Your RADfertility SafeJourney Plan
Our highest priority at RADfertility is the safety of our patients, and we have carefully developed protocols to assure high quality and protective care during the pandemic.
Last Updated September 26, 2022
Here are our current Covid-19 testing protocols and partner visit policies:
Effective October 3, 2022, RADfertility will allow one adult support person to accompany a patient for all appointments regardless of vaccination status. For egg retrieval procedures, the support person will not be permitted in the pre-operative holding or operating room area but may wait in our 3rd floor lobby.
As a courtesy to your fellow infertility warriors, we do not allow children in our offices for appointments.
Covid-19 Vaccine Update
RADfertility is following ACOG, ASRM and SMFM guidelines regarding the Covid-19 vaccine and patient care. Patients with questions should reach out to discuss their personal situation if needed.
CDC Covid-19 Vaccine Information For People Planning for Pregnancy – Updated July 14, 2022
ACOG COVID-19 Vaccination Considerations for Obstetric–Gynecologic Care – Updated September 20, 2022
ASRM Update 20 – Reproductive Facts Regarding COVID-19 Vaccination – Issued on April 20, 2022
RADfertility’s SafeJourney Plan Follows Guidance for Patient Care During the Covid-19 Pandemic Set Forth by the CDC and the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM):
- For everyone’s protection: state-of-the-art personal protective equipment (PPE) for our staff, and mask requirements and availability for our patients. Click here to learn about the CDC guidance we are following on required PPE for reproductive care procedures and activities.
- For our patients: efficient symptom screening via online questionnaire along with digital check-in from your car, minimizing the time needed for in-office visits. Click here to learn how to check-in for your appointment at RADfertility.
- Required for our dedicated ‘frontline’ staff: preemptive interval Covid testing
- Extensive sanitizing of exam rooms and equipment before patient hours, between patient visits, and after patient visits are finished each day
- Covid testing protocol for our patients undergoing a retrieval
- For our gentlemen patients: a popular semen analysis testing and short-term cryopreservation option without needing to making a trip to our offices. Click here to order or register your RADdad at-home sperm collection kit.
- RADfertility’s physicians and clinician providers will continue their active and convenient telemedicine consultations, and look forward to speaking to you
Fertility Treatment & Covid-19 Frequently Asked Questions
1. What social distancing measures are being taken to minimize possible exposure to Covid-19?
- Telemedicine will be utilized for most consults and teaching appointments.
- Only essential appointments will occur within the office building.
- You will check in remotely once you arrive at the parking lot. Click here to learn how to check-in to your appointment at RADfertility.
2. What screening and testing measures are being taken to minimize possible exposure of Covid-19?
- For patients: Symptom screening via online questionnaire prior to your travel to our offices. Click here to learn how to check-in to your appointment at RADfertility.
- For IVF patients: Patients who will be undergoing a retrieval will be required to test for Covid regardless of vaccination status.
- For staff: Preemptive interval Covid testing
3. What PPE measures are being taken to minimize possible exposure of Covid-19?
- For patients: Medical grade masks must be used. Patients who do not have a medical grade mask will be provided one by a RADfertility team member.
- For staff: State-of-the-art personal protective equipment (PPE) including medical grade masks will be used at all times
4. Am I at an increased risk of contracting Covid-19 during fertility treatment?
There is no evidence that fertility treatments including diagnostic testing, laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgery, cycle monitoring, intrauterine insemination (IUI), egg retrieval and/or embryo transfer (IVF) etc. are affected by Covid-19. However, given the nature of fertility assessment/treatments which necessitate multiple office visits, even with widespread testing and risk mitigation strategies, there is no guarantee that you will not be exposed to the virus. You should discuss your individual risks with your healthcare provider.
5. What happens if I suspect I have Covid-19, and I'm in the process of fertility treatment?
If you suspect you’re sick with Covid-19, seek medical care immediately. Tell your doctor about your recent travel and your symptoms. Avoid contact with others and contact RADfertility with your condition as soon as possible.
6. Can I proceed with fertility treatment if I meet diagnostic criteria for Covid-19?
If a patient is symptomatic, they will need to obtain a PCR test and give us the results before presenting to the office.
7. What are the risks of contracting Covid-19 prior or during pregnancy?
According to the CDC, people with COVID-19 during pregnancy are more likely to experience complications that can affect their pregnancy and developing baby compared to people without COVID-19 during pregnancy. For example, COVID-19 during pregnancy increases the risk of delivering a preterm (earlier than 37 weeks) or stillborn infant. People with COVID-19 during pregnancy may also be more likely to have other pregnancy complications.
See the latest data on birth and infant outcomes among pregnant women with COVID-19.
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