EPISODE · Jul 31, 2025 · 14 MIN
The Three Person Embryo: Science, Ethics & the FDA Ban
from The Egg Factor · host Center For Human Reproduction
In this episode of The Egg Factor, Dr. Norbert Gleicher, Dr. David Barad, and Dr. David Albertini unpack one of the most controversial topics in reproductive medicine today: Three-Person IVF—also known as mitochondrial replacement therapy.Together, they break down:- What “three-parent embryos” actually are- The science behind mitochondrial transfer- Why this technique is currently banned by the FDA- And the serious ethical and biological concerns it raisesWhile headlines might portray it as a breakthrough, CHR’s team sees it differently. Tune in for a grounded, science-based conversation about why this experimental method isn't the solution it's being marketed to be—and what real innovation in fertility care should look like.Brought to you by the Center for Human Reproduction (CHR) on the Upper East Side of New York City. With over 40 years of experience and a history of innovation, CHR has been at the forefront of fertility care since the beginning. Our founder, Dr. Norbert Gleicher, reported the first successful transvaginal egg retrieval in human history, helping to shape the future of IVF as we know it today. CHR is known for tackling some of the most challenging fertility cases—especially women over 40 and those with diminished ovarian reserve—by offering highly individualized, evidence-based care when others often turn patients away.Our team has published more than 450 peer-reviewed research papers advancing reproductive medicine, reflecting our deep commitment not only to patient care but to the science that drives better outcomes.At CHR, you're never just a number. You're part of a community focused on giving you the personalized support, science, and hope you deserve.Website: www.thechr.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chrnewyork Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrnewyork/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/centerforhumanreproduction/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/CenterforHumanReproduction/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chrnewyork
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In this episode of The Egg Factor, Dr. Norbert Gleicher, Dr. David Barad, and Dr. David Albertini unpack one of the most controversial topics in reproductive medicine today: Three-Person IVF—also known as mitochondrial replacement therapy. Together, they break down: - What “three-parent embryos” actually are - The science behind mitochondrial transfer - Why this technique is currently banned by the FDA - And the serious ethical and biological concerns it raises While headlines might portra...
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