Infertility Treatment IVF

Advanced Infertility Treatment Department

Shahid Akbarabadi Maternal Support Educational and Medical Center

Department Head:

Dr. Mahnaz Ashrafi

Obstetrics, Gynecology & Infertility Specialists:

Dr. Mahnaz Ashrafi (Obstetrician-Gynecologist, Fellowship in Infertility & IVF)
Dr. Shahnaz Ahmadi (Obstetrician-Gynecologist, Fellowship in Infertility & IVF)
Dr. Mojgan Javdani Masroor (Obstetrician-Gynecologist, Fellowship in Infertility & IVF)
Dr. Azadeh Akbari Saneh (Obstetrician-Gynecologist, Fellowship in Infertility & IVF)
Dr. Farahnaz Farzaneh (Surgeon & Obstetrician-Gynecologist, Fellowship in Infertility & IVF)

Reproductive Biology Specialists:

Dr. Zahra Zandieh (PhD in Reproductive Biology, Embryologist)
Dr. Fatemeh Amjadi (PhD in Reproductive Biology, Embryologist)

Services Offered:

Microinjection (ICSI)
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
Fresh and frozen embryo transfer
Embryo freezing and storage
Egg and sperm cryopreservation
Semen analysis
Biopsy for PGD, PGS, CGH Array (genetic screening)
Laser-assisted hatching
Blastocyst culture (Day 5 embryos)
Advanced sperm function tests
DNA fragmentation analysis using modern technologies
Fertility preservation for advanced age and cancer patients
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) intrauterine injection

About the Department:

Established in December 2012, this subspecialty center aims to provide infertility treatment, research, and education in reproductive sciences. It is the only public infertility treatment center in South Tehran, offering a calm and respectful environment with a highly skilled multidisciplinary team including gynecologists, urologists, embryologists, midwives, lab technicians, nurses, and anesthetists.

Financial Support Program:

Under the Health Transformation Plan, 85% of infertility treatment costs are covered by the Ministry of Health, and patients pay only 15%. Supported services include:

ICSI
IVF
Frozen embryo transfer
IUI

Treatment Process Overview:

IVF Procedure:

Couple visits the infertility clinic and opens a medical file
Woman is examined by infertility subspecialist
Man is examined by urologist
Hormonal tests on days 2–3 of menstrual cycle
Semen analysis
Treatment cycle determined (IVF, ICSI, or IUI)
Vaginal ultrasound and cycle initiation
Serial ultrasounds until follicles reach optimal size
Referral to IVF unit for procedure

IUI Procedure:

Couple opens a file at the infertility clinic
Woman is examined by infertility subspecialist
Vaginal ultrasound on days 2–3 of cycle
Serial ultrasounds until follicle maturation
Referral to IVF unit for IUI

Additional Procedures:

Laparoscopy: Minimally invasive surgery to diagnose and treat pelvic conditions such as cysts, adhesions, infections, and uterine masses. Best performed within two weeks after menstruation.
Hysteroscopy: Endoscopic examination of the uterus via the vagina for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Ideal timing is within two weeks post-menstruation.
Hysterosalpingography (HSG): Imaging technique to evaluate the uterus and fallopian tubes, typically done immediately after menstruation.
Sperm Analysis (Spermiogram): First-line test for male infertility. Best performed three days after intercourse, with prior HIV, hepatitis, and syphilis screening.
Endometrial Scratch: Enhances embryo implantation during IVF. Performed between days 17–21 of the cycle. No anesthesia required.

Age-Based Requirements:

Under 40: Routine tests and internal medicine consultation
Over 40: Cardiology, internal medicine, anesthesia consultation, mammography, and breast ultrasound required

Akbar Abadi Hospital