EmbryoClinic IVF Unit

About EmbryoClinic

EmbryoClinic, founded in 2013 and located in Thessaloniki, Greece, conducted 524 treatment cycles in 2021. Of these, 48% were egg donation cycles and 52% were IVF cycles using the patient’s own eggs. The clinic prides itself on providing ethical and safe treatment, leveraging its extensive experience. It features a single IVF laboratory and operating theatre, along with four recovery beds that can be converted into a single recovery area upon patient request. Notably, the clinic’s interior design won the IIDA Global Excellence Awards in 2013. At EmbryoClinic, they advocate for personalized care, rejecting the idea of one-size-fits-all solutions. Their approach is tailored to each patient’s individual needs, supported by evidence, and delivered with honesty, respect, and compassion. Each patient is assigned a dedicated personal fertility coordinator who provides constant support, both digitally and in-person, and there are complimentary online consultations available with their fertility experts.

Acupuncture is known to boost fertility by easing stress, balancing hormones, and improving endocrine function. It can regulate menstrual cycles, enhance the uterus lining, and improve sperm quality. When combined with Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART), acupuncture can increase ovarian function, reduce side effects of hormonal therapy, and improve IVF success rates. At EmbryoClinic, acupuncture services are also offered.

IVF treatment availability at EmbryoClinic

Experience and Medical Staff at EmbryoClinic

EmbryoClinic boasts an excellently trained and highly experienced team of six medical doctors, three clinical embryologists and several fertility midwives. EmbryoClinic’s Medical Director, Dr. Elias Tsakos MD, FRCOG, Obstetrician, Gynaecological Surgeon and Specialist in Fertility Medicine and Surgery has been fully trained, certified and licensed in the UK.

Dr. Tsakos has been recognized as a Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists and is highly experienced in the care of international fertility patients. His surgical background and certified (SERGS) expertise in minimally invasive surgery facilitate a “holistic approach” in fertility care, with fertility surgery options utilizing the laparoscopic or robotic approach to enhance fertility and alleviate clinical symptoms.

Dr. Tsakos has been successfully treating fertility patients for 25+ years, a fact reflected in EmbryoClinic’s success rates and heartwarming patient stories and testimonials. EmbryoClinic’s staff is fluent in English and individual members also speak French, Italian, Serbian, German and Albanian, creating a welcoming, patient-friendly environment and a patient-clinic relationship based on honesty, respect and care.

At EmbryoClinic, they prioritize fostering an open and productive relationship between patients and the clinic.  To keep patients and the public informed about the latest advancements in Reproductive Medicine, they often take part in educational #IVFWEBINARS organized by myIVFanswers.com. You can watch one of these webinars featuring Dr. Elias Tsakos below.

If you’re thinking about seeking treatment at EmbryoClinic and want to learn more about Dr. Tsakos, it’s worthwhile to watch some of his other webinars and Q&A sessions. These include

• IVF and Pregnancy After 40: A Comprehensive Guide
• PGT-A and IVF – Why, If, and When?
• What is Adenomyosis, and the Impact of Endometriosis on Recurrent Miscarriages?

These resources provide valuable insights into his expertise and approach to various fertility-related topics.

IVF Costs at EmbryoClinic

At Embryoclinic, the costs for various IVF treatments vary. The basic intrauterine insemination (IUI) is priced at €700, while artificial insemination with a donor (AID) costs €1,500. IVF using a patient’s own eggs is available for €3,700. More specialized treatments such as IVF with egg donation cost €7,700, and embryo donation, which includes two embryos, is priced at €6,000. Egg freezing services are offered at €2,700, and sperm donation costs €4,500. The clinic also provides surrogacy services with prices available on request.

The IVF with own eggs program at EmbryoClinic includes a comprehensive suite of services. The package begins with

• administrative, coordination, and medical consultations throughout the treatment,
• ultrasound scans are conducted at EmbryoClinic to monitor progress,
• the procedure involves egg collection, followed by anesthesia to ensure comfort during the collection process,
• sperm preparation, which can involve fresh or frozen samples,
• fertilization (ICSI),
• if indicated, the embryos may be grown to the blastocyst stage by day 5,
• assisted hatching is provided when required,
• the program culminates with the transfer of a fresh embryo and includes the Health Authority administration fee.

IVF add-ons and Other Costs

At Embryoclinic, additional costs for various IVF-related techniques and services complement the primary treatment options. A medical consultation with a doctor is priced at €250. Donor sperm starts at €800, while sperm freezing is available for €400. Advanced monitoring services such as Embryoscope and blastocyst culture are included in the overall treatment price, providing added value. Genetic testing of embryos, known as PGT-A or PGS, starts at €1,900 for one embryo. Furthermore, the cost of embryo freezing and subsequent storage for one year is also included in the treatment price. For those needing a frozen embryo transfer (FET), the cost is set at €1,700.

EmbryoClinic also provides FNA Mapping at the cost of €1,300, TESE, a procedure to extract sperm directly from the testis, for €1,700. For a more complex procedure, Micro TESE, which is used for severe cases of sperm retrieval, the cost is €2,700. ZYMOT, a device used to select the best sperm for fertilization, has a fee of €400. Additionally, Ovarian PRP (Platelet-rich Plasma) a treatment aimed at rejuvenating the ovaries and enhancing fertility, is available for €1,700 and endometrial PRP is priced €1,200.

EmbryoClinic also offers acupuncture as a fertility treatment, known for reducing stress, improving endocrine function, and aiding in hormonal balance. It helps regulate menstrual cycles, increase endometrial receptivity in women, and enhance sperm quality in men. Additionally, when combined with Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART), acupuncture can boost ovarian activity, reduce side effects of hormonal therapy, and improve IVF success rates.

2023 IVF Success Rates at EmbryoClinic

In 2023, EmbryoClinic reported a 44% clinical pregnancy success rate for IVF treatments using patients’ own eggs, with a 26% rate for live births or ongoing pregnancies (average patient age: 38 years). The success rates varied by age and whether the embryo transfers were fresh or thawed from frozen, as detailed below:

Fresh Embryo Transfers:

• Below 36 years: 40%
• Between 37 and 39 years: 36.9%
• Above 40 years: 21%

Frozen-Thawed Embryo Transfers:

• Below 36 years: 32.4%
• Between 37 and 39 years: 73.6%
• Above 40 years: 41.6%

For the egg donation program in 2023, the clinical pregnancy success rate stood at 61.8%, and the live birth or ongoing pregnancy rate was 44%.

EmbryoClinic Location

EmbryoClinic is situated in the picturesque district of Kalamaria in Thessaloniki, Greece. It’s conveniently located just 15 minutes by taxi or 30 minutes via public transport from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG), making it an accessible choice for international patients travelling from the UK, Germany, France or other countries.

EmbryClinic team is dedicated to providing support throughout your visit, recognizing that undergoing fertility treatments in a foreign country can be daunting. They offer assistance with travel and accommodation based on your budget preferences, and can also arrange airport pickups depending on when you arrive.