Special Programs
We want to introduce those programs which, in either format, extent or quality, are
unique in the way they are offered at RGI's Institute for Human Reproduction.
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Egg and Oocyte Recipient Program
RGI/IHR's Egg and Oocyte Recipient Programs describe
the
unique
features of these programs, which are one of the largest, if not the largest, egg
donation and Oocyte donations programs in the nation. Our programs also
serve a large overseas clientele of recipients, and are well prepared to address
language and travel concerns for our patients from other countries, who are interested
in getting pregnant.
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Embryo Adoption Program
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RGI/IHR's Embryo Adoption (Embryo Donation)
Program
is renowned worldwide. Embryo Adoption is an example
of the many possibilities available for infertile couples interested in getting
pregnant.
The embryo adoption process is otherwise similar to egg donation and oocyte
donation. We ask recipient couples to fill out the Embryo Adoption Wish List,
which allows us to match donors with recipient couples. Once a match is made,
the cycle usually proceeds quickly.
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Shared Cost (Refund) Programs
In the Shared Cost Program, qualified patients
and their physicians share in the financial risk. In two out of three programs,
patients receive a full refund if they have not conceived upon completion of
their treatment. All three shared cost programs are offered to couples without
insurance coverage as a tool to decrease their financial burden.
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Repeated Pregnancy Loss Program
Miscarriage of pregnancy is a physically and emotionally challenging ordeal. When pregnancy loss is
repetitive, these feelings are magnified. Approximately 15-20% of all first pregnancies miscarry.
Fortunately for most couples, the risk of a second consecutive miscarriage is small (15-20%).
However, the risk of miscarriage after two consecutive pregnancy losses rises to 35-40% and continues
to rise with each subsequent miscarriage. It is estimated that 2-5% of couples
desiring pregnancy will suffer from recurrent pregnancy loss.
Establishing the correct diagnosis is important in treating couples with recurrent
pregnancy loss. Causes of recurrent pregnancy loss include chromosomal defects, abnormalities of
the uterus, hormonal insufficiencies, microbial infections and immunological factors.
RGI/IHR is well recognized for its expertise in reproductive immunology. RGI/IHR's
Repeated Pregnancy Loss Program focuses on identifying the underlying causes
of miscarriage and, when possible, treating them.
When an immunological cause of recurrent miscarriage is diagnosed, all forms
of immunotherapy are
available through the program.
Recently, a new genetic cause of repeated pregnancy loss has been described in the literature where selectively male fetuses are lost. How this kind of pregnancy loss can be reduced through the use of Preimplantation
Genetic Diagnosis (PGD).
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Special Care Programs
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Most fertility centers will NOT accept patients into treatment if their chance
of conceiving is judged to be improbable. To service these patients, RGI/IHR
has established our Special Care Program.
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At RGI/IHR we believe that our principal responsibility is NOT to our program
statistics, but to our patients. We strongly believe that the well-informed
couple, who fully recognizes their low chance of conception but still wishes
to conceive, is entitled to receive their desired treatments.
The following human reproduction circumstances may qualify you for participation:
- Advanced Female Age
- Poor Ovarian Response to Prior Stimulation
- Age - Inadequate Response to Prior Stimulation
- Multiple Failed IVF (in-vitro fertilization) Cycles
- Immunological Disease
As a participant in our Special Care Program, your treatment will be individualized
to your special circumstances. Even some of our human reproduction competitors
refer their poor prognosis patients to RGI/IHR. They know that we will give
them a chance.
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Alternative Lifestyle Programs
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RGI/IHR has considerable experience in supporting couples as well as individuals
who have chosen alternative lifestyles. We strongly feel that reproduction
is an
essential and
personal right and should be unencumbered by other people's judgments.
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If you have any questions regarding any of RGI/IHR's Special Programs, please Contact
Us.
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