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| ASRM Today Season 5 Finale: Sperm Mixing | 25 Jun 2026 | 00:19:23 | |
In this season 5 finale of ASRM Today, host Jeffrey Hayes and co-host Dr. Lowell Ku continue their season-long exploration of LGBTQ+ issues in reproductive medicine with a conversation focused on sperm mixing. They are joined by Dr. Courtney Marsh, who is a reproductive endocrinologist at the University of Kansas School of Medicine, and Joanna Beck Wilkinson, who has practiced exclusively in family-building law for more than 17 years. More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing education@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. | |||
| ASRM Today: Creating Inclusive Fertility Care for LGBTQ+ Patients | 18 Jun 2026 | 00:26:33 | |
In this episode of ASRM Today, host Jeffrey Hayes and co-host Dr. Lowell Ku continue their season-long exploration of LGBTQ+ issues in reproductive medicine with a conversation focused on caring for LGBTQ+ patients in the clinical setting. They are joined by Dr. Samuel Pang, a pioneer in LGBTQ+ family-building care, and Dr. Daphna Stroumsa, a physician-researcher specializing in gender-affirming reproductive care. Together, they explore how fertility clinics can create affirming, inclusive environments for LGBTQ+ patients and address the barriers many transgender and nonbinary individuals face when seeking care. The discussion examines the impact of discrimination, delayed care, implicit bias, and systemic obstacles such as insurance and legal limitations. Drs. Pang and Stroumsa also share practical strategies for improving clinic workflows, staff training, communication, and patient trust to help insure equitable, respectful reproductive care for all patients. More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing education@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. | |||
| ASRM Today: International Perspective on Reproductive Rights and Issues | 20 Nov 2025 | 00:17:25 | |
In today's episode, we continue our season-long examination of reproductive justice and reproductive rights—issues that remain at the forefront of clinical care, public policy, and patient advocacy. For our season finale joining me today is Dr. Alison Gee, a reproductive specialist working in Sydney, Australia to give us an international perspective on the impact of the recent ASRM definition of infertility, and other areas of reproductive issues. More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing education@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. | |||
| ASRM Today: Fertility Preservation with Dr. Gwendolyn Quinn (Re-broadcast) | 12 Jan 2023 | 00:19:58 | |
Join ASRM Today as we sit down with Dr. Gwendolyn Quinn to talk about the topic of fertility preservation. Dr. Quinn is a renowned Ob/Gynand researcher, with a wealth of knowledge in the field of reproductive medicine. Today, she shares her insights on the most common reasons for fertility preservation and why it's becoming an increasingly relevant topic. From medical reasons like cancer to social reasons like career pursuits to the ethical dilemmas that come with it, Dr. Quinn provides a comprehensive overview of the subject. Don't miss this opportunity to understand the complexities of fertility preservation and the choices that people face. Movie: Watch the trailer for "Love Always, Mom" (2017) — The Cyan Gray Hope Foundation More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council.
