In Good Hands: Conversations With a Fertility Surgeon
Dr Alex Alexander has delivered over 5000 babies during his career, helped thousands of people overcome infertility through IVF and gynaecological surgery, and has lectured the next generation of doctors in clinical practice at the University of Queensland. In this podcast, Dr Alex Alexander will use expertise in his three fields — fertility, gynaecology and obstetrics —to give some clarity and hope to people facing infertility, as well as share his experience with managing high-risk pregnancies and complex gynaecological concerns.
Episodes
The technology behind egg freezing has changed a lot in recent years, and so has the conversation around it. But how do you know if it is the right option for you, and when is the best time to do it? In this episode, Dr Alex explains how egg freezing works, what the process actually involves, how age affects your chances, and why the number of eggs collected does not always tell the whole story.
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When does fertility start declining in women? And should men also be watching their 'biological clock'? Dr Alex brings you the facts around age and fertility to help you make decisions about when to start a family, as well as some tips to improve your chances at any age.
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Dr Alexander's passion for continuity of care means that he is the doctor by your side through gynaecological issues, infertility, childbirth, menopause, and beyond. In this episode we talk about why that depth of knowledge about his patients delivers improved care, how he works with other health professionals, and how his relationships with his patients have stood the test of time.
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For those new to the world of fertility treatments, the way that fertility specialists work with fertility providers can be a bit confusing. Who does what? Is your fertility doctor in charge of choosing the embryos, or is that the scientist? In this episode, we explain who does what during fertility treatments, why a doctor will work with one fertility provider over another— and most importantly of all — what benefits t...
Despite his reputation for precision and excellent outcomes, surgery is rarely Dr Alex’s first option when it comes to gynaecological concerns. But in some cases, surgery is required to remove physical barriers to fertility. In this episode, we talk about the common gynaecological conditions, when to consider surgery over other treatments, and why it is so important that women see a gynaecologist who is also trained in fertil...
His patients call him calm, kind and completely unflappable. In this short introductory episode, we find out how Dr Alex Alexander found his way into practising fertility, gynaecology and obstetrics, and why thousands of women have trusted him with their care over several decades. Also, we discuss how to pick a specialist that is the right fit for you.
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