I’m thrilled to introduce you to a groundbreaking innovation in fertility care: needle-free IVF. My guest is Dr. Rachel Mandelbaum, a fertility doctor, researcher, and patient advocate who is leading the charge to make IVF more accessible and less intimidating for everyone, especially those who are needle-phobic. Dr. Mandelbaum shares her personal journey, the inspiration behind her work, and how her innovations are changing the landscape of fertility treatment.

In our conversation, we dive deep into the themes of patient empowerment, challenging outdated norms in reproductive medicine, and the importance of offering more compassionate, personalized care. We discuss the science behind needle-free IVF, the impact of patient-centered innovation, and how small changes can make a big difference in the IVF experience. This episode is all about rethinking what’s possible in fertility care and advocating for what patients truly deserve.

In this episode, we cover:

• The inspiration behind needle-free IVF and Dr. Mandelbaum’s personal journey as a patient and physician
• How needle-free IVF works and the technology adapted from diabetes care
• The results of clinical trials comparing needle-free IVF to traditional methods
• Addressing patient fears and anxieties around self-injection and how new options can improve access to care
• The importance of challenging the “just tough it out” mentality in women’s health
• Innovations in progesterone administration and reducing the need for painful injections
• The future of IVF: personalized approaches, patient advocacy, and ongoing research

Resources:

• Dr. Rachel Mandelbaum on Instagram: @rachel.mandelbaum.md
• HRC Fertility: https://www.havingbabies.com/
• The Egg Whisperer Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eggwhisperershow
• Subscribe to The Egg Whisperer Show on Spotify
• Get The "Egg Whisperer Fertility Pants"

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