BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Shady Grove Fertility - ECPv6.15.15//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Shady Grove Fertility X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.shadygrovefertility.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Shady Grove Fertility REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T213000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182811 CREATED:20000916T163800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T202540Z UID:10000431-1776196800-1776202200@www.shadygrovefertility.com SUMMARY:Donor Recipient Support Group (MD\, DC\, VA\, PA patients) DESCRIPTION:**For Maryland\, Virginia\, Pennsylvania and D.C. area patients** \nMaking the decision to move forward with egg and/or sperm or embryo donation can be a medical\, legal\, and emotional shift for all prospective recipients. \nThis virtual donor recipient support group provides support for individuals and couples who are at a turning point in treatment as no longer able to have a genetic connection to a child. They may be at various stages of treatment such as those contemplating the choice\, embarking on and undergoing treatment to conceive as well as for patients who become parents through such means. The processing of the thoughts and feelings about the use of donated gametes can be very helpful as one prepares to move forward with this option\, as well as having support from others who are having a similar experience. It can also be important to the long-term health and well being of the child (conceived) by donated gametes. More specifically\, the group affords recipients benefit from exploring any concerns and expressing their feelings about having a child with someone else’s genetic material as well as to discuss when\, how\, what\, to whom\, and if to disclose to offspring. \nThe group is FREE for all participants. \nRegistration is required at least 48 hours before the group event. You must be a current SGF patient and provide the office you go to and your doctors name.  An email will be sent to you with a consent form that must be filled before you can attend the virtual group. When you fill out the consent and return it to the group leader via email\, you will then receive an invitation with a link to Zoom video meeting. Please note that the group may be canceled if there are too few people registered. The group leader will contact you by phone or email if the group will not be held as scheduled. \nFor more information\, please email Dr. Laura Covington. URL:https://www.shadygrovefertility.com/event/virtual-donor-recipient-support-group-md-dc-va-pa-patients/2026-04-14/ CATEGORIES:Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shadygrovefertility.com/wp-content/uploads/2000/09/SGF_Seminar-Emails_600x350_560-x-370_2025.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T200000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182811 CREATED:20250603T155847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T233716Z UID:10000558-1776279600-1776283200@www.shadygrovefertility.com SUMMARY:Infertility Support Group (DE) DESCRIPTION:Join a compassionate\, judgment-free space designed for women facing the difficulties of infertility. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis group provides a chance to connect with others who truly understand the journey. Share experiences\, gain support\, and learn practical ways to manage the emotional\, physical\, and relational stress that infertility can bring. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe group is free to attend and meets virtually on the third Wednesday of each month at 7 PM. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFacilitated by Malina Spirito\, Psy.D.\, M.Ed.\, PMH-C \n\n\n\nRSVP is required to participate. \n\n\n\nPlease email Malina for more information: MSpirito@ChristianaCare.org URL:https://www.shadygrovefertility.com/event/infertility-support-group-de/2026-04-15/ CATEGORIES:Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shadygrovefertility.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Donor-Recipient-Support-Group_560x370.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T183000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182811 CREATED:20220331T125439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T200557Z UID:10000482-1776790800-1776796200@www.shadygrovefertility.com SUMMARY:Pregnancy Loss Support Group (PA\, MD\, VA\, and WV) DESCRIPTION:*For Pennsylvania\, Maryland\, Virginia\, and West Virginia patients only* \n\n\n\nIt is often difficult for people to understand how profound the loss of a pregnancy can be for a woman or couple\, especially if you have been trying hard to conceive. To experience the elation of learning you are pregnant\, only to feel the despair of discovering you have lost that pregnancy\, is a multifaceted loss. It is the loss of a baby\, a part of yourself\, your health\, control\, innocence\, potential\, relationships with others\, the future\, and on and on. \n\n\n\nA pregnancy loss is challenging enough to experience under the best of circumstances\, with the most support and understanding. However\, during the pandemic it has been much harder due to social isolation and distancing from family\, friends as well as medical caregivers. This virtual support group is being offered for those grieving the loss of a very much wanted baby in these stressful times and is also designed to help with the increased anxiety with trying to conceive and being pregnant again after pregnancy loss. Members are invited to stay in the group all the way through their next pregnancy. \n\n\n\nThe group is FREE for all participants. \n\n\n\nRegistration is required at least 48 hours before the group event. You must be a current SGF patient and provide the office you go to and your doctors name. An email will be sent to you with a consent form that must be filled before you can attend the virtual group. When you fill out the consent and return it to the group leader via email\, you will then receive an invitation with a link to a HIPAA compliant Zoom meeting. Please note that the group may be canceled if there are too few people registered. The group leader will contact you by phone or email if the group will not be held as scheduled. \n\n\n\nFor more information or to sign up\, please email Mia Joelsson. URL:https://www.shadygrovefertility.com/event/virtual-miscarriage-support-group-mia-joelsson/2026-04-21/ CATEGORIES:Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shadygrovefertility.