The COVID-19 is a newer variation of Coronavirus with unique characteristics. We have experience navigating other similar viruses, such as MERS and SARS, that can provide valuable guidance. Every passing day, experts are conducting new studies and providing data that can help us know how to better protect ourselves from this deadly virus and the available treatment options.
At present, health experts agree that is it is important to prevent the risk factors for the infection and that everyone should avoid contracting the virus. Thankfully, there are a lot of simple things we can do to mitigate the risk, such as washing our hands frequently, disinfecting surfaces, avoiding crowded places, practicing social distancing, etc.
As we keep an eye on the latest developments about the coronavirus situation, we are dedicated to monitoring the news and recent studies about COVID-19 while implementing protocols to ensure our patients’ safety. Our ultimate goal is to ensure we meet our patients’ needs and, at the same time, do all we can to keep our clients, staff, and communities safe.
Special note: We will continue to review and update our guidance as this coronavirus situation evolves. We aim to maintain the highest level of safety without disrupting patient care. Also, we implore you to keep checking the website of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for the latest information about COVID-19 and pregnancy.
According to the CDC, most people have a low risk of exposure to coronavirus disease. However, those in the following groups are at higher risk of contracting COVID-19:
As we have mentioned above, there are some general precautions we need to be taking when it comes to personal, home, and office hygiene. The most important ones are regular washing of hands and social distancing.
To lower the risk of getting the virus during your treatment cycle, we advise that you remain cautious and practice social distancing, most especially when you are undergoing the cycle. Also, try to avoid social gatherings and work from home if you are permitted. And if you need help requesting the modifications from your boss, your fertility doctor will be glad to hand you a note asking for the modifications.
The health of patients who are being stimulated for a fertility treatment cycle matters. If you are experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19 or acute respiratory infection (cough, sore throat, or fever) or have been in touch with someone who has been diagnosed with coronavirus, please contact your healthcare professional or a coronavirus testing facility ASAP.
Currently, there’s no need to wait as we have resumed our regular consultations and treatments cycle with full pace. Our consultations can be scheduled online via phone or Skype. If you like, you can also come to our clinic for an in-office consultation.
If you are experiencing symptoms, have been in contact with an infected person, or have been infected with Coronavirus, we recommend that you have your cycle rescheduled to a later time. Please check with your coordinator or doctor to discuss your situation.
As with many other viral infections, there’s no scientific evidence to show that coronavirus disease can be transmitted to embryos. Neither is there any evidence to prove that the virus can be passed on to eggs or sperm. In fact, one of the advantages of using ART (assisted reproductive technology) over natural conception is that the procedures are designed to reduce exposure and control variables.
If you are suspecting you might have contracted the virus, you are going to be placed on home quarantine till we can confirm that you are free from the infection.
Your cycle will be rescheduled. This means that you won’t be permitted to go on with elective procedures, such as artificial insemination, egg retrievals, or embryo transfers. Your treatment cycle will be postponed until you are 100% healthy. Even your frozen embryos won’t be thawed until it’s time to transfer them.
We understand that you may be disappointed that your cycle will be postponed, but we are doing this to ensure your safety.
We are going to focus on symptoms management. You will have to take acetaminophen, an over-the-counter drug that is used to relieve fevers. The aim is to make sure your body temperature does not exceed 100.50. In some instances, your doctor may choose to prescribe an anti-viral drug that is known to be safe for pregnant women.
Although there’s not much research on this area, an early study of 9 infected pregnant women looks promising. The study indicates that the coronavirus is not transmitted from mother to baby, and researchers could not detect viral particles in the samples of cord blood, amniotic fluid, or breast milk. Your doctor and local hospital will have the needed resources and develop a detailed monitoring plan for you and your baby.
At Coastal Fertility Medical Center, we welcome and support individuals of all sexual orientations and gender identities in their journey to parenthood. Our fertility specialists receive ongoing LGBTQ+ training to ensure an inclusive, compassionate, and understanding environment. From the first consultation to the final IVF cycle, we take positive steps to provide an experience where every patient feels respected, supported, and valued.
We believe in complete financial transparency. While some clinics offer lower initial prices only to add unexpected treatment costs later, we ensure our patients know every potential expense before beginning their treatment. There are no hidden fees or surprise charges—every cost is clearly outlined from the start, allowing you to plan your fertility journey.
The fertility care industry is often fragmented, forcing patients to navigate multiple providers for different stages of their treatment. At Coastal Fertility, we simplify the steps to fertility by offering a complete, all-inclusive model. Our integrated services help patients manage infertility’s physical, emotional, and financial aspects, ensuring a supportive experience from start to finish.
Our globally recognized team of fertility specialists is dedicated to improving IVF technologies for better patient outcomes. At Coastal Fertility, you won’t just rely on one doctor—you’ll benefit from the combined knowledge of multiple experts. Our team holds case review meetings every week, ensuring that each patient benefits from collective insights and a multidisciplinary approach.
