In this Q&A, Dr. Brian Levine of CCRM New York brings deep expertise and humanity to questions that don’t always have easy answers. From navigating donor eggs and PCOS to what really makes a great doctor, his responses are honest and informative.
What we covered
Dr. Levine tackled big-picture topics like embryo quality and diagnostic fatigue, but also smaller decisions that matter: like whether to request a natural cycle FET.
Some of the highlights included:
Natural vs. medicated embryo transfers (and why one isn’t “better”)
When to shift from your own eggs to donor eggs—and how to do it emotionally
Supplements for PCOS (beyond the hype)
Why diet is more powerful than any pill
Endometriosis, inflammation, and failed transfers
Surrogacy and cost through Nodal
What actually sets a great fertility doctor apart
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is a natural cycle frozen embryo transfer better than a medicated one?
In this Q&A, Dr. Levine of CCRM New York explains that natural and medicated embryo transfers each have a place, and that one is not simply better than the other.
When should I consider donor eggs, and how do I make that shift emotionally?
Dr. Levine speaks to when it makes sense to shift from your own eggs to donor eggs, and how to approach that decision emotionally.
What sets a great fertility doctor apart?
The Q&A closes with Dr. Levine's view on what actually sets a great fertility doctor apart. It also covers PCOS supplements, why diet matters, endometriosis and failed transfers, and surrogacy cost through Nodal.
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