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| ASRM Today: ASRM Updates for January 2023 | 05 Jan 2023 | 00:06:33 | |
Welcome to ASRM Updates! In this episode we are giving you updated information on upcoming ASRM offerings. Best of ESHRE and ASRM 2023: 2023 Best of ESHRE and ASRM | ASRM Journal Club Global: Is PGT-P cutting edge or should we cut it out? | ASRM Government Affairs Share Your Story: Help the Government Affairs Team by Telling Us Your Story | ASRM ASRM 2022 Recorded Bundle: ASRM 2022 Recorded Session Bundle Available Now | ASRM ASRM Research Institute (RI) Pilot & Exploratory Grant Cycle: ASRM Research Institute Pilot & Exploratory Grant Cycle Opens November 1st, 2022 | ASRM Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council | |||
| ASRM Today: Stress Awareness (Re-Broadcast) | 29 Dec 2022 | 00:14:06 | |
Join us on ASRM today as we tackle the topic of stress awareness with special guest, Dr. Ariadna Cymet Lanski. As a clinical psychologist and chair of the ASRM Mental Health Professional Group, Dr. Cymet Lanski brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the show. In this episode, we explore the impact of stress on fertility and discuss ways to manage stress during fertility treatment to increase chances of success. Whether you're a patient trying to start a family or a physician looking to better serve your patients, this episode is a must-listen. MHPG Homepage: Home - Mental Health Professional Group (asrm.org) More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: Policy Matters: Advocacy Update December 2022 | 22 Dec 2022 | 00:20:56 | |
For information on these topics please visit www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council | |||
| ASRM Today: Improving Patient Experience with Griffin Jones | 15 Dec 2022 | 00:16:51 | |
On this episode of the podcast, Griffin Jones stops in to chat about improving patient experience. Fertility Bridge: Fertility Center Marketing & Strategy (fertilitybridge.com) Podcast: Inside Reproductive Health Podcast — Fertility Bridge Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council | |||
| ASRM Today: QA Dashboard for SART CORS with Dr. Amy Sparks | 08 Dec 2022 | 00:07:47 | |
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Amy Sparks to talk about updates to the SART CORS QA dashboard. Dr. Sparks, a director of IVF and Andrology Laboratory Center and Joint Commission representative, shares how the QA dashboard was created as a tool for quality assurance and how it will help centers improve their data and outcomes. Listen in to learn about the benefits of the QA dashboard, the evolution of its features, and the upcoming webinar that will give you a deeper dive into this topic. More information on these topics is at SART: Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council | |||
| ASRM Today: ASRM Updates for December 2022 | 01 Dec 2022 | 00:03:40 | |
Welcome to ASRM Updates! In this episode we are giving you updated information on upcoming ASRM offerings. Best of ESHRE and ASRM 2023: 2023 Best of ESHRE and ASRM | ASRM Coping with the Holidays: Webinar Registration - Zoom Journal Club Global: Registration (gotowebinar.com) Government Affairs Share Your Story: Help the Government Affairs Team by Telling Us Your Story | ASRM More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council | |||
| ASRM Today: Fibroids in the Latina/Latinx Community with Dr. Ruben Alvero (Re-Broadcast) | 24 Nov 2022 | 00:14:46 | |
Join us as we delve into the topic of fibroids in the Latina/Latinx community. Our guest, Dr. Ruben Alvero, is a renowned professor of obstetrics and gynecology and a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist. We explore the challenges faced by the Latina/Latinx community when it comes to reproductive care research and uncover the reasons behind the discrepancies in data and treatment options. With Dr. Alvero's extensive knowledge and expertise, we also delve into the latest findings from the field and the call for more research. Don't miss this enlightening episode as we work towards improving the health of the Latina/Latinx community. More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council | |||
| ASRM Today: GC with Dr. Brian Levine | 17 Nov 2022 | 00:16:50 | |
Join ASRM Today and special guest, Dr. Brian Levine, as we explore the topic of surrogacy. Dr. Levine is a renowned expert in the field, with years of experience in IVF treatment, IUI treatment, PCOS treatment, gestational surrogacy, LGBTQ reproduction and more. As a founding partner and practice director of CCR in New York, he leads the industry in normalizing open dialogue about infertility and educates prospective parents on a national level. Don't miss this enlightening conversation! Dr. Levine's Website: About (nodal.com) More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: Policy Matters: Midterm Elections 2022 | 11 Nov 2022 | 00:27:03 | |
On this special episode of Policy Matters we focus our attention on the 2022 midterm elections. Leading our discussion today are Jessie Losch, Government Affairs Manager, Sarah Bogdan, Director of Government Affairs and Sean Tipton, Chief Advocacy and Policy Officer for the ASRM HQ in Washington DC. The Government Affairs team is here to recap the 2022 midterm elections and look ahead to 2023. More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: Pivotal Court Decisions and Reproductive Rights and Reproductive Justice | 13 Nov 2025 | 00:11:46 | |
