The Big Business of IVF: With Kathryn Blaze Baum

AI and The Future of Healthcare

In this forward-looking episode, Dr. D explores how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the future of healthcare — and what that means for patients approaching fertility treatment in 2026. He breaks down the early history of A.I. in medicine and how machine learning is assisting healthcare teams in providing better care for patients. Most importantly, Dr. D shares practical advice for patients on how to responsibly use AI tools throughout their fertility journey in order to become more informed advocates for their care. Follow us on Instagram @fertiliteawithdrd for more fun facts about fertility! Hosted by Said Daneshmand, MD FACOG Produced by Phoebe Gurrola Join the Learn at Pinnacle app ⁠ [https://learnatpinnacle.com/education]to earn FREE CE Credit for listening to this episode!

Egg Retrieval Day!

We're walking you through exactly what to expect on the day of your egg retrieval! Dr. D breaks down the entire process step by step, from when you arrive at the clinic to what happens during the procedure itself. We talk about anesthesia, OHSS (ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome), and what happens while your eggs are being retrieved. Dr. D also covers the recovery period and what to expect physically after the retrieval. Follow us on Instagram @fertiliteawithdrd for more fun facts about fertility! Hosted by Said Daneshmand, MD FACOG Produced by Phoebe Gurrola Join the Learn at Pinnacle app ⁠ [https://learnatpinnacle.com/education]to earn FREE CE Credit for listening to this episode!

The Big Business of IVF: With Kathryn Blaze Baum

Dr. D sits down with investigative journalist and author Kathryn Blaze Baum to unpack the complex and growing world of the fertility industry. Drawing from her new book, In Fertility: The Story of a Miracle and the Big Business Behind It, Kathryn takes us through her own personal fertility story and her journey finding surrogacy. Dr. D and Kathryn also discuss the major differences in Canadian vs. US fertility treatments and access to fertility care. Purchase Kathryn Blaze Baum's Book - In Fertility: The Story of a Miracle and the Big Business Behind It [https://www.amazon.com/Fertility-Story-Miracle-Business-Behind/dp/0735249598] More from Kathryn Blaze Baum HERE [https://kathrynblazebaum.com/] Follow us on Instagram @fertiliteawithdrd for more fun facts about fertility! Hosted by Said Daneshmand, MD FACOG Produced by Phoebe Gurrola Join the Learn at Pinnacle app ⁠ [https://learnatpinnacle.com/education]to earn FREE CE Credit for listening to this episode!

At-Home Sperm Testing Explained: The Future of Male Fertility with Tiffany Najjar

This week, Dr. D sits down with Tiffany Najjar from Fellow to unpack the growing shift toward at-home sperm testing and what it means for the future of male fertility care. Tiffany explains how Fellow [https://www.meetfellow.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21261830152&gbraid=0AAAAACe9j6xMth2iabJV4J4PRIlgtMMeM&gclid=CjwKCAjw1N7NBhAoEiwAcPchp40nEb3BpFpiOe8T_H33HZlW37Ce1-7B8XFU8LZ0SkeuEbfZZL_HRRoCEfUQAvD_BwE], an at-home diagnostic tool, is making fertility testing more accessible, private, and convenient for anyone looking to test their sperm. They discuss how at-home testing works, why male fertility testing is becoming more important for couples trying to conceive, and how innovations like Fellow are changing the way people approach reproductive health. Follow us on Instagram @fertiliteawithdrd for more fun facts about fertility! Hosted by Said Daneshmand, MD FACOG Produced by Phoebe Gurrola Join the Learn at Pinnacle app ⁠ [https://learnatpinnacle.com/education]to earn FREE CE Credit for listening to this episode!

PGT-P & Designer Babies - Where Science Meets Ethics: With Jonathan Anomaly

Advances in reproductive genetics are pushing the boundaries of what's possible and raising profound ethical questions along the way. In this episode, we discuss PGT-P (polygenic embryo screening) and the emerging debate around so-called "designer babies." We're joined by Jonathan Anomaly from Herasight Genomics to explore the science behind polygenic screening and the moral landscape surrounding it. Together, we discuss how PGT-P works, the potential to reduce disease risk, the controversies around genetic selection, and whether the "designer baby" narrative helps or harms public understanding. More from Herasight HERE [https://www.herasight.com/] More from Jonathan Anomaly HERE [https://jonathan-anomaly.com/] Follow us on Instagram @fertiliteawithdrd for more fun facts about fertility! Hosted by Said Daneshmand, MD FACOG Produced by Phoebe Gurrola Join the Learn at Pinnacle app ⁠ [https://learnatpinnacle.com/education]to earn FREE CE Credit for listening to this episode!