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Yahoo
08-05-2025
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Illume Fertility Sponsors and Attends Men Having Babies Berlin, Dedicated to Providing Educational and Financial Support for European Fathers-to-Be Seeking Parenting Options
Founder, Medical Director and Partner at Illume Fertility Dr. Mark Leondires Moderated Panel on Finding and Selecting Your Egg Donor; Panelist on the Medical Aspects of Surrogacy NORWALK, Conn., May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Illume Fertility, a leading fertility practice in the tri-state area providing an exceptional patient experience and cutting-edge treatments from award-winning physicians to help patients achieve their fertility and family-building goals, this past weekend, attended Men Having Babies (MHB) Berlin, an international conference dedicated to providing gay men with educational and financial support to achieve parenthood through surrogacy. Having treated patients from more than 50 countries with 1,500+ successful surrogacy journeys and 15,000+ babies born, Illume Fertility was on hand to provide leadership and guidance to the hundreds of attendees seeking parenting options. Founder, Medical Director and Partner at Illume Fertility Dr. Mark Leondires, moderated a panel entitled Finding and Selecting Your Egg Donor, as well as provided education at the Medical Aspects of Surrogacy, the conference's medical panel. He shared, "We are incredibly proud to support the Men Having Babies conference in Berlin, which continues to open doors for intended fathers across Europe who are pursuing the dream of parenthood. By connecting these fathers-to-be with vital resources, expert guidance, and a strong network of support, this event empowers these intended parents to take meaningful steps toward building their families. At Illume, we are honored to stand alongside Men Having Babies and are dedicated to making prospective parents' paths to parenthood more accessible, successful, and filled with hope." Across most of Europe, gay men who wish to become fathers, face serious legal, cultural, and financial obstacles. With over 15,000 future and current gay parents worldwide, MHB is dedicated to helping gay men become parents. While the event is organized by gay parenting organizations, for the first time, special programming was added to the conference specifically designed for prospective heterosexual parents. Illume has sponsored MHB's Berlin conference as well as others domestically for a number of years. Proceeds from sponsorship fees benefit the Gay Parenting Assistance Program (GPAP). "Since surrogacy in the U.K. still involves significant restrictions, many intended parents choose to travel to the United States for the process instead," said UK dads Doug and Sanjay who chose to work with Illume Fertility after extensive online research and speaking with other LGBTQ+ parents who pursued surrogacy. "Illume's location in Connecticut was perfect for us, as I'm a flight attendant and we visit the East Coast regularly," said Doug. "As soon as we started working with Illume, we also realized how inclusive it was, and that made us feel so welcome." For more information on LGBTQ+ paths to parenthood, visit About Illume FertilityIllume Fertility is a leading fertility practice in the tri-state area providing a best-in-class patient experience and cutting-edge treatments by award-winning physicians to help patients achieve their fertility and family-building goals. Led by an expert team of nine highly credentialed, board-certified reproductive endocrinologists, many of whom have received Castle Connolly's prestigious Top Doc award, Illume Fertility specializes in a complete range of assisted reproductive technologies (ART) including intrauterine insemination (IUI), in vitro fertilization (IVF), preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) and egg, sperm, and embryo cryopreservation. Recognized as a Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign for seven consecutive years, Illume Fertility's commitment to inclusive care includes a world-renowned egg donation and gestational surrogacy program, a dedicated team of third-party reproduction experts, and Gay Parents To Be®, an award-winning resource hub offering tailored support for LGBTQ+ family building. Illume Fertility is the only regional fertility clinic with offices in Connecticut and New York offering comprehensive holistic support services, including in-house nutrition counseling, onsite genetic counselors, fertility acupuncture, yoga for fertility, community events, as well as a network of mental health providers focused on fertility and family-building. Illume Fertility is proud of its exceptional success rates and continues to be a leader in patient-centered care, providing compassionate, expert guidance to each prospective parent we serve. Media ContactStacy Callahan, Astonish Media Group, 917-972-1101, stacy@ Andretta, Illume Fertility, 845-494-7229, vandretta@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Illume Fertility
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Illume Fertility Recognizes National Infertility Awareness Week® with Impactful Patient Storytelling Campaign and Reduced Costs on Consultations
A diverse collection of patient stories, community events, advocacy resources, and a limited-time initial consultation discount are designed to empower those navigating infertility NORWALK, Conn., April 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Illume Fertility, an award-winning fertility practice in the tri-state area known for its exceptional success rates and best-in-class patient experience, has announced the launch of its annual campaign for National Infertility Awareness Week® (NIAW). From April 20–26, 2025, Illume's week-long campaign aims to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and amplify the voices of those impacted by infertility. The campaign will feature five unique patient stories, shared daily on Illume Fertility's Learning Center and social media platforms. Each story offers an honest, deeply personal look at the many paths to parenthood — including IVF, IUI, surrogacy, and donor conception, as well as the emotional difficulties of navigating fertility challenges. "National Infertility Awareness Week serves as an important reminder that 1 in 6 couples face infertility," says Dr. Mark Leondires, Medical Director and Founder of Illume Fertility. "At Illume, we're