Causes and Prevention of Poor Embryo Quality in IVF with Dr. Geoffrey Sher
Release Date: 11/03/2025
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info_outlineIn this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I'm welcoming back renowned fertility specialist Dr. Geoffrey Sher to talk all about the causes and prevention of poor embryo quality in IVF. With over 36 years of experience and more than 17,000 IVF babies born through his work, Dr. Sher offers valuable insights into the factors that influence embryo quality and shares strategies to help improve IVF outcomes.
Read the full show notes on Dr, Aimee's website.
You can find Dr. Sher at Sher Fertility Solutions.
Key Topics:
- Embryo Competency: Exploring the critical role of embryo competency in IVF success rates and miscarriages.
- Factors Affecting Egg Quality: A closer look at how age, ovarian reserve, and the ovarian hormonal environment affect egg quality.
- Impact of Environmental Pollutants: How pollutants like bisphenol A can impact egg quality and overall reproductive health.
- Personalized Treatment Protocols: The importance of individualized ovarian stimulation protocols for optimal egg development.
- Sperm Quality's Role: How sperm quality impacts embryo development and ways to improve it.
- Emerging Technologies: New advancements in IVF, such as PGT and video screening for embryo development, that are shaping the future of fertility treatments.
Guest Information: Dr. Geoffrey Sher is the founder of Sher Fertility Solutions and a pioneer in the field of assisted reproductive technology (ART). He has authored multiple books and over 200 scientific articles and has been instrumental in advancing fertility treatments worldwide.
- Dr. Sher’s book: In Vitro Fertilization: The Art of Making Babies
- Download Dr. Sher’s free ebook “From In Vitro Fertilization to Family: A Journey with Sher Fertility Solutions“
- Download Dr. Sher’s Free ebook: “Recurrent Pregnancy Loss and Unexplained IVF Failure: The Immunologic Link” (on immunology and recurrent pregnancy loss).
- Contact Dr. Sher’s assistant Patti at concierge@sherivf.com or call 702-533-2691 for inquiries.
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