Columbia Oncofertility Program
Supporting Your Fertility and Family Planning Goals
Columbia Oncofertility Program
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The Columbia Oncofertility Program, part of the renowned Columbia University Fertility Center, is dedicated to helping patients navigate fertility and family planning before and after cancer treatment.
Led by reproductive endocrinologist and oncofertility specialist Dr. Paula Brady, our program offers compassionate, personalized, and expedient care to patients facing new cancer diagnoses, those with cancer susceptibility genes, and individuals pursuing pregnancy or fertility preservation after treatment. With years of experience caring for a high volume of reproductive-age patients with cancer or genetic conditions affecting fertility, we bring unmatched expertise and innovation to meet your unique needs.
Comprehensive, Personalized Fertility Care
The fertility needs of patients with current or prior cancer diagnoses are diverse. We provide evidence-based, tailored care across the reproductive spectrum, including:
- Egg, embryo, and sperm freezing
- Ovarian tissue freezing (in partnership with area programs)
- Preimplantation genetic testing of embryos
- Infertility treatments, including intrauterine insemination (IUI) and embryo transfers
- Complex fertility care, including donor eggs, sperm, embryos, and coordination for gestational carriers for patients unable to carry a pregnancy
Why Choose Columbia?
Our program is backed by the resources and expertise of the world-class Columbia University Fertility Center and the greater Columbia Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Advantages of our program include:
Industry-Leading Success Rates
Our specialized embryology laboratory has earned industry awards and recognition for top-tier success rates.
Innovative Technologies
We develop cutting-edge advancements, such as the TAP device, which allows patients to undergo frequent blood testing during fertility treatment without needles or venipuncture.
Pre-Pregnancy Genetics Program
Led by Dr. Sinem Karipcin in collaboration with reproductive genetic counselors from the Division of Women’s Genetics, the Pre-Pregnancy Genetics Program supports patients with cancer susceptibility genes through IVF, embryo testing, and antenatal genetic testing.
Third-Party Reproductive Expertise
Dr. Briana Rudick and the Third-Party Reproduction Program have extensive experience securing donor gametes and embryos, and coordinating gestational carrier care.
Care for Young Patients
Dr. Beth Rackow specializes in pediatric and adolescent gynecology and provides compassionate care for our youngest patients facing cancer.
Fertility-Preserving Surgeries
Our gynecologic oncologists offer fertility-preserving treatments for gynecologic cancers and perform ovarian transposition surgeries for patients undergoing pelvic radiation.
Maternal-Fetal Medicine Support:
Columbia’s Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialists provide expert care for patients with a history of cancer as they prepare for pregnancy, and comprehensive care during and after pregnancy.
Contraceptive and Hormone Therapy Options:
Columbia gynecologists offer tailored contraceptive options for patients with complex medical histories, including hormone receptor-positive cancers, and hormone replacement therapy for those entering early menopause due to cancer treatment.
Advancing Oncofertility Research:
Our physicians and researchers are leaders in the field, conducting and publishing research to improve oncofertility care for future patients and giving you the most advanced options.
Our Commitment to Access and Affordability
We are deeply committed to ensuring access to care. The Columbia Oncofertility Program accepts most commercial insurance plans for fertility preservation and assists with prior authorizations. For patients without coverage, we partner with philanthropic organizations, including Livestrong and The Chick Mission, to make fertility preservation more accessible.
Take the Next Step in Your Fertility Journey
We are here to support you at every stage of your fertility and family planning journey. Make an appointment today at 646-756-8282.