In this episode we continue our season-long discussion on reproductive justice and reproductive rights, this week exploring how landmark Supreme Court cases have shaped access, autonomy and equality across generations. Joining me today is Dena Levy, who walks us through the pivotal court decisions - Roe v. Wade, Planned Parenthood v. Casey and Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization. Together, we examine how these rulings have influenced healthcare, privacy and democracy in America, and what the post-Dobbs world means for the future of reproductive care. More on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing education@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: Genetic Counselor Awareness with Rachel Donnell and Jenna Miller | 03 Nov 2022 | 00:09:38 | |
This week, we sit down with Rachel Donnell, a genetic counselor at Seattle Reproductive Medicine and Jenna Miller, a genetic counselor at Cooper Surgical, to discuss the importance of genetic counselors in the fertility field. From patient care to lab partnerships, genetic counselors play a crucial role in helping fertility clinics provide the best and most up-to-date services to their patients. Tune in to learn more about the business case for hiring genetic counselors and the impact they have on the healthcare industry. More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: ASRM Chief Executive Officer Dr. Jared Robins | 27 Oct 2022 | 00:17:19 | |
On this episode ASRM Chief Executive Officer Dr. Jared Robins stops by to talk about his journey in Reproductive Medicine and discusses what it is to be ASRM. More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: ASRM 2022 Scientific Congress and Expo Know Before You Go! | 20 Oct 2022 | 00:09:05 | |
On this episode we give you some helpful updates about what to know before you go to the 2022 Scientific Congress and Expo in Anaheim, California! More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: Recurrent Pregnancy Loss with Dr. Julia Woodward | 13 Oct 2022 | 00:13:10 | |
Join us today as we discuss the methods and resources for physicians when it comes to recurrent pregnancy loss and how to speak with patients about this sensitive topic. Our guest today is Dr. Julia Woodward, a renowned expert in the field and a clinical psychologist at Duke Fertility Center. She'll be sharing her insights and tips on how to have difficult conversations with patients and offer the right information and support. More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: ASRM Updates | 06 Oct 2022 | 00:06:04 | |
Welcome to ASRM Updates! In this episode we are giving you updated information on upcoming ASRM offerings. Members Meeting Information: ASRM Members' Meeting Agenda – ASRM Scientific Congress & Expo (asrmcongress.org) Expo: https://www.asrmcongress.org Research Institute: https://www.asrmresearch.org More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: Create A Comprehensive Fertility Preservation Program with Joanne Kelvin | 29 Sep 2022 | 00:16:38 | |
Join ASRM Today as we explore the topic of comprehensive fertility preservation with special guest Joanne Kelvin, an Oncology Nurse Specialist. With over 40 years of experience in the field of oncology, Joanne shares her journey in creating a fertility preservation program at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Tune in to learn about the essential elements needed to build a fertility preservation program and the resources available for reproductive medicine specialists. More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: Mental Health Burdens and the Role of Social Health Environments on Reproductive Health with Dr. Carmen Messerlian | 22 Sep 2022 | 00:18:48 | |
Today, we have a special guest, Dr. Carmen Messerlian, who will join us to discuss mental health and reproductive health. Dr. Messerlian is a renowned expert in the field and is the Assistant Professor of Environmental Reproductive Perinatal and Pediatric Epidemiology departments at Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health, and the Chair of the ASRM Environment and Reproduction Special Interest Group. In this episode, we will delve into the major mental health burdens faced by infertile couples and the role of social health environments on reproductive health. We will learn about the impact of pre-existing stress, trauma, and anxiety on reproductive health and the vicious cycle that often ensues. Dr. Messerlian will also discuss the comorbidity between reproductive outcomes and mental health and the importance of addressing mental health when trying to conceive. Don't miss this thought-provoking episode on the connection between the mind and body, and how mental health can impact reproductive health. Mental and Reproductive Health Trauma of Infertility and Miscarriage Dr. Messerlian's Harvard Website: http://seed-program.org/ Dr. Messerlian's Twitter and IG: @DrMesserlian More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council.
