Sanaz Ghazal, MD
Sanaz Ghazal, MD, FACOG, co-founder and medical director of RISE Fertility, is a double board-certified Fertility Specialist. She specializes in all aspects of female and male infertility, IVF, egg freezing, LGBTQ+ family building, miscarriage and pregnancy loss, PCOS, ovulatory disorders, intrauterine insemination, fertility preservation for cancer patients, endometriosis, and preimplantation genetic testing.
Specialty
- Ob/gyn
Current Practice
- Co-Founder and Medical Director of RISE Fertility
Education
- Yale School of Medicine (MD)
- Brigham and Women's Hospital (Residency, Obstetrics and Gynecology)
Board Certifications
- American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology
- American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Certified in Reproductive Endocrinology/Infertility
Career Highlights and Accolades
- Dr. Ghazal's research has covered topics in the field of reproductive medicine including assisted reproductive techniques, embryo culture, fertility preservation, endometriosis, implantation, and IVF outcomes. She has presented her research at national meetings.
Publications, Books, and Media
- Embryo wastage rates remain high in assisted reproductive technology (ART): a look at the trends from 2004-2013 in the USA. Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics.
- H19 lncRNA alters stromal cell growth via IGF signaling in the endometrium of women with endometriosis. EMBO Molecular Medicine.
- Dr. Ghazal has authored book chapters and articles published in journals.
A Guide to Taking Hormones During Menopause
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6 Things a Wonky Period Might Be Telling You About Your Health
Super heavy, painful, or irregular bleeding is always something to pay attention to.
What to Do If Your Doctor Isn’t Taking Your Period Pain Seriously
Agonizing cramps that incapacitate you are not “normal.”
Why 30 Isn’t Too Young to Start Thinking About—And Preparing for—Menopause
Building up your bone health, picking up some weights, and doing Kegels can help you now and later on too.
5 PCOS Signs You Might Think Are Totally Normal
No, you don't have to “just deal” with frustrating skin, hair, and period problems.
What’s the Deal With At-Home STI Tests?
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What to Do If You’re Trapped in a Seemingly Never-Ending BV Cycle
We’ve been there—and it’s pure hell. Here’s how to put an end to it.
Do I Need to Change My Tampon When I Poop?
If it seems gross or risky but…also kind of fine, here’s the deal.
Why Do I Feel Ridiculously Tired During My Period?
Hormones, intense emotions, painful cramps—there are actually a ton of factors at play.
People Swear by Boric Acid for Relentless Vaginal Infections—Here’s What Ob-Gyns Think
If you’re stuck in a yeast/BV loop and desperate for relief, read this.
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How to Deal With Excruciatingly Heavy Periods Caused by Uterine Fibroids
Some ways to make them less of a nightmare so you can just...get on with your life.
6 Sneaky Uterine Fibroid Symptoms You Really Shouldn’t Ignore
Heavy periods and cramping outside of your cycle are big signs.
How to Tell If Your Irregular Periods Are a Sign of a Bigger Health Issue
Sometimes an out-of-whack cycle isn’t a big deal. But if it’s disrupting your life, you may want to see a doctor.
What to Expect When You Get the Birth Control Implant Placed
The implantation process is quick and only takes a few minutes.
How Does the Birth Control Implant Work?
Here's what to know about the long-term BC option.
What to Do If Your Antidepressants Are Killing Your Sex Drive
Low libido is a common side effect, but you don’t need to just put up with it.
How Does Plan B Work, Exactly, and Is It Always Effective?
Your quick guide to the morning-after pill—straight from experts.
I’ve Used the Same Birth Control for a Decade. Should I Switch It Up?
Here are a few signs that it’s time to consider your (plentiful!) options.