Lora Shahine, MD 10/21/21 Lora Shahine, MD 10/21/21

Amy Schumer Gets Personal About Endometriosis

Morning Honey

Lora Shahine, MD 10/18/21 Lora Shahine, MD 10/18/21

How To Stop Worrying About Miscarriage, According to Experts

If you’re wondering how to stop worrying about miscarriage, experts agree that it is possible to put your fears at ease — or at the very least, decrease overwhelming feelings of doubt and uncertainty.

Lora Shahine, MD 10/14/21 Lora Shahine, MD 10/14/21

Miscarriage Care During the Pandemic

The pandemic impacted everyone on many levels. One issue you may not have been aware of during the initial shut down and quarantine is how many women were forced to miscarry at home and alone.

Lora Shahine, MD 10/5/21 Lora Shahine, MD 10/5/21

The Support Through Loss Act

The Support Through Loss Act would help those experiencing the challenges of starting a family by increasing support in the workforce, offering access to resources and patient-centered care.

Lora Shahine, MD 10/5/21 Lora Shahine, MD 10/5/21

‘Not Broken: The Emotional Impact of Miscarriage and Recurrent Pregnancy Loss’

In my medical training, I learned about the diagnosis, treatment, and physical toll of miscarriage, but it’s only been through years of caring for patients that I’ve realized the emotional toll and psychological impact of miscarriage.

Lora Shahine, MD 9/29/21 Lora Shahine, MD 9/29/21

Should I get the vaccine if I’m pregnant?

“The data is overwhelming that COVID-19 vaccination is safe for women who are planning to get pregnant or who are pregnant,” says Lora Shahine, MD, FACOG at Pacific NW Fertility.

Lora Shahine, MD 9/25/21 Lora Shahine, MD 9/25/21

So how much sperm do you need to conceive?

So how much sperm do you need to conceive? I answer this question and many more about male factor infertility for this piece.

Lora Shahine, MD 9/23/21 Lora Shahine, MD 9/23/21

PCOS: Common But Often Misunderstood Hormonal Disorder

This first of its kind documentary combines personal stories and expert interviews with one goal: shattering the stigma surrounding miscarriage and pregnancy loss.

Lora Shahine, MD 9/14/21 Lora Shahine, MD 9/14/21

Toxins and our Reproductive Health

Studies have shown that Hormone-disrupting phthalates may be harmful to women’s reproductive systems.’

Lora Shahine, MD 9/9/21 Lora Shahine, MD 9/9/21

Grief is a Complex Emotion

The healing process following a miscarriage isn't linear and looks different for every woman. Grief is a complex emotion with various expressions and can be more challenging to reconcile with for some.

Lora Shahine, MD 9/9/21 Lora Shahine, MD 9/9/21

The documentary ‘Don’t Talk About the Baby’ (Copy)

September is PCOS Awareness Month, and while each year there are social media campaigns and efforts to increase awareness for this common hormonal disorder, it still often goes undiagnosed.

Lora Shahine, MD 7/7/21 Lora Shahine, MD 7/7/21

Self Care is Essential in Your Family Building Journey (not selfish)

Self care is essential in your family building journey (not selfish).

Lora Shahine, MD 6/5/21 Lora Shahine, MD 6/5/21

Lifestyle Optimization for Improving Fertility

There is no one diet, perfect exercise routine, secret supplement to make people fertile but everyday choices that improve our overall health also improves our fertility.

Lora Shahine, MD 3/20/21 Lora Shahine, MD 3/20/21

My Career in Medicine

I Knew From a Young Age I Wanted To Help People in the Medical Field (Fertility Doctor)

Lora Shahine, MD 10/4/20 Lora Shahine, MD 10/4/20

Understanding Miscarriage and Recurrent Pregnancy Loss

In honor of October's Infant and Pregnancy Loss Awareness Month. Learn how common miscarriage is, evaluation recommendations, and ways to find a support network.

Lora Shahine, MD 9/6/20 Lora Shahine, MD 9/6/20

Talking Toxins

“We should really rethink these chemicals because we haven’t studied them in humans. So how do we know that they’re safe?”

Lora Shahine, MD 9/4/20 Lora Shahine, MD 9/4/20

Tear Gas and Reproductive Health

Social media has been buzzing with people reporting irregular menstrual cycles after exposure to chemicals used for crowd control at protests (often called tear gas)

Lora Shahine, MD 3/13/20 Lora Shahine, MD 3/13/20

Fertility in the Midst of the Coronavirus Outbreak

Pregnant women can often be more susceptible to viruses like the flu so are urged to follow the guidelines for social distancing and good hygiene like frequent hand washing.

Lora Shahine, MD 2/8/20 Lora Shahine, MD 2/8/20

Doctors are Flocking to TikTok

M.D.s and D.Os. are taking to the newish platform to teach users about specific mental and physical health conditions.

Lora Shahine, MD 11/29/19 Lora Shahine, MD 11/29/19

The Role of Physicians on TikTok.

I see my use of the platform as a creative way to educate and break down barriers between physicians and patients. I recognize that many physician colleagues are critical of TikTok and social media for physicians but I'm enjoying educating in a unique way.