Millions of people around the globe struggle with infertility and the inability to have their babies naturally due to poor lifestyle, bad nutrition, hormonal imbalances, age factors, stress, health issues, etc. This has resulted in the increased demand for the latest assisted reproductive technology like IVF (In Vitro Fertilization). IVF is a method of several fertilization procedures that helps couples to conceive babies and enjoy parenthood. In America, Los Angeles is considered one of the best cities that have IVF clinics with world-class teams of specialized doctors. In this article, we have concluded the following list of the best IVF doctors in Los Angeles. Let’s scroll further to know more details.
Dr. Ashim Kumar
We strive for excellence and it is an honor to be acknowledged. This is a reflection of all of the hard work and dedication of the entire Western Fertility Institute team. It was all of our teamwork that contributed to placing us number 1 in the nation and our state for success in IVF. There is no greater reward than seeing our patients become happy parents.”
Dr. Ashim Kumar, a world-renowned reproductive endocrinologist, obstetrician, gynecologist, infertility specialist, and IVF physician who leads the team of qualified doctors at ‘Western Fertility Institute’, Los Angeles. His main focus is to help several couples from all over the world to start a family via treatments like IVF. Under the leadership of Dr. Ashim and the continuous efforts of his team, CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) ranked the Western Fertility Clinic at number 1 with the highest IVF success rates in the United States in 2018.
Dr. Ashiim Kumar with his patient at Western Fertility Institute in 2019
Specialization
Dr. Kumar aims to help his several patients who are facing health issues like hormonal imbalances, infertility, advanced maternal age, same-sex pregnancy, etc. to have their own families. Every year, numerous patients fly from various countries like India, UK, Australia, China, etc. to Los Angeles to visit him with the hope of conceiving the baby successfully. He also has a special interest in the study of hormonal and functional causes of fertility.
Education and Certification
- Bachelor of Science in Obstetrics & Gynecology, Emory University, Atlanta (1998)
- Residency Training in Obstetrics & Gynecology, Emory University, Atlanta
- Combined Fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility, University of California, Los Angeles and Cedars Sinai Medical Center
- Certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist
Experience
- More than 25 years of experience in the medical field.
- Leader of Western Fertility Institute, Encino, Los Angeles
Achievements
- Member of ASRM (American Society for Reproductive Medicine)
- Member of Pacific Coast Reproductive Society
- Associate Advisory Board Member of Men Having Babies
- Published articles on ‘Endocrine & Surgical Aspects of Infertility’
- Published several textbooks on ‘Ovarian Functions’
Dr. Ashim Kumar attending ‘Men Having Babies’ conference in San Francisco in January 2020
Reviews
Dr. Nurit Winkler
I think what I like the most about is what I do at the end of the day to provide the best service. I can and I see the results of the pregnancy test and it never gets old, I mean the patient comes in whether I see the pregnancy test myself. The moment they call me or I realize that one of my patients is pregnant, whether it happens naturally with my help or not, is such a special feeling that never ever goes away.”
Dr. Nurit Winkler is a certified obstetrician, a reproductive endocrinologist, gynecologist, IVF physician, and infertility specialist who founded LARC (Los Angeles Reproductive Center) along with Dr. Marc Kalan in the year 2009. She is skilled in several infertility treatments and IVF procedures according to the needs of the patients, thus, helping different people from different countries in fulfilling their dreams of becoming parents.
Specialization
Dr. Nurit Winkler is specialized in several infertility treatments like Standard IVF, Mini-IVF, Macro-IVF, embryo transfers, egg freezing, surrogacy, egg donation (Third-party reproduction), and PGD (Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis). Her main focus is to treat her patients with compassion, better communication, understanding, and openness by providing them the world-class facilities at her center.
Education and Certification
- Doctor of Medicine, University of Pavia, Itlay (1989-1994)
- Residency Training in Obstetrics, Gynecology & Infertility, Tel Aviv University, Israel (1996-2002)
- Residency Training and Fellowship in Obstetrics & Gynecology, Brown University, Rhode Island (2003-2006)
- Board Certification in Obstetrics & Gynecology, Brown University, Rhode Island
- Board Certification in Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (2006-2009)
Experience
- Running LARC (Los Angeles Reproductive Center) since 2009.
- Licensed to practice medicine on 3 different continents.
Achievements
- The first author for publishing scientific papers and chapters on Reproductive Medicine.
