Hey friends! We’ve just hit a major milestone at our donor egg bank – we recently celebrated our 100th embryo transfer! This is a huge moment for us, especially since we opened our doors back in 2012 as the first standalone egg bank in Northern California. Our program director, Jamie Thompson, shared, “This milestone is incredibly exciting for the entire team; it’s been a true labor of love.”
Our Journey
Our journey began back in 2007 when we embraced cutting-edge egg-freezing technology known as vitrification. This leap allowed us to create our frozen donor egg bank after carefully fine-tuning our lab techniques for optimal patient outcomes. Interestingly, while we’ve performed many more fresh transfers than frozen ones, the frozen donor egg program is on the rise. Jamie pointed out that the success rates for pregnancy using fresh versus frozen eggs are statistically very similar, which is fantastic news for our patients!
What Contributes to Our Success?
So, what’s contributing to our success? Well, having all our experts in one place means our patients get the best care possible from experienced physicians and embryologists. Dr. Sarah Lee, our medical director, brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and research background to the table. Plus, utilizing frozen donor eggs offers greater affordability and flexibility. For instance, with a guarantee of two embryos, cycles using frozen donor eggs cost about half of what fresh cycles do, and recipients can choose their transfer schedule. As more people opt for frozen eggs, the variety of donors available is also expanding.
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Conclusion
In summary, we’re thrilled about our donor egg bank’s progress and the positive impact it’s having on our patients. With advancements in technology and a dedicated team, we’re committed to helping people on their fertility journeys.