Choosing a clinic and reproductive gynecologist for in vitro fertilization (IVF) is an important factor that can greatly influence both your chances of success and your overall experience throughout the process.
When selecting a clinic and reproductive gynecologist, there are several criteria that should guide your search. Below, we provide a list of these criteria along with important related information about our team (Southeastern Fertility Solutions) and the Υγεία IVF Embryogenesis clinic we collaborate with.
1. Success Rates
The success rates of a clinic are perhaps the most important criterion. Specifically, pregnancy rates as well as live birth rates by age group.
2. Expertise and Experience of the Medical Staff
The experience and specialization of the medical team play a crucial role in the success of the treatment. A clinic with experienced and well-trained staff can offer a high level of care.
3. Offered Treatments and Technologies
It is important that the clinic you choose offers, in addition to the classic IVF technique, all modern and effective treatment methods. Some key examples include:
- ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) for cases of male infertility.
- PGT-M, PGT-A & PGT-SR: Preimplantation Genetic Testing for genetic and chromosomal abnormalities or aneuploidies.
- Time-Lapse system for continuous monitoring of embryos from fertilization to embryo transfer, ensuring all necessary information on embryo morphology and facilitating the selection of the most suitable embryos for uterine placement.
4. Personalized Care and Support
The IVF process can cause stress at any stage, so it is important that you feel your clinic’s team offers personalized care and support, ensuring you never feel alone or overwhelmed. For example, psychological support by specialists should be available, the doctor and team should be accessible to answer all your questions, and they should share detailed information about the treatment plan tailored to your needs and medical history.
5. Transparency and Communication
A good team should be transparent and provide all necessary information clearly. It is important that you feel comfortable and confident communicating at any time with the team and doctor, as this greatly reduces the anxiety associated with the process.
Choosing a clinic and reproductive gynecologist may seem like a difficult decision once you decide to explore IVF. However, with the right information regarding the criteria to guide your search, this difficulty is significantly reduced. Moreover, you always have the option to contact us directly with any questions.
About Us
The team at Υγεία IVF Embryogenesis has helped bring over 70,000 babies into the world, offering modern available scientific techniques and methods.
Our advanced embryology laboratory includes state-of-the-art equipment now found only in major Assisted Reproduction Units. These include: microinjection and laser biopsy microscopes for preimplantation diagnosis, monitoring, tracking and artificial intelligence systems, time-lapse technology for continuous embryo monitoring, air filtration systems used to purify the air for embryo development prior to transfer, as well as modern freezing and storage systems for genetic material.
The unit’s connection with the Mitera Hospital, part of the Υγεία Group and the Hellenic Healthcare Group—the largest private healthcare provider in Greece—ensures safety in managing the procedure and access to specialists from various disciplines, if complex cases require specialized knowledge.
Dr. Ioannis Zervomanolakis, a specialized reproductive gynecologist and the lead physician of the Southeastern Fertility Solutions team, is a founding member of Υγεία IVF Embryogenesis. He holds a PhD specialization in Reproductive Medicine from the University of Bonn, with prior experience in major university clinics in Germany and Austria, and over 25 years of experience treating a broad spectrum of patients from Greece and across Europe.