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| ASRM Today: ASRM Updates | 15 Sep 2022 | 00:05:35 | |
Welcome to ASRM Updates! In this episode we are giving you updated information on upcoming ASRM offerings. Expo: https://www.asrmcongress.org More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council.
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| ASRM Today: Fertility Preservation with Dr. Gwendolyn Quinn | 08 Sep 2022 | 00:19:58 | |
On this episode Dr. Gwendolyn Quinn stops by to talk about Fertility Preservation. Movie: Watch the trailer for "Love Always, Mom" (2017) — The Cyan Gray Hope Foundation More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council.
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| ASRM Today: PCOS with Dr. Kathleen Hoeger | 01 Sep 2022 | 00:12:13 | |
This week, we have a special guest, Dr. Kathleen Hoeger, who is the President of the AE/PCOS Society and a Professor of OB/GYNat the University of Rochester Medical Center. In this episode, Dr. Hoeger will delve into the topic of PCOS, discussing its causes, treatments, and the broader implications it has on metabolic health. Listen to her share her personal journey in the field of reproductive medicine and the lessons she wants to pass on to residents and fellows in the medical field. Join us for an in-depth and informative discussion on PCOS and its impact on women's health. More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: Reproductive Technology within Reproductive Rights and Reproductive Justice | 06 Nov 2025 | 00:11:07 | |
In this episode we continue our season-long discussion on reproductive justice and reproductive rights, focusing on how emerging technologies are re-shaping the field of reproductive medicine. Joining me today is Dr. Lowell Ku. Together we will explore how innovation intersects with ethics, access and equity--raising new questions about how technology can expand and challenge reproductive freedom. More on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing education@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today Recommendations and Recaps for August 2022 | 25 Aug 2022 | 00:05:33 | |
On this episode we review some recent recommendations and recaps from ASRM for August 2022! Research Institute Grant: ASRM Grant - ASRM Research Institute F & S On Air: Fertility and Sterility On Air: Fertility and Sterility On Air– TOC: August 2022 (libsyn.com) President's Gala info: contact ASRM's Director of Development, Brynne MacCann bmccann@asrm.org More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Policy Matters: Advocacy, PACS and ASRM | 18 Aug 2022 | 00:14:09 | |
Join us on ASRM policy matters where we dive into the world of advocacy and political action committees (PACs). Today, we're joined by Sean Tipton, Chief Policy and Advocacy Officer and Sarah Bogdan, Director of Government Affairs from ASRM headquarters in Washington D.C. They discuss what ASRM can and cannot do about advocacy, and what monitoring and influencing legislation looks like. They also delve into the difference between lobbying and PACs and whether ASRM has a PAC. Don't miss this informative discussion on the role of advocacy and politics in ASRM. More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: Environmental Factors and Reproductive Medicine with Dr. Carmen Messerlian | 11 Aug 2022 | 00:25:45 | |
ON this episode Dr. Carmen Messerlian stops by to talk about environmental factors and reproductive medicine. Dr. Messerlian's Harvard website: http://seed-program.org/ Dr. Messerlian's Twitter and IG: @DrMesserlian More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: Fibroids with Dr. Linnea Goodman | 04 Aug 2022 | 00:13:05 | |
This week, we sit down with Dr. Linnea Goodman, an OB/GYNspecializing in fertility, reproductive surgery, and fertility preservation, to discuss fibroids and their impact on fertility. With 50% of women experiencing fibroids by the age of 50, it's a topic that affects a significant portion of the population. Don't miss this informative and educational episode on ASRM Today, where we bring you the latest in reproductive medicine. More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Policy Matters: Trigger Laws and Reproductive Medicine | 28 Jul 2022 | 00:08:54 | |
