- Medical Weight LossStopping cigarette smoking and stopping illicit drug use will lower the risk for miscarriage. Limiting alcohol and caffeine intake may also be helpful. Obesity or being overweight has been linked with increased risk of miscarriage, so healthy weight loss might also help pregnancy outcomes. There is no clear scientific proof that stress, anxiety, or mild depression causes recurrent pregnancy loss. However, these are important problems that are common in women with recurrent pregnancy loss. Psychological support and counseling can help couples cope with the emotional pain of miscarriage and create a healthy environment for a pregnancy.
- Infectious DiseasesFinding a gestational carrier is one of the first steps in the process. A carrier or surrogate can be found through an agency or a couple may choose to use a known carrier. Our dedicated “GC” coordinator will help connect you with reputable agencies who will preliminarily find and screen a potential carrier. Our physicians and psychologist will screen the carrier for medical, reproductive and psychological health as well as infectious diseases.
- GynecologyDeepika Garg, M.D joins Greenwich Fertility We are delighted to announce Deepika Garg, M.D. has joined our practice September 20, 2021. Dr. Garg is an accomplished fellowship trained Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility specialist. She is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and board eligible in reproductive endocrinology, completed her fellowship training in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, Utah.
- Female Infertility
- ObstetricsWe are delighted to announce Deepika Garg, M.D. has joined our practice September 20, 2021. Dr. Garg is an accomplished fellowship trained Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility specialist. She is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and board eligible in reproductive endocrinology, completed her fellowship training in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at the University of Utah in Salt […]
- EndometriosisSurgical procedures may be performed as a treatment for infertility. Our physicians have years of experience in reproductive surgical techniques to treat pelvic adhesions, endometriosis, fallopian tube obstructions, fibroids, polyps and uterine anomalies. These surgical procedures can often correct problems that may cause infertility, resulting in improved chances for conception.
- PregnancyFor couples and women ready to start a family, Greenwich Hospital provides a full range of expert medical services in a warm and supportive environment. The maternity services team includes high risk pregnancy specialists, fertility experts, anesthesiologists, neonatologists, pediatricians and nurses.
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Diabetes Care
- EndocrinologyDeepika Garg, MD, is an obstetrician-gynecologist who specializes in reproductive endocrinology. She focuses on infertility, fertility preservation, recurrent pregnancy loss, and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery.
- ThyroidUntreated medical conditions, such as thyroid disease or diabetes, can increase the risk for miscarriage. Treating medical conditions such as diabetes, thyroid dysfunction, or high prolactin levels can improve the chances of having a healthy, full-term pregnancy. Abnormalities of the immune system or blood-clotting system (thrombophilia) can also cause recurrent pregnancy loss. Women with autoimmune or clotting problems may be treated with low-dose aspirin and heparin. These medicines can be taken during pregnancy to lower the risk of miscarriage.
- UltrasoundRecurrent pregnancy loss is a condition when a woman has two or more clinical pregnancy losses (miscarriages) before 20 weeks of gestation. A clinical pregnancy loss occurs after a pregnancy has been visualized on an ultrasound examination and can occur as early as 5-6 weeks’ gestation (1-2 weeks after a missed period). A “biochemical pregnancy” occurs when a urine or blood pregnancy test is found to be positive but declines and becomes negative before a clinical pregnancy can be seen on ultrasound. Biochemical losses are not usually included in making a recurrent pregnancy loss diagnosis.
- Radiology
- X-Rays
- ChemotherapyCertain types of cancer treatments, such as radiation and chemotherapy, can cause damage to the reproductive organs in addition to destroying cancer cells. Teenagers and women of childbearing age should speak with their oncologist about the fertility risks of their particular treatment regimen, and about whether they are an appropriate candidate for fertility preservation. After cancer treatment, some women will become infertile, or even go through menopause. The American Society for Clinical Oncology recommends that patients with a desire for future fertility be referred to a reproductive specialist as early as possible, ideally prior to beginning treatment. Our caring and professional staff is committed to supporting and helping cancer patients through what is often a challenging and overwhelming time.
- Hysterectomy
- LaparoscopyMyomectomy is the surgical removal of fibroids (benign growths) from the uterus. Fibroids are very common in reproductive-aged women, and often do not require treatment when they are asymptomatic. However, sometimes they cause symptoms such as infertility or heavy vaginal bleeding, which may require surgical removal. Depending on the size and location of fibroids in the uterus, they may be removed by hysteroscopy, laparoscopy, or a larger abdominal incision called a laparotomy.
- Laparoscopic SurgeryDuring laparoscopic surgery, the fallopian tubes can also be evaluated. A small amount of dye is flushed through the uterus, and can be seen emerging from the end of the fallopian tubes if they are open.
- Cyst
- LesionsPolyps, fibroids, intrauterine adhesions, and uterine septa can often be removed by a minor surgical procedure. During a hysteroscopy, a thin camera is placed through the cervix into the cavity of the uterus, and small instruments are used to remove any intrauterine lesions.