What Men Need to Know about Sperm Health, IVF & Miscarriage with Professor Jonathan Ramsay
What if male fertility is telling us more about a man’s health than we realize?
In this episode, Dr. Lorne Brown sits down with consultant urologist Jonathan Ramsay to explore the often-overlooked role of sperm health in conception, miscarriage, IVF outcomes, and men’s long-term wellbeing. They discuss why a standard semen analysis may not tell the whole story and how sperm DNA fragmentation can affect fertility—even when conventional test results appear “normal.”
Jonathan explains how oxidative stress, environmental toxins, smoking, alcohol, heat exposure, weight, varicocele, aging, and metabolic health can all influence sperm quality. They also explore the important connection between male fertility and broader health concerns, including cardiovascular and metabolic disease.
The conversation offers practical, evidence-informed strategies for improving sperm health, including why couples may need to think several months ahead when preparing for conception and how lifestyle changes can complement fertility treatments such as IVF.
Whether you are trying to conceive naturally, preparing for IVF, or simply interested in understanding the connection between fertility and men’s health, this episode offers valuable insights into why sperm health deserves far more attention.