Today we're speaking with Becca O'Connor, director of ASRM's Center for Policy and Leadership, and Brooke Bumpers, counsel at the law firm of Hogan Lovells. They're here to discuss the latest report from the Center for Policy and Leadership, which focuses on the potential impact of states' abortion trigger laws on the practice of reproductive medicine. Join us as we delve into the legal landscape of access to abortion care and the future of reproductive medicine. Stay tuned for updates and resources to help navigate this complex issue. More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: ASRM Chief Executive Officer Dr. Jared Robins | 21 Jul 2022 | 00:17:19 | |
On this episode ASRM Chief Executive Officer Dr. Jared Robins stops by to talk about his journey in Reproductive Medicine and discusses what it is to be ASRM. More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today Recommendations and Recaps for July 2022 | 14 Jul 2022 | 00:03:05 | |
On this episode we review some recent recommendations and recaps from ASRM for July 2022! Research Institute Newsletter: Discovery Insider: News and Information about the ASRM Research Institute | ASRM F & S On Air: Fertility and Sterility On Air– TOC: July 2022 | ASRM SART Fertility Experts: SART Fertility Experts (libsyn.com) Dobbs Versus Jackson Response: ASRM's Response to the Dobbs v Jackson Ruling | ASRM More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: Embryology with Dr. Mark Dow | 07 Jul 2022 | 00:17:07 | |
Today, we're talking all things Embryology with a very special guest, Mark Dow, PhD. Mark is the Laboratory Director of the Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility and an Assistant Professor of Gynecology and Obstetrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. With over 30 years of experience in the field of Embryology, Mark is an expert in clinical andrology and in vitro fertilization. Join us as we delve into Mark's fascinating journey into Embryology and why he finds this field so important to reproductive medicine. More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Policy Matters: The Dobbs Decision | 30 Jun 2022 | 00:18:02 | |
Today, we're joined by Dean Judith Darr of Salmon P. Chase College of Law at Northern Kentucky University and former chair of the ASRM Ethics Committee. Dean Darr will be discussing the recent Supreme Court decision in Dobbs versus Jackson Women's Health, its impact on Roe versus Wade, and what this means for IVF and the future of reproductive medicine. Stay tuned for an in-depth analysis of this important topic and its implications for women's reproductive rights. Infographic: ASRM Releases Infographics on How You Can Help Protect IVF | ASRM More info: Concerned About Roe v Wade: Take Action…There is Something You Can Do Now! Right Now! | ASRM More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: Fertility Preservation and Men's Health with Dr. James Smith | 23 Jun 2022 | 00:11:27 | |
In this podcast, we speak to Dr. James Smith, professor of urology, obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive sciences at the University of California, San Francisco. We discuss the topic of men's health and fertility preservation, with a focus on sperm banking as the primary method for preserving fertility. We also discuss the challenges of fertility preservation for transgender patients and the ethical and medical complexities that come with it. Dr. Smith highlights the work of ASRM and its Fertility Preservation Special Interest Group in advocating for patients and developing guidelines for sperm banking. The podcast also explores insurance coverage for sperm banking and the need for clinicians to help patients achieve their family goals. More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: Ethics within Reproductive Rights and Reproductive Justice | 30 Oct 2025 | 00:13:54 | |
In this episode, we continue our season-long exploration of reproductive justice and reproductive rights-this time through an ethical lens. Joining me is Dr. Sigal Klipstein, chair of the ASRM Ethics Committee and a returning guest on the program. Together, we'll discuss the complex moral considerations that influence reproductive medicine, from patient autonomy and access to care, to the broader societal questions that shape ethical decisions making in this field. More on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing education@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: Complex Family Planning with Dr. Sarah Horvath and Dr. Aaron Lazorwitz | 16 Jun 2022 | 00:14:27 | |
