Ivy Fertility Physicians and Staff Shine at 2024 ASRM Conference Following a Year of Growth And Innovation

December 16, 2024 at 16:18 PM EST

Ivy Fertility, a globally-recognized network of fertility centers, showcased cutting-edge research and advancements in reproductive science at the American Society for Reproductive Medicine conference in Denver, Colorado in October. Ivy Fertility physicians were proud to contribute their expertise through presentations, debates, and discussions. Experts from Ivy were also awarded for their contributions to reproductive science. These recognitions were received after a year full of growth and expansion of the Ivy network.

Throughout the conference, Ivy Fertility physicians delivered impactful sessions on diverse topics, including embryo transfer outcomes, innovative stimulation protocols, the intersection of climate change and reproductive health, and the latest developments in genetic testing.

A special highlight of the conference was the recognition of Ivy Fertility Chief Science Officer Kimball Pomeroy with the ASRM Society of Reproductive Biologists & Technologists Lifetime Achievement Award. This accolade celebrates a career dedicated to groundbreaking research, innovation, and mentorship in the field of reproductive biology and technology. Pomeroy was also recently named Embryologist Of The Year by the American College of Embryology.

“It’s an honor to receive this prestigious recognition from my colleagues at the American Society for Reproductive Medicine,” said Pomeroy. “This recognition reflects not just my efforts, but the dedication of those I’ve had the privilege to collaborate with throughout my career. Advancing the field of reproductive biology and helping to build families has been my life’s work, and I am grateful to the colleagues, mentors, and students who have inspired and supported me along the way."

The Ivy Fertility team is dedicated to advancing the science and practice of reproductive medicine. Highlights from Ivy physicians’ presentations include:

Monday, October 21, 2024

Poster Session: “How Did It Go?” – Investigating a Physician’s Subjective Experience During Embryo Transfer and Subsequent Pregnancy Outcomes. Presented by Dr. Linnea Goodman of Virginia Fertility & IVF.
Video Abstract Session: Hysteroscopy to Assist in Diagnosis and Treatment of Pregnancy of Unknown Location. Presented by Dr. Goodman= of VAIVF.
Poster Session: The End Of An Injection for Ovulation Suppression Era: Oral Progestin-Suppressed In Vitro Fertilization Cycles Produce Similar Outcomes to Traditional Protocols. Presented by Dr. Goodman, Dr. Christopher Williams, Dr. Laura Smith, and Lab Director Scott Purcell of VAIVF.
Genetics Talk: Clinical and Legal Aspects of PGT-M Testing in the IVF Clinic. Presented by Dr. Said Daneshmand of San Diego Fertility Center.
Speaking Session: The Use of AMD 3100 for Bone Marrow Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells Mobilization in the Treatment of Asherman’s Syndrome. Presented by Dr. Valerie Flores of SDFC.
Poster Session: Single Embryo Transfer Pregnancy Outcomes Compared Between Blastocysts Diagnosed As Euploid Versus Those Not Undergoing Biopsy or Preimplantation Genetic Testing Prior to Transfer. Presented by Dr. Daneshmand and Practice Director Shannon Kokjohn of SDFC.
Poster Session: Pregnancy Outcomes According to Timing of Expansion, Biopsy, and Cryopreservation Among A Consecutive Series of 3271 Transfers of Single Euploid Blastocyst Stage In Vitro Fertilized Embryos. Presented by Dr. Daneshmand and Kokjohn of SDFC.
Genetics Talk: GCPG: Clinical and Legal Aspects of PGT-M Testing in the IVF Clinic. Presented by Dr. Daneshmand of SDFC.

Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Oral Abstract: Impact of Gonadotropin Selection on Risk of Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS) in Predicted HIgh Responders Undergoing Ovarian Stimulation: A Megaset HR Trial Analysis. Presented by Dr. Russell Foulk of Utah Fertility Center with Ferring Pharmaceuticals.
Oral Abstract: Benign Gynecological Disease: Endometriosis and Adenomyosis. Presented by Dr. Flores of SDFC.
Poster Session: Three Years of Experience with Single Cryopreserved Blastocyst Transfers of In VItro Fertilized (IVF) Embryos Diagnosed as Low or High Mosaic Through Preimplantation Genetic Testing. Presented by Dr. Daneshmand, Kokjohn, and Rebecca Gu of SDFC.
Oral Presentation: Progestin Ovulation Suppression Compared to Other Stimulation Protocols In The Same Patient: The Grass is Not Always Greener. Presented by Dr. Goodman, Dr. Williams, Dr. Smith, and Purcell of VAIVF.

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Interactive Debate: “Fresh Squeeze” or “Flash Freeze”? Comparing Two Sperm Procurement Strategies for ART. Featuring Dr. Scott Purcell and other panelists.
Poster Session: Progestin-Suppressed In Vitro Fertilization Cycles Produces Similar Outcomes to Traditional Protocols in Patients with Diminished Ovarian Reserve. Presented by Dr. Goodman, Dr. Williams, Dr. Smith, and Purcell of VAIVF.
Symposia: Emerging Climate-Change Related Threats to Human Reproduction, Including Effects of Wildfire Smoke on Reproductive Outcomes in Primates. Presented by Dr. Bryn Willson of SDFC.

This year’s ASRM conference was the culmination of a year of innovation and growth for Ivy Fertility. The network hired 12 new physicians across the network, including Dr. Shilpi Agrawala at Dallas IVF, Dr. Wendy Chang, Dr. Meredith Brower, and Dr. Eric Han at Reproductive Partners Medical Group, Dr. Shannel Adams and Dr. Shelun Tsai at Pacific Northwest Fertility, Dr. Bryn Willson and Dr. Valerie Flores at San Diego Fertility Center, Dr. Todd Chappell at Fertility Associates of Memphis, Dr. Gary Levy and Dr. Khurram Rehman at Nevada Fertility Center, and Dr. C. Matthew Peterson at Utah Fertility Center. Additionally, Ivy Fertility welcomed two new clinics to the network: Dallas IVF and Northern California Fertility Medical Center.

“This year has been truly transformative for Ivy Fertility,” said Ivy Fertility CEO Lisa Van Dolah. “Our growth, combined with the remarkable contributions of our physicians and staff, underscores our unwavering commitment to innovation and compassionate care. We are dedicated to driving advancements that make parenthood possible for so many.”

About Ivy Fertility

Ivy Fertility is globally recognized as pioneers and innovators in the field of advanced reproductive technologies, in-vitro fertilization, third-party reproduction, andrology, and fertility research. The Ivy Fertility network includes Dallas IVF, Fertility Associates of Memphis, Fertility Centers of Orange County, Idaho Fertility Center, IVF Fertility Center, Los Angeles Reproductive Center, Nevada Center for Reproductive Medicine, Nevada Fertility Center, Northern California Fertility Medical Center, NOVA IVF, Pacific Northwest Fertility, Reproductive Partners Medical Group, San Diego Fertility Center, Utah Fertility Center, and Virginia Fertility & IVF. By developing new procedures, achieving scientific breakthroughs, and teaching the latest techniques, Ivy Fertility upholds its commitment to successful outcomes and continually contributes to the development of the entire fertility community. The Ivy team is passionate about its family-building mission and works tirelessly each day to help patients become parents. To learn more about Ivy Fertility, please visit www.ivyfertility.com.