Ella McNamara assists Australian intended parents seeking surrogacy in the U.S.
In Australia, IVF is government-funded and readily available, but surrogacy and egg donation are uncommon. Surrogates and egg donors are legally prohibited from receiving compensation, and altruistic surrogacy is only legal for heterosexual couples. For most people who need a gestational carrier to have a baby,
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Making baby number two through frozen embryo transfer
After a long struggle with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and male factor infertility, Brianne and Will Luckman finally had their first child with help from our Las Vegas fertility center. Their successful IVF cycle resulted in the birth of their son, Owen, in 2016. But the couple always dreamed of having a large family,
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Fertility legislation – Making a difference on Advocacy Day
The Fertility Center of Las Vegas is committed to improving the lives of men and women who are struggling with infertility. As part of this commitment, some of our reproductive endocrinologists participate in RESOLVE Advocacy Day – and this year they are excited to announce a new proposal for life-changing fertility legislation.
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Forest Garner leads our world-renowned IVF research program
One reason why so many people from all over the world travel to our leading US fertility center is our reputation as a leader in groundbreaking IVF research. They may never meet Forest Garner, director of research, but they will likely benefit from his work. The research he does in conjunction with the FCLV physicians makes fertility treatment more effective and efficient for every patient in our care.
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Dr. Shapiro to lecture on IVF research topics
As a well-known innovator in IVF research, our own Nevada IVF specialist, Bruce Shapiro, MD, PhD, is often invited to share his expertise at medical conferences and events. This summer, hundreds of physicians, nurses, scientists and reproductive endocrinology and infertility fellows attending the 2018 Midwest Reproductive Symposium International (MRSi) will have three unique opportunities to learn from Dr.
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Single embryo transfer leads to twice the fun for the Campbell family
For one Las Vegas couple, a single embryo transfer at our Las Vegas fertility center led to one of the biggest – and happiest – surprises of their lives.
Gina Campbell, a middle school dean of students, and her husband, Michael,
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New video: A conversation about French gay surrogacy
In France, individuals, heterosexual and gay male couples who wish to have a baby through egg donation and surrogacy don’t have a lot of options. Surrogacy, also known as using a gestational carrier or gestation pour autrui (GPA), is prohibited in France, making it difficult for intended parents to have a biological child through IVF.
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Arlyn Garcia coordinates IVF for egg donors and gestational carriers
For egg donors and gestational carriers who come into our care, Arlyn Garcia, IVF clinical coordinator, quickly becomes a lifeline. She’s there every step of the way for women who want to give the gift of life through gestational surrogacy or IVF with donor eggs in Las Vegas,
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National Infertility Awareness Week strives to make a family possible for all
Our Las Vegas fertility center stands in solidarity with hopeful parents during National Infertility Awareness Week by supporting those who face the challenges of infertility. As millions of Americans unite during this important week, we want hopeful parents to know that we strive to help remove the barriers that stand between them and their future family.
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Shiva Price: Experienced egg donor and healthcare administrator
As vice president of global operations, Shiva Price leads marketing and business development for The Fertility Center of Las Vegas’ local and international markets. When not at our Las Vegas fertility center, she can often be found at national and international fertility conferences and events, providing information to physicians,
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