In this episode, we talk to Dr. Aaron Lazorwitz and Dr. Sarah Horvath, chairs of the ASRM Complex Family Planning Special Interest Group, about complex family planning. They discuss the potential consequences for infertility in medical education if Roe v. Wade is overturned, the impact on providers and patients, and the potential effect on contraceptive technologies. Dr. Horvath explains that if Roe v. Wade is overturned, about 13 states will ban or nearly ban abortion within days to weeks, and that about half of states will lose access to abortion care by the end of 2022. The guests also discuss how residents who do not have routine abortion care training are less competent and less likely to intend to provide the full scope of not just abortion care, but also early pregnancy loss care. The potential effect of these laws on contraceptive technologies is also discussed. CFPSIG website: Complex Family Planning Special Interest Group (CFPSIG) | ASRM More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: Comprehensive guidance for human embryology, andrology and endocrinology laboratories, management and operations: A committee opinion with Dr. Sangita Jindal | 09 Jun 2022 | 00:10:37 | |
In this episode, we welcome Dr. Sangita Jindal, Professor and IVF lab director at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, to discuss the newly updated document providing guidance for human embryology, andrology, and endocrinology laboratories. Dr. Jindal explains the importance of updating the document and how it will serve as a template for accrediting agencies to ensure patient and staff safety. She also covers the different regulations for IVF labs in the United States and highlights the main updates in the document, including minimum requirements for education, training, and experience for Embryology lab staff and recommended lab staffing volumes based on cycle volume. More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Policy Matters: The Demise of Roe versus Wade: Potential Impact on Fertility Care | 02 Jun 2022 | 00:14:38 | |
Welcome to ASRM Policy Matters, a podcast to inform and empower stakeholders through insight and analysis into reproductive health policy. On this episode we focus our attention on the upcoming Roe vs Wade decision by the Supreme Court of the United States and the potential impact will have on fertility care. The discussion is led by Sean Tipton and Rebecca O'Connor from ASRM Headquarters in Washington, D.C. Infographic: ASRM Releases Infographics on How You Can Help Protect IVF | ASRM More Info: Concerned About Roe v Wade: Take Action…There is Something You Can Do Now! Right Now! | ASRM More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today Recommendations and Recaps for May 2022 | 26 May 2022 | 00:03:34 | |
On this episode we review some recent recommendations and recaps from ASRM for May 2022! Webinar info: Home - ASRMWebinars Volunteers: ASRM Volunteer Application Survey (surveymonkey.com) IVF Infographics: ASRM Releases Infographics on How You Can Help Protect IVF | ASRM ASRM Congress Program: 2022-preliminary-program.pdf (asrm.org) ASRM Congress Registration: Register – ASRM Scientific Congress & Expo (asrmcongress.org) More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: Ethics Committee Document Moving Innovation to Practice with Dr. Sigal Klipstein | 19 May 2022 | 00:12:57 | |
In this podcast, we speak with Dr. Sigal Klipstein, who is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology, as well as reproductive endocrinology and infertility, and holds a fellowship in medical ethics. We discuss the recent Ethics Committee opinion on moving innovation to practice, exploring the line between research and innovation and how it can be fraught with ethical issues. The conversation also touches on funding and the challenges of getting certain types of research funded due to federal restrictions, as well as the potential biases that can come with industry funding. This podcast offers a fascinating and thought-provoking exploration of the ethics of innovation in medical research. More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: ASRM Coding Committee with Dr. Silvina Bocca | 12 May 2022 | 00:06:26 | |
Are you interested in the latest coding updates and resources in reproductive clinical science? Look no further than this month's episode of ASRM Today, where we celebrate national Medical Coder Day and talk to the chair of the ASRM coding committee, Dr. Silvina Bocca. Dr. Bocca is a teacher in reproductive clinical science at Eastern Virginia Medical School and shares her journey into the field of reproductive science. She also updates us on the coding committee's ongoing work, including collaborations with the Mental Health Professional Group and proposals for new coding resources. Don't miss out on this informative and insightful episode. Coding Webpage: Coding Resources | ASRM More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today Ethics Committee Document on Reproductive and Infertility Care in Times of Public Health Crisis | 05 May 2022 | 00:11:58 | |