- Patient Choice Award, 2015
- Compassionate Physician Award, 2015
- American Top OB/GYN, 2015
- Guest lecturer at several acupuncture schools.
Dr. Nurit Winkler attending ‘Men Having Babies’ conference in 2019
Dr. Guy Ringler
There is nothing more joyous than welcoming a newborn child into this world. I feel extremely fortunate to practice reproductive medicine. I help my patients make babies and build families. What could be better than that?”
Dr. Guy Ringler is a certified obstetrician, a reproductive endocrinologist, gynecologist, and infertility specialist who is one of the most reputed and significant members of California Fertility Partners; a Los Angeles-based fertility center formed to help people from all over the world in building their families. He is one of America’s best doctors who has successfully maintained high success rates by providing world-class treatments like IVF, egg donation, egg freezing, embryo transfer, surrogacy, etc.
Specialization
The main focus of Dr. Ringler is to help the members of the LGBTQ+ community to fulfill their dreams of having their own families. Apart from this, he has maintained his international reputation by certification in reproductive medicine and helping several HIV patients worldwide to have kids by methods of egg donation and surrogacy.
Over the last 25 years, it’s been a career highlight to help so many LGBTQ people from around the world to have kids. I work seven days a week, bringing three decades of experience making sure each and every patient receives personalized care from me and my entire team.”
Dr. Guy Ringler with his patients at ‘California Fertility Partners’ in June 2021
Education and Certification
- Bachelor of Science in Zoology/Animal Biology, University of Michigan
- Honors Degree of Medical Science, Wayne State University School of Medicine
- Residency Training in Obstetrics & Gynecology, University of Chicago
- Sub-specialty training in Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility, University of Pennsylvania
- Fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility, University of Pennsylvania
- Certification in Obstetrics & Gynecology
Experience
- More than 30 years of experience in the medical field.
- A significant member of California Fertility Partners
- Molecular biology research in the laboratory of Dr. Jerome Strauss.
- Training with renowned reproductive surgeons; Dr. Luigi Mastroianni and Dr. Celso Garcia
Achievements
- Member of California Fertility Partners
- Member of Advisory Board of ‘Men Having Babies’
- Member of Board of Directors of ‘American Fertility Association’
- Family building representative of GLAAD
- Awarded with first Nettie Karpin Award by Endocrine Society and Serono Symposia
- Selected as one of the ‘Best Doctors in America’
- Selected as one of the ‘Super Doctors’ of California by Los Angeles magazine
- Awarded with ‘Family Building Award’ by American Fertility Association in 2010
Dr. Guy Ringler attending ‘Families Through Surrogacy’ event in England in March 2018
Dr. Kelly Baek
I know firsthand how scary and frustrating infertility can be. It’s empowering to know I can help patients with my personal and professional experience.”
Dr. Kelly Baek is a world-famous obstetrician, gynecologist, and infertility expert who went under special training in diagnosing and treating patients with several fertility issues by providing them the facilities of IVF treatments, egg donation, egg freezing, same-sex pregnancy, embryo transfer, etc.
Specialization
Dr. Kelly Baek is specialized in treating patients with several fertility issues. She is a prestigious member of California Fertility Partners, a renowned fertility clinic famous for providing world-class facilities and treatments to patients. She is known for her compassionate behavior towards her patients since she too experienced fertility in her life.
Gabrielle Union (American actress) shared her IVF journey in which she went ‘undiagnosed’ until Dr. Kelly Baek diagnosed her with ‘adenomyosis’.
Education and Certification
- Bachelor of Science, Johns Hopkins University, USA
- Honors Degree of Medical Science, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York (2000-2003)
- Residency Training in Obstetrics & Gynecology, NYU Langone Health, New York (2003-2007)
- Fellowship Training in Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility, Cornell Center for Reproductive Medicine & Fertility (2007-2011)
- Double-Board Certification in Obstetrics & Gynecology
Experience
- A significant member of California Fertility Partners.
- More than 25 years of experience in the medical field.
Achievements
- Member of California Fertility Partners
- Affiliated with USC Verdugo Hills Hospital and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center
- Board member of a non-profit organization, Habits of Wastes
- Member of a non-profit organization, Visionary Women
- Member of ACOG (American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists)
- Member of ASRM (American Society for Reproductive Medicine)
- Southern California Super Doctors (2016-2021)
- Los Angeles Magazine’s Top Doctors
- Featured in ‘How California Became the World’s Fertility Treatment Destination’, Vogue, 2019
- Appeared in Bling Empire, Netflix Series, 2021
Dr. Richard Marrs
Everybody who wants to have a family, deserves to have a family. Being able to help individuals or a couple start their family, complete their family, I can’t think of anything else I would ever want to do more in my life.”
