About Us
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Physicians on the IVF team are members of the UBC Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. Their areas of interest and expertise include reproductive endocrinology, andrology, tubal surgery, endometriosis and immunology. |
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Nurses on the IVF team are experienced in infertility and IVF. These healthcare professionals have been trained and are available to discuss questions and concerns couples may have before, during and after the IVF cycle as well as providing emotional support, teaching, and a link to community resources. All teaching and counselling is done in private sessions with a focus on individual personalised care. |
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The IVF lab personnel who are trained in embryology, andrology and cytogenetics are dedicated solely to reproductive technologies and perform specialised procedures, such as semen analyses for in vitro fertilitzation and intrauterine insemination, invitro fertilitzation, embryo culture, cryopreservation (freezing) of embryos, and intracytoplasmic sperm injection. |
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Young Moon, Ph.D, Emirtus
Sai Ma, Ph.D.
Susanne Geary
Helen Ryu
Jack Wei
Editha. Zamuco - Garcia |
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A counsellor is available for three hours of individual counselling to couples or individuals in the IVF Program who wish to receive support to understand and cope with emotional and psychological aspects of the infertility process. In addition, there is a weekly support group facilitated by the counsellor |
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Karin Schwartz MSW & Janna Stark Glassman MA
Holly Yager
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Mission Statement
As a leader in reproductive medicine, we provide comprehensive care to our clients in a personalized, compassionate and ethical manner. As an academic, non-profit organization, we diligently engage in research and education to constantly improve the quality of care according to evidence-based practice.
Vision
To be the centre of excellence for reproductive medicine in clinical care, research and education
Values
- We respect the importance of family building
- We respect the integrity of the individual
- We make decisions according to ethical principles and the best interests of those we serve
Goals
- To continuously foster and promote research
- To provide education to health professionals, clients and the community
- To further enhance a holistic approach to reproductive care
- To become the major referral centre for reproductive care
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