International Fertility Services
Expert, remote-ready fertility care and advanced genetics planning for families traveling from across the globe.
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Traveling for fertility care can feel lonely and stressful: You’re juggling time zones, paperwork, and the pressure of getting the fertility process right without wasting months. But you’re not alone, and we’ve got your back. At Southern California Fertility Center (SCFC) in La Jolla, you’ll work directly with Dr. Nastaran Foyouzi, a triple board-certified physician with advanced training in reproductive endocrinology and genetics. SCFC supports international patients with remote prep options, a genetics-forward approach for complex cases (including mixed-heritage couples and families with increased inherited risk), and outcomes that include a 70% live birth rate and a 95% positive pregnancy rate. Our international success mirrors domestic rates, so you’re not taking on extra risk just because you’re flying in.
Dr. Nastaran Foyouzi And The SCFC Standard
International patients come to us for one reason: they want a first-rate physician-led plan that stays consistent from the first consultation through treatment decisions and follow-up. That plan is led by Dr. Nastaran Foyouzi, a triple board-certified reproductive endocrinologist (only a handful have that distinction in the US), OB/GYN, and medical geneticist.
Dr. Foyouzi has led over 10,000 treatment cycles, and we’ve centered our practice around complex fertility and genetic decision-making. When you’re traveling, continuity helps keep your timeline predictable and your plan coherent. That’s why a same-doctor model is a core pillar of our approach: You’ll work directly with Dr. Foyouzi throughout your journey rather than rotating between providers or suffering through decision-by-committee delays or stalemates.
That empathetic, patient-first structure is central to how we deliver personalized care that sees you as an individual, first and foremost. You can read more about our practice approach and patient experience on our about us page.
Expertise is also a deciding factor where Dr. Foyouzi’s background changes the conversation. Fertility treatment often intersects with genetics in ways that affect both planning and outcomes, including inherited conditions, recurrent pregnancy loss, prior chromosomal findings, and embryo testing decisions. In mixed-heritage couples, screening questions can be more nuanced, and family history documentation isn’t always complete or easy to interpret across borders.
Dr. Foyouzi’s extensive genetics training allows us to integrate that in-depth genetic evaluation into fertility planning early, instead of treating it as a last-minute add-on. When genetic testing is clinically appropriate, we incorporate it into a strategy that matches your diagnosis, your timeline, and your goals through our family genetic services. That approach is compliant with established standards, including the ASRM committee guidance on PGT-A.
There’s another reason why we strive to offer the best personalized care: For international patients, the process is already taxing enough without feeling like you’re managing the clinic — you should feel like the clinic is managing the process with and for you.
If you want a quick reality check on trust, our patients share detailed experiences through heartfelt reviews and success stories. You can hear directly from patients who came in with stress, uncertainty, or complex histories and still felt supported and guided in their fertility path.
International Fertility Services At SCFC
At SCFC, we offer full-service fertility care, and the difference for international patients is how we coordinate it around travel windows and remote preparation. The goal is simple: do as much as possible before you arrive, keep on-site time focused on what must happen in person, and keep the step-by-step process clear throughout.
Our core services include:
- IVF services with ICSI and lab-supported embryo development, including pathways where PGT is considered as part of the strategy.
- Step-based treatment options like IUI when it fits the diagnosis and timeline, with clear reassessment points.
- Fertility preservation through egg freezing, including timing discussions that make sense for travel, life planning, or medical needs.
- Third-party reproduction pathways and family-building options, including LGBTQ fertility care, surrogacy, and donor planning.
- Genetics-informed evaluation and counseling through family genetic services, especially relevant for inherited risk, complex histories, and recurrent loss questions.
If you want neutral context for how those outcomes vary across the U.S., the CDC ART success rates overview is a fantastic reference. The main takeaway: age and diagnosis have a major effect on the numbers, which is why thoughtful planning and assessment are more important than generic promises.
Your International Treatment Plan, Step By Step
This is the simple, low-stress process we follow with our international patients:
- Virtual kickoff: You’ll start with a free 30-minute Zoom with Dr. Foyouzi to review your history, goals, what to test, and what timeline makes sense.
- Remote prep: You can handle key steps from home, including the egg calculator and AMH quiz. We ship testing kits worldwide, then review results with you before you travel.
- Travel logistics: We provide visa invitation letters, share hotel recommendations near the clinic, and can connect you with airport pickup partners so you feel supported right after landing.
- On-site treatment: We offer flexible monitoring slots and perform procedures in our surgical suite, with clear instructions so you’re not guessing while you’re still jet-lagged.
- Embryo and transfer planning: The lab process can include ICSI and PGT when appropriate. Your plan may use a fresh transfer or a frozen transfer timeline, depending on what your case calls for.
- Post-care: You can coordinate hCG checks remotely, get pregnancy support, and arrange embryo storage and shipping when needed.
If you want a preview of how we set expectations early, your first visit outlines the same “clear steps” approach we use with international patients.
Travel And Logistics Toolkit
International fertility care is more manageable when you have clear travel and treatment plans.
Here are the basics you need to plan ahead successfully:
- Visitor visa basics (B-2): The U.S. State Department’s official visitor visa guidance is the best starting point, and SCFC can provide a visa invitation letter if necessary.
- Sample letter framework: A typical letter confirms you’re scheduled for fertility consultation and treatment at SCFC in La Jolla, includes anticipated visit dates, and provides clinic contact details for verification.
Use this as a short framework, and then tailor it to your dates and details:
To: U.S. Consular Officer
Re: Medical consultation and fertility treatment appointment confirmation
This letter confirms that [Patient Full Name], passport number [Passport Number], is scheduled for fertility consultation and treatment at Southern California Fertility Center in La Jolla, California. The anticipated visit dates are [Start Date] to [End Date].
For verification, please contact our office at [Phone] or through our contact page
Sincerely,
[Clinic representative name and title]
Southern California Fertility Center
- Cost planning (medical fees + travel budget): We’ll break your estimate into treatment and lab, medications, and travel categories. For financial options and package-level context, we’ll route you through our financing options and then align costs to your timeline.
- Medication sourcing and international shipping: We’ll tell you which meds can be sourced locally, which should be filled in the U.S., and how to time everything so shipping and customs don’t become the bottleneck. If you need international delivery, we’ll help you plan lead times, temperature handling, and backup options.
- San Diego arrival and getting around (stress-free): Most patients fly into SAN and keep everything simple by staying near La Jolla. We can connect you with airport pickup partners and give you a “no confusion” transport plan, including SAN’s official airport shuttle and transit guidance. You can read more about Airport courtesy shuttles and public transportation options.
- Hotel recommendations near the clinic: We’ll share fertility-friendly hotel options close to the clinic, with quiet rooms, reliable climate control, easy parking, and predictable commute times for early monitoring.
- Jet lag, recovery, and acupuncture integration: If possible, we’ll build in a buffer day before key monitoring or procedures, then keep your routine simple with proper hydration, consistent meals, morning light, and light movement. If you want acupuncture or wellness support, we’ll coordinate it around monitoring so it supports your cycle.
Join The Many Global Families Who Chose SCFC
You don’t have to navigate international fertility care alone, and you don’t have to accept a one-size-fits-all protocol because you live far away. If you want physician-led care, genetics-informed planning, and a process that accommodates the reality of travel, SCFC can help.
Reach out to us to schedule your consultation and get a clear, realistic plan that’s aligned with your timeline.