When you’re considering or having fertility treatment, you’re bound to have lots of questions. We’ve answered some of our most frequently asked questions below, but if you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, get in touch – we’ll do what we can to help.
Regulation is a big factor. The clinic has to pay a fee for every cycle to the regulator, and all the regulations impose many additional staff, procedures and equipment into clinics beyond just what is needed to do the clinical practice. The cost base in the UK, not just for IVF but for medical care is high - but of course, nowhere near as high as the USA; and compared to, say some other European countries the UK has a higher wages structure and cost of living
NHS funding for fertility treatment are sadly, limited and often depend on where you live as to how much help you will receive. If you choose to go down the route of private you can choose the of location for your treatment, you will have access to unlimited treatment options, dedicated experts and newer technology and techniques that may not be available on the NHS.
Thank you for your interest in our Frequently Asked Questions section. Please note that all the answers we give you are on a general basis only, as we cannot provide more in-depth answers without a complete knowledge of your medical history. For a more detailed response, tailored to your needs, we advise you to have a consultation with one of our Fertility Specialists for more comprehensive medical advice.