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Stanford Medicine Fertility & Reproductive Health

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· Sunnyvale
CAP·College of American Pathologists ↗
IVF laboratory accredited by CAP, meeting international quality standards
SART·Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology ↗
SART member (SART# 0076), reporting success rates to CDC/SART
ABOG·American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology ↗
Physicians board-certified by ABOG and faculty at Stanford School of Medicine
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About Stanford Medicine Fertility & Reproductive Health

Stanford Medicine Fertility & Reproductive Health is the reproductive endocrinology and infertility center of Stanford Medicine, part of the Johnson Center for Pregnancy and Newborn Services at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford. The clinic was founded in 1963, its IVF laboratory was established in 1985, and it joined Stanford Children’s Health in 2014. Today the center supports about 22,000 patient visits a year, performs roughly 1,500 assisted reproductive technology (ART) cycles annually, and helped bring 3,000 babies into the world over the past decade (source: Stanford Medicine Children’s Health Fast Facts).

The team includes board-certified reproductive endocrinologists who are faculty at Stanford University School of Medicine, combining clinical care, research, and teaching. According to the SART 2021 final report (1,709 total cycles), the center’s cumulative live birth rate per intended egg retrieval was 52.7% for women under 35, 36.8% for ages 35-37, 19.4% for ages 38-40, and 9.2% for women over 40.

Accreditations & Awards

  • Founded 1963, IVF Lab Established 1985: Among the first university-affiliated fertility centers in the U.S., holding early SART membership number 0076 (source: official Fast Facts + SART CORS).
  • Pioneered imaging-based embryo selection: Assessing embryos without exposing them to potentially toxic outside environments, significantly improving embryo viability (source: official Fast Facts).
  • First center to report a successful pregnancy after biopsy of a frozen embryo: Enabling viability assessment of embryos frozen many years earlier (source: official Fast Facts).
  • CAP-accredited IVF laboratory: Featuring the world’s largest LifeAire air filtration system of its kind, protecting embryos from volatile organic compounds; double monitoring of cryogenic tanks and emergency generators ensures safety of frozen reproductive material (source: official IVF Lab page).
  • 20+ years of fertility preservation leadership: Covering egg, embryo, ovarian tissue, sperm, and testicular tissue cryopreservation (source: official Fertility Preservation page).

Why Choose Stanford Medicine Fertility & Reproductive Health

  • University-affiliated academic excellence: Physicians are professors at Stanford University School of Medicine, board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, giving patients access to the latest clinical research.
  • One of the first SART member centers: SART# 0076, founded 1963, IVF lab since 1985, with complete success-rate reporting to CDC/SART (SART 2021 Final: 1,709 cycles).
  • CAP-accredited lab with the world’s largest LifeAire system: 24/7 equipment monitoring, real-time personnel location tracking (unique worldwide), and double monitoring of cryogenic tanks with emergency generators.
  • 20+ years of fertility preservation leadership: Fast-track for cancer patients, fertility preservation for transgender individuals, comprehensive egg/embryo/ovarian tissue/sperm freezing, and free virtual Egg Freezing Seminars.
  • Comprehensive family building: From IVF/IUI to genetic counseling (PGD/PGS), recurrent pregnancy loss clinic, male fertility clinic, reproductive surgery, and mental health support, plus the Q+ Family Building clinic for LGBTQ+ patients (reciprocal IVF, gestational carrier, and more).

IVF & Fertility Services

ServiceDescription
IVF (In Vitro Fertilization)Full cycle from ovarian stimulation to embryo transfer, including ICSI and embryo genetic testing
IUI (Intrauterine Insemination)Medication-stimulated IUI, often a first-line treatment
PGD/PGS (Preimplantation Genetic Testing)Embryo genetic diagnosis/screening covering all 24 chromosomes (CCS)
Fertility PreservationEgg/embryo/ovarian tissue/sperm/testicular tissue freezing; fast-track for cancer patients; options for transgender and LGBTQ+ patients
Male Fertility ClinicAndrology lab (CASA/CEROS semen analysis, Kruger morphology, sperm freezing), led by urologist Michael Eisenberg, MD
Reproductive SurgeryLaparoscopic/hysteroscopic and robotic-assisted infertility surgery (fibroids, endometriosis, ectopic pregnancy)
Genetic CounselingCarrier screening, donor genetic testing, PGD/PGS counseling, recurrent pregnancy loss genetics
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss ProgramLed by Ruth Lathi, MD
LGBTQ+ Family BuildingQ+ Family Building clinic: donor-sperm IUI, gestational carrier, reciprocal IVF, fertility preservation around gender-affirming care
Mental Health ServicesIndividual, couple, and group counseling for infertility and family building

Fees & Packages

The hospital does not publish a public price list (university-affiliated health system; costs vary by insurance plan). International patients can contact Stanford International Medical Services for pricing and coordination. A free virtual Egg Freezing Seminar is offered on select Thursday evenings.

Patient Journey

  • Initial consultation: Meet a fertility provider to discuss medical history and treatment goals, with bloodwork and one or two timed ultrasounds, and receive clear pre-cycle steps (source: official Your First Visit page).
  • Testing and plan activation: Based on results, your provider activates an individualized treatment plan, supported by patient care coordinators, registered nurses, IVF/REI lab teams, financial counselors, and medical assistants.
  • Before your visit: Activate MyChart, sign pre-registration documents, complete the intake questionnaire (available seven days before your visit); bring photo ID, insurance card, and prior OB/GYN records; both partners register.
  • Scheduling: Appointments via the website or phone; international patients can contact the Stanford international services office for remote evaluation and support.

