Fertility Blog Posts by Dr. Jessica Scotchie
About the author
Dr. Jessica Scotchie is a reproductive endocrinologist for Tennessee Reproductive Medicine and specializes in fertility treatments including in vitro fertilization (IVF), egg cryopreservation and egg donation, recurrent pregnancy loss, polycystic ovary syndrome and minimally invasive surgery.
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Why Does Infertility Awareness Matter to Me?
“After 11 years in the field of infertility, and having cared for thousands of infertility patients, having listened to their stories, celebrated their pregnancies and cried with them during their losses, I feel just as dedicated and passionate about caring for infertile patients as I did when I chose the field.”
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Why Folic Acid for Pregnancy Is Fundamental
If you’re thinking about getting pregnant, then it’s time to be preparing your body for pregnancy. Folic acid supplements are one of the most important supplements to prevent major birth defects.
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So You Want to Be an Egg Donor?
Egg donation is an incredibly altruistic opportunity to enhance the lives of others struggling with the pain of infertility. Deciding to donate is a complicated decision that should be carefully considered rather than accepted as an easy way to make money.
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Updated Guidelines on Fish Consumption for Pre-Pregnant, Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women
Fish is part of a healthy diet for any individual, at any age. While many women know that, as well as warnings regarding mercury in different types of fish, they might not know that federal guidelines on seafood consumption have been updated.
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Does My Thyroid Matter?
Thyroid dysfunction is one condition affecting more women than men and many patients going through infertility. Dr. Scotchie discusses symptoms and treatment for those experiencing thyroid dysfunction and how it is associated with fertility.