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Seeing Your Doctor
What type of doctor should you see?
There are three main types of doctors or
physicians that can diagnose and or treat fertility related
conditions. Depending on the way your local healthcare health
system works, you may require a referral from you primary care
doctor (GP) or be able to go directly to a fertility specialist
(Reproductive Endocrinologist).
It is important to note that the sooner you see a fertility
specialist the better. These doctors are up to date on the latest
advances in treatments and can assist you faster.
For Women
A woman can be treated for fertility related
conditions by any of the following types of doctors:- Family Doctor (GP): Your
primary care or family doctor or physician can assist you in
understanding your options and will likely refer you to a
specialist who will be able to deal with your fertility more
appropriately. Your primary care doctor coordinates and oversees
your care, as this doctor is treating your entire body - not just
your reproductive system.
- Obstetrician/Gynaecologist:
An obstetrician/gynaecologist (also referred to as an OB/GYN) is a
medical doctor with additional years of specialty training in
women's health. In some cases, the OB/GYN may be your primary care
physician.
- Fertility Specialist: A
fertility specialist or reproductive endocrinologist is an OB/GYN
who has trained even further, in the area of reproductive medicine.
These doctors are specialized to diagnose and treat reproductive
problems and perform advanced reproductive techniques, such as IVF.
And importantly, they are usually up to date on the latest advances
in this area.
For Men
For routine examinations, men can generally see
their family doctor. A man having a problem with his prostate or
infertility may be referred to a urologist for
evaluation.
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