About Fertility Center of San Antonio
Fertility Center of San Antonio is located in the Oak Hills Women’s Pavilion (7707 Ewing Halsell Dr) in San Antonio, Texas. Founded in 1986 by Dr. Joseph E. Martin, the center has served families for more than 38 years. It holds a pioneering place in assisted reproduction: the first practice in Texas to offer office-based IVF, and the first in the American Southwest to achieve a pregnancy through ICSI.
According to the SART (Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology) 2023 Final report, the center completed 675 ART cycles with a live birth rate per intended egg retrieval of 50.0% for patients under 35, 32.1% for ages 35-37, 21.8% for ages 38-40, and 11.3% for patients over 40. The clinic operates an on-site andrology and embryology laboratory directed by Dr. Gary D. Smith, so samples are processed in-house for faster results. Two senior reproductive endocrinologists, Dr. Gregory S. Neal (since 1999) and Dr. Matthew G. Retzloff (since 2014), both US Air Force veterans, provide one-on-one personalized care.
Accreditations & Awards
- First office-based IVF center in Texas (clinic history)
- First ICSI pregnancy in the Southwest (clinic history)
- 2005: First Texas center to offer PGT-M (preimplantation genetic testing for monogenic diseases) and embryo biopsy (clinic history)
- Texas Super Doctors - Legacy Member (official clinic badge)
- SART member for 35+ years: SART# 0074, joined 1988 (SART ClinicSearch record)
- CAP-accredited laboratory (SART ClinicSearch record)
Why Choose Fertility Center of San Antonio
38+ years of pioneering experience: As the first Texas practice to offer office-based IVF, the center has led the region in IVF, ICSI, and PGT-M since 1986, building deep clinical expertise across every stage of treatment.
On-site andrology and embryology laboratory: Andrology analysis, embryo culture, and PGT biopsy all happen in one location, eliminating outside lab shipping and reducing wait times.
Two military-trained reproductive endocrinologists: Dr. Neal (Cornell fellowship under Dr. Zev Rosenwaks) and Dr. Retzloff (Harvard/Brigham and Women’s fellowship, former SART Executive Council representative) bring 20-25 years of combined REI experience, supported by a stable nursing team with near-zero turnover.
Precision IVF Refund Program: A center-created refund program qualifying at least 70% of couples, covering up to three IVF cycles (including all available frozen embryos), with up to 80% refund if no live birth — paired with a free personalized Univfy PreIVF Report.
Comprehensive family-building support: 30+ years serving LGBTQ+ families, plus egg donation, surrogacy, donor sperm, and gender selection, with special pricing for active-duty military and oncofertility patients (Livestrong partner).
IVF & Fertility Services
- IVF (In Vitro Fertilization): 500+ cycles per year, including Micro/Mini IVF with low-dose medication protocols
- Nature’s IVF™ (INVOcell™): FDA-approved vaginal incubation device offering similar success rates at a lower cost
- ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection): For male factor infertility
- Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT-A / PGT-M): First Texas center to offer PGT-M and embryo biopsy (2005)
- IUI (Intrauterine Insemination): First-line treatment for unexplained and mild male factor infertility
- Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET) & Laser-Assisted Hatching
- Fertility Preservation: Egg freezing, sperm freezing, and office-based TESE/PESA for male fertility preservation
- Egg Donation / Donor Sperm / Surrogacy: Rigorous donor screening (ages 21-30); full gestational surrogacy coordination
- Tubal Reversal: Pregnancy rates of 40%-80% depending on tube length and surgical conditions
- Gender Selection: Embryo sex selection in conjunction with PGT cycles
- Fertility Evaluation & Diagnostics: Hormone testing, AMH, ovarian reserve assessment, semen analysis, HSG, hysteroscopy, laparoscopy
Fees & Packages
According to clinic information published in 2026, the average cost of one IVF cycle is approximately USD 10,000, with ICSI adding USD 800-2,500. Nature’s IVF™ (INVOcell™) offers a significantly lower-cost alternative to traditional IVF. Financing is available through CapexMD and Lending Club Patient Solutions (loans from USD 3,000-50,000, terms 6-60 months), and the clinic partners with Progyny and WINFertility employer benefit platforms. The Precision IVF Refund Program provides up to 80% refund if no live birth is achieved. Active-duty military and oncofertility patients (Livestrong partner) receive special discounts. Final pricing depends on the individualized treatment plan.
Patient Journey
- Initial consultation: Contact the clinic to schedule (online form or phone). The doctor reviews medical history, family-building goals, and treatment options before any testing.
- Fertility evaluation: On-site andrology and embryology lab completes hormone testing, ovarian reserve (AMH), semen analysis, HSG/hysteroscopy — no outside lab shipping.
- Personalized treatment plan: The doctor recommends IVF / IUI / ICSI / PGT / egg donation / surrogacy options, and provides a free personalized Univfy PreIVF Report to support decision-making.
- IVF cycle: Ovarian stimulation with ultrasound/blood monitoring → ultrasound-guided egg retrieval (about 30 minutes) → fertilization (IVF or ICSI) → embryo culture for 3-5 days → soft-catheter embryo transfer.
- Post-transfer follow-up: Blood pregnancy test about two weeks after transfer; first-trimester monitoring for pregnant patients; cycle review for those who do not conceive.
- Out-of-town patient support: Coordination with local physicians for monitoring and medications, an FCSA planner/calendar for cycle management, and negotiated hotel rates (from USD 85/night at partner hotels).
Local Legal Framework
Fertility Center of San Antonio is located in the State of Texas, USA. Texas permits gestational surrogacy, with agreements typically executed with legal counsel and protected under state case law. Egg and sperm donation are subject to US FDA donor screening requirements. Texas does not mandate insurance coverage for IVF, so coverage depends on employer plans (e.g., Progyny benefits). LGBTQ+ family building in Texas involves legal processes such as second-parent adoption; the clinic can connect patients with resources including Family Equality. International patients should confirm the legal requirements of their home country regarding assisted reproduction.
Location
- Address: Oak Hills Women’s Pavilion, 7707 Ewing Halsell Dr Suite 103, San Antonio, TX 78229, USA
- Phone: (210) 692-0577