UNC Fertility

03/21/2026

Learn about Melanie’s remarkable journey and the inspiring story of how the Stroud family came to be through IVF with UNC Fertility. 🩵

Their experience is a powerful reminder of hope, resilience, and the possibilities that science can offer! 🧬

Read their full story:

UNC Fertility

03/02/2026

We’re proud to share that Dr. Lisa Marii Cookingham, of UNC Fertility and the Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility division at UNC Obstetrics and Gynecology, was featured in Everyday Health discussing how antibiotics may impact fertility. 🩵

🔗 Read her guidance: https://www.everydayhealth.com/pregnancy/can-antibiotics-affect-fertility/

02/27/2026

On this Thank a Resident and Fellow Day, we’re celebrating Dr. Kendall Bielak and Dr. Jaime Roura! 🎉 Our fellows work incredibly hard, and we’re grateful for their dedication every single day. You can’t celebrate without cake… and Dr. Bielak! 🍰👏

02/23/2026

Our REI Fellowship is proud to offer a unique Healthcare Leadership Curriculum designed to prepare fellows for real-world impact—the only program of its kind in the U.S. On February 27, we’re hosting Dr. Lisa Ivanjack for an exciting session on building trust in healthcare organizations.

Learn more about our fellowship here: https://www.med.unc.edu/obgyn/education/fellowship/reproductive-endocrinology-infertility-fellowship/

Learn more about UNC Fertility here: https://uncfertility.com

02/18/2026

Proud of Dr. Steiner and Dr. Roura for their national leadership roles within the Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (SREI). 🩵 Their work is advancing excellence in reproductive endocrinology through leadership, education, and patient‑centered research. ⭐

02/12/2026

2025 was an incredible year of growth for UNC Fertility! We cannot wait to help even more individuals achieve their dreams in 2026 🩵 👣

02/11/2026

We’re excited to share that we are growing to meet the needs of North Carolina’s rapidly expanding population and taking a major step forward in fertility care. UNC Health will continue to fully own and operate UNC Fertility, ensuring you keep the same trusted providers — now with even more resources, innovation, and support behind you! 🩵

🔗 Read more: https://uncfertility.com/fertility-blog/unc-fertility-announces-expansion-plans-and-new-partnership-with-reproductive-medicine-leader-ivi-rma-north-america/

02/09/2026

Worth the Wait indeed!🩵 We love receiving our patients wonderful photos! Thanks Princess for sharing .mrst1

01/30/2026

We’re thrilled to celebrate Dr. Kendall Bielak, REI Fellow, on her acceptance into the American Society for Reproductive Medicine Center for Policy and Leadership’s prestigious PRIMED Scholars Program.

This national program prepares emerging leaders in reproductive medicine to become powerful advocates through comprehensive training in health policy, communications, and legislative processes. As part of the cohort, Dr. Bielak will gain hands‑on experience engaging with policymakers and developing skills to advance reproductive health for patients across the country — including those here in North Carolina!

Dr. Bielak shared that she is “excited to learn from inspiring mentors and peers and to use this experience to advocate for reproductive health and patient-centered care in North Carolina.”

🔗 Read the full announcement: https://www.med.unc.edu/obgyn/2026/01/29/dr-kendall-bielak-accepted-into-asmr-primed-scholars-program/

01/23/2026

❄ With a winter storm expected to affect much of the U.S. through Monday, the UNC Fertility clinic may adjust hours or temporarily close to ensure the safety of our patients and staff.

⚠ If you have an upcoming appointment or require services this weekend or Monday, please monitor our website and social media pages for the most current information.
🔗 https://uncfertility.com

Thank you for your understanding. Please stay safe and warm during the storm!❄

01/09/2026

Highlighting the work of our Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility Fellows ✨ Dr. Kendall Bielak during her Andrology & Embryology rotation, conducting a semen analysis. 🔬🧬

12/23/2025

This holiday season, we recognize that everyone knows this time of year differently. Sending compassion and care to all. 🤍