Pre-Congress Course 4-1
Tracks
Room 336
| Thursday, May 1, 2025 |
| 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Overview
Part 1: Foundations of Medically Assisted Reproduction
by Reproductive Nurses SIG
Details
Course Description
This course is designed for nurses working in the field of assisted reproductive technology (ART). It covers essential concepts in infertility, including emerging causes such as chronic endometritis, adenomyosis, and male infertility. The course will also explore seminal fluid analysis, sperm selection methods, DNA fragmentation, oocyte freezing, and ART stimulation protocols. Nurses will gain valuable insights into ART practices, including legislative updates and laboratory aspects, while engaging in discussions to enhance their understanding and patient care skills.
Course Objective
• Understand emerging causes of infertility relevant to nursing practice.
• Learn the role of seminal fluid analysis and sperm selection technologies in ART.
• Understand the impact of DNA fragmentation in sperm on fertility treatments.
• Gain knowledge of oocyte freezing techniques and ART stimulation protocols.
• Stay informed on legislative updates and laboratory practices related to ART.
• Enhance ability to support patients through ART procedures with updated knowledge.
Speaker
Dr. Karin Hammarberg
Adjunct Senior Research Fellow
Monash University
Legislative and Clinical Care Aspects of Oocyte Freezing
9:05 AM - 9:25 AM
Dr. Suresh Nair
Consultant
Seed of Life, Fertility & Women's Care Medical Centre
Stimulation Protocols Including PPOS (And Success Rates)
9:25 AM - 9:45 AM
Dr. Swee Lian Liow
Scientific Director
Virtus Health
Laboratory Aspects
9:45 AM - 10:05 AM
Dr. Zhongwei Huang
Consultant, Deputy Director, Adjunct Assistant Professor
NUHS
Correlation of Seminal Fluid Analysis (SFA) With Fertility and ART Success Rates
10:20 AM - 10:40 AM
Dr. Kenji Ezoe
Senior Scientist
Kato Ladies Clinic
Use of Sperm Selection Devices - ZyMōt, LensHooke and Hyaluronan Binding
10:40 AM - 11:00 AM
Prof. Deepak Modi
Scientist G
ICMR-NIRRCH
DNA Fragmentation in Sperm
11:00 AM - 11:20 AM
Prof. Maria Antonia Habana
Professor And Chair
University of the Philippines
Chronic Endometritis and Adenomyosis
11:30 AM - 11:50 AM
Prof. Deepak Modi
Scientist G
ICMR-NIRRCH
Male Contributors to Infertility Including Lifestyle and Endocrine Disruptors
11:50 AM - 12:10 PM
Prof. Robert Norman
Emeritus Professor
University Of Adelaide
Balanced Translocations and PGT-A – What Do They Mean and How Are They Managed?
12:10 PM - 12:30 PM
