Events & Seminars
Genesis Women’s Support Circle
Next Meeting: Wednesday, March 21 st, 2012, 7:00 to 8:30 pm
Many women describe their struggle with fertility as an emotional roller coaster that affects every area of life. To help you navigate this challenging journey we are introducing the Genesis Women’s Support Circle facilitated by fertility counselor Chandra Sen and Genesis nurse Paula Anderson.
The Support Circle is a casual gathering at Genesis Fertility Centre where you can:
> Connect and share with other women going through an experience like yours
> Learn some techniques to help you manage stress and make you feel more in control of your fertility journey
If you are interested in attending the Support Circle at Genesis, you must send us an email request to supportgroup@genesis-fertility.com to participate. Space is limited to 12 participants (please, no drop ins).
Genesis Women’s Support Circle
Next Meeting: February 1 st, 2012, 7:00 to 8:30 pm
Many women describe their struggle with fertility as an emotional roller coaster that affects every area of life. To help you navigate this challenging journey we are introducing the Genesis Women’s Support Circle facilitated by fertility counselor Chandra Sen and Genesis nurse Paula Anderson.
The Support Circle is a casual gathering at Genesis Fertility Centre where you can:
> Connect and share with other women going through an experience like yours
> Learn some techniques to help you manage stress and make you feel more in control of your fertility journey
If you are interested in attending the Support Circle at Genesis, please email supportgroup@genesis-fertility.com. Space is limited.
Genesis Fertility Seminar: Trying to conceive? Discover how an integrated approach can help optimize your fertility
November 29, 2011: Fertility experts, Dr Sonya Kashyap, Reproductive Endocrinologist at Genesis Fertility Centre, and Lorne Brown, Dr. of Traditional Chinese Medicine at Acubalance Wellness Centre, provided this free interactive talk on how you can take charge of your fertility journey.
Genesis Women’s Support Circle
Next Meeting: December 7th, 2011, 7:00 to 8:30 pm
Many women describe their struggle with fertility as an emotional roller coaster that affects every area of life. To help you navigate this challenging journey we are introducing the Genesis Women’s Support Circle facilitated by fertility counselor Chandra Sen and Genesis nurse Paula Anderson.
The Support Circle is a casual gathering where you can:
> Connect and share with other women going through an experience like yours
> Learn some techniques to help you manage stress and make you feel more in control of your fertility journey
If you are interested in attending the Support Circle, please email supportgroup@genesis-fertility.com. Space is limited.
Genesis Fertility Seminar: Trying to conceive? Discover how an integrated approach can help optimize your fertility
October 25, 2011: Fertility experts, Dr Sonya Kashyap, Reproductive Endocrinologist at Genesis Fertility Centre, and Lorne Brown, Dr. of Traditional Chinese Medicine at Acubalance Wellness Centre, provided this free interactive talk on how you can take charge of your fertility journey.
Genesis Women’s Support Circle
Next Meeting: October 26th, 2011, 7:00 to 8:30 pm
Many women describe their struggle with fertility as an emotional roller coaster that affects every area of life. To help you navigate this challenging journey we are introducing the Genesis Women’s Support Circle facilitated by fertility counselor Chandra Sen, Genesis nurses Paula Anderson, Sue McKeachie, Maureen Smith, and Bronwen Mountain (nursing assistant).
The Support Circle is a casual gathering where you can:
> Connect and share with other women going through an experience like yours
> Learn some techniques to help you manage stress and make you feel more in control of your fertility journey
If you are interested in attending the Support Circle, please email supportgroup@genesis-fertility.com. Space is limited.
Upcoming Seminars by Genesis Physicians in 2011
November 19, 2011: Dr. Sonya Kashyap will speak at the South Asian Family Association (SAFA) Health Makeover for Mothers and Daughters on Fertility.
Genesis Women’s Support Circle – past meetings
September’s Genesis Women’s Support Circle
September 14, 2011: In September we discussed how the path of infertility effects our daily lives. We discussed ways to cope and feel less isolated. We also reviewed some breathing techniques that provide immediate relaxation and stress relief. There was also some laughter and tears as we discuss issues that everyone shares.
June’s Genesis Women’s Support Circle
June 8, 2011: In June, we featured Fertility Nutritionist Sarah Ware, founder of Nutrition Fits Consulting. Sarah is a registered dietitian specializing in fertility. She will talk about eating for fertility, as well as dealing with specific issues like weight management and PCOS.
April’s Genesis Women’s Support Circle
April 27, 2011: Many women describe their struggle with fertility as an emotional roller coaster that affects every area of life. Every 3rd or 4th gathering we feature a speaker on topics of interest that the group has identified like nutrition, meditation, or specific medical issues. We welcome your input and would like to hear what you hope to get from the group.
Past Seminars by Genesis Physicians in 2011
Genesis Fertility Seminar: Trying to conceive? Discover how an integrated approach can help optimize your fertility
October 28, 2011: Dr. Beth Taylor spoke at the D.A. Boyes Annual Meeting for Obstetrician & Gynecologics in BC on Fertility Preservation in Women with Endometrial Cancer.
October 27, 2011: Dr. Hitkari spoke at the Family Practice Obstetrics & Gynecology Update, Vancouver, BC on Assisted Fertility Options.
