Now, infertility specialists in Canada are refusing to treat women with a BMI over 35, in order to protect the health of mom and baby.
Doctors say it isn't safe for a woman to undergo IVF and to endure pregnancy is she is obese. There are too many risks and complications that can occur, putting the patient and her baby's life at risk.
Not only is it difficult for an obese patient, it is also hard for her physician; because no doctor wants to knowingly put their patient in danger.
Dr. Arthur Leader, co-founder of Ottawa Fertility Center has had this policy in effect at his practice for 6 years now.
He said, "“The doctor’s first responsibility is always to do no harm, and in this circumstance, what we’re discriminating is based on medical fact.”
To learn more, read the full article: Should Obese Women be Denied Infertility Treatments?
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