Infertility and IVF Medical Associates of WNY (Buffalo IVF)

July is Fibroid Awareness Month! These non-cancerous uterine tumors can affect fertility and cause heavy bleeding with me**es, among other symptoms.
If you are concerned about the possibility of fibroids, please call 716.839.3057 to set up a consult!

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❤️🤍💙 We are observing the 4th of July holiday and will be in the office on Thursday, July 4 for cycle monitoring/labs only. Please utilize the patient portal for non-urgent questions and a staff member will get back to you within 24-48*.

❤️🤍💙The office will be open until 1pm on Friday, July 5th.

Have a safe and happy 4th of a July!
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Today is a very important day in the history of Buffalo IVF! 25 years ago we opened our doors to serve the Buffalo community and to help build families. From the beginning, we have provided cutting edge science to our patients with proven therapies and protocols to help reach their goals. We are grateful to serve not only Buffalo and its surrounding areas, but many other communities as well - some even as far away as California! We are honored that our patients continue to choose Buffalo IVF to provide care for themselves and for their growing families. We look forward to serving our patients and this community for many more years to come!

On June 19, 1865, freedom finally came for the 250,000 enslaved people of Texas. That day, which would become known as Juneteenth, the Army arrived to enforce what had already been the law of the land for two and a half years — the Emancipation Proclamation.

Wishing a Happy Father’s Day to all of the amazing Dad’s in our lives!

A vote is set to happen today of legislation introduced by Senator Charles Schumer that will protect and expand access to IVF. This legislation, if passed, will establish a nationwide right to receive, provide, and cover IVF therapy.

With roughly 10,000 babies born each year via IVF, Buffalo Infertility & IVF knows how important this bill would be for our patients and their families. Channel 7 journalist, Taylor Epps sat with our Nurse Practitioner Colby Damon to discuss this new bill and how it will provide much needed hope and access to care.
Copy/Paste into your web browser or click on the link to watch the whole story. 📰 🧬 🧫

https://www.wkbw.com/news/local-news/so-important-for-our-families-senate-to-vote-on-the-right-to-ivf-act

We are honored to celebrate Pride month with our LGBTQIA+ patients, families, and friends in the Buffalo community and beyond. We are committed to providing compassionate care to everyone in the community who wishes to build their family or those who are seeking gender affirming care to preserve their future fertility. Happy Pride Month!
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In honor of those who gave their lives for our freedoms, Buffalo IVF will be observing the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 27.
🇺🇸 Please note that the office is open for cycle monitoring only (labs & ultrasounds). Please utilize the patient portal for non-urgent questions and we will get back to you within 24-48*.
🇺🇸For emergencies, call the office to speak with the provider on call.

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Happy Mother’s Day to all of the wonderful Mom’s in our lives. We hope you have a beautiful day. 💗

We know this can weekend can bring up sorrowful and tender emotions. Be gentle with yourself ❤️

To our amazing Nurses and Nurse Practitioners on Nurses week-Thank you for everything you do! Your kindness, dedication, and compassion to our patients is exemplary.

Today we honor the Mother’s who have lost. We acknowledge your strength and eternal love for we remember with you, your beautiful children today and always.

Today is IVF nurse Kathy’s last day before she embarks on her new adventure: Retirement!!

Kathy has been an integral part of the Buffalo IVF Nursing team since the clinic opened 25 years ago. Her knowledge, dedication, kindness, and compassion have helped so many families in the Buffalo area and beyond. We wish her all the best as she embarks on this new chapter! ❤️

As we close out , we’re asking how can you leave your mark and help those fighting to build their families. Remember infertility is a disease, just like high blood pressure and diabetes. Awareness and advocacy from those who are struggling with fertility, along with their family and friends beside them can go a long way in .

We will never stop fighting to break down the barriers surrounding fertility care and treatments. Supporting bills that promote pro-family legislation, can help those who are fighting to build their families.

🧡 Talk to HR and advocate for fertility benefits in your workplace.
🧡Write letters to your lawmakers in support of legislation for fertility coverage
🧡 Share the NIAW posts and encourage others to get involved.