Dr. Richard Marrs is a certified reproductive endocrinologist, obstetrician, gynecologist, infertility expert, and IVF physician who founded ‘California Fertility Partners’ in 1982. With the experience of more than 40 years, Dr, Richard has helped thousands of patients worldwide in overcoming their issues of fertility.
Specialization
With his knowledge, expertise, and experience, Dr. Richard has dedicated his life to helping several couples to experience parenthood by developing new treatments and guiding them well through his numerous counseling sessions. He is responsible for developing the first IVF program at USC with other doctors like Dr. Robert Edward, Dr. Patrick Christopher Steptoe, and Dr. Ian Johnston. He is both nationally and internationally recognized for publishing several research papers on IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization).
Education and Certification
- Bachelor of Science in Zoology, The University of Texas at Austin (1968-1970)
- Doctor of Medicine, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston (1970-1974)
- Residency Training in Obstetrics & Gynecology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
- Fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology, Obstetrics, and Gynecology, The University of Southern California (1978-1986)
- Certified Managing Partner, California Fertility Partners (1982-present)
- Certified Obstetrician & Gynecologist
Experience
- More than 40 years of experience in the medical field.
- Founding member of California Fertility Partners
- Founder of Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology
- Helped in developing the first IVF program at USC along with other doctors; Dr. Robert Edward, Dr. Patrick Christopher Steptoe, and Dr. Ian Johnston
- Played an essential role in the development of the USA’s second IVF program in 1981.
(L to R) Dr. Kelly Baek, Dr. Richard Marrs, and Dr. Guy Ringler, chosen to the 2018 Super Doctors list
Achievements
- Founding member of California Fertility Partners, 1982
- Leading Reproductive Endocrinologist and Specialist, California Fertility Partners
- Founder and first president of Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology
- Former member of Society’s Ethics Committee
- He is the second doctor in the USA who is responsible for the birth of a baby via IVF treatment.
- He is the first doctor in the USA who is responsible for pregnancy via thawed frozen embryos (1986).
- Published more than 200 scientific research papers and articles on ‘Human Reproduction’.
- Author of Dr. Richard Marrs’ Fertility Book
- Awarded with first ‘Career Achievement Award’ from ‘American Fertility Association’.
- One of America’s premier fertility doctors.
- America’s Top Doctors (2002-2014)
- America’s Super Doctors (2007-2021)
Dr. Karine Chung
I have been passionate about providing specialized fertility care to women diagnosed with cancer since the beginning of my career.”
Dr. Karine Chung is a renowned Obstetrician, Gynecologist, Reproductive Endocrinologist, IVF expert, and fertility physician who is a significant member of ‘California Fertility Partners’ since 2019. Her main focus is to help and guide patients in their respective fertility journeys by providing them individualized treatments that suit best according to their health conditions.
Specialization
With the double-board certification in obstetrics and gynecology, Dr. Karine Chung is popularly known for treating her patients with several fertility treatments like egg freezing, IVF, embryo freezing and transfer, reciprocal IVF, etc. She is internationally renowned for her skills and expertise in treating patients with fertility issues who are being diagnosed with cancer.
Dr. Karine Chung (extreme right) with her patients
Education and Certification
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Wesleyan University, UK (1990-1994)
- Bachelor of Science, The Ohio State University, 1998
- Doctor of Medicine in Clinical Epidemiology, The University of Pennsylvania
- Residency Training in Obstetrics & Gynecology, New York University
- Fellowship and Training in Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility, The University of Pennsylvania
- Double-board certification in Obstetrics & Gynecology (2006-2008)
Experience
- More than 25 years of experience in the medical field.