October 27, 2011: Dr. Sonya Kashyap spoke on Multiple Pregnancy and Assisted Reproductive Technology. DA Boyes Annual Meeting, Vancouver, BC.
September 20, 2011: Fertility experts, Dr Sonya Kashyap, Reproductive Endocrinologist at Genesis Fertility Centre, and Lorne Brown, Dr. of Traditional Chinese Medicine at Acubalance Wellness Centre, provided this free interactive talk on how you can take charge of your fertility journey.
June 24, 2011: Dr. Sonya Kashyap spoke on “Hormones and the reproductive years” at the annual Society of Obstetricians & Gynecologists of Canada meeting, Vancouver, BC.
May 13, 2011: Dr. Beth Taylor spoke at the Annual Women’s Health Update, SFU Harbour Centre on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.
March 24, 2011: Dr. Hitkari spoke at the Obstetrics & Gynecology West/Central CME Program in Banff, Alberta on “Preventing Multiple Births due to Infertility Treatments: A Canadian Framework.”
February 3, 2011: Dr. Sonya Kashyap spoke on “How to design a research question” at the Fred Byrons Faculty Research Day Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, UBC.
January 13, 2011: Dr. Sonya Kashyap spoke at the Division of Reproductive Medicine Rounds, UBC, on Assisted Reproductive Technology, Patient Decision Making and Multiple Births.
Seminars by Genesis Physicians in 2010
October 16, 2010: Dr. Al Yuzpe spoke at the Annual Canadian College of Family Physicians Meeting on fertility treatment options.
September 29, 2010: Dr. Beth Taylor spoke at Vancouver General Hospital Ob/Gyn Grand Rounds on surgical management of first trimester miscarriage.
September 29, 2010: Dr. Jason Hitkari spoke at the Canadian Fertility and Andrology Society meeting on PCOS.
September 16, 2010: Dr. Sonya Kashyap spoke to the Assisted Human Reproduction Council of Canada on “Patient Decision Making and Assisted Reproductive Technology: How to decide how many embryos to transfer.”
July 4, 2010: Dr. Jason Hitkari spoke at St. Paul’s Hospital Family Practice Rounds on semen parameters.
June 19, 2010: Dr. Beth Taylor spoke on Infertility to physicians at a Women’s Health Continuing Medical Education Event, Pan Pacific Hotel.
June 14, 2010: Dr. Al Yuzpe was interviewed on the Fanny Kiefer Show about infertility and age.
June 12, 2010: Dr. Sonya Kashyap spoke to the Assisted Human Reproduction Council of Canada on IVF, Multiple Births and Outcomes.
May 19, 2010: Dr. Beth Taylor spoke at a public forum titled, “Taking Charge of Your Fertility” at the Vancouver Public Library.
May 15, 2010: Dr. Jason Hitkari will speak on infertility & dysmenorrhea to Family Physicians through UBC CPD Lecture Series
March 4, 2010: Dr. Jason Hitkari spoke at the 45th Annual Post Graduate Review in Family Medicine on prenatal screening.
Seminars by Genesis Physicians in 2009
December 15th: Dr. Jason Hitkari spoke at Mt. Saint Joseph’s Hospital. The talk was titled “The Keys To Understanding Semen Analysis.”
November 19th: Dr. Jason Hitkari spoke at the St. Paul’s Family Practice Review Course on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Pearls.
November 19th: Dr. Margo Fluker spoke at the St. Paul’s Family Practice Review Course on Premature Ovarian Failure.
November 5, 2009: Dr. Jason Hitkari spoke at the 22nd Obstetrics Update For Family Physicians. The talk was titled “Hey Doc – I’m finally ready! Can we really help everyone get pregnant?”
September 29, 2009: Dr. Beth Taylor and Lorne Brown, Doctor of Chinese Medicine presented a public forum titled, “Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Fertility: What you need to know.”
November 19, 2009: Dr. Jason Hitkari spoke on fertility treatments at the St.Paul’s Hospital Family Practice Review Course.
November 6, 2009: Dr. Jason Hitkari spoke on the investigation and management of infertility at the annual Family Practice and Obstetrics Update.
September 14, 2009: Dr. Albert Yuzpe presented Genesis’ work with patients with Huntington’s Disease at the International Huntington’s Disease Congress. Using PGD, Genesis has helped many couples prevent the transmission of the Huntington’s Disease gene onto their offspring.
June 12, 2009: Dr. Jason Hitkari and Dr. Beth Taylor spoke at BC Women’s Hospital Grand Rounds regarding multiple pregnancies and IVF.
June 9, 2009: Dr. Jason Hitkari discussed prenatal screening at the Nurse Practioner Journal Club.
May 1, 2009: Dr. Beth Taylor spoke at the annual Medical Genetics Update on fertility preservation and diseases such as Turner Syndrome and fragile X that can lead to premature ovarian insufficiency.
February 5th, 2009: Dr. Beth Taylor spoke at a Family Medicine Conference on the treatment of infertility.
January 16th, 2009: Dr. Beth Taylor spoke at a Family Medicine Continuing Medical Education event on the investigation and management of infertility.