Premier fertility clinic with locations in Chicago River North, Gurnee, Downers Grove, and Arlington Heights. A Member of The Prelude Network®.
Our fertility clinic provides all of the standard infertility specialty testing and treatment services. This includes basic infertility services as well as advanced assisted reproductive technologies (ART) services such as in vitro fertilization - IVF, intracytoplasmic s***m injection - ICSI, and egg donation.
11/06/2025
🎥 Curious about Preimplantation Genetic Testing?
Dr. Eli Reshef breaks down the PGT process and why it’s recommended for some patients.
From embryo biopsy to genetic insights—this quick explainer covers it all! 👶✨
11/05/2025
✨ Fertility treatments can be life-changing—but it's important to understand potential risks like Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS)
Our latest blog breaks down what OHSS is, who’s at risk, and how it can be prevented and managed.
Whether you're starting IVF or just exploring your options, this is a must-read for every fertility patient. 💬
✨ The holidays can be tough—especially when you're navigating fertility treatments. Join us on Thursday, Nov 6 at 7 pm CT for a compassionate webinar: Coping with the Holidays: Managing Expectations & Emotional Pressure 💬
Led by Dr. Alice Domar, this session will offer practical strategies for handling emotional stress, setting boundaries, and finding joy during a challenging season. 💚
On World Fertility Day, we honor the strength of every journey, the power of community, and the promise that hope brings. Whether you're supporting others or walking the path yourself, your story matters—and you're never alone. 💚
10/29/2025
✨ AFCC was proudly represented at by Drs. Michelle Catenacci, Debra Schell, and Eli Reshef — three leaders in reproductive medicine who continue to push the boundaries of innovation and care. Also pictured is Dr. Christine Hur, a fellow Prelude Network physician at Indiana Fertility Institute, who trained at the Cleveland Clinic alongside Dr. Catenacci. 👩⚕️👨⚕️
🧬 The ASRM Scientific Congress & Expo is the premier annual gathering of fertility experts, researchers, and clinicians from around the world. It’s where the latest advancements in reproductive science are shared, debated, and celebrated — all with the goal of improving patient outcomes.
💡 At AFCC, we’re committed to staying at the forefront of reproductive medicine, ensuring our patients benefit from the most current research, technologies, and compassionate care available.
10/28/2025
Patients can now request live interpreter services for their telemedicine appointments — making our virtual care more inclusive and accessible than ever!
🗣️ How it Works:
- During a virtual consult, simply let your physician know if you'd benefit from translation services
- Your provider can then add a live interpreter to the call through our telemedicine platform Doxy.me
- Over 70 languages are supported, with most interpreters joining in under 30 seconds
💬 No downloads needed. Just join by phone or browser—easy, secure, and HIPAA-compliant!
Let your physician know when booking if you'd like an interpreter. We're here to make sure every patient feels heard and understood!
10/27/2025
✨ What a weekend! ✨
We had an incredible time at the Chicago Ultimate Women’s Expo connecting with so many amazing women 💜
From sharing fertility resources to celebrating wellness, thank you for stopping by the AFCC booth and making it unforgettable! 💬🌸
10/23/2025
✨ 365 Days of Fertility Care ✨
No winter closures. No delays. Just unwavering support. 💙
AFCC is proud to offer year-round lab access between our River North and Gurnee locations. While the labs won’t be open simultaneously, one location will always be available around the holidays — so your journey never has to pause.
✔️ Stay on schedule – no delays in your treatment
✔️ Maximize insurance coverage – take advantage of year-end benefits
✔️ Get daily expert care – our team is here for you every day
✔️ If you have a procedure scheduled this winter, your care team will reach out to confirm which location—River North or Gurnee—will be available for your appointment.
Your family-building goals come first—every single day.
10/22/2025
🎥 Curious about how Frozen Embryo Transfers work?
Dr. Eli Reshef breaks down the main FET protocols — Natural, Modified or Augmented Natural, Medicated, and Stimulated — and what makes each one unique. Whether you're navigating fertility treatment or just want to learn more, this quick explainer is a must-watch! 💡
10/21/2025
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Big congratulations to Molly and the Thomas family on the arrival of their beautiful AFCC baby, Scotlynn “Scottie” Rose! 💕👶
"We welcomed our IUI baby on October 11, 2025. Thank you to Dr. Catenacci and the team for giving us our miracle!"
We’re overjoyed for this sweet family and honored to be part of their journey. 💗
10/20/2025
📢 Last week, the Trump administration announced a new initiative that could make IVF more affordable starting in 2026. Through a partnership with EMD Serono, select medications like Gonal-f, Ovidrel, and Cetrotide will be offered at discounted rates via TrumpRX.
These efforts are part of a larger goal to make fertility care more accessible and affordable nationwide in the years to come.
⚠️ Don’t wait to start your journey. These updates are promising, but not yet active—and many details remain uncertain. For many patients, time is their most valuable resource.
If you’re experiencing infertility or struggling to build your family now, it’s important not to delay seeking help.
10/17/2025
🌱 Join us on Thurs, Oct 23 at 7 pm CT for a webinar hosted by renowned psychologist Dr. Alice Domar, Chief Compassion Officer of The Prelude Network®.
Whether you're considering IVF or already in the process, this session will offer:
- Coping strategies for emotional ups and downs
- Tips to nurture your relationship during treatment
- Self-care practices to stay balanced
Let’s talk about the feelings behind the fertility journey—and how to care for your mental health every step of the way.
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We focus on having a fertility program with the highest possible IVF and egg donation success rates. For 20 years in a row our IVF success rates have been well above the national average.
IVF and egg donation pricing options, including the money-back refund plans.
Individualized care and attention - no mass production
Highly successful egg donation program with egg donors availableimmediately. No third party egg donor agency is needed.
With infertility treatment, bigger is not better
We do not brag that we are the biggest fertility clinic. In fact, we think that smaller is better.
We strive for the highest possible success rates - to help more of our patients conceive.
Tight quality control in our system allows us to have consistently higher IVF success rates.
We give our patients personalized attention - care that is not possible in larger clinics.