Other Conditions With training in both
gynecology and endocrinology, Dr. Gail F. Whitman-Elia has many years of
experience treating infertile couples and individuals with endocrine disorders
influencing the reproductive system. The doctor will provide you with the most
appropriate medical and/or surgical care for your specific condition, which may
include:
- Female infertility
- Male infertility
- Habitual Abortion
- Endometriosis
- Uterine fibroids
- Hirsutism
- Menstrual Disturbances
- Galactorrhea
- Genital tract abnormalities
- PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome)
- Premature ovarian failure
- Difficult menopause
- Disorders of puberty and sexual
development
- Ovulation induction and intrauterine
insemination
- Donor Insemination
Male Factor
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As a
woman, if your goal is to become pregnant with your husband or male
partner’s sperm, one of the first things we’ll need to do is assess
his reproductive health. That’s because an estimated 30 to 40 percent of
infertile couples have difficulty conceiving because of an issue related to the
male partner. In reproductive medicine, this is known as “male factor
infertility.”
We offer a variety of services to evaluate
and treat male factor infertility. Dr. Whitman-Elia works closely with our
urology consultant to give the men in our care highly specialized
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This area of infertility brings with it some
emotional and psychological considerations unique to men. We know that often,
men feel that their fertility issues are negative reflections of their
masculinity or their ability to be good providers. Please, rest assured that we
understand these dynamics.
We make sure our male patients understand that
this is a health issue only – and one that can likely be resolved. Your
partner is also sure to appreciate the way we approach men’s care.
We’re discreet and sensitive at all times, with respect for privacy,
dignity and the ever-changing emotional needs of our patients.
Here’s a brief look at some of the many
services we provide our male patients:
- Routine semen analysis
- Anti-sperm antibody testing
- 24-hour motility testing
- Semen washing for intrauterine insemination
(IUI)
- TESE – testicular sperm extraction
When these or any other tests or treatments are
necessary, our professional staff will be here to answer questions and to make
sure everyone is informed and comfortable about the process. We encourage your
husband or partner to call us any time to discuss his concerns.
We are located in West Columbia, South Carolina, but we have provided
world class results to infertility patients from around the globe, including
nearby areas such as Charleston, Greenville, Aiken, and Florence, South
Carolina, as well as Augusta, Georgia. If you are interested in fertility
treatments such as IVF and ICSI, please contact Dr. Whitman-Elia today!
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