Many patients come to us after being turned away by other clinics. We specialize in difficult infertility cases, helping those who may have been considered “hopeless” elsewhere. We consistently achieve IVF cycle success rates well above the industry average through advanced fertility care, internal collaboration, and cutting-edge techniques.
Every patient’s journey is unique, and so is our approach. Unlike facilities with a one-size-fits-all approach, our fertility specialists use more than 40 customized protocols to improve success rates. This personalized strategy extends to our state-of-the-art fertility laboratory, where our on-site lab director and expert team carefully nurture each embryo and egg. By tailoring every step of the IVF process, we help patients take positive steps toward parenthood.
Following the Preimplantation Genetic Screening process, which helps ensure there are normal chromosome numbers and detects possible genetic disorders, the most healthy embryo(s) are selected to be implanted into your or your chosen surrogate’s womb. 2 weeks after the transfer of the embryo, your physician will conduct a final blood test to determine the level of hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) in your body. Increased hCG levels usually indicate a positive pregnancy test.
For fertilization to take place, the collected egg and sperm are combined in a petri dish and cultured in an embryo incubator. This dish is closely watched to check whether any of the eggs have been fertilized. Once the egg is fertilized, it is referred to as an embryo or a blastocyst on the 5th day of development. Our in-house embryologist carefully nurtures every embryo to the right time, even if it means working outside the standard business operating hours. For instance: If an oocyte is not mature, our laboratory will wait for it to mature and then ICSI it at the right time.
The egg retrieval is a slightly invasive medical procedure that takes about 20 to 30 minutes. You will be given an anesthetic to make you sleep for the duration of the procedure. Using ultrasound technology, your doctor will harvest your eggs transvaginally with a small, hollow needle connected to an ultrasound probe. Once your eggs are collected, your partner’s semen or donor sperm you have pre-selected is used for fertilization. The sperm are washed and prepared, and the top-quality sperm extracted is used to fertilize the eggs.
Your doctor will create a customized medication schedule that contains information about the fertility medications and hormone injections you have to take. Medication and injections are taken to encourage your ovaries to mature a large number of eggs for fertilization. Since women don’t respond to fertility drugs and hormones the same way, personalized protocols are crucial to the IVF cycle success. At Coastal Fertility, we will monitor you closely, letting you understand the changes occurring in your body and keeping track of how your egg follicles are growing.
The infertility industry is currently segmented, with each service or treatment being handled by a different provider. Our all-inclusive model simplifies an otherwise complex and difficult process. We are here to revolutionize the infertility industry by offering a one-stop-service model to assist our patients through infertility challenges while reducing physical, emotional, and financial risks.
Coastal Fertility Medical Center offers one of the most advanced fertility treatments and is completely transparent regarding the costs of procedures and any other expenses that you may have to pay before commencing your treatment. This differentiates us from some fertility clinics that reduce prices before the signing of the contract but charge you extra later on. We make sure our patients are well aware of any possible extra pricing that may occur over the course of their treatment.
Our fertility clinic focuses on helping you build your family regardless of your sexual orientation or the gender you choose to identify with. We are even taking further steps to make LGTB people feel more welcome at our fertility clinic. Each of our patient-facing staff goes through LGTB training to let family-building clinicians provide necessary support and make you feel highly welcome.
Our globally respected team of specialists are helping improve IVF technologies to enter into a generation of better outcomes for infertility. Although you’ll have a doctor guiding you, you are also going to benefit from the experience and insights of other doctors during case review collaboration meetings, which take place every week. So, you won’t just rely on the expertise of a specialist but benefit from the knowledge of many reputed fertility experts.
We know that every situation is different and that everyone requires different treatments. Unlike facilities that take “a one-size-fits-all” approach for all cases, our fertility specialists use more than 40 customized protocols to raise the chances of success. The customized approach even extends to our fertility laboratory. Our on-site lab director and his highly-experienced team nurture every embryo and egg to increase the odds of success of each cycle.
Our team specializes in difficult cases and help patients who may have been considered “hopeless” at other fertility clinics. Thanks to our personalized solutions, expertise, and internal collaboration, weare able to maximize pregnancy success rates that are well above the industry average, even in difficult infertility cases.
Your Reproductive Endocrinologist will take all factors into consideration and create a comprehensive plan of care, otherwise known as the treatment plan. This plan will include treatment recommendations from the physician and enable your financial coordinator to make a precise quotation once you meet.
On-site consultations typicallyinclude a standard fertility evaluation, consisting of a physical examination, complementary follicular ultrasound, and testing to enable your doctor to know your present fertility status and draw up a treatment plan.
This consultation includes a detailed medical evaluation with a doctor. You and your physician will review your health records and have enough time to talk about your goals and get answers to your questions. We recommend that you jot down all your questions before the visit to allow you to make the best use of the time spent with your doctor.
Upon your arrival, you will check in with a Patient Care Coordinator. We will obtain your insurance information for benefits verification, a copy of your identification and take a picture for your electronic medical chart
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