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About Edward Joseph Ramirez, MD, FACOG
Expertise
I am a specialist in infertility and advanced gynecological care. I can answer questions about infertility, gynecology related ills, menopause...virtually anything that affects women's health. PLEASE tell me where you are writing from as I am always interested.
Experience
I have been practicing as an Ob/Gyn and Infertility Specialist for over 23 years. Gynecology, advanced laparoscopic surgery, basic infertility, IUI's, IVF, reproductive surgery, and ovulation induction are all areas of my expertise. I am Board Certified. I have been doing In Vitro Fertilization in my clinic for 15 years.
Organizations
American College of OB/GYN, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, American Society of Reproductive Medicine, Society of Assisted Reproductive Technology, American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists, Fellow of The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists,Resolve-National Chapter, Open Path - Northern California, Board of Directors Monterey Medical Society
Publications
American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Education/Credentials
Medical Degree from Stanford University, Residency at Tripler Army Medical Center, Reproductive Training at Pacific Fertility Center, San Francisco
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Expert: Edward Joseph Ramirez, MD, FACOG - 10/29/2009
Question
Hi, my name is lilly. I am 21 years old and I'm from oregon. Me and my husband have been ttc for about a year and I can't seem to get pregnant. I was on depo provera from 2004-2006 and never had my period. I got on lutera right away so my periods came back normal.but I completely got off birth control in july of 2007 and my periods were very irregular until the last 5 months but now they are becoming irregular. I was wondering if depo might be a reason for all this. Or if I might not be ovulating. Any advice on what I should do would be very appreciated!
Answer
Hello Lily from Oregon,
If you are continuing to have irregular cycles, then it is an indication that the ovaries are not functioning correctly. This could certainly inhibit your chances of pregnancy. You need to undergo evaluation to find out exactly why your ovaries are not working as there are several possibilities. I would recommend that you see a gynecologist or fertility specialist for this evaluation. You may then need some form of fertility medication to correct the problem.
Sincerely,
Edward J. Ramirez, M.D., FACOG
Executive Medical Director
The Fertility and Gynecology Center
Monterey Bay IVF Program
www.montereybayivf.com
Monterey, California, U.S.A.
for additional information check out my blog at http://womenshealthandfertility.blogspot.com check me out on facebook and twitter with me at @montereybayivf
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