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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.

03/06/2026

Sunday, March 8, is International Women’s Day. Here's to all the women driving social, economic, cultural, and political change everywhere. 💪🙌

We’re lucky to work alongside some truly incredible women at Atlantic Fertility. From the lab to the clinic to every moment in between, their expertise, compassion, and dedication help change lives every single day. 💜

03/05/2026

It’s Pharmacy Appreciation Month, and it’s clear from these glowing reviews that our pharmacy team deserves a standing ovation.

Huge shoutout to our team at Fertility Pharmacy Services for their unwavering dedication. 💙

02/27/2026

Come behind the scenes with us to check out our egg retrieval process!

02/24/2026

The journey to parenthood comes with a lot of questions, so let's debunk some fertility myths, shall we? 🔍

We’re here to clear the confusion and share science-backed answers you can trust. Follow us for more helpful tips and reliable info. ✅

02/18/2026

Meet Dr. Megan Dufton, our amazing Lab Director & Embryologist. 🧬

Dr. Dufton has been working with embryos for over two decades, combining her passion for embryology and developmental biology to help people grow their families. She joined Atlantic Fertility in 2013, where she established and oversees the Preimplantation Genetic Screening & Testing (PGT) program.

Her experience spans from undergraduate research at Acadia University to developing advanced embryo micro-surgery skills in the UK to refining her techniques at Yale Fertility Centre. In addition to leading our lab, Dr. Dufton works hands-on with patients during IVF and PGT cycles and shares her expertise as an Adjunct Faculty member at Dalhousie University.

She’s got years of training, real-world lab experience, and the kind heart that makes her a perfect fit for the Atlantic Fertility team.

We’re so lucky to have you, Dr. Dufton. ❣️

02/13/2026

We’re closed for Nova Scotia Heritage Day to pay tribute to the rich history and culture of the great province we call home. 💙

02/11/2026

Let’s take you behind the scenes, aka inside our lab! 🎥

In this video clip our Lab Director, Dr. Dufton, answers a common question: how big are our ICSI needles?

Spoiler alert: they’re much smaller than a typical butterfly needle used for blood collection. In fact, they’re less than ⅓ the width of a human hair. 😯

02/09/2026

February 8-14 is Sexual Health Week. For over 20 years, this week has focused on sexual education and common concerns.

Sexual health isn’t just about pregnancy or STIs, but it’s part of our overall well-being.

Check out Action Canada for Sexual Health & Rights for more info and helpful resources!

02/06/2026

Our Gynecologic Reproductive Endocrinology Infertility Fellows, Nicole and Danielle, practicing embryo transfer (pictured) and egg retrieval techniques.

We’re always learning, refining, and investing in the care we provide to better support every patient. ❤️

02/04/2026

February 4 is World Cancer Day, declared by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC). This year’s theme, United by Unique, puts people at the centre of care, reminding us that every journey counts.

At Atlantic Fertility, we’re proud to support individuals facing a diagnosis by offering fertility preservation options.

Learn more about our work through the link in the comments.

02/03/2026

2026 is the 30th year of Black History Month. The theme this year is “Honouring Black Brilliance Across Generations — From Nation Builders to Tomorrow's Visionaries.”

We’re taking a moment to celebrate the legacy, leadership, and contributions of Black communities across Canada. From shaping history to inspiring future generations, Black leaders and communities make our country stronger every day, which is worth honouring not just this month, but always.

Join us in celebrating Black excellence in Nova Scotia and beyond!

01/29/2026

👋 Say hi to Dr. Danielle Stepnuk, our incredible Gynecologic Reproductive Endocrinology Infertility Fellow. Originally from Winnipeg, MB, Dr. Stepnuk got her Medical Degree and completed her OB/GYN Residency at the University of Manitoba. Dedicated to advancing medical education, she has won awards for her mentorship and even served as Vice-President during both med school and residency.

She’s passionate about helping patients preserve fertility during cancer treatment, improving care for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, supporting patients through recurrent pregnancy loss, and performing minimally invasive surgery for chronic pelvic pain, endometriosis, and fibroids.

We’re beyond lucky to have you on the team, Dr. Stepnuk! ❣️

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1535 Dresden Row # 213
Halifax, NS
B3J3T1

Website

http://atlanticfertility.ca/

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