In this webinar, we'll explore the personal stories of cystic fibrosis carriers and discuss the critical impact of genetic screening. Find out why genetic screenings are so important, and hear from a cystic fibrosis carrier as she shares her story about what her next steps are for starting a family. Dr. Bat-Sheva Lerner Maslow, a Reproductive Endocrinologist, will provide valuable insights on genetic testing and its reproductive implications. Additionally, Dr. Nicole Feigenblum, an OBGYN Resident, will share her and her husband's unique journey as double CF carriers, highlighting the challenges and decisions faced during family planning. This webinar is co-sponsored by Vertex.

Dr. Bat-Sheva Lerner Maslow - Reproductive Endocrinologist
Dr. Bat-Sheva Maslow is a double board certified Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility specialist practicing in New Jersey.
Dr. Maslow has a passion for fertility education and a special interest in proactive fertility preservation for single women. She prides herself on providing complete, compassionate, and evidenced-based care to women and couples on their road to building a family. Dr. Maslow also lectures and writes on the intersection of Jewish life and reproduction, and is frequently called upon as an adviser for questions related to hilkhot niddah.

Dr. Nicole Feigenblum - OBGYN Resident, Cystic Fibrosis Carrier
Dr. Nicole Feigenblum is a second-year Obstetrics and Gynecology resident at Hackensack University Medical Center with a keen interest in Maternal Fetal Medicine. She previously served as the co-chair of the Jewish Orthodox Women's Medical Association's (JOWMA) Women's Health Committee, where she dedicated herself to community education. As a cystic fibrosis carrier, Dr. Feigenblum is a passionate advocate for early carrier screening for all, recognizing its vital importance in proactive healthcare.

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