IVF Refund and Guarantee Program Abroad – is it worth the hassle? #IVFWEBINARS
IVF Refund Program is a term used for IVF programs that guarantee patients a refund in case of no success. There are various reasons why... read more
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This blog is dedicated to posts about IVF treatment abroad. It concerns mostly treatment in Europe but can include wider areas too. There are staff interviews, information on travelling abroad and also fantastic guest posts too. We hope you enjoy reading it and get as much information as possible from it.
Free online consultation with an IVF expert
We work with Top European IVF clinics to provide you highly specialised fertility care for free and without the need for you to travel abroad... read more
IVF Refund Programs – How much do they cost and are they worth it?
In vitro fertilisation (IVF), the most effective form of assisted reproductive technology is also the most expensive one. The treatment costs may be a major... read more
Visit the Fertility Show in London
The biggest European event for people who have problems conceiving is opening soon! The annual Fertility Show will take place on 1-3 November 2019 at Olympia... read more
Searching for the cause of repeated miscarriages #IVFWEBINARS
What could be the cause of repeated miscarriages? Is it normal to miscarry twice in a row? How can I prevent repeated miscarriages? Is... read more
Implantation failures after IVF programs – what can be done differently? #IVFWEBINARS
Have you ever experienced an implantation failure in your IVF cycle? What to do if the embryo fails to implant? Could anything be done... read more
IVF Warrior of the Week – the best IVF fighters on the Instagram
IVF Warrior of the Week Infertility affects 1 in 8 couples. It is a difficult battle but, as many people prove it, it can be... read more
IVF meeting Prague 2019
IVF meeting Prague 2019 is a conference focused on infertility treatment, legislation and comprehensive support for couples. All this under the auspices of MUDr.... read more
Kinderwunsch Tage Cologne 5-6 October 2019
Wishing for a baby is, for many, the single most important thing in their lives. Therefore, getting the right fertility treatment is absolutely crucial. We... read more
Interview with Anna Hosford – Clinic Director of Barbados Fertility Centre
Today we have a pleasure to feature an interview with Anna Hosford, Clinic Director of Barbados Fertility Centre. We are so pleased to feature a... read more
Interview with General Manager of Nova Vita
To provide you more information about IVF treatment in Estonia, we are pleased to present an interview with the General Manager of Nova Vita... read more
IVF AWARD 2019 – the winners revealed
41 years ago with the birth of the first IVF baby, Louise Brown, a new era in reproductive health began. Since then assisted reproductive technology... read more
Will BREXIT impact your IVF abroad? Have your say!
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Win a Free Egg Donation Treatment in Spain
The special offer has ended. Stay in touch – we’ll announce the winners soon. Clinica Tambre offers Free Egg Donation Treatment for patients who have... read more
Why Should You Choose a Fertility Clinic in Spain?
When you decide to seek fertility treatment abroad, you’ll find yourself with a lot of choices to make. Fertility treatment is available in clinics all... read more
Here’s What An IVF Journey Abroad May Look Like
When you start exploring the possibility of IVF treatment abroad, you’ll probably find yourself wondering what the experience will be like. If you’ve already had... read more
The 5 Things You Ought to Ask Your Egg Donation Clinic Abroad
If you’re thinking about travelling for IVF donor egg treatment abroad, it could be for any number of reasons. Some countries simply don’t allow it... read more
Instituto Bernabeu, a Pioneer Since 2014 in Guaranteeing Pregnancy Up Until Childbirth or Money Back
He’s got brown eyes, dark skin and curly hair, just like his mother. He started school this year. Time flies! Jorge is three years old... read more
Interview With IVF Cube
We’re really pleased to interview Dr Hana Visnova, MD, Ph.D. who is the Medical Director of IVF Cube in Prague. She speaks both German and English... read more
Meet the New Wave of Fertility Choices Abroad
If you are a regular to my blog you’ll know that I discuss IVF abroad in depth. I’ve blogged about the best IVF clinic abroad... read more
Can Anyone Have IVF Treatment Abroad?
