About Fertility Center of Southern California
Fertility Center of Southern California (FCSC) is a single-location fertility practice in Irvine, Orange County, led by Dr. Ilene Hatch — a double board-certified reproductive endocrinologist (Obstetrics & Gynecology; Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility) and a Fellow of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, with over 20 years of clinical experience.
FCSC offers a complete spectrum of fertility services ranging from basic fertility assessments to advanced reproductive technologies including in vitro fertilization (IVF), intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), egg freezing, fertility preservation, preimplantation genetic testing (PGT-A/PGT-M), intrauterine insemination (IUI), donor egg and sperm cycles, and gestational carrier (surrogacy) coordination.
Accreditations & Awards
- SART Member Since 2001: Reports clinical data to the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology (SART), a testament to commitment to transparency and quality standards
- CAP Accredited Laboratory: The on-site embryology lab holds accreditation from the College of American Pathologists, ensuring rigorous quality control
- Double Board-Certified Physician: Dr. Ilene Hatch holds board certification in both Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility
- UCI Clinical Faculty: Dr. Hatch serves as an assistant clinical professor at the University of California, Irvine, bridging clinical practice with academic medicine
Why Choose Fertility Center of Southern California
20+ Years of Specialized Expertise: Dr. Ilene Hatch brings over two decades of reproductive medicine experience, having completed her medical degree at USC, residency at UCI Medical Center, and REI fellowship at USC. Her dual board certification ensures comprehensive care from basic fertility issues to complex cases.
Truly Personalized Treatment: Unlike large chain clinics where patients may feel like “widgets on an assembly line,” FCSC designs each treatment plan around the patient’s individual physiology and rhythm. Cycles are not batched or synchronized for convenience — they follow your natural timeline.
Seven-Day Access: The clinic is open 7 days a week with early morning blood draw appointments starting at 6:30 AM on weekdays, accommodating busy schedules and minimizing disruption to work and daily life.
Physician-Led, Compassionate Care: Dr. Hatch personally oversees every aspect of treatment, from initial consultation through egg retrieval and embryo transfer. Her own journey through premature ovarian failure (POF) and successful treatment gives her a unique depth of empathy for patients navigating fertility challenges.
Full-Service Fertility Center: From ovulation induction medications and IUI to advanced IVF with PGT-A/PGT-M genetic testing, donor gamete cycles, and gestational carrier arrangements, FCSC provides complete family-building options under one roof.
IVF & Fertility Services
| Service | Description |
|---|---|
| In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) | Full-cycle IVF with routine ICSI, available as fresh or frozen embryo transfer |
| Egg Freezing | Vitrification technique with approximately 85% egg survival rate |
| Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) | Timed insemination with ovulation monitoring |
| PGT-A Genetic Screening | Embryo chromosome aneuploidy screening, available for family balancing |
| PGD (PGT-M/PGT-SR) | Single gene disorder and structural rearrangement testing |
| Fertility Preservation | Egg, sperm, and embryo freezing including cancer patients (per California SB 600) |
| Fertility Medications | Clomid, Letrozole, Gonadotropins, Estrogen, Progesterone |
| Infertility Surgery | Laparoscopy and hysteroscopy for diagnosis and treatment |
| Donor Egg/Sperm Cycles | Third-party reproduction using donor gametes |
| Donor Embryos | Embryo donation program |
| Gestational Carrier Cycles | Coordination with surrogacy agencies |
| TESE Testicular Biopsy | Referral to urology for sperm extraction |
Fees & Packages
Pricing information is not publicly available on the clinic’s website. Please contact the clinic directly for current fee schedules and package options.
Patient Journey
- Initial Consultation: Schedule an appointment for a comprehensive medical history review and ultrasound examination with the physician
- Diagnostic Testing: Undergo appropriate fertility testing to determine the optimal path to parenthood
- Personalized Treatment Plan: Receive a customized treatment strategy based on your diagnosis and family-building goals
- Treatment Cycle: Proceed with medication, monitoring, and procedures as outlined in your plan with close physician oversight
- Pregnancy Confirmation: Blood hCG test performed 11-13 days after embryo transfer
- Follow-Up Care: Transition to obstetric care once pregnancy is confirmed, or proceed with subsequent cycles as needed
Local Legal Framework
- California Third-Party Reproduction: California law permits egg donation, sperm donation, and gestational carrier (surrogacy) arrangements, subject to legal agreements protecting all parties
- SB 600 (2019): California Senate Bill 600 requires private insurance plans to cover fertility preservation for cancer patients
- FDA Regulations: All gamete and embryo handling must comply with FDA tissue regulations
- Family Balancing: PGT-A may be used for non-medical sex selection in California
Location
- Address: 4980 Barranca Pkwy #200, Irvine, CA 92604
- Phone: +1 949-955-0072