Let's Combinate - Pharma + Medical Devices with Subhi Saadeh29 Jan 2025

173 - Shelley Amster on 45 Years Trailblazing: IUD’s, Breaking Barriers in IVF & Women's

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In this episode of Let's Combinate, host Subhi Saadeh interviews Shelley Amster, a trailblazer in reproductive health with over 45 years of experience.

Shelley shares her journey from being one of the first IVF lab directors in the U.S. to her role as an advisor at 3Daughters. They discuss the early days of IVF, overcoming career-related insecurities, and the challenges and advancements in fertility treatments. Shelley also talks about her experience in managing technical conferences and offers advice for early-career professionals. The conversation covers innovative technologies in women's health, particularly in IUD development and surgical advancements.00:00 Welcome to Let's Combinate00:13 Pioneering in Reproductive Health00:42 Early Challenges and Opportunities02:10 Breaking Barriers in IVF04:52 Career Reflections and Lessons06:40 Conference Planning Insights13:37 Overcoming Shyness and Networking19:11 Retirement and Career Advice26:21 Innovations in Women's Health30:26 Future Technologies and Closing ThoughtsShelley Amster is a trailblazer in reproductive medicine with over 45 years of experience, including being one of the first IVF lab directors in the United States. Currently an advisor at Three Daughters, she has dedicated her career to advancing fertility treatments, IUD development, and surgical innovations in women’s health. Shelley is also a seasoned conference organizer and mentor, sharing invaluable insights with early-career professionals in the field.Subhi Saadeh is a Quality Professional and host of Let's Combinate. With a background in Quality, Manufacturing Operations and R&D he's worked in Large Medical Device/Pharma organizations to support the development and launch of Hardware Devices, Disposable Devices, and Combination Products for Vaccines, Generics, and Biologics. Subhi serves currently as the International Committee Chair for the Combination Products Coalition(CPC) and as a member of ASTM Committee E55 and also served as a committee member on AAMI's Combination Products Committee.For questions, inquiries or suggestions please reach out at letscombinate.com or on the show's LinkedIn Page.

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