in vitro fertilization (IVF)

Introduced into clinical practice over 40 years ago, in vitro fertilization (IVF) currently offers the best overall chance for conception. IVF involves surgically retrieving eggs from the ovary and coupling them with sperm in the laboratory to create embryos. After a 3-5 days of growth, the embryos are then transferred into the uterus for implantation. read more >>

moderate (aka mini) in vitro fertilization (IVF)

Moderate IVF is our gentle ovarian stimulation alternative to conventional IVF. The goal of Moderate IVF is to use a minimal amount of fertility medication to promote the development of a smaller quantity of eggs. read more >>

egg freezing

For women not yet ready to start a family, recent advances in egg freezing technology have made the planned postponement of motherhood a reality. read more >>

donor eggs and third party reproduction

Our highly-successful donor egg program is offered to women seeking an alternative to attempting pregnancy with their own eggs. read more >>

fertility preservation

Fertility preservation encompasses all medical interventions designed to sustain one’s reproductive capability in the face of fertility-threatening conditions. The need for fertility preservation commonly arises when cancer patients are confronted with treatments (such as chemotherapy, radiation therapy or surgery) that can potentially affect their reproductive organs. Other medical conditions threatening future fertility include certain infectious diseases and inflammatory processes. read more >>

in vitro maturation

In vitro maturation (IVM) is an experimental infertility treatment that is currently gaining attention as an alternative to traditional IVF. IVM involves the removal of eggs from an ovary before they are fully developed and allowing them to finish their growth process under laboratory conditions. These “in vitro” matured eggs can then be fertilized and used to achieve pregnancy in the same way as in IVF. read more >>

intrauterine insemination

During intercourse, semen is deposited in the vagina and sperm quickly ascend the female reproductive tract in search of an egg. An average ejaculate contains more than 250 million sperm, but most are lost during their journey and, by the time sperm reach their destination, it is estimated that only a few hundred remain. Intrauterine insemination (IUI) attempts to improve upon this process. By placing sperm directly into the uterus, a greater number are available and in closer proximity to the egg. The end result: fertilization and pregnancy are more likely to occur. read more >>

reproductive surgery

Dramatic improvements in IVF success over the past two decades have greatly diminished the importance of reproductive surgery. Nevertheless, reproductive anatomic pathology is not uncommon and surgery may be indicated during your fertility evaluation and therapy. Inspired by the difficulties he encountered when trying to access a minimally-invasive surgical procedure for his son, Dr. Uzelac is committed to always making available to his patients the latest and most innovative techniques.read more >>

complimentary consultation

Please fill out our fertility consult form to take advantage of a complimentary, 20-minute telephone or virtual consultation with Dr. Uzelac or Kirsten Eckert, WHNP regarding your options, or phone us at 415.925.9404.

INVOcell™ Intravaginal Culture System

INVOcell™ Intravaginal Culture System

The INVOcell™ Intravaginal Culture System replaces a traditional laboratory incubator with a small device that allows eggs sperm and embryos to incubate inside a woman’s vagina. This brings a more natural aspect to the IVF process and lowers the cost.