We’re thrilled to mark a significant milestone—25 incredible years and the birth of more than 40,000 little ones! To celebrate this journey, we’re launching the “Believe It’s Possible” campaign that aims to inspire hope and remind those facing infertility that there are effective treatments available to help almost everyone achieve their dreams of parenthood.
When we first opened our doors back in 1991, we welcomed a Shady Grove baby roughly every 20 days. Fast forward to today, and we’re celebrating the arrival of 10 babies each day! That makes us the leading fertility center in the country.
Our story began in Rockville, MD, with two dedicated doctors, Sarah Johnson, M.D., and Tom Stevens, M.D. Now, our team has grown to include 34 reproductive endocrinologists alongside a specialized staff of 600 professionals, all committed to caring for patients across 18 full-service offices and five satellite sites in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and D.C. With three new locations opening soon in Virginia, our reach is expanding!
“For the past 25 years, we’ve focused on enhancing treatment outcomes for individuals and couples looking to grow their families,” says Laura, our CEO. Our main embryology lab has consistently been recognized for handling the highest volume of assisted reproductive technology (ART) cycles in the nation, showcasing the dedication and expertise of our team.
In 2014 alone, our state-of-the-art labs conducted nearly 10,000 ART cycles, which is nearly 5% of the total ART cycles in the U.S. We also lead in fresh non-donor IVF cycles for women under 40, as well as donor cycles, frozen donor cycles, and live births from various IVF methods.
“When it comes to overcoming infertility, it’s all about teamwork—from our staff to our patients, and even our supportive community,” says Mark, our Co-founder and Director of IVF. “We believe in pushing boundaries and never settling for less than what’s best for our patients.”
The “Believe It’s Possible” campaign invites everyone in our community—past patients, current families, and our dedicated staff—to share their personal stories and reasons to believe in the journey towards parenthood. Whether it’s our tailored financial programs, our top-notch success rates, or the personalized care we offer, every journey is unique, just like each individual’s dream of starting a family.
As we continue this celebratory year, we encourage you to join the movement by sharing your own reasons to believe on social media using the hashtag #BelieveItsPossible. You can find inspiration in our other blog posts, like this one about cramps and contractions after sex during pregnancy, which can be a common concern for expectant parents.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your fertility journey, check out the resources available at Make A Mom for couples considering intracervical insemination. Also, for detailed information on IVF, visit this excellent resource provided by the Mayo Clinic.
In summary, we’re celebrating 25 years of success in helping families grow, with a firm belief in the possibilities that lie ahead. Here’s to many more years of hope and joy for all those on their fertility journeys!