- Former Associate Professor at Keck School of Medicine, Los Angeles, California
- Founder and Director of Fertility Preservation and Egg Freezing Programs, The University of California
Achievements
- Member of California Fertility Partners
- Founder and Director of Fertility Preservation and Egg Freezing Programs, The University of California
- Member of the Board of Directors of ASRM (American Society for Reproductive Medicine)
- Member of the Board of Directors of PCRS (Pacific Coast Reproductive Society)
- Super Doctors, Los Angeles Magazine (2018-2019)
- Top Doctors of Southern California (2019)
- Pasadena Top Doctors (2011-2018)
Reviews
Dr. Vicken Sepilian
I feel truly blessed to be practicing in a field where we are able to impact the lives of our patients in such a tangible and meaningful way. I am grateful for the amazing team with whom I work for their diligence, compassion, and hard work in helping deliver the highest level of care. I am especially thankful for our patients who have entrusted their fertility and family building care to us. Thank you for making us a part of your journey.”
Dr. Vicken Sepilian is a certified obstetrician, gynecologist, fertility expert, and IVF physician who is a significant member of the expert team of doctors at ‘Pacific Fertility Center, Los Angeles’. He focuses on helping his patients to start their own families by finding suitable treatments according to their health problems.
Specialization
Dr. Vicken Sepilian is a double-board certified obstetrician, gynecologist, and fertility expert who specializes in the diagnosis and the treatment of various disorders related to the human reproductive system.
Dr. Vicken Sepilian attending the board meeting of ‘Armenian American Medical Society Executive Committee’ in August 2019
Education and Certification
- Bachelor of Science in Biology, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles (1990-1994)
- Doctor of Medicine, Ross University School of Medicine, Florida (1995-1999)
- Internship in Obstetrics & Gynecology, Drexel University College of Medicine (1999-2000)
- Residency Training of Physician in Obstetrics & Gynecology, Drexel University College of Medicine (2000-2003)
- Fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility, University of Texas Medical Branch (2004-2006)
- Double-board certification in Obstetrics & Gynecology
Experience
- More than 20 years of experience in the medical field.
- Member of Pacific Fertility Center Los Angeles
Dr. Vicken Sepilian at the conference of ‘Management of Endometiosis’ in Yerevan, Armenia
Achievements
- Member of ASRM (American Society for Reproductive Medicine)
- Member of ACOG (American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists)
- Member of Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
- Member of AAMS (Armenian American Medical Society)
- Co-founding member of Glendale Health Festival
- A spokesperson for Armenian Executive Government as a leading healthcare consultant.
- Awarded with Patients’ Choice Award (2008-2018)
- Compassionate Doctor Recognization (2009-2018)
- On-Time Doctor Award (2009, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018)
- Southern California Super Doctors (2020)
Dr. Andy Huang
In the past, to increase the chance of achieving success, it was common to transfer more than one embryo in an IVF cycle. At Reproductive Partners we have developed and refined an optimized protocol of tests and procedures designed to maximize your chance of a healthy single live birth. This makes IVF safer for you while decreasing the chance of prematurity, and certain genetic diseases or chromosomal abnormalities in your baby.”
Dr. Andy Huang is a certified obstetrician, gynecologist, reproductive endocrinologist, and infertility expert who is a proud member of Reproductive Partner Medical Group. He has published several articles, research papers, and journals on the concept of infertility.
Specialization
Due to his expertise in the field of infertility, Dr. Andy Huang has always been one of the most famous doctors among the patients seeking help to have babies. Not only this, the celebrities like Kardashians always prefer consulting Dr. Andy on the issues related to the babies. Thanks to the guidance and support of Dr. Andy due to which she was able to her daughter, True Thompson.
A still from the final season of an American reality television series, ‘Keeping Up The Kardashian’, where Dr. Andy Huang is discussing the fertility issues with Kim Kardashian and Khloe Kardashian (2017)
Education and Certification
- Bachelor of Arts, Biological Sciences, and Economics, Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois
- Masters of Arts, Masters of Business Administration, Health Management, Tufts University School of Medicine
- Doctor of Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine
- Residency Training in Obstetrics & Gynecology, UCLA Medical Center
- Fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility, UCLA Medical Center
- Certification in Obstetrics & Gynecology
Dr. Andy with his patients at ‘Reproductive Partners Medical Group’
Experience
- More than 20 years of experience in the medical field.
- Member of Reproductive Partners Medical Group
- Published several articles, research papers, journals, and textbooks on specific topics of infertility, endometriosis, PCOS, and stem cell development.
