HRC Fertility Physician Dr. Lisa Becht Sheds Light on Fertility Awareness

In a recent interview with Contemporary OB/GYN, Dr. Lisa Becht, a double board-certified fertility specialist at HRC Fertility Newport Beach and Mission Viejo , shed light on the importance of fertility awareness—especially surrounding anti-müllerian hormone (AMH) testing. Despite being a valuable tool to assess a woman’s ovarian reserve, a recent survey revealed that 63% of adults have never heard of AMH.

Dr. Becht emphasized how greater access to AMH testing in the last decade can empower women to make informed reproductive choices, such as considering egg freezing. With 70% of survey respondents showing interest in fertility education.

There are major gaps in knowledge around fertility insurance coverage. Many individuals are unaware that their employer’s health plan might include benefits for fertility services. As more states, including California, expand fertility mandates, Dr. Becht encourages patients to explore their options through their HR departments.

Dr. Becht further highlighted the power of education—through social media, community outreach, and patient advocacy—to normalize fertility discussions. She also stressed the emotional toll fertility struggles can bring, advocating for strong emotional support systems throughout the journey.

For a deeper look at the survey insights and Dr. Becht’s full interview, read the full article here.