Fertility

Fertility Care

At our clinic, we offer comprehensive fertility care designed to support individuals and couples on their journey to parenthood. Our services include a thorough fertility investigations, counselling and personalized fertility treatments including complex laparoscopic surgery. We start with a detailed assessment to evaluate your overall reproductive health and identify any potential factors that may be impacting fertility. This initial evaluation includes a range of diagnostic tests to uncover underlying conditions and to tailor a treatment plan that addresses your specific needs.

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Dr. Nicolas Galazis, is a fertility specialist who brings extensive expertise having completed a prestigious fellowship at the renowned Wolfson Fertility Centre of Imperial College in London. This advanced training equips Dr. Galazis with the latest knowledge and techniques in fertility care, ensuring that you receive the highest standard of treatment. Our approach combines cutting-edge medical technology with compassionate care, offering a range of fertility treatments from lifestyle and medication-based therapies to advanced assisted reproductive technologies.

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Our dedicated team works closely with you to provide a supportive and personalized experience, guiding you through each step of the process. We are committed to helping you achieve your fertility goals with the utmost care and professionalism. Whether you are exploring options for conception or seeking advanced treatments, we are here to support you with expert advice and state-of-the-art solutions.

Egg Freezing

Egg freezing, also known as oocyte cryopreservation, is a reproductive technology that allows women to preserve their eggs for future use. This process involves retrieving eggs from the ovaries, typically through a minor procedure, and then freezing them for later use. Egg freezing can be an ideal option for women who wish to delay pregnancy for personal or medical reasons, such as advancing age, career planning, or undergoing medical treatments that may affect fertility.

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The egg freezing process begins with ovarian stimulation using hormonal medications to encourage the production of multiple eggs. Once the eggs are mature, they are retrieved in a minimally invasive procedure and then rapidly frozen using a technique called vitrification, which helps maintain their quality. These frozen eggs can be stored for several years and later thawed and fertilized with sperm when the woman is ready to conceive. Our clinic provides comprehensive support throughout the egg freezing process, including personalized consultation, state-of-the-art technology, and expert care to ensure the best possible outcome for your future family planning.

IVF (In Vitro Fertilization)

In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a widely recognised assisted reproductive technology designed to help individuals and couples achieve pregnancy. The IVF process involves several key steps, beginning with ovarian stimulation using hormonal medications to promote the development of multiple eggs. Once the eggs are mature, they are retrieved from the ovaries through a minor surgical procedure. The retrieved eggs are then fertilized in a laboratory setting with sperm to create embryos. These embryos are monitored for growth and development before being selected for transfer into the uterus.

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The IVF procedure offers hope to those facing fertility challenges, including issues such as blocked fallopian tubes, male factor infertility, or unexplained infertility. Our clinic provides a comprehensive approach to IVF, ensuring personalised care and support throughout the entire process. From initial consultation and pre-treatment evaluation to embryo transfer and follow-up care, our experienced team is dedicated to optimizing your chances of a successful pregnancy. Utilizing state-of-the-art technology and evidence-based practices, we strive to provide the highest level of care and support to help you realise your family-building goals.

Fertility Preservation 

What is Fertility Preservation?

Fertility preservation is a medical process that allows individuals to save their eggs, sperm, or embryos to use at a later date. This can be important for people undergoing medical treatments that may affect their fertility, those with certain health conditions, or individuals who wish to delay starting a family for personal or professional reasons.

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Reasons for Fertility Preservation

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• Medical Treatments: Certain treatments, such as chemotherapy or radiation for cancer, can affect fertility. Preserving fertility before starting these treatments can provide options for future family planning.

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• Health Conditions: Conditions like autoimmune diseases or hormonal imbalances may impact fertility. Preserving eggs or sperm can be a precautionary measure.

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• Personal Choice: Some individuals or couples may choose to delay having children until they are ready, whether due to career, education, or other personal reasons.

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• Genetic Conditions: People with genetic conditions that could impact fertility or the health of future offspring may consider preservation.

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Methods of Fertility Preservation

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• Egg Freezing (Oocyte Cryopreservation): Eggs are extracted from the ovaries, frozen, and stored for future use. This method is commonly used for women undergoing treatments that may affect their ovarian function.

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• Embryo Freezing (Embryo Cryopreservation): Eggs are fertilized with sperm to create embryos, which are then frozen and stored. This method is used by individuals or couples who are ready to start a family but need to delay pregnancy.

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Procedure

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• Consultation: A detailed consultation with a fertility specialist to discuss options and determine the best method based on individual circumstances.

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• Preparation: Hormonal treatments may be used to stimulate egg production (for egg or embryo freezing). 

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• Collection: For egg or embryo freezing, eggs are retrieved through a minor surgical procedure. 

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• Freezing and Storage: Collected eggs, sperm, or embryos are frozen using cryopreservation techniques and stored in a specialized facility.

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Success Rates

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Success rates vary depending on the method used, the age of the individual at the time of preservation, and other factors. It's important to discuss expectations and potential outcomes with your fertility specialist.

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When to Consider Fertility Preservation

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Consider fertility preservation if:

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• You are about to undergo medical treatments that may affect your fertility.

• You have a health condition that could impact your fertility.

• You wish to delay starting a family for personal or professional reasons.

• You have a genetic condition that could affect future fertility.

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When to See a Specialist

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Consult a fertility specialist as soon as you know you will need to consider fertility preservation.

Early consultation provides more time to make informed decisions and plan appropriately.

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For more information, please contact our office.