Welcome to those who are participating in this very interesting Infertility Blogger's event, thanks to the hard work and dedication of Melissa, the author and blogger extraordinaire of "Stirrup Queens". It is the first time that I, an infertility specialist, will be participating in this sort of activity and I'm not quite sure if I am up to it schedule-wise...I am definitely going to have to tackle those comments with my cup of coffee at 6 am! I look forward to visiting many of the blogs listed by Melissa and seeing how infertility has affected so many of you out there.
I hope you won't mind if I quote some of you from time to time on my Facebook page (Edward J Ramirez) or our center's Facebook fan page (Monterey Bay IVF) simply to give inspiration and support to all the other women & men out there who are struggling along with you in their family building quest. I invite you to follow me here & on Facebook, where there is almost daily posting and links to relevant information regarding reproductive endocrinology and assisted reproductive technologies.
I also hope that you find my blog interesting. It is largely made up of questions and answers from patients all over the world. I receive many in my role as an infertility specialist volunteer advisor on the About.com's All Expert's site and some of the more interesting ones (that are not designated private) are published here. As you can see, some things in the IF field are the same and some aspects, especially concerning treatment protocol, can be very different between countries, clinics and cultures. Scroll down to the index to find the topic that interests you or concerns you most!
For those of you who don't have the slightest idea of what I am talking about, simply click on the blue link at the top right corner of my blog page and it will take you to the Stirrup Queen's site (or www.stirrup-queens.com/2008/06/icomleavwe ), where you will see many other blogs about infertility that you might like to visit.
Thank you for taking the time to visit and good luck to all of you!
Edward J. Ramirez, MD
I'm so glad that you're taking part in ICLW this month. Because of it I've found your blog which seems to be a wealth of information. I look forward to reading more.
ReplyDeleteGlad you're participating this month! I'm a new follower now.
ReplyDeleteHappy ICLW! #100 :-)
I'm so glad you have this blog. I think it has to give you valuable insight to how IF patients are feeling, and what they want out of their doctors. I wish my Dr. and his staff read these blogs. They could definitely learn a thing or two!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your comments and participation. It's so meaningful to have an RE represented in our community, and to see your blog.
ReplyDeleteWow, we have an expert in our midst! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog. I feel very inferior to the other ladies who participate in terms of where I am in my journey, but maybe I can at least make someone smile!
ReplyDeleteHappy ICLW ~#48~
Thank you so much for stopping by my site....amazing to have you in our community. I am going to enjoy reading. Gives me hope. Happy ICLW!
ReplyDeleteI love that you're participating in ICLW! This is a great community and I'm thrilled to have you as part of it. You're blog was one that I read so long ago, when I first seeked out this community, glad to find it again. Enjoy ICLW!
ReplyDeleteI think it's amazing that you have a blog and also visit our blogs to offer not only support, but encouragement and advice. I wish more Drs were like you - more involved in our personal efforts while we are on this trying journey to have a baby. I wish I lived closer- I'd love to bring my case to you!!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for your comment. Sometimes it is just so nice to hear that there is hope and that it will happen. I really appreciate your time and advice!
ReplyDeleteWow! I never thought a RE would have time to participate in ICLW. I'm glad you did though - your blog is very informative!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by my blog, and thanks for your words of encouragement.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great blog you have, lots of great information here.
ICLW