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Miscarriage-Support-Group_560x370.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182811 CREATED:20251010T141414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T141427Z UID:10000583-1776794400-1776799800@www.shadygrovefertility.com SUMMARY:Richmond\, VA | In-Person Fertility Seminar DESCRIPTION:If you’re thinking about your fertility options\, our free in-person event at SGF’s Richmond – Henrico office is the perfect opportunity to learn\, ask questions\, and take the first step with confidence. Led by Dr. Anish Shah\, this interactive session will cover the basics of infertility\, treatment options\, and what to expect on your journey. \n\n\n\nWhat you’ll gain from this event:\n\n\n\n✔️ Key insights into fertility health and when to seek expert guidance \n\n\n\n✔️ A step-by-step look at your first consultation – what to expect and how to prepare \n\n\n\n✔️ An overview of SGF’s initial fertility work-up\, including four essential tests \n\n\n\n✔️ Personalized treatment options\, including LGBTQIA+ family-building paths \n\n\n\n✔️ Exclusive financial programs\, like our Shared Risk 100% Refund Program \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nExclusive Bonus: Attendees will receive a complimentary physician consultation*\, which can be scheduled during the event. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSeats are limited—secure yours today and take the first step toward growing your family with confidence. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*Exclusions may apply for current SGF patients. Free consultation available for seminar attendees. If patient has insurance coverage for consultation\, insurance will be billed. Any out-of-pocket or co-pay expenses for consult will be waived. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Medical contribution by Anish A. Shah\, M.D.\, MHS\n\n Anish Shah\, M.D.\, MHS\, is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and reproductive endocrinology and infertility. Dr. Shah sees SGF patients at our Stony Point and Henrico locations in Richmond\, VA. URL:https://www.shadygrovefertility.com/event/richmond-va-fertility-seminar-apr/ CATEGORIES:Seminar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shadygrovefertility.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Fertility-Seminar_WP-Richmond_600X350.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182811 CREATED:20240227T155403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T161842Z UID:10000370-1776859200-1776862800@www.shadygrovefertility.com SUMMARY:Fertility Health 101 + Q&A | NIAW Fertility Event Series DESCRIPTION:For many couples\, it takes longer to conceive than they expected and they aren’t sure what their next step should be and when to take it. The reality is 1 in 6 people experience infertility and may need help conceiving.Join Erika Johnston-MacAnanny\, M.D. for our live webinar event. Dr. Johnston-MacAnanny will review who should see a fertility specialist and the best timing for that first consultation. She will discuss what to expect during the initial physician consult\, the 4 simple tests used to diagnose infertility\, and exclusive SGF financial programs.Following the presentation\, Dr. Johnston-MacAnanny will host a live question and answer session with viewers. \n\n\n\nCan’t attend? Register anyway! We’ll email you a link to view the recorded event + Q&A. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Medical contribution by Erika B. Johnston-MacAnanny\, M.D. \n\n Erika Johnston-MacAnanny\, M.D.\, FACOG\, is board certified in both obstetrics and gynecology and reproductive endocrinology and infertility. Dr. Johnston-MacAnanny sees SGF patients in the Richmond – Stony Point and Richmond – Henrico Doctors’ – Forest locations. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat is National Infertility Awareness Week® (NIAW)?\n\n\n\n\nNIAW is a yearly initiative founded by RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association to encourage people to act as their own infertility advocates and to educate legislators and the public about the impact of infertility.\n\n\n\nVisit our events calendar to check out all special events for NIAW – happening April 19 through April 25 \n\n\n\nShady Grove Fertility is a proud partner of RESOLVE and dedicated to supporting patients coping with infertility URL:https://www.shadygrovefertility.com/event/fertility-webinar-niaw-fertility-event/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shadygrovefertility.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/NIAW_Fertility_550x300.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182811 CREATED:20240227T160238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T163633Z UID:10000301-1776945600-1776949200@www.shadygrovefertility.com SUMMARY:IVF Webinar + Q&A | NIAW Fertility Event Series DESCRIPTION:In vitro fertilization (IVF) is the most successful fertility treatment you can pursue using your own eggs and sperm (or donor specimen). For many\, IVF treatment can offer the highest chances of success\, with a nearly 50 percent live birth rate for women under the age of 35. \n\n\n\nSGF is among the premier IVF centers in the country\, and Dr. Kara Nguyen\, will shed more light on the advanced treatment during the IVF webinar followed by a live Q&A to answer your most pressing questions. \n\n\n\nThree key things you’ll learn when you register for our free IVF webinar:  \n\n\n\n\nCommon myths about IVF​\n\n\n\nThe steps involved in an IVF cycle\n\n\n\nHow to afford IVF treatment with SGF’s exclusive financial programs\, including Shared Risk 100% Refund for IVF treatment\n\n\n\n\nCan’t attend? Register anyway! We will send you a link to the recorded event. