Monthly Archives: April 2016


Confronting The Biological Clock

JZ (4)Many women spend a large portion of their reproductive years trying to prevent pregnancy. Some women are focused on career while others are waiting for the right partner to start a family with. No matter the reason, many women find themselves needing help while trying to conceive during their 30s and 40s. The main culprit is a woman’s biological clock. More than just a metaphor, a woman’s biological clock can make all of the difference in her ability to get pregnant.

Read more: Confronting The Biological Clock

Why It’s Important To Choose a Fertility Doctor That Understands All Your Needs

shutterstock_104367062Fertility struggles are among the hardest things a couple will have to deal with.  Navigating treatment options can be difficult, especially when you’re not sure what treatment types are available.  Selecting the right fertility doctor can help make this process easier and can increase the likelihood that you’ll become pregnant.

Read more: Why It’s Important To Choose a Fertility Doctor That Understands All Your Needs

The Pros and Cons of a Natural Cycle IVF

JZ (3)In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) has typically been used as a single medical treatment protocol focused on harvesting a large number of eggs. Technological advancements and improvements in reproductive medicine have changed this protocol. Today, there are a number of IVF protocols available addressing a patient’s individual needs.

Read more: The Pros and Cons of a Natural Cycle IVF

Dr. Zhang’s Pick of the Month: NEW! Publication on the Reproductive Potential of Mature Oocytes after Conventional OHSS for IVF

Pick of the Month (1)One of my latest published works is currently featured in the International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics.  It analyzes the effectiveness of medication used in Conventional IVF based on the number of eggs produced and the number of successful pregnancies. The study involved 250 participants from ages 18 to 38 undergoing their first IVF treatment.

Read more: Dr. Zhang’s Pick of the Month: NEW! Publication on the Reproductive Potential of Mature Oocytes after Conventional OHSS for IVF