- Osteoporosis
- Medical Weight LossPCOS is a very common condition in young women (approximately 8% to 10%). Not all women with PCOS are overweight or obese, but many PCOS women have signs of insulin resistance and/or obesity. A low calorie diet and exercise may lead to weight loss, regular menstrual cycles, and ovulation.
- Primary CareIf you meet any of the above, we ask that you inform us and postpone treatment until cleared by your primary care provider.
- Smoking CessationThe best available scientific data indicate that cigarette smoking strongly contributes to infertility. Smoking should be discouraged for both male and female partners in couples with a history of infertility or recurrent miscarriage. Smoking cessation may improve natural fertility and success rates with infertility treatment.
- Male InfertilityFertility problems that can be diagnosed and treated with In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) which may include ovulation therapy, artificial insemination, surgery, in vitro fertilization and/or donor insemination for male infertility...
- Immunizations
- GynecologyBrianna Trottier, FNP-BC is a board certified family nurse practitioner from Buffalo, NY. Brianna’s nursing background is in obstetrics and gynecology and maternal-child nursing. She has previously worked in the private practice, educational, and hospital setting.
- Female Infertility
- ObstetricsDr. Chantal Bartels is dedicated to helping people grow their families. A Buffalo native, she graduated from Canisius College summa cum laude. She graduated from The University at Buffalo School of Medicine and completed her residency and fellowship training at the University of Connecticut. She is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha honors society. Throughout her training, she has received awards for both her outstanding patient care and academic excellence, including the Hans J. Lowenstein Award in Obstetrics for her care of pregnant women during medical school.
- EndometriosisEndometriosis is a very common condition in which the normal tissue that lines the inside of the uterus (endometrium) is found growing outside the uterus, on such areas as the ovaries, fallopian tubes, intestines, the lining of the pelvis and abdomen (peritoneum).
- Pregnancy
- Labor and DeliveryShe began her career as a registered nurse at Kenmore Mercy Hospital in 2005, but soon realized her passion lay in caring for women. She became a Labor and Delivery Nurse at Women and Children’s Hospital of Buffalo in 2006 and since then has worked extensively as both a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in obstetrics and gynecology, as well as in high risk obstetrics. In 2016, Colby was awarded the Nurse Practitioner of the Year Award through the WNY Perinatal Bereavement Network for her dedication and compassion in caring for bereaved families.
- Prostate Cancer
- Diabetes Care
- EndocrinologyDr. Bartels's clinical interests include reproductive surgery, ovulation induction, IVF and egg donation. She has been actively involved in clinical research in reproductive endocrinology and infertility, and her research has been published in leading journals including the Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics as well as Fertility and Sterility. Her work has also been presented at national conferences, including the American Society for Reproductive Medicine Annual Meeting.
- ThyroidA BMI in the obesity range may also lead to irregular menstrual cycles and irregular ovulation. Women with a BMI of greater than 29 should see a doctor for an evaluation of hormonal status related to ovulation. A preconception visit can also help identify other obesity-associated disorders that impact pregnancy. They include possible thyroid disease, insulin resistance, or Type 2 diabetes. Obese women who have normal ovulation cycles still have lower pregnancy rates than normal weight women.
- UltrasoundMy husband and I are forever grateful for the amazing staff at Infertility and IVF Medical Associated of WNY!!! The doctors and staff were so compassionate with us! They explained our options and kept us strong during treatment! We remember the special day when we had our appointment to check for the heartbeat of our singleton. To our surprise, there were two heartbeat flickers on the ultrasound screen; identical twins! These little miracle boys (Brayson and Riley) just turned two! Dr. Griffin and Dr. Sullivan will always be our heroes for giving us the family we always dreamed and hoped for! Thank You!!!
- MRIMRI-guided focused ultrasonic treatment (MrgFUS) is a relatively new technology with limited information about long-term outcomes. At this time, MrgFUS cannot be recommended for women hoping to maintain or improve their fertility.
- ChemotherapySperm samples can also be preserved by cooling and they can be stored at low temperatures. Semen cryopreservation maybe used to ensure that enough sperms are available on the day of IVF or IUI in the case of male patients who have low sperm counts. It is also recommended for patients undergoing chemotherapy or radiation as a means to preserve fertility.
- Minimally Invasive SurgeryA reproductive surgeon is a fellowship-trained, board certified reproductive endocrinologist who specializes in minimally invasive surgery. A reproductive surgeon operates by two simple principles...
- Robotic SurgeryDespite these clear advantages, most major reproductive and gynecologic surgical procedures performed in the United States are still using traditional open surgery techniques. Our reproductive surgeons are experienced, nationally recognized leaders in minimally invasive and robotic surgery.
- HysterectomyThe type of myomectomy performed (described below) depends on the location and size of the fibroids All myomectomies carry the risk of scarring and adhesions which can affect future fertility. Each also carries the risk of excessive bleeding, which may require a hysterectomy.
- LaparoscopyFewer scars on the inside. In general, all surgery can cause adhesions, or scar tissue, on the organs and tissue inside the body. However, laparoscopy has been shown to result in fewer adhesions that open surgery.
- Laparoscopic SurgeryLess blood loss and fewer complications. Laparoscopic surgery uses greater precision and results in less blood loss, lower rates of infection and other surgical complications.
- Bariatric SurgeryChanging your diet and lifestyle (for example, exercise) is often the first treatment plan. Women with more severe obesity may be candidates for medical therapy. Weight loss surgery (bariatric surgery) is the most effective treatment for weight loss in women with a BMI greater than 40.
- Cyst