Episode 066: Questions for Your Fertility Doctor

Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about the top questions you need to be asking your fertility doctor and clinic. Learn what to ask to make your journey the easiest and set your expectations appropriately. Understand how your doctor and clinic play a role in your experience. Be your own advocate.

Show notes:

• National Infertility Awareness Week

  **Peloton group ride today (Sunday at 5pm EST).

  **Monday YouTube video on optimizing natural fertility.

  **Tuesday IG live fertility Q&A at 5pm EST. All those questions you keep asking - now is the time. 

  **Wednesday learn how to support people with infertility and pregnancy loss.

  **Thursday launching a special project with @resolveorg 7pm EST!!! More details to come but you don’t want to miss it! SAVE THE DATE!! HUGE COLLAB!!!

  **Friday YouTube video on fertility acronyms and lingo

• What to ask:

  • How do you communicate?

  • Who sees patients in treatment and where/when?

    • Who does procedures? where and when?

  • When will I see my doctor again?

  • How do I get my lab results?

  • What is the cost?

    • Cycle package vs a la carte?

    • Weekend or doctor differential?

  • How is the clinic and lab structured?

    • Same place, different? Where is it located?

    • Facility fees?

  • Where are things stored? Storage fees?

  • Can I ask questions?