If you are a single sex couple or a single woman who is considering fertility treatment abroad you will want to know which countries will,... read more
Quick Guide – Egg Freezing Abroad
Quite often there are queries about the availability of egg freezing in IVF clinics abroad. Yes, IVF clinics abroad do offer egg freezing as well... read more
Interview with Director of URE Centro Gutenberg
Fertility Clinics Abroad introduces Dr Alvarez from URE Centro Gutenberg in Spain. He has a degree in Medicine and Surgery (University of Chile) specialising in Gynaecology... read more
Unique Interview with Gyncentrum IVF Clinic in Poland
We are very excited to speak with Dr Mercik from Gyncentrum IVF clinic in Poland. Your clinic performs more IVF cycles than donor egg cycles.... read more
Sperm Donation Abroad – What You Need to Know
Our recent survey revealed that many people are going abroad for sperm donation treatment as well donor egg treatment. In many ways sperm donation alongside... read more
8 of the Best Tips to Help Keep the Lid on IVF Costs Abroad
Last year we teamed up with Fertility Network UK to look at the main drivers behind fertility tourism from the UK. We have some of... read more
What’s Stopping You From Going Abroad for IVF Treatment?
If you are trying for a baby and having difficulties you will no doubt be tuned to any news about fertility treatments. If you live... read more
Interview with Vita Reproductive Medicine
We are pleased to chat to Sonia Esteve, the Clinical Director at VITA Reproductive Medicine. 1) Spain is extremely popular with UK and Irish patients for... read more
Understanding the Drivers Behind Fertility Tourism in the UK 2017
You may remember that we and Fertility Network UK were undertaking joint research to understand what is driving people from the UK to seek IVF treatment abroad.... read more
What is Preimplantation Genetic Screening (PGS)?
Each individual has 46 chromosomes (23 pairs). The chromosomal pair is numbered 1-22 and the final two are the sex chromosomes X & Y. A... read more
IVF Treatment Abroad 2016- Can You Help With Our Research?
Fertility Network UK and Fertility Clinics Abroad are together looking at the reasons why some people travel abroad for IVF treatment. We would be really... read more
What is EMBRYOGLUE®?
In all IVF treatments, the most critical procedure is without any doubt the Embryo Transfer (ET). Therefore, specialists spend a lot of time seeking new... read more
Dr. R. Bernabeu from the Instituto Bernabeu Chats to Fertility Clinics Abroad
It is our pleasure to interview Dr Rafael Bernabeu M.D; Ph D, Medical Director of Instituto Bernabeu in Spain. He is a Doctor of Medicine, Specialist in Gynaecology... read more
The Surprising Cost of IVF in Europe (updated)
If you are interested in the cost of IVF in Europe it probably means that you have checked out IVF prices at home and are... read more
Interview with Next Generation Clinic in Russia
If you are considering IVF Treatment in Russia, then this interview is a must. Lobzeva Diana is a Fertility Specialist at Next Generation Clinic in... read more
Interview with Staff of Women’s Health Dexeus in Barcelona
Dr Nikolaos P. Polyzos is a new doctor and the Clinical and Scientific Director of the Service of Reproductive Medicine at Women’s Health Dexeus in... read more
Understanding Success Rates at IVF Clinics Abroad
When we ask the featured fertility clinics on our website about success rates we do so as we believe it is something that patients want... read more
Interview with Medical Director of IREMA IVF Clinic
We’re really pleased to chat to Dr Daniela Cummins, the Medical Director from IREMA IVF Clinic in Spain. What makes IREMA IVF clinic unique in Spain?... read more
Interview with the Director of Ginemed IVF Clinic in Spain
We are pleased to include an interview with Dr Fernando Sánchez who is the co-founder and co-director of Ginemed IVF clinic in Spain. He has over... read more
Embryo Transfer Abroad – What’s Allowed Varies Country by Country
The HFEA (the body responsible for fertility regulation in the UK) announced in 2007 that they are standing by the commitment to reduce the multiple... read more
What’s the Best IVF Clinic Abroad for Over 40’s?
Many people who search for IVF clinics abroad are over 40 and they want to find the best IVF clinic which specialises in this age... read more
Interview with Dunya IVF Clinic in Cyprus
We are pleased to interview Dr Berk who is the Medical Director of Dunya IVF clinic in Cyprus. Cyprus is very popular with people who... read more
Recent Podcast Discussing IVF Treatment Abroad
I’m usually the one who interviews staff from the clinics we have featured, but this week I was interviewed as part of a podcast alongside... read more
Interview With Medical Director of ReproGenesis Clinic
We are pleased to chat to Dr Stelcl of Reprogenesis fertility clinic in the Czech Republic. Can you tell us, in your opinion, what makes ReproGenesis... read more
Interview with Barcelona IVF Medical Director
We are really pleased to chat to the medical director of Barcelona IVF Dr Raul Olivares Vela. Please tell me a little more about Barcelona... read more
IVF Success Results From Around Europe
More people than ever are travelling throughout Europe for all types of medical treatment. According to UK Government figures, 63 000 people will travel abroad... read more
Interview With Clinical Director of FIV Marbella
Providing you with more information about IVF treatment in Spain, we are pleased to present an interview with the Clinical Director of FIV Marbella, Enrique... read more
Going For Donor Eggs Overseas? Have Your Men Been Checked Out?