It’s Wednesday of , wear your orange gear today in support of those experiencing infertility!!
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We will never stop supporting those who wish to pursue treatments to build their families. Here are some ways you can support someone going through treatments:

🧡 Avoid well-meaning-but unhelpful comments (example: just relax, it’ll happen!)
🧡 Be supportive and be there to listen
🧡 Don’t try to “fix” the problem
🧡 Ask what they need

These, and many more tips can be found on the website under the ‘Get Help’ tab

Statistically, 1 in 6 people are affected by infertility and by sharing your story, you are helping others know they are not alone. Please know that it may not be the right time to share- and that’s ok! It’s an extremely personal decision if, when, and how you share your story.

Check out our ‘Staff Stories’ highlight where some of our staff (who are also former patients) have shared their fertility journey.

You are not alone. 🧡

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Today marks the start of National Infertility Awareness Week!! This week highlights those who are struggling to build their family and an outlet to share their stories.

Just a reminder that we will be closing at 1pm on Monday 4/8 due to the eclipse. Have a great weekend and don’t forget to get your eclipse glasses! 👓🌒

To everyone who celebrates, Happy Easter from the Team at Buffalo IVF!

Please help us wish our amazing Physicians a happy National Doctors’ Day! Thank you for everything you do! 🩺⚕️🥼

To our valued patients:

There has been a spike in cases of Colds, Influenza A and B, and RSV in the WNY area. Viral illnesses like the flu and can cause complications for pregnant persons as well as those who are medically fragile.

- If you are experiencing flu symptoms stay home from school/work
- Stay home for at least 24* after your fever is gone
- Practice good respiratory etiquette. Cover your cough or sneeze.
- Wash hand frequently with soap & water
- Get plenty of sleep, drink plenty of fluids, and eat nutritious foods

Please help us protect all of the staff, and patients who come through our doors. If you are feeling unwell, please call the office to re-schedule your appointment or transition it to TeleMed.
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March is Endometriosis Awareness Month. This condition can affect up to 190 million people worldwide and can present as symptoms such as menstrual pain, pain with in*******se, and infertility. Over the next few weeks, we’ll highlight this condition to help better understand its symptoms, causes and treatments.

Dr. Griffin had the pleasure of speaking about endometriosis on the podcast, Red Wine and Blue (Living and Thriving with Endometriosis). While this was recorded last year, we wanted to share it again as the information is so important to everyone living with this condition.

Copy and paste the link into your browser or Click on the link to be taken to the YouTube video!

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=MkqBFeZnazI

A statement from Buffalo IVF regarding the recent Alabama court ruling:

We are disappointed to learn of the recent court ruling that changed the definition of an unborn child in Alabama. While this decision is limited to a single state, it is deeply concerning for anyone who helps build families through IVF.
We share the apprehension of patients who may lose access to care because of this ruling and send our support to our colleagues in Alabama.

Buffalo IVF will continue to deliver the highest standard of care for people who are seeking to build their families.

💝Happy Valentine’s Day from Buffalo IVF!💝

𖧷 Over the last few years medical, societal, and personal reasons have been cited as the catalyst for patients choosing planned fertility cryopreservation.

𖧷Planned oocyte & s***m cryopreservation provides an additional option for people facing loss of reproductive capacity the chance to have biologically related children in the future.

𖧷 ASRM recommends considering elective oocyte cryopreservation in your early 20s or 30s due to age related fertility decline. Or, if you will be undergoing HRT or Gonadotoxic therapy (such as testosterone or chemo).

𖧷 If you are considering fertility preservation, a fertility assessment is key to provide you with personalized information about your body and important factors like ovarian reserve, s***m counts as well as what to expect in terms of future outcomes.

If you would like to learn more about elective fertility preservation, please call the office to schedule a consult with one of our providers! For more information, check out the ASRM patient education resources: https://www.reproductivefacts.org/news-and-publications/fact-sheets-and-infographics/?s=title&r=SearchCategories[TOPICS%7eCryopreservation]