Shady Grove Fertility in Rockville, MD

Initial consultation to review current fertility status and discuss egg freezing as an option, including scheduling ovarian reserve testing.

Flash-freezing procedure using vitrification technology to preserve mature eggs at current quality for future use.

Transvaginal procedure under anesthesia performed at an ambulatory surgery center to retrieve mature eggs following stimulation and trigger injection.

Laboratory procedure in which a single sperm is injected into a thawed egg to achieve fertilization, necessary due to egg coat hardening during freezing.

Simple in-clinic procedure without anesthesia to transfer fertilized embryo into the uterus after preparing the endometrial lining with estrogen and progesterone.

Assessment of egg quantity and quality through hormonal blood tests and ultrasound to determine ovarian function before freezing.

Regular monitoring during stimulation cycle, including bloodwork and ultrasound appointments (6 to 9 visits) to track follicle growth and adjust medication dosages.

Diagnostic testing to evaluate the uterus and Fallopian tubes before using frozen eggs or donor sperm.

Laboratory analysis of sperm count and quality for male partner before fertilization procedures.

Social work consultation to discuss emotional and practical considerations when using donor sperm, including selection from certified sperm banks.