Fertility Book
Title: Infertility and Reproductive Medicine -
Clinics of North America
Guest Editor: Philip Werthman, MD
"..this book is dedicated to my patients who have allowed
me the privilege of touching their lives by helping them start families."
Dr. Philip Werthman
Dr. Werthman has edited the latest textbook
on Male Infertility, published by W.B. Saunders and released in
July 1999. The topics covered include:
Evaluation and Imaging of the Infertile Male
Genetics of Male Reproduction; Endocrinology
Infections and Immunology
Varicocele
Microsurgical Reconstruction of the Male Reproductive Tract
Disorders of Ejaculation and Ejaculatory Duct Obstruction
Sperm Retrieval Techniques
Intrauterine Insemination
Empiric medical Therapy
The Andrology Laboratory
Reproductive Cryobanking: Sperm, Oocytes and Embryos
Female Factors
Reproductive Medicine on the Internet.
Book Introduction
The field of male reproductive medicine is evolving at an incredible
rate. The advent of intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) has
added a revolutionary new dimension to the treatment of the infertile
couple. Never before have patients had so many alternatives for
conception to choose from. The opportunity for genetic paternity
has been extended to almost any man regardless of his diagnosis.
As technology advances, and the natural selection process is bypassed,
we are obligated to do no harm to the couple or their future offspring
and offer options with cost-effectiveness in mind. These exciting
and powerful tools offers new hope and should be applied in a well-thought
out manner. Male factor infertility is frequently the result of
underlying pathology, which should be identified and corrected when
possible
This issue of the Infertility and reproductive Medicine Clinics
of North America is intended to provide a detailed overview of common
problems encountered in the diagnosis and treatment of male factor
infertility in the area of ICSI. Special attention is given to comparing
the results of different therapeutic modalities for each condition.
Hopefully this information will help guide couples through emotionally
difficult infertility treatments. Each couple enters the process
with a unique set of circumstances and perspectives based on medical,
cultural, personal, and financial background. Custom tailored therapy
may best help couples achieve their desired goals while working
within their individual parameters.
I would like to thank the authors for contributing their time, thoughts
and expertise to this issue. They are the leaders in their respective
fields. Thank you to Carin Davis of W.B. Saunders Company and Drs.
Alan DeCherney and Michael Diamond for affording me the opportunity
to assemble this text. This book is dedicated to my family, Ina
and Samuel Werthman, and mentors, Drs. Cappy Rothman, Larry Lipshultz,
and Richard Ehrlich. Thier inspiration, encouragement, and dedication
to teaching have enabled me to pursue the field I love. To my office
staff, Diane Vieira, Corlyn Saldana, and Jim Norris, who perform
their jobs with kindness and good humor. Lastly, this book is dedicated
to my patients who have allowed me the privilege of touching their
lives by helping them start families.
Philip E. Werthman
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Illuminations Awards
Dr. Werthman was chosen as the 2008 American Fertility Association's
Illuminations award recipient for his more than decade-long
accomplishments in the field of male reproductive medicine and success
in helping couples conceive. This is the highest award a fertility
doctor can receive
Dr. Werthman was featured on ABC's Prime Time TV show "Extreme Makeover" where he joined a team of world-class reconstructive surgeons. Dr. Werthman was carefully chosen by the show's producers as their vasectomy reversal expert and fertility specialist. He performs a vasectomy reversal on the season's premier episode.
Infertility and Reproductive Medicine - Clinics of North America
Philip Werthman, MD
(Guest Editor)
"...this book is dedicated to my patients who have allowed me the privilege of touching their lives by helping them start families." - Dr. Philip Werthman
Dr. Werthman was chosen as the 2008 American Fertility Association's
Illuminations award recipient for his more than decade-long
accomplishments in the field of male reproductive medicine and success
in helping couples conceive. This is the highest award a fertility
doctor can receive 
Dr. Werthman was featured on ABC's Prime Time TV show "Extreme Makeover" where he joined a team of world-class reconstructive surgeons. Dr. Werthman was carefully chosen by the show's producers as their vasectomy reversal expert and fertility specialist. He performs a vasectomy reversal on the season's premier episode.
"...this book is dedicated to my patients who have allowed me the privilege of touching their lives by helping them start families." - Dr. Philip Werthman