In this episode, Prof. discussed the fertilization rate of Eggs based on the Age of a woman.  Tune in to the IVF Journey podcast and get updates on the latest episodes.

In this episode, Prof. discussed the fertilization rate of Eggs based on the Age of a woman.  Tune in to the IVF Journey podcast and get updates on the latest episodes.

303. Fertilization Rate of Eggs Based on Age

In this episode, Prof. discussed the cost of egg freezing procedure. Tune in to the IVF Journey podcast and get updates on the latest episodes.

In this episode, Prof. discussed the cost of egg freezing procedure. Tune in to the IVF Journey podcast and get updates on the latest episodes.

302. Egg Freezing Cost

In this episode, Prof. explains egg quality and egg freezing for women reaching 40.  Tune in to the IVF Journey podcast and get updates on the latest episodes.

In this episode, Prof. explains egg quality and egg freezing for women reaching 40.  Tune in to the IVF Journey podcast and get updates on the latest episodes.

301. Egg Quality and Egg Freezing for woman reaching 40

In this episode, Prof. the improvement of AI in image recognition, and discussion about Plasma Therapy. Tune in to the IVF Journey podcast and get updates on the latest episodes.

In this episode, Prof. the improvement of AI in image recognition, and discussion about Plasma Therapy. Tune in to the IVF Journey podcast and get updates on the latest episodes.

300. Controversy on Egg Freezing

In this episode, Prof. discusses the improvement of AI in image recognition and discussion about Plasma Therapy. Tune in to the IVF Journey podcast and get updates on the latest episodes.

In this episode, Prof. discusses the improvement of AI in image recognition and discussion about Plasma Therapy. Tune in to the IVF Journey podcast and get updates on the latest episodes.

299. Latest in AI and Plasma Therapy

In this episode, Prof. how latest science technology helps in the embryo section process. Tune in to the IVF Journey podcast and get updates on the latest episodes.

In this episode, Prof. how latest science technology helps in the embryo section process. Tune in to the IVF Journey podcast and get updates on the latest episodes.

298. Latest on Embryo Section Process

In this episode, Prof. explains the Cycle for women 46 years old and above. Tune in to the IVF Journey podcast and get updates on the latest episodes.

In this episode, Prof. explains the Cycle for women 46 years old and above. Tune in to the IVF Journey podcast and get updates on the latest episodes.

297. Cycle for Women 46 years old and above

In this episode, Prof. explains the trend of the IVF cycle in Australia  Tune in to the IVF Journey podcast and get updates on the latest episodes.

In this episode, Prof. explains the trend of the IVF cycle in Australia  Tune in to the IVF Journey podcast and get updates on the latest episodes.

296. Australian Data for Couples Having IVF Cycle

In this episode, Prof. explains what are the effects of using steroids on sperm count  Tune in to the IVF Journey podcast and get updates on the latest episodes.

In this episode, Prof. explains what are the effects of using steroids on sperm count  Tune in to the IVF Journey podcast and get updates on the latest episodes.

295. Effects of Steroids on Sperm Count

In this episode, Prof. explains Egg Freezing Process for women and the decisions to be made according to their age. Tune in to the IVF Journey podcast and get updates on the latest episodes.

In this episode, Prof. explains Egg Freezing Process for women and the decisions to be made according to their age. Tune in to the IVF Journey podcast and get updates on the latest episodes.

294. Egg Freezing Part Two

The IVF Journey with Dr Michael Chapman

IVF is not a bulletproof solution. It’s equally prone to miscarriage,  just like a natural pregnancy. In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about Miscarriage in IVF. We’ll look into some of the common causes and aggravating factors.  We’ll also look at how to reduce the risk of miscarriage

IVF is not a bulletproof solution. It’s equally prone to miscarriage,  just like a natural pregnancy. In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about Miscarriage in IVF. We’ll look into some of the common causes and aggravating factors.  We’ll also look at how to reduce the risk of miscarriage

026. How To Reduce The Risk of Miscarriage (Causes and Prevention)

How To Prepare For An IVF Cycle What should you expect in the early days of an IVF cycle? How do you prepare for an IVF cycle? How do you educate yourself so you’re best prepared for your cycle? In this episode, Prof discusses what you need to do leading up to an IVF cycle and how to best prepare for it. If you find this episode useful and know someone else who would benefit, please do share it with them.