dedicated to making expert care and supportive resources accessible to everyone on their family-building journey. Through innovative offerings like our Sunfish IVF Success Program, discounted new patient consultations, special financing options, and personalized guidance on grants and other resources, we help empower individuals and couples to take the next step with confidence." In honor of NIAW, Illume is offering $100 off each initial consultation with a fertility doctor for new, self-pay patients who book by May 15, 2025, and complete their appointment by June 15, 2025. Virtual and in-person appointments are available, allowing for greater accessibility to care. As part of its 2025 NIAW campaign, Illume Fertility has announced the following events: Fertility 101: Facts, Myths, and Your Next Steps | A Special NIAW EventThursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM ET In recognition of National Infertility Awareness Week, reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Alexander Kucherov will host an informative virtual event covering everything from fertility basics to advanced treatment pathways, common misconceptions about infertility, and more. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from a fertility expert, including during a live Q&A. Register here. Meet Illume's IVF Success Program with SunfishWednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM ET IVF helps millions of families grow each year, but affording treatment can be challenging. We encourage you to join us for this empowering webinar to explore all of your options, including Illume Fertility's new IVF Success Program with Sunfish. This virtual event includes a comprehensive overview of the program, which includes an all-inclusive, money-back guarantee package designed to support patients throughout each step of their IVF journey. Register here. Egg Freezing 101: Taking Control of Your FertilityThursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM ET Join reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Spencer Richlin at Illume's Stamford location for an in-depth discussion on egg freezing and how to navigate the process with an expert team. Hear from a former Illume patient, an IVF nurse, and a financial counselor who will help demystify all aspects of treatment. Register here. Optimizing Your Fertility Through NutritionThursday, May 15, 2025 at 12:00 PM ET Grab your lunch and join Illume Fertility's in-house Nutrition Team, Jill Hickey, RDN, and Jennifer Walsh, RDN, for an insightful midday webinar all about fertility nutrition. In this special session, they'll cover the connection between fertility and nutrition, fertility-friendly foods and supplements to support your journey, and end with a live Q&A. Register here. "We're committed to building a culture of compassion and openness around infertility," says Dr. Spencer Richlin, Surgical Director at Illume Fertility. "Infertility can be such an isolating experience, and too many people still suffer in silence. This week is about changing that." To explore stories, register for events, or learn how to get involved, visit About Illume FertilityIllume Fertility is a leading fertility practice in the tri-state area providing a best-in-class patient experience and cutting-edge treatments by award-winning physicians to help patients achieve their fertility and family-building goals. Led by an expert team of nine highly credentialed, board-certified reproductive endocrinologists — many of whom have received Castle Connolly's prestigious Top Doc award — Illume Fertility specializes in a complete range of assisted reproductive technologies (ART), including intrauterine insemination (IUI), in vitro fertilization (IVF), preimplantation genetic testing (PGT), and egg, sperm, and embryo cryopreservation. Recognized as a Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign for seven consecutive years, Illume Fertility's commitment to inclusive care includes a world-renowned egg donation and gestational surrogacy program, a dedicated team of third-party reproduction experts, and Gay Parents To Be®, an award-winning resource hub offering tailored support for LGBTQ+ family building. Illume Fertility is the only regional fertility clinic with offices in both Connecticut and New York offering comprehensive holistic support services, including in-house nutrition counseling, onsite genetic counselors, fertility acupuncture, yoga for fertility, community events, and a network of mental health providers specializing in fertility and family-building. Proud of its exceptional success rates, Illume Fertility remains a leader in patient-centered care, providing compassionate, expert guidance to every individual and couple we serve. Media ContactStacy Callahan, Astonish Media Group, 917-972-1101, stacy@ Andretta, Illume Fertility, 845-494-7229, vandretta@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Illume Fertility
Yahoo
21-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Reproductive specialist on Trump executive order to protect IVF
CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — News that is encouraging for people finding it difficult to start a family: President Trump's latest executive order is looking to make fertility treatments more affordable and accessible for Americans. Right now, invitro fertilization, also known as IVF, treatments range in price from $12,000 to $15,000 per cycle. It's estimated that 1 in 8 couples in the U.S. struggle with infertility, which is about 6.7 million people. Trump has signed an executive order on IVF. Here's what you should know about the procedure The executive order instructs that the assistant to the president for domestic policy to give Trump a list of recommendations on protecting IVF. A Connecticut reproductive specialist said that while the news is encouraging, there are some concerns. 'There are certain treatments where IVF is required for people to build their families,' Dr. Alex Kucherov, reproductive endocrinologist at Illume Fertility, said. 'For example, if someone has tubule factor infertility, perhaps scar tissue in their abdomen from prior appendicitis, they need IVF to build their families. For many people, unfortunately, this is not an option. For instance, folks on public insurance, such as Medicaid. It's typically not covered.' IVF is also not covered by federal insurance. It has yet to be determined how this executive order would roll out. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
