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At UCSF, we don’t just treat patients—we walk alongside them.

Dr. Marcelle Cedars Director of The UCSF Center for Reproductive Health
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Research

Our faculty collaborate across disciplines and institutions to drive breakthroughs in fertility, pregnancy loss, PCOS, hormonal conditions, menopause, and more. With patient partnership at the core, we translate scientific discoveries into real-world treatments.

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Advocacy

In this video, Dr. Marcelle Cedars joins Senator Caroline Menjivar in advocating for SB729, a groundbreaking bill that would expand insurance coverage and increase access to fertility care for millions of Californians. Dr. Cedars discusses why infertility should be recognized and covered like any other medical condition.

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Dr. Elena HogenEsch, current Clinical Fellow 

Education

The UCSF Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI) Fellowship Program is a three-year training program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. The fellowship is a broad-based clinical and research fellowship with emphasis on interdisciplinary and translational training and research. 

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Our Programs

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The UCSF Multidisciplinary PCOS Clinic offers an integrated approach to treating polycystic ovary syndrome. Patients see an entire team of specialists in reproductive endocrinology/infertility, dermatology, nutrition, psychology, and genetics. We work together with each patient to create an individualized treatment plan. 

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The UCSF Fertility Preservation Program is focused on quickly providing you with the information you need to make educated decisions about your fertility preservation options prior to cancer treatment. Our dedicated medical team will help you  plan for the possibility of building a family when the time is right.

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Ovum, or egg, donation can make pregnancy possible for individuals who are unable to conceive using their own eggs. Established in 1991, the UCSF Ovum Donor Program was one of the first programs in the Bay Area. Today, it helps more than 100 people become parents each year.

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The UCSF Male Reproductive Health Center treats the entire spectrum of male infertility problems. We specialize in microsurgical procedures and medical treatments for conditions including blockages in the male reproductive system, mechanical problems with ejaculation and low sperm production.

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Parnassus Lab

The Center for Reproductive Sciences is an organized research unit of the University of California at San Francisco. The mission of the Center is to promote cutting edge research in the field of reproductive sciences, to transfer  concepts developed in the lab to clinical applications, and provide a training program for researchersin the field of reproductive sciences. 

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PRHE is a leader in connecting the environment to pregnancy, prenatal health, and women’s health and works with major medical organizations to issue guidance on reducing chemical use and preventing harmful exposures.

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Partners & Collaborators

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At UCSF Center for Reproductive Health, we understand the financial challenges of fertility treatments. That's why we partner with Future Family a leading fertility financing platform, offering access to various lenders to secure the best options for you. 

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Our mission is to ensure every young woman newly diagnosed with cancer has the option to preserve fertility through direct financial support, educational programs, and advocacy efforts.

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 The Alliance is made up of a team of professionals who have come together to advance the field of fertility preservation. Our members are recognized leaders with expertise in all aspects of fertility preservation. 

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Our UCSF-Stanford Endometriosis Center for Discovery, Innovation, Training and Community Engagement (“ENACT”) is a new collaborative program comprised of an accomplished group of investigators and clinicians in multiple disciplines.

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