Andrology SIG
The Andrology SIG has been an active participant at the annual CFAS meetings since its inception in 2008. The aim of the Andrology SIG is to promote the field of Andrology and disseminate the latest advances in this area to Canadian clinicians, scientists and allied professionals working in reproductive biology. The Andrology SIG also acts as a resource for Canadian health care professionals and promotes the exchange of ideas and information in this field. At the last three annual CFAS meetings, the Andrology and ART laboratory SIGs have held joint sessions at the ART Professionals day in order to enhance the educational experience and increase the profile of these two SIGs. Once again, the Andrology and ART laboratory SIGs will hold a joint session at the ART Professionals day at the upcoming CFAS meeting in Toronto (September 2016).
Membership Benefits
Joining the Andrology SIG gives you the opportunity to:
- Influence the direction of your profession in Canada
- Network with other Andrologists from across Canada
- Remain updated on the latest advances in Andrology
Dr. Francis Petrella MD, FRCSC
Chair
Dr. Francis Petrella obtained his surgical training from McGill University, where he later joined the Urology Department and served as its external Chief Resident. Following his urology surgical training, Dr. Petrella pursued advanced specialization. He completed an Andrology and Infertility fellowship at the University of Miami and fulfilled world-renowned microsurgical training at Cornell University.
He specializes in Erectile Dysfunction, Peyronie’s Disease, Hormone Replacement Therapy, Male Fertility and Vasectomy Reversals. While specializing in these areas, Dr. Petrella maintains a strong foundation in general urology, ensuring comprehensive care for his patients.
He is recognized for his leadership, teaching, and research accomplishments at McGill University. Throughout his career, Dr. Petrella has authored numerous publications, textbook chapters, and articles, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in his field. His recent work focuses on shockwave therapy, testosterone replacement, and the optimization of vasectomy reversals.
Dr. Ming Cao BSc, MSc, PhD
Executive Member
Mingju Cao, Ph.D. is the Research Director and Acting Internal Auditor at OriginElle Fertility Clinic & Women’s Health Centre in Montreal. A CFAS-certified andrologist, he brings extensive hands-on experience in semen analysis, sperm preparation (IUI, IVF, ICSI), and cryopreservation within ART laboratories. He is committed to enhancing patient care through rigorous laboratory quality management, SOP development, and staff training.
Dr. Cao earned his Ph.D. in Veterinary Medicine with a focus on Reproductive Biology from the University of Montreal, and holds an M.Sc. in Animal Physiology and Biochemistry from Henan Agricultural University, China. His postdoctoral research spans endocrinology at McGill University, PCOS in animal models in Dr. Benjamin Tsang’s lab at the University of Ottawa, fetal neuroinflammation at Ste-Justine Hospital, and sperm aging in Dr. Bernard Robaire’s lab at McGill University.
His research interests include folliculogenesis, ovarian gene regulation, sperm DNA methylation, and male fertility and aging. At OriginElle, he leads both basic and clinical research initiatives. Dr. Cao has authored over 40 peer-reviewed publications, presented at more than 30 national and international conferences, and contributed to three books or book chapters.
Dr. Sergey I. Moskovtsev MD, PhD
Past-Chair
Dr. Sergey I. Moskovtsev received his MD specializing in Urology and Reproductive Medicine from the Kursk State Medical University in Russia. After completing extensive research he obtained PhD degree and completed postdoctoral fellowships in the United States at the Department of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biophysics, University of Minnesota and at the Division of Andrology, Department of Urology, University of Utah, in Salt Lake City.
In Canada, Dr. Moskovtsev completed a three year Research Fellowship at the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto with both clinical and research responsibilities. He is an active member of the Canadian Fertility and Andrology Society (CFAS) where he currently serves on the board of the Executive committee of the ART Laboratories Special Interest Group. He is involved in intensive research collaboration with several medical institutions across North America and continues with his privileges as Affiliated Scientist at the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital. His research has resulted in a number of peer reviewed papers, a book chapter, presentations at the national and international meetings. He received a travel award from the Canadian Institute of Health Research (2004) and the best clinical paper award at CFAS Meeting (2008).
As CReATe’s Director of Andrology, Dr. Moskovtsev brings seventeen years of experience in both clinical reproductive medicine and research to our team. His range of work and perspective provides a unique opportunity to extend both patient-centered clinical services, benefit to the progress of ART science, and patient research activities at CReATe Fertility Centre.