Guest blog by Professor Sheena Lewis whose research focuses on male infertility and in particular sperm damage DNA testing. Of every one in six... read more
What to Consider Before Going Abroad for Fertility Treatment
I’m pleased to have Susan Seenan, Chief Executive of Infertility Network UK write a blog for us on things to consider before going abroad for... read more
Do You Have Fertile Mind?
How Fertility Coaching Helps You Blossom and Grow If you are trying to conceive it’s very likely that you have given some consideration to your... read more
Let’s Talk About Sperm…
Professor Sheena Lewis is our guest writer discussing male infertility. Man Alert Let’s start with an apology to men seeking fertility treatment. Men are so... read more
Interview With North Cyprus IVF Centre
We are pleased to provide an interview with the Medical Director of North Cyprus IVF Centre – Dr Savas Ozyigit. Can you tell us a... read more
Tips to Help Fund IVF Treatment
Anyone in the field of infertility knows just how expensive IVF treatment is. According to the NHS Choices website, the average cost of one round... read more
IVF Treatment Abroad – What to Expect
If you are finding it hard to negotiate funding at home for IVF treatment or treatment at home is just too plain expensive, you may... read more
Genetic Screening of Egg and Sperm Donors Abroad
I’ve just read a really informative article by the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) about screening of egg and sperm donors. In... read more
Low Cost IVF Clinics – Do They Exist?
In a previous post on this blog, Kate Brian discussed why people travel abroad for IVF treatment. The cost of IVF treatment at home is... read more
Interview with HC Fertility Center Marbella
Interview with Dorothea Adamson, B.SC., MBA Director, HC Fertility Center 1) Can you tell us a little about your clinic? What does it have to offer which... read more
Interview with Gynem IVF Clinic Prague
Dr. Milan Mrázek discusses his new IVF clinic – Gynem IVF – in Prague. 1) Gynem IVF clinic is relatively new – only opening in September... read more
Why People Travel Overseas For IVF Treatment
No one knows quite how many patients from the UK opt to travel overseas for fertility treatment, but what we do know is that it... read more
IVF Treatment in the Czech Republic
Information on IVF treatment in the Czech Republic in infographic form.
Infertility: How Open Are You?
We’re really pleased to have Juliet Le Page write another guest blog for us. Hello again. I am Juliet Le Page working as a fertility... read more
Communication is Key for IVF Clinics Abroad
Choosing to go overseas for IVF treatment is a big deal. Ensuring that you have the best information available on your choice of country and... read more
Are You Considering Donor Egg Sharing Abroad?
People travelling abroad for IVF donor egg treatment usually do so because the law does not allow it in their own country (e.g. Germany), or... read more
Donor Egg Abroad? Countries to Consider
Browsing the internet you get a sense that there are lots more countries which offer donor egg treatment than ever before. In the past, Spain... read more
Interview with the staff of Newlife IVF in Greece
Thanks to the staff from Newlife IVF clinic in Greece for agreeing to our interview. IVF in Greece is very popular with people from overseas,... read more
Interview with staff of Arleta IVF Czech Republic
In this interview we talk to the Medical Director of Arleta IVF, Dr Jiri Dolezal, about treatment options in his clinic. We also speak with Tomas Adamov who is... read more
Choosing a Destination for IVF Treatment Abroad
IVF treatment abroad is the choice for a substantial number of people. For some it is because they can see that the cost of treatment... read more
Interview With Director of Praga Medica (GEST IVF)
Zdenek Dvorak, Managing Director at Praga Medica kindly gave a short interview about Gest IVF in Prague and also their about service to people travelling to... read more
Planning For IVF Costs Abroad
Are you considering going abroad for IVF treatment? One of the reasons couples may consider going abroad for IVF is that it is perceived to be... read more
The Heart of the IVF Clinic: The Embryologist
At the heart of IVF clinics at home and abroad is the IVF laboratory. And at the heart of the lab are the embryologists. These... read more
Why Do Donor Egg Success Rates Seem Higher Abroad?
