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Bay Area fertility care combining advanced reproductive medicine, a state-of-the-art IVF lab, and a compassionate, whole-person approach to family building.
Patient-first approach
Your voice matters here. We take the time to understand your story, health history, and goals. We will design a personalized treatment plan that supports your fertility journey. Our team is here to walk alongside you.
Advanced IVF lab
Behind every successful fertility outcome is an exceptional embryology lab. Our highly skilled embryologists combine precision, evidence-based science, and state-of-the-art technology to support every stage of your fertility treatment.
The Collab Way
Our integrative model supports you as a whole person. We provide personalized nutrition guidance, support reducing environmental exposures, and referrals to trusted reproductive mental health and complementary care specialists.
IVF success rates that exceed national averages
Our IVF pregnancy rates consistently exceed national averages across age groups, based on reporting benchmarks from SART. These outcomes reflect the expertise of our embryology team, a state-of-the-art IVF lab, and an individualized approach to fertility care.
Our fertility services
Collab Fertility is a leading IVF clinic in the Bay Area, offering personalized support through every step of your journey, from egg freezing and embryo transfer to optimizing IVF success rates. We're proud to serve patients across the region through our integrative care model, The Collab Way, that supports both your body and your mind.
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Same day fertility testing
We know you are busy. We make this process as stress-free and efficient as possible by offering same day fertility testing. We work closely with you to craft an individualized treatment plan that offers the best chance of success.
IUI
Intrauterine insemination fertility treatment can be a great option for families with unexplained infertility, mild male factor infertility, and patients using donor sperm.
IVF
In vitro fertilization is performed in our state-of-the-art lab by our expert embryologists. Our care team will guide you through the entire process. We provide orientation and injection classes where you will learn everything you need to know.
Egg and embryo freezing
Our goal is to do everything possible to encourage the development of mature and high-quality eggs. We leverage advanced technologies, stay up-to-date with the latest research, and adhere to the most rigorous standards.
Sperm and egg donor
We welcome people who plan to use donor eggs and donor sperm in order to become pregnant. We look forward to connecting you with resources. We will help you navigate the process and support you throughout the journey.
Gestational carrier
We welcome individuals and couples who wish to use a gestational carrier to carry and deliver a child. Our staff is here to help guide you through this process.
Collab Journal
Explore the Collab Journal for expert insights on fertility care, scientific research, and reproductive health. Our articles share practical guidance and evidence-based information to support you at every stage of your family-building journey.
From The Plastic Detox to parenthood: a Collab patient story
GLP-1 pills: what to know about oral weight loss medications
What The Plastic Detox gets right about fertility
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Our care team
Our entire team-from reproductive endocrinologists to nurses and support staff-works together to help you achieve your family-building goals. We create a welcoming, inclusive space where you're never just a number. With The Collab Way, our integrative, whole-person approach supports not just your body, but your mind, your choices, and your future family.
I can’t say enough good things about my experience at Collab. Dr. Segal and the whole team are incredible! From our first meeting I really felt that Dr. Segal listened to my concerns and goals and took the time to get to know me as a person and a patient. Everyone on the team is so kind and compassionate. The level of communication is excellent and far exceeds what I’ve experienced at other fertility clinics in the past. The facility is beautiful and comfortable which is a really nice bonus too!
CASEY S.
My husband and I are absolutely blown away by Collab Fertility and Dr. Segal! From our first meeting, I was immediately struck by her compassion, clear expertise, kindness, and exceptional communication. Having been through the difficult process of IVF for over a year and using two other clinics, I speak from experience that there is NO ONE better than Dr. Segal and her clinic. We hope that through our own experience, others can benefit in their fertility journey like we finally now are.
LISSA AND JUSTIN
Collab Fertility really took care of me from step one to the operating table! Dr. Segal and her staff are so caring and gentle. They really explain every single step so that there is no surprises. They were just so welcoming and kind!! I really can not sing high enough praises to them. I had a wonderful experience working with them and will def be doing so again in the future!