<h2>How To Prepare For An IVF Cycle</h2> What should you expect in the early days of an IVF cycle? How do you prepare for an IVF cycle? How do you educate yourself so you’re best prepared for your cycle? In this episode, Prof discusses what you need to do leading up to an IVF cycle and how to best prepare for it. If you find this episode useful and know someone else who would benefit, please do share it with them.

102. How To Prepare For An IVF Cycle

Wondering what drugs you will be taking and what it’s used for? Today’s episode, we’re going to talk exactly about that, the drugs used in the IVF.

Wondering what drugs you will be taking and what it’s used for? Today’s episode, we’re going to talk exactly about that, the drugs used in the IVF.

052. The Drugs Used in the IVF

What To Expect In An IVF Cycle You’ve been through the various investigations and your specialist has recommended you move on to IVF. In this episode, Prof discusses what processes you can expect if you choose to proceed with an IVF cycle.  You’ll need to sign various consent forms that attempt to cover off issues that may arise in the future (related to treatment-related complications and other issues that may arise). While these forms may seem extensive at first they are necessary.  If you find this episode useful and know someone else who would benefit, please do share it with them.         

<h2>What To Expect In An IVF Cycle</h2> You’ve been through the various investigations and your specialist has recommended you move on to IVF. In this episode, Prof discusses what processes you can expect if you choose to proceed with an IVF cycle. You’ll need to sign various consent forms that attempt to cover off issues that may arise in the future (related to treatment-related complications and other issues that may arise). While these forms may seem extensive at first they are necessary. If you find this episode useful and know someone else who would benefit, please do share it with them.

136. What To Expect In An IVF Cycle

Genetic Testing In IVF A significant proportion of embryos that look perfectly normal under a microscope are not genetically sound. Nature does a good job of screening out these genetically abnormal embryos. The number of genetically abnormal embryos increases with age.  In this episode, Prof discusses genetic testing and how it plays into the IVF cycle.  If you find this episode useful and know someone else who would benefit, please do share it with them.   

<h2>Genetic Testing In IVF</h2> A significant proportion of embryos that look perfectly normal under a microscope are not genetically sound. Nature does a good job of screening out these genetically abnormal embryos. The number of genetically abnormal embryos increases with age. In this episode, Prof discusses genetic testing and how it plays into the IVF cycle. If you find this episode useful and know someone else who would benefit, please do share it with them.

125. Pre-Implantation Genetic Testing In IVF

The Risks Of Double Embryo Transfers And Why The Costs Often Outweigh The Benefits Australia has become renowned for single embryo transfers. Why? Because the chances of a twin pregnancy resulting in brain damage is 4 times higher than a single pregnancy. This is one of the many reasons Australia has become known for only transferring single embryos during IVF. Listen in to discover all the other reasons you’re better off erring on the side of caution and only have single embryo transfers. And don’t forget to share this episode with friends who might benefit.

<h1>The Risks Of Double Embryo Transfers And Why The Costs Often Outweigh The Benefits</h1> Australia has become renowned for single embryo transfers. Why? Because the chances of a twin pregnancy resulting in brain damage is 4 times higher than a single pregnancy. This is one of the many reasons Australia has become known for only transferring single embryos during IVF. Listen in to discover all the other reasons you’re better off erring on the side of caution and only have single embryo transfers. And don’t forget to share this episode with friends who might benefit.

083. The Risks Of Double Embryo Transfers And Why The Costs Often Outweigh The Benefits

Listen to this episode to get a better understanding about the chances of success with IVF.

Listen to this episode to get a better understanding about the chances of success with IVF.

061. Your IVF Success Rates – Revisited

The use of the growth hormone is one particular drug that has been suggested as being useful in helping patients who are having difficulty with the number of eggs, and the quality of eggs.  The growth hormone costs around $1500 for a course of treatment. In this episode, Prof shares his perspective on the growth hormone and whether or not he believes it’s worth the $1500 cost. if you know someone else who would benefit from this podcast could you please share it with them?

The use of the growth hormone is one particular drug that has been suggested as being useful in helping patients who are having difficulty with the number of eggs, and the quality of eggs. The growth hormone costs around $1500 for a course of treatment. In this episode, Prof shares his perspective on the growth hormone and whether or not he believes it’s worth the $1500 cost. if you know someone else who would benefit from this podcast could you please share it with them?

