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Atlantic Fertility

Atlantic Canada’s major centre for Assisted Reproductive Therapies. AART is Atlantic Canada’s major centre for Assisted Reproductive Therapies.

Established by the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology over 20 years ago. AART moved to a new state of the art facility in January 2005. Although the facility is new, Department members continue to play an important role in AART. All physicians are faculty members of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The AART team remains committed to providing a full range of therapies for those who are having difficulty building the family they desire. AART is proud of its team and its long history of service to Atlantic Canadians. Our Outreach Program is about to develop further, making care more accessible to some women in Atlantic Canada. Please take a few moments to learn more about us.

12/19/2025

At Atlantic Fertility, we recommend 2-5 days of abstinence before s***m testing and cryopreservation. Here’s why!

1️⃣ To allow s***m to accumulate in the epididymis of the testicle, leading to a healthier s***m count.

2️⃣ Longer periods without ej*******on (7 days or more) can increase older/damaged s***m with a higher risk of DNA fragmentation, which can negatively impact fertility.

3️⃣ Abstaining for less than two days can result in a lower s***m count, which may lead to unsuccessful fertilization or the necessity of ICSI.

2-5 days is our recommendation to produce the most high-quality sample to give us the most accurate results.

12/16/2025

"After being diagnosed with unexplained infertility, we faced a challenging journey including several years of fertility treatments and heartbreaking losses. With the compassionate care and support of the Atlantic Fertility team, our dream finally came true. We welcomed our two miracle babies in July 2023 and July 2025 and are forever grateful to everyone who helped make our family possible."

Katie and Ben, we were honoured to walk with you through the lows and the highs. So happy for your beautiful family. ❤️

12/14/2025

This evening marks the first day of Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of lights, commemorating the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem.

Warm wishes to all who celebrate. Chag Sameach! 🙌

12/11/2025

Mature, unfertilized eggs, called oocytes, are retrieved from the ovaries and fertilized with s***m in the lab - but not before careful evaluation and grading of the oocytes.

Oocytes are graded A, B, C, or D.

12/09/2025

One of our wonderful nurses, Kathleen, created this Blastocyst wreath as a fertility-inspired holiday decoration for the clinic. So creative and meaningful — thank you, Kathleen!

11/24/2025

We're proud to be an inclusive team of fertility experts. But don't just take our word for it. Swipe for real, honest insights from couples who were once exactly in your position. 💛

11/21/2025

Meet our Nursing Team Leads. 👋

Tricia MacKenzie, BScN, RN
Tricia started at Atlantic Fertility as an RN in 2009 and has been steering our incredible nursing team since 2016. She graduated from St. FX University in 2001 and spent 12 years in pediatrics at the IWK, during that time beginning her career with Atlantic Fertility. She is a proud Cape Bretoner, who always knows how to make a patient smile. We couldn't be more thankful to have Tricia's leadership - she knows the clinic inside and out.

Stephanie MacDonald, BScN, RN
Stephanie brings a mix of experience from surgical units, the ER, and ambulatory care. She’s spent most of her career in Urology, which thankfully lead her to Atlantic Fertility in 2023. Soon after, she became Tricia's Co-Team Lead early 2025. She is passionate about patient care here at the clinic, always ensuring each patient feels supported and cared for. She is a dedicated member of our SSOR Committee, handling a very wide variety of cases day to day.

We are so lucky to have you both! ❤️

11/19/2025

As we continue celebrating our 20th anniversary, we reflect on two decades of helping people grow their families. From reducing wait times to achieving higher success rates, our journey from AART to Atlantic Fertility is all about expanding access, providing inclusive care, and supporting more patients than ever.

Here’s to the next chapter of hope, growth, and family dreams coming true.

11/14/2025

What makes s***m healthy? 🧬

When it comes to understanding fertility, three key s***m quality factors matter most.

✅ Low Count (Oligozoos***mia) — a higher s***m count means a better chance of reaching and fertilizing an egg.

✅ Low Motility (Asthenozoos***mia) — strong, steady swimming s***m are essential for reaching the egg.

✅ Morphology Defects (Teratozoos***mia) — refers to the shape and structure of the s***m. Healthy, well-formed s***m are more likely to fertilize successfully.

These three measures form the foundation of a semen analysis and help provide valuable insight into reproductive health.

11/10/2025

In observance of Remembrance Day, our clinic will be closed on Tuesday, November 11. We pause to honour and remember all who served and sacrificed for our country.

11/04/2025

We’re always looking for ways to grow and improve. We were thrilled to welcome Dr. Yifei Liu to our clinic for a behind-the-scenes tour of our lab.

Dr. Liu, a Senior Embryologist & IVF Laboratory Director at Penn State College of Medicine, had the chance to connect with our Lab Director, Megan, at Yale. During his visit, he observed our team in action and shared some fantastic insights to collaborate on new and exciting laboratory techniques.

Big thanks, Dr. Liu, for stopping by and sharing your expertise. We loved having you!

10/28/2025

At Atlantic Fertility, every step is guided by safety, care, and trust. As a registered primary establishment, we carefully screen all known donors, and gestational carriers when applicable, ensuring the highest standards for every patient we serve.

Please visit our website for more information on the SSOR! https://atlanticfertility.ca/safetyregulations

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1535 Dresden Row # 213
Halifax, NS
B3J3T1

Website

http://atlanticfertility.ca/

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