Monthly Archives: February 2019
New podcast: Cancer and fertility preservation
A diagnosis of cancer is life changing, and some cancer treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation and surgery can speed up the natural decline in available eggs, thereby reducing or destroying the egg reserve. It helps to know your options when considering … Continue reading
Couple welcomes ‘beautiful healthy miracle dream baby’
A patient of ours shares this happy news. “Dr. Martinez and the staff at Reproductive Science Center are miracle workers. I could not get pregnant on my own, but after diligently working together with RSC, after many months, and three … Continue reading
‘Old’ sperm produce healthier offspring, study finds
Sperm that live for longer before fertilizing an egg produce healthier offspring, according to new research from the University of East Anglia and Uppsala University in Sweden. The research, published in the journal Evolution Letters, shows that longer-lived sperm in … Continue reading
Endometrial receptivity array: What you need to know
A relatively new test called endometrial receptivity array (ERA) is a diagnostic procedure that may help determine whether the endometrial cavity is ready for embryo implantation. The procedure involves taking a biopsy of a small sample of the endometrium, or … Continue reading
Do you really know how to get pregnant?
That may sound like a silly question, but the truth is, many couples don’t understand how they can maximize their chances of getting pregnant without infertility treatments by knowing how to improve their odds of getting pregnant. That includes making … Continue reading
‘Amazing’ and ‘wonderful’ reviews
Two patients of ours have this to say about their care at RSCNJ. “I’m so happy to have the help from RSCNJ to help me conceive! Dr. Martinez has been amazing. My husband and I are so excited for the … Continue reading
“I was blessed”
A patient has some happy news to report: “I love Doctor Martinez. After so many different doctors, I had a successful pregnancy. I was blessed with a healthy baby girl. The best reproductive doctor!!!!” We are so happy to have … Continue reading
Study links smoking with fertility treatment failure
A new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) study found that smoking in the three months prior to assisted reproductive technology (ART) treatment was associated with higher adjusted odds of cycle cancellation, which resulted in poor outcomes. The article … Continue reading
A breakthrough in male infertility?
Scientists at Newcastle University in the UK report that they have solved the importance of a gene in regulating the production of fully functioning sperm. For the first time, they say, they have identified the role of a gene, RBMXL2, … Continue reading
Love for Dr. Mensah
A patient of ours has great things to say about Dr. Virginia Mensah: “She is a fantastic doctor. Knowledgeable, excellent communication skills (let’s face it most doctors lack these skills), upbeat and positive while explaining processes and events that could … Continue reading
