Dr. Parviz Kavoussi co-authors study on consensus and diversity in the management of varicocele.
The Global Andrology Forum is a network of experts from around the world in male reproductive medicine and science who work together to produce meaningful research in the field. Dr. Parviz Kavoussi is a member of this team and recently co-authored a study examining the consensus and diversity of the management of varicoceles in infertile […]
Dr Parviz Kavoussi was named a 2022 Texas Monthly Magazine Super Doctor
Dr. Parviz Kavoussi received the prestigious honor of being named a Texas Monthly Magazine Super Doctor for 2022. Dr. Kavoussi states, “It is once again an honor to be included with such an elite group of physicians.”
Interest in vasectomies spiked since Roe v. Wade overturned by Supreme Court
Interest in vasectomies has skyrocketed since the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade last week. A cursory look at Google Trends shows searches for the word “vasectomy” jumped on the morning of June 24, which was the day the Supreme Court’s ruling came down. There was a staggering increase of over 850% for […]
The AFRM team publishes clinical trial on varicocele repair in infertile men reducing seminal oxidative stress
A varicocele is an abnormal dilation of veins around the testicle. Approximately 15% of men in the general population and 40% of men presenting with infertility have varicoceles. In fact, varicocele is the most common correctable form of male infertility. It has been well established that varicoceles can worsen semen parameters overtime such as sperm […]
Dr. Parviz Kavoussi presents on male infertility at St. David’s Grand Rounds
The field of male infertility is rapidly changing and advancing. As the level of science improves, so do the diagnostics and clinical options for infertile men. Dr. Parviz Kavoussi, a leading expert in the field of male fertility, was invited to present a comprehensive review on male fertility at the St. David’s Medical Center Grand […]
Dr. Parviz Kavoussi discusses testosterone therapy that can preserve sperm production
The annual Androgen Society Meeting took place in Orlando, Florida this year. At this conference, Dr. Parviz Kavoussi lectured on a form of testosterone therapy that allows for sperm production to continue in most men, in contrast to other forms of testosterone therapy modalities which suppress sperm production. The intranasal gel Natesto, a form of […]
Q&A: Gold Standard in Male Fertility Evaluation
Dr. Parviz Kavoussi, male fertility specialist answers the question, “Is there a gold standard in male infertility evaluation?” The conventional semen analysis has been the cornerstone of the male fertility evaluation, and it is useful in many circumstances but is far from a perfect predictor of male fertility potential. There has been a focus over […]
Dr. Parviz Kavoussi judges abstracts for SLS minimally invasive surgery week
The Society of Larparoendoscopic Surgeon’s holds its annual scientific meeting with its minimally invasive surgery week, presenting the latest and greatest in minimally invasive surgery. As a recognized leader in minimally invasive surgery, Dr. Parviz Kavoussi was charged with the task to judge and review scientific abstracts for acceptance into the meeting. Dr. Kavoussi states, […]
Dr. Parviz Kavoussi co-authors research paper evaluating cytocentrifugation to help isolate sperm cells.
In men diagnosed with azoospermia (sperm count of zero in the semen) by the standard recommended laboratory procedure, a few sperm cells may be identified in the semen following additional centrifugation. When these very few sperm cells are found, the diagnosis is changed from azoospermia to cryptozoospermia. Dr. Parviz Kavoussi co-authored a research paper assessing […]
Dr Parviz Kavoussi leads conference on medical treatment for male infertility
There are a lot of misconceptions about medications that can improve male infertility. Unfortunately, most data shows that most medications used to improve male fertility do not significantly improve sperm parameters, pregnancy, or live birth rates, except for fairly rare specific situations. Similarly, vitamins and supplements have not been proven to improve male fertility or […]
