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Peter VanDeerlin, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.

Dr. Peter Van Deerlin completed his residency at Washington University Medical Center and his Fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology at the University of Pennsylvania Medical Center. He is Board Certified in Obstetrics/Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology/Infertility. Dr. Van Deerlin joined South Jersey Fertility Center in 1997 and has earned the respect and trust of his patients through a career marked by commitment to individualized patient care.�

Articles by this Author

Fibroids Eliminated without Hysterectomy

Fibroids are benign uterine muscle tumors present in up to 20% of reproductive age women. They are a common cause of heavy, painful periods. They can also dramatically increase the risk for miscarriage and diminish fertility.

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Can a Woman Have a Baby Even After Her Tubes Have Been Tied?

Tubal ligation is the most commonly used method of contraception for women over age 30. It is also known as “permanent sterilization.” In women the procedure is called tubal ligation and in men it is called vasectomy. These procedures are known in lay terms as “tying your tubes.” Couples choose to undergo one of these procedures when they no longer desire fertility, yet want to avoid the need for contraception methods which must be used continuously or at least vigilantly. In women the procedure involves obstructing the mid-portion of the fallopian tube, which is the duct through which the egg must travel to reach the uterus.

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Could Pelvic Endometriosis Be the Cause of Your Infertility?

Much about endometriosis is controversial. However, the results of some large clinical trials have helped answer many of the questions that confront patients and clinicians. Endometriosis is a female medical condition where endometrial tissue is found growing in areas outside of the uterus (usually in the pelvis).

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Irregular Periods? It Might Be Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormonal disorder in women, affecting 5-10% of the female population. It is characterized by irregular menstrual periods and infertility due to a lack of ovulation (release of an egg), and by signs of excess male hormones overproduced by the ovaries.

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How to Conceive a Pregnancy

Fortunately for most of us, conceiving a child is as simple as what was taught to us in sex education class. Potential parents don’t have to consciously think about the microscopic interactions necessary between sperm and egg in order to make a baby.

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Could Pelvic Endometriosis Be the Cause of Your Infertility?

Much about endometriosis is controversial. However, the results of some large clinical trials have helped answer many of the questions that confront patients and clinicians.