The decision to have a baby is an exciting one, filled with wonder and anticipation. But if you're one of the five million Americans who have experienced trouble conceiving, you know the wonder may slowly turn to worry. Scientific advances over the past few decades have helped millions of couples overcome fertility problems. Reproductive medicine specialists at MeritCare seek to offer hope, compassion and success for many couples.
MeritCare Reproductive Medicine
MeritCare offers the only comprehensive reproductive medicine program in North Dakota, with two full-time, in-house reproductive endocrinologists dedicated to reproductive medicine.
MeritCare Reproductive Medicine has the only CAP-accredited reproductive laboratory in North Dakota. Find out about our success rates.
Fertility Problems
In general, a couple's inability to achieve pregnancy despite having intercourse for a year (or six months if the woman is over 35) without birth control, or the inability to carry a pregnancy to live birth, may mean a fertility problem exists. There are numerous causes of fertility issues.
When to Seek Help
If you have tried to conceive for a year (or six months if the woman is 35 and older), you should consider seeking help. Both partners are included in the process as the cause may be linked to factors affecting the man or woman.
Who Should I See?
Reproductive endocrinologists are obstetricians/gynecologists with fellowship training in reproductive medicine. You should seek the care of a doctor who is board certified in reproductive endocrinology, which means that he/she has passed the examinations that accredit him/her in diagnosing and treating reproductive issues. A referral from a gynecologist or obstetrician is not required to make an appointment with a reproductive endocrinologist. Appointments are available in Fargo, Bismarck, East Grand Forks and Bemidji.
Making a Diagnosis
Identifying a cause for a couple's fertility issues is key to recommending treatment when a couple chooses to seek reproductive medicine.
Treatment Options
If you and your partner are concerned about your fertility, our doctors can help you find out if there's a problem and investigate possible treatment options.
Treatment Costs
Insurance policies differ on the coverage of fertility treatments.
Emotional Support
Trouble conceiving or sustaining a pregnancy are more than physical conditions, they are often associated with emotional challenges.
Health Library
Learn more about the numerous medical advances in diagnosing and treating fertility issues in the health library.
Fertility Facts
Fertility problems affect nearly 10 percent of all couples who seek to conceive. Read more statistics about fertility.
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