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What is IUI and how does it work?

Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is the most common type of artificial insemination. IUI is most often prescribed as an infertility treatment in cases where couples have been unsuccessfully attempting to get pregnant for an extended amount of time and other causes of infertility have been ruled out. The IUI procedure consists of five steps: Step 1 Fertility...

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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS): What is it and what are its symptoms?

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a condition that affects woman’s menstrual cycle, fertility and hormones. Women develop PCOS when they have high levels of androgens, sometimes called male hormones. This hormone makes ovulation rare or irregular. Symptoms of PCOS include: Infrequent, irregular, or absent menstrual cycles Infertility due to irregular or absent ovulation Increased hair...

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Trying to conceive after being on birth control

A common question we are asked at the Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine is “How long does it take birth control to wear off?” Some women take birth control to prevent a pregnancy, while others take it to regulate their periods. Once a woman decides to stop taking birth control to conceive, it only takes...

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Endometriosis: What is it and how does it affect fertility?

Endometriosis, also referred to as ‘endo’ occurs when endometrial tissue is found outside the uterus, usually on the ovaries, fallopian tubes or ligaments that support the uterus. The condition affects at least 5 million women in the United States. Endometriosis is more common in women who: · Are between 30-40 years old · Have not...

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What is FET?

FET, also known as Frozen Embryo Transfer is a process in which frozen embryos from a previous fresh IVF cycle are thawed and transferred into the woman’s uterus. Healthy embryos produced from an IVF cycle but not transferred to the patient can be frozen and stored. FET is the most effective way for women to...

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Weeding out genetic diseases

Our PGD and PGS program ensures that the embryos created are tested for specific genetic diseases (PGD) such as cystic fibrosis, sickle cell anemia, etc; and for chromosomal aneuploidies (PGS) that are the most common causes of abnormalities with increasing age. Please check our website for further details https://www.vcrmed.com/other-services/genetic-screening/preimplantation-genetic-screening-pgs/

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PGD and PGS at VCRM

A new segment on CBS’ 60 minutes addressed PGD and PGS. Please check our website for the latest information: https://www.vcrmed.com/other-services/genetic-screening/preimplantation-genetic-screening-pgs/

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We just posted our 2013 Donor Egg results

we are certain that they will be again the highest in the greater DC area https://www.vcrmed.com/egg-donor-reston-va/egg-donor-results/

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2013 IVF success rates

We just posted our 2013 IVF success. We are confident they will be the highest in the DC area for a 9th straight year https://www.vcrmed.com/ivf-reston-va/art-results-virginia-center-for-reproductive-medicine-in-reston-va-virginia/

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Understanding your Insurance in 2014

Understanding Your Health Insurance The days of simple to understand, one plan fits all health insurance are long gone. Virtually all plans now contain deductibles, co-insurance, co-pays and non-covered services. It is vital for you, the consumer, our patient, to understand what all of these terms mean and how they will affect your out...

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