Choosing an IVF specialist is an important decision because fertility treatment can involve several months of investigations, medication, procedures and follow-up. Convenience matters, but it should not be the only factor when comparing providers.
Couples looking for an IVF specialist in Cuffe Parade, Marine Lines or Charni Road can consult Dr. Spenta Sumondy at Dr. Spenta’s Gynaec Clinic. The initial discussion should clarify the possible cause of infertility and whether IVF is genuinely the most suitable next step.
Look for Diagnosis-Based Recommendations
A responsible IVF plan begins with an evaluation of both partners. The specialist should review menstrual history, age, ovarian reserve, uterine health, fallopian-tube findings and semen analysis before advising treatment.
IVF may be appropriate for blocked fallopian tubes, severe male infertility, reduced ovarian reserve, endometriosis or unsuccessful simpler treatments. In other cases, timed intercourse, ovulation treatment or IUI may still be reasonable.
Be cautious when IVF is recommended immediately without adequate investigation or explanation.
Ask for Age-Specific Success Information
A single clinic-wide success percentage can be misleading. IVF outcomes vary substantially according to female age, egg source, diagnosis, embryo stage and whether frozen or fresh embryos are transferred.
Ask whether the quoted figure refers to:
- Positive pregnancy tests
- Ultrasound-confirmed pregnancies
- Ongoing pregnancies
- Live births
- Results per transfer or per complete cycle
Live-birth rates by age group provide more meaningful information than a broadly advertised pregnancy rate.
Review What the Treatment Cost Includes
The initial quotation may not represent the complete cost. Ask for a written estimate covering:
- Consultation and monitoring
- Hormonal medicines
- Blood tests and scans
- Egg retrieval
- Anaesthesia
- Laboratory fertilisation
- ICSI, if required
- Embryo transfer
- Embryo freezing
- Annual storage
- Frozen embryo transfer
- Additional laboratory procedures
Not every optional treatment add-on improves the chance of having a baby. Each additional procedure should have a clear reason.
Consider Communication and Accessibility
IVF involves appointments that must follow the body’s response rather than a fixed calendar. Couples may need early-morning scans, medication changes or short-notice procedures.
For patients travelling from Cuffe Parade, Marine Lines or Charni Road, location and appointment coordination can affect treatment stress. It should be clear whom to contact for medication queries, unexpected symptoms or schedule changes.
Couples should feel comfortable asking questions without being rushed or pressured into immediate payment.
Check Consent and Embryo Policies
Before beginning a cycle, the clinic should explain:
- How eggs and sperm will be used
- Whether IVF or ICSI is planned
- How many embryos may be transferred
- Which embryos may be frozen
- Storage arrangements and fees
- What happens to unused embryos
- Risks associated with multiple pregnancy
- Circumstances in which a cycle may be cancelled
Consent should be informed and documented rather than treated as a routine signature.
Look for Honest Expectations
No IVF specialist can promise a successful pregnancy. A trustworthy provider explains the possibility of poor ovarian response, failed fertilisation, embryo arrest, unsuccessful implantation and miscarriage.
The specialist should also discuss whether repeated cycles are medically reasonable and when donor treatment or another option may deserve consideration.
The right IVF specialist combines clinical judgment, laboratory coordination, transparency and respectful communication. This gives couples the information needed to proceed with realistic expectations.
Schedule a fertility consultation to discuss your most appropriate next step.
