieved, but now there’s a new set of questions: When should I be seen by my doctor? How do I know the baby is healthy? What happens next? Testing Hormone Levels Fertility…
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Fertility Associates of Memphis responds to non disclosure testing Some people have a family history of diseases that cause devastating symptoms, in some cases significantly impacting quality of life. Increasingly, these disorders are found to have a genetic cause. Some forms of Alzheimer’s dementia, for example, are now known to be associated with specific genetic mutations. For many patients, the ability to test for such…
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The doctors at Fertility Associates of Memphis shared their latest research at the annual meeting of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) this week, breaking new ground at the world’s premier reproductive medicine conference. Although it is a private practice, Fertility Associates of Memphis enjoys a long tradition of research and teaching. At the 2014 ASRM meeting, Fertility Associates of Memphis embryologist Dr. Jianchi…
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Fertility Associates of Memphis expert responds to the benefits of egg freezing Silicon Valley is known for offering valuable job perks, but the latest moves by Apple and Facebook could help the companies attract more female employees. According to national reports, Apple and Facebook are adding a new perk: Free egg freezing that would let female employees delay parenting for a few years. Facebook started…
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