IVF Program
Congratulations to David Heinkel, our Lab Director and his team on our recent accreditation into the College of American Pathologists. Becoming CAP Certified is a huge accomplishment based on over 2 years of records and quality control procedures. During the CAP inspection, the staff’s qualifications, the lab equipment, facilities, safety program and the overall management of the laboratory are inspected. This stringent inspection program is designed to specifically ensure the highest standard of care for the laboratory’s patients.
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and Embryo Transfer (ET) Treatments
When you're trying to have a baby and you haven't been successful, nothing seems more difficult or frustrating - OR more important.
At Fertility C.A.R.E. we understand the anxiety and disappointment you face with this reproductive challenge.
Fortunately, we can give you hope with the most comprehensive on-site In-vitro Fertilization (IVF) program which includes standard IVF, egg donation cycles, frozen embryo replacement as well as donor embryo replacement. We provide state of the art technology in a personalized and caring environment.
Advanced reproductive treatments with Dr. Trolice have success rates that are consistently above the national average for achieving a pregnancy. And we think you'll find our sensitive and compassionate medical staff will be supportive and understanding of your specific needs throughout the treatment process.
"If you are looking for a fertility doctor who is gentle, knowledgeable and kind, you'll find it in Dr. Trolice. My husband and I tried for many years to conceive on our own.
When we met Dr. Trolice we were frustrated and desperate. Dr. Trolice gave us hope as he calmly went over all of our options. Every encounter with Dr. Trolice and his staff was kind and professional. Infertility is such a personal issue and Dr. Trolice never treated us like a number.
Thanks to Dr. Trolice and his team we now have two healthy boys."
--Fertility C.A.R.E. patient
About the IVF procedure
The process begins with the selection of a treatment plan, by the physician, that addresses the unique fertility issues of each couple. The treatment plan is then reviewed, one-on-one, with the IVF Nurse Coordinator insuring that all of the couples' questions and concerns are addressed. Injection training and further education is also offered on an individual basis to allow for a more personalized experience.
Both the male and female partner will be required to come to the office several times for tests and procedures during the treatment cycle.
Many different medications are taken during a treatment cycle to assist or enhance the body's normal reproductive process. We will establish a schedule to show you which drugs to take and when to take them. You will also learn how to administer these medications yourself.
When the woman's follicles have reached an appropriate stage of development, the eggs will be retrieved using an ultrasound-guided aspiration needle. Once eggs are retrieved and the male partner collects his sperm, the laboratory personnel will perform either natural insemination or Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) to fertilize the eggs. ICSI is recommended when there is a significant concern over the sperm's fertilization potential. For more information Read Severe Male Factor: Alternative to Donor Sperm article on ICSI.
Did You Know: In general, a treatment cycle takes approximately four weeks.
After a discussion with the physician, an appropriate number of fertilized eggs (embryos) will be transferred to the uterus to optimize the pregnancy of a single healthy child. A pregnancy test will be conducted about two weeks after egg retrieval to determine if an embryo has implanted and is developing.
Watch this video clip of the first stage of an early embryo undergoing cell division following successful fertilization.
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At Fertility C.A.R.E. we recognize that the process of IVF can at times be complicated and stressful. To address this issue there is an IVF Nurse available 24 hours a day to answer questions, guide you through the process, and provide emotional support. We also offer the services of a Reproductive Health Psychologist to help couples determine their best coping strategies for successfully navigating the IVF process.
Success of the In Vitro Fertilization Program at Fertility C.A.R.E. is due not only to our technological excellence but also because of our highly personalized approach to patient care.
Fertility C.A.R.E. is committed to each couple's success by providing individualized and supportive care along the way. We consider each couple part of our family as we attempt to help them create their own.
The process and procedures related to assisted reproduction technologies can be confusing! Please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions you have about procedures, insurance coverage or any aspect of our program.