Achievements
- Member of ASRM (American Society of Reproductive Medicine)
- Member of PCRS (Pacific Coast REproductive Society)
- Clinical instructor at David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA
- Southern California Super Doctors (2014-2021)
- Southern California Rising Star (2013-2014)
- Los Angeles Magazine Super Doctors
- Compassionate Doctor (2010-2012)
- Awarded with Patients’ Choice Award (2010, 2012, 2017, 2018)
- Awarded with On-Time Doctor Award (2018)
- Top Ten Doctors Award
- Featured on ABC’s Newsmakers for his volunteer work in Africa
- Volunteer Fertility Consultant for Los Angeles Zoo
Dr. Bill Yee
It’s a very difficult and daunting task to choose the right fertility specialist. I believe there are four factors that are involved. The first is the success rate. I think your doctor’s IVF program should have success well above the national average rate, second I think is the experience and stability your doctor has. Third I believe ethics are the guidelines of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine followed and finally, I think probably the most important factor that your doctor has listened to you and understands your infertility needs. Not everybody is in IVF.”
Dr. Bill Yee is a renowned certified obstetrician and gynecologist who is popularly known for his contribution and skills in the field of Reproductive Medicine. He is also a certified reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist who started the IVF program in 1986 at Long Beach Medical Center, California.
Specialization
Dr. Bill Yee is the President and Medical Director of the internationally recognized medical group, ‘Reproductive Partners Medical Group’. He started the IVF program in 1986 at Long Beach Medical Center, California, and his contribution in the medical field resulted in the first successful frozen embryo transfer that resulted in a healthy baby in the USA.
Dr. Bill Yee with his patient at ‘Reproductive Partners Medical Group’ in 2016
Education and Certification
- Bachelor of Science in Biology, University of California, Los Angeles (1974)
- Doctor of Medicine, UC Davis School Of Medicine, California (1978)
- Internship in Obstetrics & Gynecology, TheUniversity of Southern California (1979)
- Residency Training in Obstetrics & Gynecology, The University of Southern California (1982)
- Fellowship Training in OB/GYN and Reproductive Endocrinology/Infertility, The University of Southern California (1985)
- Certified Obstetrician & Gynecologist
Experience
- More than 40 years of experience in the medical field.
- President and Medical Director of Reproductive Partners Medical Group
- Started the IVF program in 1986 at Long Beach Medical Center, California.
Achievements
- President and Medical Director of Reproductive Partners Medical Group
- Started the IVF program in 1986 at Long Beach Medical Center, California.
- First successful frozen embryo transfer that resulted in a healthy baby in the USA.
- First successful IVF program in lowland gorilla to save their species from extinction.
- Co-founded PSRM (Pacific Society for Reproductive Medicine) in 1996
- Permanent Member of the Executive Council of PSRM
- Deputy Commissioner of CAP (College of American Pathologists)
- President of SART (Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology)
- Board Member of ASRM (American Society for Reproductive Medicine)
- Lead Author of Transvaginal Sonography in Infertility
- Served on RESOLVE National Board of Directors
- Co-founded Pacific Rim Society for Fertility and Sterility
- The longest sitting member of the Executive Council of SART
- Awarded with America’s Top Doctors
Dr. Vicken Sahakian
For me the ultimate reward is to see a smile on a patient’s face when the dream of parenthood is finally achieved.”
Dr.Vicken Sahakain is a reproductive endocrinologist, fertility specialist, and IVF physician who is an active member of the specialized fertility team at ‘Pacific Fertility Center, Los Angeles’. He is also a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (association of expert obstetrician and gynecologists) and the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (a non-profit organization for advancing, developing, and practicing reproductive health medicines). With his expert skills, knowledge, and experience, he has helped thousands of couples from all over the world to conceive babies through various treatments like IVF.
Specialization
The primary focus of Dr. Vicken Sahakian is to help the members of the LGBTQ+ community, patients of advanced maternal age, women experiencing infertility issues due to menopause, etc. in starting their own respective families by going through several treatments performed by him.
Education and Certification
- Bachelor of Science in Biology, American University of Beirut
- Honors Degree of Medical Science, American University of Beirut (1987)
- Residency Training in Obstetrics & Gynecology, The University of Iowa
- Fellowship Training in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- Research & Training in Endometriosis and Advanced Reproductive Techniques (IVF and Third Party Parenting)
- Certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist
Experience
- More than 10 years experience of teaching in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at UCLA Hospitals, Los Angeles.
- Member of PFCLA (Pacific Fertility Center of Los Angeles) since 1993.
- Chief Medical Officer at PFCLA since 1998.
Achievements
- Member of ACOG (American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists)
- Member of ASRM (American Society for Reproductive Medicine)