In this episode, we interview Dr. Jennifer Kawwass and Dr. Katie Cameron about the recent Ethics Committee opinion regarding fertility care during public health crises. Dr. Kawwass, who is the medical director of Emory Reproductive Center and an associate professor of division of reproductive endocrinology and infertility, guest researcher for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and Dr. Cameron, director of third-party reproduction at Johns Hopkins Fertility Center, share insights about the document and how it came about, the role of the government in its development, the role of advocacy moving forward, and more. Listen in for a thoughtful discussion on how reproductive medicine can respond appropriately to public health crises while still providing necessary care to marginalized patient populations. Ethical Considerations of Assisted Reproductive Technologies | ASRM More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today Recommendations and Recaps for April 2022 | 28 Apr 2022 | 00:05:14 | |
On this episode we review some recent recommendations and recaps from ASRM for April 2022! Abstract Reviewer : Abstract Review (confex.com) Volunteers: ASRM Volunteer Application Survey (surveymonkey.com) More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today Book Review: Reproductive Ethics in Clinical Practice: Preventing, Initiating, and Managing Pregnancy and Delivery--Essays Inspired by the MacLean Center for Clinical Medical Ethics Lecture Series | 21 Apr 2022 | 00:32:09 | |
On the book review we talk with editors Julie Chor and Katie Watson about this wonderful new collection of essays. More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: Stress Awareness with Dr. Ariadna Cymet-Lanski | 14 Apr 2022 | 00:14:06 | |
It is April and that means it is Stress Awareness Month. On the show today to discuss stress awareness is Dr. Ariadna Cymet-Lanski, who is chair of the Mental Health Proffesionals Group (MHPG) of ASRM. MHPG Homepage: Home - Mental Health Professional Group (asrm.org) More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: Advocacy and Activism | 16 Oct 2025 | 00:09:48 | |
On this episode, we kick off a new season of ASRM Today, a season that will focus on reproductive rights and reproductive justice in reproductive medicine. On this episode, I talk with Jessie Losch from our Washington, D.C. headquarters , who is ASRM Director of Government Affairs, about the current climate and role of advocacy and activism in reproductive medicine. More on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing education@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today: Testicular Cancer with Dr. Kathleen Hwang | 07 Apr 2022 | 00:14:43 | |
In honor of Testicular Cancer Awareness Month, today's episode features an interview with Dr. Kathleen Hwang, associate professor of the Department of Urology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and director of Male Reproductive Health. Testicular cancer is the most common cancer among young males between ages 15 and 35, but thankfully it is still relatively rare. Dr. Hwang discusses the prevalence of testicular cancer, risk factors, and the importance of early detection. While there is no standard or routine diagnostic screening test for testicular cancer, Dr. Hwang emphasizes the importance of self-examination and regular check-ups. Join us as we learn more about testicular cancer and how we can help spread awareness. SRS Travelling Scholar Form: srs-traveling-scholar-2022-application_fillable.pdf (asrm.org) SRS Website: Home - SRS (reprodsurgery.org) More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today Recommendations and Recaps for March 2022 | 31 Mar 2022 | 00:03:09 | |
On this episode we review some recent recommendations and recaps from ASRM for March 2022! ASRM Academy ASRM Acaddemy is live! ASRM 2022 Abstract Submission Presenter Resources - ASRM Scientific Congress & Expo Activities Report ASRM 2022 Advocacy Activities Report Covid 19 Update COVID, Reproductive Health, and Public Policy: Lessons LEarned after Two Years of the Ongoing Pandemic from the ASRM COVID-19 Task Force More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||
| ASRM Today Episode 100! | 24 Mar 2022 | 00:07:15 | |
Join us in celebrating our 100th episode on the show today! More information on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing asrm@asrm.org Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council. | |||