Speaker:
Dr. Gary Nakhuda, MD, FACOG - Co-Director and Co-Founder of Olive Fertility Centre
Session Overview:
Navigating fertility and family planning can be complex for BRCA carriers, with unique considerations and choices to be made. In this comprehensive session, Dr. Gary Nakhuda, a leading fertility specialist and co-founder of Olive Fertility Victoria, will delve into the critical issues surrounding fertility, family planning, and hereditary cancer risk.
This session is specifically tailored for individuals who are BRCA-positive or suspect they may carry the mutation. Attendees will gain valuable insights into how BRCA status can impact fertility, the available options to prevent transmission of BRCA to the next generation, and the various paths one can take toward building a family.
Key Topics:
Fertility and BRCA: Understanding how BRCA mutations might affect fertility and the importance of early consultation.
Accessing Fertility Advice: How to get a referral to a fertility clinic and what to expect during the process.
Preventing Transmission of BRCA: Exploring the choices available, including:
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IVF with Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Monogenic/Single Gene Disorders (PGT-M): What it entails, the costs, and how it works.
Donor Gametes: Considering donor sperm or eggs and what that process looks like.
Child-Free Living or Adoption: Respecting the deeply personal nature of these choices and discussing them sensitively.
Clinical Options for Fertility Preservation: What to do if diagnosed with a BRCA-related cancer, including the associated costs and provincial coverage.
Understanding the Process: A step-by-step outline of what to expect after a referral, from the first clinic consultation to the subsequent steps, including timelines.
Additional Resources: Where to find further information and support for those who have more questions or need ongoing guidance.