144. Growth Hormones in IVF

The Medications Used In An IVF Cycle Before discussing the various medications involved, Prof explains what’s required in an IVF cycle. He then goes on to explain the drugs used in an IVF cycle in that broader context.  Prof explains what are the functions and effects of these medications and how they fulfil the various objectives of a cycle. If you find this episode useful and know someone else who would benefit, please do share it with them.    

<h2>The Medications Used In An IVF Cycle</h2> Before discussing the various medications involved, Prof explains what’s required in an IVF cycle. He then goes on to explain the drugs used in an IVF cycle in that broader context. Prof explains what are the functions and effects of these medications and how they fulfil the various objectives of a cycle. If you find this episode useful and know someone else who would benefit, please do share it with them.

115. The Medications Used In An IVF Cycle

Back To The Basics … of Fertilization — The Entire Process Of The IVF Cycle Revisited Sometimes, it’s useful to go back to the basics. In this episode, Prof. does just that. He explains the whole process of conception from the release of the egg all the way through to the birth of the baby. If you found this episode useful, please do share it with someone you believe will benefit from listening. Your referral is the ultimate compliment!

<h1>Back To The Basics … of Fertilization — The Entire Process Of The IVF Cycle Revisited</h1> Sometimes, it’s useful to go back to the basics. In this episode, Prof. does just that. He explains the whole process of conception from the release of the egg all the way through to the birth of the baby. If you found this episode useful, please do share it with someone you believe will benefit from listening. Your referral is the ultimate compliment!

076. Back To The Basics … of Fertilization — The Entire Process Of The IVF Cycle Revisited

Pre-Implantation Genetic Testing In IVF (PGT), Its Benefits And Drawbacks The world has made incredible strides in terms of IVF in general and Pre-Implantation Genetic Testing in particular.  In this episode, Prof explains how PGT works and how it can be used to improve IVF outcomes.  However, there are some problems with PGT. The biopsy technique in PGT could potentially damage the embryo.  Tune in to learn more about PGT, its benefits and it’s drawbacks.  Can you think of someone else who would find this episode useful? If you find this episode useful and know someone else who would benefit, please do share it with them.  

<h2>Pre-Implantation Genetic Testing In IVF (PGT), Its Benefits And Drawbacks</h2> The world has made incredible strides in terms of IVF in general and Pre-Implantation Genetic Testing in particular. In this episode, Prof explains how PGT works and how it can be used to improve IVF outcomes. However, there are some problems with PGT. The biopsy technique in PGT could potentially damage the embryo. Tune in to learn more about PGT, its benefits and it’s drawbacks. Can you think of someone else who would find this episode useful? If you find this episode useful and know someone else who would benefit, please do share it with them.

118. Pre-Implantation Genetic Testing In IVF (PGT), Its Benefits And Drawbacks

Going through the IVF Journey is not without preparation. As with every goal, planning with the final result in mind is essential in the IVF Journey. Whether it will positively, that is, a baby is conceived and eventually born, or whether it fails to reach that scenario, preparation is essential, more importantly in the pyschological side. In today’s episode, we’re going to discuss some of the basic ways to prepare for your IVF Journey.

Going through the IVF Journey is not without preparation. As with every goal, planning with the final result in mind is essential in the IVF Journey. Whether it will positively, that is, a baby is conceived and eventually born, or whether it fails to reach that scenario, preparation is essential, more importantly in the pyschological side. In today’s episode, we’re going to discuss some of the basic ways to prepare for your IVF Journey.

040. Preparing for the IVF Journey

The Second Half of The Cycle of An IVF Typically the IVF cycle tends to involve stimulation of hormone levels. Post egg collection there is a rapid fall in those hormone levels.  In this episode, Prof explains what to expect in the second cycle and how to support that second half of the cycle.  If you find this episode useful and know someone else who would benefit, please do share it with them.

<h2>The Second Half of The Cycle of An IVF</h2> Typically the IVF cycle tends to involve stimulation of hormone levels. Post egg collection there is a rapid fall in those hormone levels. In this episode, Prof explains what to expect in the second cycle and how to support that second half of the cycle. If you find this episode useful and know someone else who would benefit, please do share it with them.

132. The Second Half of The  IVF Cycle

The goal of the IVF Journey is obviously, a baby. But to maximize the chances of having that baby, we have to make the body respond abnormally. In this episode, you’ll learn about the different options available to you depending on your current situation and medical condition.