California is one of the most supportive U.S. states for assisted reproduction: egg/sperm/embryo donation and cryopreservation are legal with mature legal frameworks; California is a surrogacy-friendly state with clear case law and contract rules for gestational surrogacy (California Family Code); PGD/PGS embryo genetic testing has no federal restrictions. California requires clinics to report success-rate data to CDC/SART, and this center’s data is publicly verifiable (SART# 0076).

Location

  • Address: 1195 West Fremont Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94087, USA
  • Phone: +1 844 377 1209

Key Advantages

IVF (In Vitro Fertilization)
IUI (Intrauterine Insemination)
PGT-A Genetic Testing
Egg Freezing
Male Fertility
LGBTQ+ Friendly

Location

1195 West Fremont Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94087, USA

Facilities

On-site IVF Laboratory
Wheelchair Accessible
Multilingual Services

Medical Team

Patient Reviews

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Maria Johnson
1 month ago

I have had nothing but amazing experiences here. I have always been met with kindness and understanding from every staff member, parking attendant, etc. They gave me hope when I didn’t have any. Dr. Bui, Julia, Greysha, Lorena, etc.…...

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Melanie Yep
3 months ago

Do not freeze your eggs here; they are requiring patients to transfer eggs after 5 years. Clinics do not accept transferred eggs because the transferring process destroys eggs. The doctors and staff know this, but this is what they chosen to do to make room for more eggs and maximize profits. They have partnered with a provider in different state to transfer frozen eggs, which means the eggs will be transferred twice, if you can find a clinic to accept them. I chose Stanford for the name and figured they would at least have a backup generator in case the electricity failed, so the eggs would not be destroyed. Never did I think my eggs would be kicked out and effectively unusable. As other reviewers have noted, the entire clinical operation is focused on coding and billing anything they can to increase revenue. There is no focus on patient care to a level that raises to malpractice. I ran out of my medication during my cycle and realized on Friday morning that I would not have enough for the weekend. I repeatedly called the nurse hotline all day and left multiple messages asking them to send over the prescription. I went to the pharmacy at lunch, which is only open during the week and the only place to get the medication. The pharmacy called repeatedly as well. I came back an hour before the pharmacy closed, and no prescription, no call back. I adjusted my own dose to use an equal amount for the days over the weekend. Go anywhere else. I cried in the waiting room every time I was there. My stomach recoils when I get any communication about my frozen eggs.

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Sheri Gaw
6 months ago

The Stanford staff is great. Nurse practitioner, Robyn, is very kind, supportive, and a great listener. Phlebotomist, Sandra, is incredibly gentle. I did not feel the needle at all.

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Ashley Rose
8 months ago

I highly recommend Stanford Fertility. At age 34, my husband and I chose to freeze embryos, which allowed me to return to school for my nursing degree without the fear that I might lose my ability to have children later in life. That decision turned out to be life-changing. Now at age 40, Stanford Fertility has given my family so much joy. We have a healthy, happy 22-month-old son, and I am currently 7 weeks pregnant with our baby girl. We are about to graduate to obstetrics, a milestone that still feels surreal. Because my father passed away when I was very young, I do not know much about my family medical history. Stanford’s genetic testing gave us tremendous peace of mind. We were able to screen our embryos for many genetic conditions in addition to my own genetic testing, which helped us move forward with confidence. We worked closely with Dr. Nakajima, Dr. Milki, and the entire Stanford Fertility team. They always made me feel comfortable, took the time to explain each step, and treated us with compassion and respect throughout the process. We chose Stanford Fertility over other programs because of Stanford’s rigorous hiring practices, and we truly believe they employ the most exceptional physicians and staff. We are deeply grateful for the care we received and for the joy Stanford Fertility has brought to our family.

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MsFavi85
9 months ago

I am starting a new process with this clinic-and only because this is the only place my insurance covers. I forgot what a COMPLETE nightmare this place is. Be prepared to speak with incompetent nurses and MDs who do no speak with you along…...

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Rahul Singh
9 months ago

Our experience so far has been quite positive so far. The doctors and nurses we’ve interacted with have been excellent, and the quality of care has been consistently good. That said, communication can definitely be improved, especially…...

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Aida Roshan
10 months ago

I should have trusted the reviews!!! One year back and forth and I never once saw my dr (Dr Lathi) in person!!! Horrible communication. I had to have my friends who have done the same process with other firms, explain to me what to expect!! The procedure was finally done and i was having a lot of pain. The dr on call wouldn’t care less about the pain and would hear only half of what I had to say given all the kids noise. While on the call with a nurse (different nurse every single time), a doctor comes into the room and has the nurse change the injection!! Just like that! This is how random the process is. A patient is just a file to this team which gets handled by whomever happens to have a moment. Stanford healthcare is just a name at this point…. It’s absolutely frustrating, sad and concerning to be taken care of, like this! Thankfully we had a good insurance but I feel horrible for an individual who has to go through this and pay out of pocket too… After all, I blame myself for not trusting the reviews before I started with them… Please do yourself a favor and pick another center. Don’t let the name fool you… the building, the machines, 500 different random staff and an unnecessary difficult process doesn’t help you - a kind doctor who cares would be all you need… :( i am very sad for having left my body to be treated by such incompetent team… Take a moment to look at the response they have copied and pasted to all the unhappy reviews… this is the same care you might get from them if you are lucky and get any response at all!!!

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Pamela Goméz
11 months ago

Quiero saber Si el seguro cubre todo? Soy nueva en esto solo quiero ser mamá

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BB Commentator
11 months ago

Worst experience. Dr. Mielke was completely cold and inattentive. He didn’t take time to explain our issues. Ended up spending 10s of thousands of dollars with no results. They approached the process like a business transaction. The…...

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CRISTINA JACOBO
1 year ago

Brandon provided great customer service to my husband and I. Very professional and polite and made us feel at ease during the check in process.

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