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The Seed Scout Gold Standard Clinicians
The following physicians or clinics meet The Seed Scout known-donor friendly qualifications. These are recommended providers that The Seed Scout has vetted and previously worked with. These clinicians have been excellent advocates for patients having the option to use a known donor. There are some clinics that we cannot work with, but the below list is not a comprehensive list of places we can work with. Feel free to ask us if there is a clinic you're interested in working with that is not listed below.
Northeast
• Dr. Briana Rudick – Columbia University Fertility (New York, NY)
• RMA of New York (New York, NY)
• New England Fertility Institute (Stamford, CT)
• Terra Fertility (Boston, MA)
• Fenway Health (Boston, MA)
• Amanda Kallen – The University of Vermont Medical Center (Burlington, VT)
Midatlantic
• Dr. Allison Bloom – Main Line Fertility (Bryn Mawr, PA)
• Dr. Carter Owen – CCRM (Washington D.C., Virginia, Maryland)
Midwest
• Dr. Fabiola Balmir – CCRM (Naperville, IL)
• Dr. Gail Prins, Director – UIC University Andrology Laboratory (Chicago, IL)
• Dr. Saji Jacob – Go Fertility (St. Louis, MO)
• University of Kansas Health System - Advanced Reproductive Medicine (Kansas City Area)
• Reproductive Medicine Associates of Michigan (RMA of Michigan) (Troy, MI)
Mountain West
• Utah Fertility Center (Salt Lake City Area)
• Dr. Dana Ambler – Denver Fertility Care (Denver, CO)
• Nevada Fertility Center (Las Vegas, NV)
West Coast
• Dr. Sam Najmabadi – Center for Reproductive Health & Gynocology (Los Angeles, CA)
• San Diego Fertility Center (San Diego, CA)
• Dr. Mickey S. Coffler – HRC Fertility (San Diego, CA)
• Dr. Collin Smikle – Laurel Fertility Care (San Francisco, CA)
• Reproductive Partners Medical Group (Beverly Hills, South Bay, Long Beach)
• Fertility Centers of Orange County (Irvine, CA)
• Dr. Susan Nasab – Celenova Fertility (Rancho Santa Margarita, CA)
• Full Moon Fertility (Anchorage, AK)
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Miscellaneous
Sunfish
Sunfish is a financial planning resource designed to make fertility treatments more accessible. Combining financial protection, transparent pricing, and emotional support in one platform, Sunfish gives you real costs upfront and connects you with a dedicated planning partner to help you navigate the process with confidence. Through their platform, you can access a loan marketplace for financing, discounts on IVF medication, multivitamins, mental health services, egg and embryo storage, and more. Apply for financial support for your Seed Scout journey here.
The US donor-conceived community consists of individuals conceived through sperm, egg, or embryo donation, along with their families and supporters. This community seeks to address issues related to identity, genetic heritage, and connections with biological relatives, advocating for ethical practices in assisted reproductive technologies and access to information about biological origins.
Devin at Genetic Support Foundation
Devin Shuman received her Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling from the University of California, Irvine. She specializes in prenatal, pediatric, and adult genetics. As someone who is LGBT, she loves having the opportunity to work with The Seed Scout to help individuals understand the complicated world of genetics in simple terms and decide what is the right fit for their growing families.
"Three Makes Baby" by Jana Rupnow
"Three Makes Baby" is a guide for parents of donor-conceived children, offering strategies for addressing identity, communication, and the child's genetic origins. Rupnow provides emotional support and practical advice to help families navigate their unique situations. The book emphasizes creating a secure, loving family environment while honoring the child's origins.
"Uprooted" offers a deeply personal account of the complexities surrounding donor conception. By intertwining his personal experiences with extensive research into the early practices of donor insemination, the book sheds light on the often-undisclosed consequences of gamete distribution, highlighting the challenges, uncertainties, and emotional turmoil faced by individuals discovering their origins in this manner.
"PregnantTogether" is a virtual community supporting queer folks and solo parents from preconception through parenting. It is founded by Marea, a queer midwife, parent, and published author.
Podcasts
"Insemination" is a podcast hosted by comedian and donor conceived person, Laura High, which delves into the daunting realm of donor conception and the infertility industry. This unregulated, unethical multi-billion dollar industry, which High refers to as an "InsemiNATION," is critically examined as she aims to address and rectify its issues.
Three Makes Baby from Jana Rupnow
The "Three Makes Baby" podcast, hosted by fertility psychotherapist Jana Rupnow, explores the complexities and challenges of assisted reproductive technology (ART) in creating families. Through interviews with parents, donor-conceived individuals, and professionals, the podcast addresses the emotional tensions and ethical dilemmas encountered when "three makes baby," highlighting the nuanced experiences of families formed through Artificial Reproductive Technology.
The Single Greatest Choice from Katie B
"The Single Greatest Choice" podcast, hosted by Katie B, is tailored for women navigating singleness, fertility, motherhood, and the pivotal decisions surrounding these aspects. It serves as a supportive space for those wrestling with deviating from the traditional trajectory of love, marriage, and baby carriage, offering insights into alternative paths to motherhood and personal fulfillment
Interested in learning more about the sperm donation industry, the benefits of starting your family with a known donor, and many other important topics?
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