Provider Selection Checklist

Use these questions when comparing any fertility clinic. Written answers are more useful than verbal ones — request them in writing where possible.

Credentials

Physician subspecialty training and years of practice?
Facility licensure and regulatory body?
Laboratory accreditation?

Case Experience

Annual volume of cases similar to mine?
Age-stratified live birth rates for my age group?
Cumulative outcomes across fresh + frozen transfers?

Cost & Contract

Written itemized quote?
What triggers additional charges?
Refund or credit policy if a cycle is cancelled?

Care Model

Named point of contact and response-time expectations?
How are records shared with my home-country physician?
Emergency protocols during and after treatment?

Ethics and Consent

Consent documents in a language I read fluently?
Written policies on embryo storage, disposition, and donor programs?

Medical Reviewer

Hospital Cyntar Medical Team

Reproductive Medicine — Tijuana, Mexico

Reviewer profile & board

Last Reviewed

November 2025

Next review due: November 2026

Reviewed at least annually against current peer-reviewed literature and professional society guidance.

What Review Covered

Clinical accuracy, alignment with ASRM/ESHRE/WHO guidance, balanced presentation of benefits and limitations, and plain-language readability.

References & Sources

Editorial Standards

Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. No fertility treatment can guarantee pregnancy or live birth. Individual outcomes vary. Always consult a qualified fertility specialist regarding your specific medical situation.