The goal of the IVF Journey is obviously, a baby. But to maximize the chances of having that baby, we have to make the body respond abnormally. In this episode, you’ll learn about the different options available to you depending on your current situation and medical condition.

021. IVF + drugs: enhancing your chances of pregnancy

The IVF Journey is a numbers game and like every numbers game, there’s no guarantee that you’ll get the expected result you so desire. That’s one of the realities that every couple who will go through the IVF Journey should ready themselves with. However, easy as it may seem, it’s far from just letting the news sink in and accepting it and moving on. So what exactly should you do if the cycle is unsuccessful? Let’s listen to the thoughts on this issue in this episode of The IVF Journey.

The IVF Journey is a numbers game and like every numbers game, there’s no guarantee that you’ll get the expected result you so desire. That’s one of the realities that every couple who will go through the IVF Journey should ready themselves with. However, easy as it may seem, it’s far from just letting the news sink in and accepting it and moving on. So what exactly should you do if the cycle is unsuccessful? Let’s listen to the thoughts on this issue in this episode of The IVF Journey.

048. What if the Cycle is Unsuccessful?

The advancement in technology brings us some great tools to use in determining the cause of infertility. In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about how genetic testing has been helping the IVF industry in accurate and state of the art infertility detection.

The advancement in technology brings us some great tools to use in determining the cause of infertility. In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about how genetic testing has been helping the IVF industry in accurate and state of the art infertility detection.

030. Genetic Testing and Infertility

In this episode, we’ll talk about the recent leaps and breakthroughs in the area of genetics of embryos. This episode is inspired by my recent trip to one of the most important conferences on IVF that was held last July 2017 in Geneva, Switzerland.

In this episode, we’ll talk about the recent leaps and breakthroughs in the area of genetics of embryos. This episode is inspired by my recent trip to one of the most important conferences on IVF that was held last July 2017 in Geneva, Switzerland.

033. Genetics of Embryos

How Can We Make ‘Old’ Eggs ‘Young’ In IVF? A question that’s been asked for about a decade now is how do we make old eggs young in IVF. This has become an increasingly important question given that the average age when women consider childbirth is starting to increase. As women age, their eggs reduce in quality and unfortunately affects their egg quality.  In this episode, Prof discusses an issue that scientist has spent a lot of time and effort trying to work out how to cultivate new eggs.  Prof expresses his personal views around egg rejuvenation. Tune in to find out more.  Do you know someone considering egg rejuvenation? Could you please share this episode with them.            

<h2>How Can We Make ‘Old’ Eggs ‘Young’ In IVF?</h2> A question that’s been asked for about a decade now is how do we make old eggs young in IVF. This has become an increasingly important question given that the average age when women consider childbirth is starting to increase. As women age, their eggs reduce in quality and unfortunately affects their egg quality. In this episode, Prof discusses an issue that scientist has spent a lot of time and effort trying to work out how to cultivate new eggs. Prof expresses his personal views around egg rejuvenation. Tune in to find out more. Do you know someone considering egg rejuvenation? Could you please share this episode with them.

135. How Can We Make ‘Old’ Eggs ‘Young’ In IVF?

Male Infertility Part 3 – Treatment For Low Sperm Count Did you know that until recently most infertility was associated with the woman. More recently over 40% of infertility issues are believed to be male related. Tune in to this third part of a series on Male Infertility with Prof as he explains the solutions to male infertility. Be sure to tune into the previous episode to get an understanding of the causes of male infertility if you haven’t already done so. Do share this episode with someone else who might benefit. Your referral is the ultimate compliment.

<h1>Male Infertility Part 3 – Treatment For Low Sperm Count</h1> Did you know that until recently most infertility was associated with the woman. More recently over 40% of infertility issues are believed to be male related. Tune in to this third part of a series on Male Infertility with Prof as he explains the solutions to male infertility. Be sure to tune into the previous episode to get an understanding of the causes of male infertility if you haven’t already done so. Do share this episode with someone else who might benefit. Your referral is the ultimate compliment.

092. Male Infertility Part 3 – Treatment For Low Sperm Count

While it is true that IVF is a great option for many couples who are aiming at having a baby, there are some things to consider before committing into this process. Today’s episode we’re going to talk about the underlying pros and cons of IVF.

While it is true that IVF is a great option for many couples who are aiming at having a baby, there are some things to consider before committing into this process. Today’s episode we’re going to talk about the underlying pros and cons of IVF.

022. The Pros and cons of IVF and what to consider before committing to the process

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