MAY J.
Explore our clinic: a guided tour with Dr. Thalia Segal
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FAQ
Infertility is the inability to conceive a child after one year (or six months, for women over the age of 35) of regular, timed unprotected intercourse. It can affect both men and women and may result from issues with the reproductive systems of either partner.
In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a type of assisted reproductive technology (ART) used to help individuals or couples conceive a child. The process involves fertilizing an egg with sperm outside the body in a laboratory setting. IVF is often used when other fertility treatments have been unsuccessful or when there are specific fertility issues such as severely low sperm counts or blocked fallopian tubes.
Collab Fertility’s IVF pregnancy rates consistently exceed national averages across multiple age groups, based on reporting benchmarks from SART (Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology). These outcomes reflect our experienced embryology team, state-of-the-art IVF lab, and highly personalized approach to fertility care.
You can explore a full breakdown of our IVF success rates by age group and learn more about how outcomes are measured on our Success Rates and Stories page.
Egg and embryo freezing are both ways of collecting and storing our gametes so that they can be later used to initiate a pregnancy.
Both start out with an egg retrieval process, where eggs are collected from the ovaries. In the case of egg freezing, mature eggs are frozen. They are later thawed and then fertilized before being implanted into the uterus of the person who is aiming to become pregnant.
With embryo freezing, the mature egg is fertilized using sperm from a partner or sperm donor, and then frozen. When it’s time for implantation, the embryo is thawed and then transferred.
The main difference between egg and embryo freezing is whether the egg gets fertilized now, or later.
The IUI process involves several steps to optimize timing and increase the chances of conception.
- Cycle Monitoring & Medication
- You will report the first day of your cycle and begin taking the prescribed medications (if applicable).
- Around Cycle Day 10 or 11 (for a Clomid/Letrozole cycle), you will come in for a mid-cycle ultrasound.
- Mid-Cycle Ultrasound
- A vaginal ultrasound is performed to assess:
- Number of follicles
- Follicle size
- Uterine lining thickness
- This helps determine when to take the Ovidrel (hCG trigger) injection to time ovulation accurately.
- Trigger Shot & Insemination Appointments
- You will be instructed on when and how to self-administer the Ovidrel injection.
- If using a partner’s sperm, you will receive two appointments:
- Sperm collection (if fresh sample is used)
- Insemination procedure (IUI)
Your provider will guide you through each step and ensure everything is timed correctly for the best possible outcome.
Collab Fertility combines advanced reproductive medicine with a more personalized, whole-person approach to care called The Collab Way. In addition to IVF and fertility treatment, our team helps patients navigate factors like nutrition, environmental exposures, lifestyle, and emotional wellbeing through collaborative support and individualized treatment plans.
Fertility testing includes blood work, tubal patency testing, and an ultrasound. Male fertility testing includes blood work and a semen analysis. These tests evaluate an individual's or couple's ability to conceive, providing a clearer picture of reproductive health and recommended treatment.
The cost of fertility treatment varies depending on the procedure and your insurance coverage. We recommend scheduling an initial consultation to discuss your options and create a personalized treatment plan.
Yes. We partner with PatientFi, CapexMD, and Maven Wallet to offer flexible financing options for fertility treatments. Our financial counselors can also help you understand your insurance coverage, maximize fertility benefits, and explore available discount programs.
Collab is in-network with United Healthcare, Cigna, Hill Physicians, Health Net, and Carrot. For non-contracted health plans, we will provide a detailed receipt of services and will help you submit directly to your insurance carrier to maximize any reimbursement.
The timeline for starting fertility treatments varies depending on how quickly certain steps are completed. One of the lengthier steps is genetic carrier screening, which typically takes about three weeks for results. After receiving those results, you’ll meet with a financial counselor and then with a nurse to finalize the next steps.
No. We do not currently have a waitlist for new patient consultations or fertility treatments. Our team works to provide timely access to care so you can move forward without unnecessary delays.