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Medical contribution by Kara Khanh-Ha D. Nguyen\, M.D.\, MPH\n\n Kara Nguyen\, MD\, MPH\, FACMG\, FACOG\, is board certified in obstetrics & gynecology\, reproductive endocrinology and infertility\, and medical genetics. Her professional areas of expertise include oncofertility\, preimplantation genetic diagnosis\, polycystic ovary syndrome\, in vitro fertilization\, donor egg\, donor embryo\, and fertility preservation. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat is National Infertility Awareness Week® (NIAW)?\n\n\n\n\nNIAW is a yearly initiative founded by RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association to encourage people to act as their own infertility advocates and to educate legislators and the public about the impact of infertility.\n\n\n\nVisit our events calendar to check out all special events for NIAW – happening April 19 through April 25 \n\n\n\nShady Grove Fertility is a proud partner of RESOLVE and dedicated to supporting patients coping with infertility URL:https://www.shadygrovefertility.com/event/ivf-webinar-niaw-fertility-event/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shadygrovefertility.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/NIAW_IVF_550x300.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182811 CREATED:20240227T161116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T163634Z UID:10000294-1777032000-1777035600@www.shadygrovefertility.com SUMMARY:Egg Freezing Webinar + Q&A | NIAW Fertility Event Series DESCRIPTION:Age is the single most important factor in a woman’s ability to conceive\, and egg freezing treatment can help preserve your current fertility for future family-building options. Whether the reason for freezing your eggs is because you’re currently focused on your career\, education\, treating a medical condition\, or simply waiting until the time is right\, egg freezing offers you time and options. \n\n\n\nDuring the Egg Freezing webinar\, fertility specialist\, Dr. Shelley Dolitsky\, sheds light on how\, why\, and when women choose to freeze their eggs\, followed by a live Q&A session. \n\n\n\nCan’t attend? Register anyway! We will send you a link to the recorded event. \n\n\n\nFour key things you’ll learn when you register for our free egg freezing webinar:\n\n\n\n\nExplore Shady Grove Fertility’s Egg Freezing Program\n\n\n\nHow to determine if egg freezing is right for you\n\n\n\nWhat to expect during the egg freezing process\n\n\n\nSuccess rates associated with egg freezing\, and the unique Shady Grove Fertility financial programs\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Medical contribution by Shelley Dolitsky\, M.D.\n\n Shelley Dolitsky\, M.D. is a compassionate and highly skilled fertility specialist who blends cutting-edge science with a patient-centered approach.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat is National Infertility Awareness Week® (NIAW)?\n\n\n\n\nNIAW is a yearly initiative founded by RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association to encourage people to act as their own infertility advocates and to educate legislators and the public about the impact of infertility.\n\n\n\nVisit our events calendar to check out all special events for NIAW – happening April 19 through April 25 \n\n\n\nShady Grove Fertility is a proud partner of RESOLVE and dedicated to supporting patients coping with infertility URL:https://www.shadygrovefertility.com/event/niaw-egg-freezing-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shadygrovefertility.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/NIAW_EF_550x300.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T210000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182811 CREATED:20000916T164900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T191411Z UID:10000442-1777404600-1777410000@www.shadygrovefertility.com SUMMARY:Virtual Queer Family Building Group (MD\, DC\, VA\, PA patients) DESCRIPTION:*For Maryland\, D.C.\, Virginia and Pennsylvania patients* \n\n\n\nThis virtual support group provides you the opportunity to meet and connect with other LGBTQIA+ couples and individuals who are also going through fertility treatment as a way to grow a family. \n\n\n\n\nIdentify and practice coping skills\n\n\n\nShare new information\n\n\n\nUnderstand about the unique losses\n\n\n\nImprove communication\n\n\n\nProvide support\n\n\n\nLearn that there is strength in numbers\n\n\n\n\nThe group is FREE for all participants. \n\n\n\nRegistration is required at least 48 hours before the group event. You must be a current SGF patient and provide the office you go to and your doctors name. An email will be sent to you with a consent form that must be filled before you can attend the virtual group. When you fill out the consent and return it to the group leader via email\, you will then receive an invitation with a link to a Zoom video meeting. Please note that the group may be canceled if there are too few people registered. The group leader will contact you by phone or email if the group will not be held as scheduled. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, please email Dr. Laura Covington. URL:https://www.shadygrovefertility.com/event/virtual-lgbtqia-donor-conception-group-md-dc-va-pa-patients/2026-04-28/ CATEGORIES:Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shadygrovefertility.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/LGBTQ-Support-Group_560x370-2.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR