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Merrion Fertility Clinic Merrion Fertility Clinic at the National Maternity Hospital is a not-for-profit, charitable organisa

13/03/2026

March is Endometriosis Awareness Month đŸŽ—ïž

Dr Horan, a consultant at Merrion Fertility Clinic and The National Maternity Hospital, is the Principal Investigator of the EndoFert Study. Her research is focused on improving understanding of endometriosis and how it affects fertility, with the aim of helping more women receive earlier diagnosis, better care, and improved outcomes.

Endometriosis affects around 1 in 10 women and is something many fertility patients live with, often for years before receiving a diagnosis. Research like the EndoFert Study is an important step toward better understanding the condition and how it impacts reproductive health.

We’re proud to see Dr Horan involved in work that has the potential to make a real difference for patients.

The EndoFert Study is funded by the NMH Foundation, whose wonderful supporters make this research possible.



‱ March is Endometriosis Awareness Month.

Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women, impacting daily life, fertility, and long-term health. Research is essential to improving understanding, diagnosis, and care.

In this video, Dr Maebh Horan, Principal Investigator of the EndoFert Study, explains how her research at The National Maternity Hospital is investigating endometriosis and its effects on fertility, with the goal of improving outcomes for women living with the condition.

The EndoFert Study is funded by the NMH Foundation, whose supporters make this vital research possible.

Today we celebrate the incredible women on our team, whose care, expertise and dedication make a difference every day.We...
08/03/2026

Today we celebrate the incredible women on our team, whose care, expertise and dedication make a difference every day.

We’re also thinking of the many strong and resilient women we support. Every fertility journey is unique, and we see the courage, hope and determination it takes to keep moving forward.

On International Women’s Day, we recognise and celebrate women everywhere, their strength, their stories and the support they give one another.

Happy International Women’s Day from all of us at Merrion Fertility Clinic 💜

After weeks of preparation, scan appointments, blood tests, carefully timed medication and detailed guidance, the day of...
20/02/2026

After weeks of preparation, scan appointments, blood tests, carefully timed medication and detailed guidance, the day of egg collection has arrived. It’s natural to feel a mix of emotions.

From the moment you arrive, you’ll be supported by a dedicated team. Our healthcare assistant and nurses will help you get settled, guide you through the process, answer any questions, and make sure you feel at ease and informed before the procedure. The doctor performing the egg collection will be supported by a consultant anaesthetist, who will ensure you remain comfortable throughout.

Behind the scenes, our embryologist will be ready in the lab to carefully assess and care for the eggs as soon as they are collected. They play a vital role, ensuring that everything is handled with precision and attention.

After the procedure, you will rest in recovery with our nursing team until you feel ready to go home. Before you leave, our nurses will provide clear aftercare advice and let you know when to expect further updates.

Our priority is to make the experience as calm, safe and reassuring as possible.

We know fertility treatment can feel daunting, and each stage of the journey can bring its own challenges.Every check. E...
18/02/2026

We know fertility treatment can feel daunting, and each stage of the journey can bring its own challenges.

Every check. Every conversation. Every moment of care matters.

We’re here to guide you, answer your questions and support you throughout, helping to make the process a little easier and a lot more personalised.

15/02/2026

On International Childhood Cancer DayđŸŽ—ïžwe are proud to collaborate with the Irish Cancer Society and Children’s Health Ireland on The Childhood Cancer Fertility Project.

Each year in Ireland around 200 children are diagnosed with cancer, the treatments for which can cause lifelong damage to fertility, seriously impacting their future chances of ever starting a family of their own.

A partnership between The Irish Cancer Society, Children’s Health Ireland and Merrion Fertility Clinic aims to ensure that, where possible, lifesaving treatment for children does not come at the cost of their future dreams of parenthood.

New publication in ‘Human Reproduction’“Contribution of endometrial microbiome to inflammation-mediated infertility in w...
12/02/2026

New publication in ‘Human Reproduction’

“Contribution of endometrial microbiome to inflammation-mediated infertility in women undergoing ART”

Fascinating paper from Dr. Federica Giangrazi and the reproductive immunology team at Trinity College Dublin and Merrion Fertility Clinic.

Their latest study in Human Reproduction explores how the endometrial microbiome may shape local immune responses that are critical at the point of embryo implantation. It shows that women who don’t achieve pregnancy after ART tend to have a more diverse uterine microbial community with fewer lactobacilli, and that microbial metabolites like butyrate can influence epithelial barrier function and inflammatory signalling in the endometrium.

This adds important detail to our understanding of reproductive immunology and highlights how host–microbiota interactions might affect fertility outcomes.

Read the full paper here: https://academic.oup.com/humrep/advance-article/doi/10.1093/humrep/deaf252/8456713?searchresult=1&login=false

Today, on International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we celebrate the remarkable women driving innovation in scien...
11/02/2026

Today, on International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we celebrate the remarkable women driving innovation in science, especially our incredible team here at Merrion Fertility Clinic.

We’re proud of our embryologists, whose expertise, commitment and care make a real difference in the lives of our patients every day.

Thank you to all the brilliant women in science. Your dedication, innovation, and passion inspire us, and you are paving the way for advancements in fertility care.

MEET KEITH đŸ‘‹đŸ»Patient and Donor CoordinatorKeith is often one of the first people our patients speak to, and he stays wit...
05/02/2026

MEET KEITH đŸ‘‹đŸ»
Patient and Donor Coordinator

Keith is often one of the first people our patients speak to, and he stays with them throughout their entire treatment journey. He liaises closely with patients, offering clear guidance, answering questions, and making sure they feel informed and supported at every stage.

From managing administrative processes to coordinating donor arrangements. If you’ve spoken to Keith, you’ll know how much he cares about making what can be an emotional process feel calm and manageable.

Today is World Cancer Day.Every year in Ireland, around 200 children under 18 are diagnosed with cancer. While treatment...
04/02/2026

Today is World Cancer Day.

Every year in Ireland, around 200 children under 18 are diagnosed with cancer. While treatment can be lifesaving, it can also affect future fertility.

At Merrion Fertility Clinic, we work closely with the Irish Cancer Society and Children’s Health Ireland to offer fertility preservation to young people before they begin cancer treatment. Together, our aim is simple: to make sure that surviving cancer does not mean losing the chance to start a family one day.

Our dedicated CAYA team (Children, Adolescents and Young Adults) supports patients and families at every stage of this journey. Preserving fertility cannot change a diagnosis, but it can remove one worry at an incredibly difficult time and offer hope for the future, for patients and for their families.

Find out more about the Childhood Cancer Fertility Project: https://merrionfertility.ie/children-young-adults/

Meet Ailbhe and Patricia đŸ€Ailbhe and Patricia are part of our nursing team and are often the familiar faces you’ll see t...
23/01/2026

Meet Ailbhe and Patricia đŸ€

Ailbhe and Patricia are part of our nursing team and are often the familiar faces you’ll see throughout your treatment.

They carry out scans and blood tests, keep a close eye on how your cycle is progressing, and just as importantly, support patients at every stage of their journey. From answering questions to offering reassurance on the days that feel a bit heavier, they’re there to guide you through each step.

Merrion Fertility Clinic at ‘Fertility 2026’ in Edinburgh. Our team attended Fertility 2026 in Edinburgh, a valuable few...
12/01/2026

Merrion Fertility Clinic at ‘Fertility 2026’ in Edinburgh.

Our team attended Fertility 2026 in Edinburgh, a valuable few days spent connecting with colleagues across the fertility community, listening to fantastic presentations and keeping up to date with current research and clinical practice.

We're very proud of our Clinical Team for their strong contribution to the programme and the quality of their research presentations.

Dr. Roisin McConnell:

đŸ”” How much do doctors know about fertility?

đŸ”” State funded IVF: time to look at male obesity?

đŸ”” Predictive value of anti-MĂŒllerian hormone in assisted human reproduction: a retrospective cohort study.

đŸ”” Public AHR: the face of Irish infertility?

Dr. Niamh Fee:

đŸ”” Low anti-MĂŒllerian hormone (AMH) level as a marker of unsuccessful biopsy in patients planning preimplantation genetic testing.

đŸ”” Understanding patient perspectives on preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) in Ireland.

đŸ”” Fertility preservation in adolescent and young adult females prior to gonadotoxic treatment: an Irish experience.

Dr. Sarah Petch:

đŸ”” Single cell RNA sequencing revealing reduced expression of mitochondrial related genes in granulosa cells of women with diminished ovarian reserve.

Thank you to The Association of Reproductive and Clinical Scientists (ARCS), British Fertility Society (BFS) and Society For Reproduction and Fertility (SRF) for hosting such a well run and engaging event, and to everyone involved in making it a success. We look forward to building on what we have learned and continuing our work in fertility research and patient care.


From all of us at Merrion Fertility Clinic, we wish our patients a Merry Christmas and our very best wishes for the year...
25/12/2025

From all of us at Merrion Fertility Clinic, we wish our patients a Merry Christmas and our very best wishes for the year ahead ✹

We know this time of year can bring mixed emotions for many; we’re thinking of you and sending our warmest wishes.

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