I have come across this question many times before. If you do research on fertility clinics abroad, you will see that the donor egg success... read more
What Should I Look For in An IVF Clinic Abroad?
Deciding to go abroad for IVF treatment abroad is quite a big deal. Not only do you have to deal with the treatment itself, but... read more
Predicting which embryos will lead to live birth
I was recently reading an article on blastocyst appearance before embryo transfer and live birth outcome in a publication by the European Society of Human... read more
IVF Results in Europe: What They Tell Us
Summary Report of IVF Clinics in Europe by ESHRE The European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) have just published IVF results for Europe... read more
Interview with head of egg donation program at Reprofit International
Dr. Stepán Machac of Reprofit International discusses egg donation and treatment in the Czech Republic. Dr. Stepán Machac thank you for your time. Lots of... read more
IVF in Europe: Is It Cheaper?
Many people email me and ask whether IVF in Europe is actually cheaper than the UK. Spain and the Czech Republic are favourite destinations for... read more
ICSI Versus Conventional IVF When Semen Analysis Is Normal
Most of the IVF clinics abroad will opt for ICSI as the primary choice for fertilising eggs, even when the semen analysis is normal. The... read more
Egg Donor Welfare in IVF Clinics Abroad
The best practice guidelines on cross border assisted reproduction issued by ESHRE place significant emphasis on donor welfare. I asked IVF clinics abroad for details... read more
10 Things You Didn’t Know About IVF
Here are some quick, fun and interesting facts about IVF that you may not know! The first donor egg pregnancy was in 1983 in Australia.... read more
Patient Story : IVF Abroad
I recently spoke to a couple who were considering going abroad for egg donation. They very kindly agreed to chat to me about their search for... read more
Embryo Transfer- How Many to Put Back?
You’ve made it to the embryo transfer stage – great! But now comes the decision about how many to transfer. IVF clinics aim to get... read more
Travelling to Spain for Egg Donation
It can be quite scary to go to another country for medical treatment. Apart from all the travel arrangements, there is the treatment itself, and... read more
The Work of a Fertility Awareness Practitioner
Juliet Le Page shares some of her insights into the world of fertility problems and what she does to help people who come to see... read more
Food to Increase Your IVF Success Rate
There have been a lot of news stories recently about what the best food is for increasing your fertility. At a recent meeting of the... read more
Did you know sperm quality is higher in men who wear kilts?
According to the Scottish Medical Journal, anecdotal evidence has indicated that men who wear kilts without any undergarments (so-called Regimental style) have better sperm quality.... read more
Your IVF Team Abroad
Considering IVF abroad? Find out more about who will be looking after you. Your Doctor Your relationship with your doctor is important. You can request... read more
Travelling for IVF Treatment
An interesting recent article was published in the Journal of Reproductive and Infant Psychology about cross-border fertility care. Basically that means people travelling abroad for fertility... read more
Spain and Czech Republic IVF Clinics Compared
People often ask me what are the differences between Spain and the Czech Republic clinics. Having visited clinics in Madrid and Prague, and entered loads... read more
To Tell Or Not To Tell : Donor Conception
I read a really interesting article in the January edition of Focus on Reproduction which is a newsletter published by the European Society of Human... read more
Abnormalities in IVF Embryos
Preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) is a test that can be carried out on IVF embryos to ensure that only embryos unaffected by a particular genetic... read more
Is IMSI a Useful Sperm Selection Tool?
Intracytoplasmic Morphological Sperm Injection (IMSI) is an additional tool that some clinics use to select the best sperm for injection into the egg. It differs... read more
Embryologists Role in IVF Clinics
I read an interesting article in ESHRE’s “Focus on Reproduction” journal recently which discussed the role that clinicians and embryologists play in the IVF clinic.... read more
IVF Costs Abroad
One in six couples worldwide experience some form of infertility problem. In the UK, with funding for fertility being cut as a result of measures... read more
IVF Success Rates Abroad – To Publish or Not To Publish
For many people requiring IVF treatment, the priority when choosing an IVF clinic, is finding somewhere with good success rates. This is even more so... read more
Why Is IVF So Costly?
The recession in the UK has meant that many primary care trusts have clamped down on NHS funding for fertility treatment. This unfairness of funding... read more
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