Monthly Archives: December 2021
Article discusses ‘invisible toll’ of fibroids on Black women
Black women are more likely than white women to have uterine fibroids, and the debilitating symptoms often have serious consequences, a recent article in the New York Times reports. In “I Felt Like No One Truly Listened: The Invisible Toll … Continue reading
9 resolutions to make for better fertility
Lifestyle issues that impede fertility can often be changed by choices and behaviors. As reproductive health specialists, we encourage people having troubling getting pregnant to try these changes first, if they are applicable. Most of the lifestyle issues can affect … Continue reading
Study finds good mental health in young adults born after ART
Use of assisted reproductive techniques (ART) does not lead to poorer mental health in children across adolescence and young adulthood, according to a large observational study led by researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden. The study was published in JAMA Psychiatry. … Continue reading
‘Age and Fertility’ covered in ASRM booklet
ASRM, the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, offers an online booklet addressing how fertility changes with age. “In today’s society, age-related infertility is becoming more common because, for a variety of reasons, many women wait until their 30s to begin … Continue reading
Patient ‘highly recommends’ Dr. Ziegler
Our patient Stacey says: “Dr. Ziegler is one of the best doctors I have had. He does a great job and listens to all concerns. I would highly recommend him.” Thank you so much to Stacey for the kind words. … Continue reading
Podcast can help with holiday stress
Infertility can create one of the most stressful life crises that an individual or couple ever experience. It can also affect your relationship with others, your perspective on life, as well as how you feel about yourself. During the holidays, … Continue reading
Meet Physician Assistant Kelly Curtis
RSCNJ Physician Assistant Kelly Curtis recently sat down with us to talk about herself, her career path and how she came to the Reproductive Science Center of New Jersey. Meet Kelly here.
Cannabis impacts sperm counts, motility in two generations, study finds
An intense but short-term exposure to cannabis vapor lowered sperm counts and slowed sperm movement, or motility, not only in the directly exposed male mice but also in their sons. The Washington State University study, published in the journal Toxicological Sciences, … Continue reading
Need a second opinion? We can give you one by phone for free
We offer free phone consultations, both for new patients and for anyone seeking a second opinion. During a free phone consultation, one of our physicians will: Review your medical history. The physician will ask about your sexual and medical history (including … Continue reading
Meet Dr. Alan Martinez of RSCNJ
Dr. Alan Martinez is a specialist in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility with expertise in hysteroscopic and advanced laparoscopic surgery. Fluent in Spanish, Dr. Martinez is committed to caring for a diverse patient population. His clinical interests include infertility, PCOS, in … Continue reading
