Credentials to Look For
- Board certification in obstetrics/gynecology and, ideally, subspecialty training or certification in reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI).
- Active hospital or clinic licensure in the relevant jurisdiction.
- Documented laboratory accreditation for the embryology and andrology labs the clinician works with.
Reasonable Questions to Ask
- How many cases similar to mine do you treat each year?
- How are success rates reported at this clinic — per cycle, per transfer, or cumulative?
- Who performs the embryology work, and what accreditation does the lab hold?
- What is included in the base cost, and what is billed separately?
- Who is my point of contact between visits?
Second Opinions
Seeking a second opinion is standard in reproductive medicine. It is appropriate whenever a plan is unclear, feels rushed, or lacks a documented rationale.