Dr. Sanaz Ghazal, MD, FACOG
Fertility can be a really overwhelming subject. There is so much misinformation about fertility that it’s easy for patients to get confused about what they should believe and what they should ignore. So, let’s share some of the most common myths about getting pregnant and help you understand the real truth about this important topic … Read more
Ovulation is defined as the release of an egg from the follicle in the ovary. Once the egg is released, it’s then able to enter the fallopian tube, which is where the egg meets the sperm. If you are not ovulating regularly, your chances of getting pregnant naturally are very low. In fact, ovulatory dysfunction … Read more
Women are born with all the eggs they will ever have in their life. As we age, the quantity and quality of our eggs decreases, which makes it more difficult for us to get pregnant. Today, there are strategies and cutting-edge technology that can help women conceive who might otherwise not be able to. Even … Read more
Have you ever wondered how a Fertility Specialist actually tests your fertility? Read about the different tests and information your doctor gathers to assess your fertility potential. Infertility Struggles are Not Uncommon “Why am I not getting pregnant?” If you have asked yourself this question, don’t worry, you’re not alone. One in 7 couples struggle … Read more
Most of the sex education we received when we were younger was all about how to practice safe sex and prevent unwanted pregnancy. But now that you are actually trying to conceive, you may be realizing that there is more to getting pregnant than just having unprotected sex. There are so many misconceptions and old … Read more
LGBTQ+ family building is a beautiful thing, but it can get complicated quick. There are unique fertility challenges that need to be considered prior to starting your journey and you will likely need to use a third party to provide sperm or eggs or a uterus to create and/or carry a pregnancy. Additionally, there are … Read more
Know When It’s Time to Make an Appointment with a Fertility Specialist Have you been struggling to build your family and you are unsure who to see for fertility issues? Here are 10 sure signs you should see a fertility specialist now. How Do I Know if I’m Struggling with Infertility? The textbook definition of … Read more
Trying to get pregnant or already pregnant and worried about the COVID-19 vaccine? See answers to some frequently asked questions surrounding the COVID-19 vaccine. Introduction It has been more than a year since the first case of COVID-19 was identified in the United States. We have learned so much about the coronavirus and developed ways … Read more
A Complete Guide to the Semen Analysis Process The semen analysis is a test used to assess the health and quality of sperm. During a fertility consult, a Fertility Specialist might recommend this test to determine if there are any possible underlying causes affecting the sperm’s ability to travel to the egg and successfully fertilize … Read more
RISE Fertility was proud to support the Driving for Hope Classic benefitting HelpCureHD for a second straight year. As a sponsor of the event, RISE Fertility was involved in the golf tournament, which took place at Pelican Hill Golf Club in Newport Beach, CA on December 9th-10th, 2020. The event was hosted by HelpCureHD Founders … Read more