Infertility and Preconception Clinics in Utah

It is not uncommon for couples to have trouble getting pregnant. Couples that have fertility issues are usually advised by their obstetricians to chart their menstrual cycles and to learn to read their cervical mucous to determine when ovulation occurs each month. If a couple is still unsuccessful in conceiving they often look for services that offer in-vitro fertilization or fertility medications that will help in becoming pregnant.

In the in vitro fertilization process couples are assisted in stimulating the ovaries and thus inducing ovulation. Hormone levels are closely monitored. The male will donate sperm cells that are washed and prepared before being introduced to the female egg. The procedure in its entirety is painless and only takes about ten minutes to be carried out. It can take four to six weeks to actually retrieve the egg before in vitro fertilization can occur. The fertilization process usually takes about two weeks. This includes stimulating the ovaries, inducing ovulation, and the insemination. Once the egg is retrieved the embryo can be placed within three to five days.

The price of using fertility specialists, in vitro fertilization, and medications that aid in conception can become very costly. On average the costs are approximately $20,000. This usually includes four fresh fertilization IVF cycles at most clinics. Other costs may apply depending upon the nature of each individual case. Some of these factors may include sperm preservation, biopsy testing, embryo storage, ultrasounds, and genetic testing. Any premiums, medications, and additional testing are generally not included in this fee.

There are several clinics throughout Utah that specialize in fertility and offer reproductive services. If you are looking to use fertility medications to conceive your obstetrician can usually prescribe these. This is a short list of clinics that offer services.

The Reproductive Care Center was the first infertility private practice and in vitro fertilization center that was founded in Utah. The clinic has been open since 1996 and has shown to have excellent success rates in conception and pregnancy. The clinic uses the latest techniques and technologies that are available in the United States.

Reproductive Care Center
Reproductive Endocrinologist
Dr. James Bryner
10150 Petunia Way (10150 South 1405 East)
Sandy, Utah 84092
Tel: (801) 878-8888

The following specialists work through the University of Utah:

Reproductive Endocrinologist
Obstetrician & Gynecologist
Dr. Ahmad Hammoud
50 North Medical Drive, Suite 2B200
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Tel: (801) 581-7647

Obstetrics & Gynecology
Dr. Michael Draper
200 University Street
Salt Lake City, Utah 84012
Tel: (801) 581-8425

Reproductive Endocrinologist
Obstetrician & Gynecologist
Dr. C. Matthew Peterson
50 North Medical Drive, Suite 2B200
Salt Lake City, Utah 84132
Tel: (801) 581-4837

Sources:
University of Utah Fertility Clinic
University of Utah Endocrinology
American Pregnancy Association