University of Alabama at Birmingham, Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility

Birmingham, Alabama 35233

Medical Director: Deidre D. Gunn, MD

The University of Alabama at Birmingham's Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility clinic offers comprehensive fertility care in a supportive academic medical setting. Under the leadership of Medical Director Dr. Deidre D. Gunn, the clinic provides a full range of fertility services including IVF, egg freezing, donor egg programs, and surrogacy assistance. Their verified lab accreditation ensures that your treatment meets the highest quality standards.

The clinic's outcomes reflect their commitment to excellence, with live birth rates of 39.10% for patients under 35 and 38.90% for those aged 35-37. Having completed 289 treatment cycles in 2022, the team brings substantial experience to each patient's unique journey. As part of UAB's renowned medical system, you'll benefit from access to cutting-edge research and a multidisciplinary approach to care. The clinic understands that navigating fertility treatment can feel overwhelming, which is why they focus on providing clear communication and personalized treatment plans to help guide you through each step of the process.

Services Offered

IVF

In vitro fertilization — eggs are retrieved and fertilized in a lab, then transferred to the uterus.

Egg Freezing

Oocyte cryopreservation — eggs are retrieved and frozen for future use.

Donor Egg

Uses eggs from a screened donor for patients who cannot use their own.

Surrogacy

Gestational carrier arrangements — an embryo is transferred to a surrogate who carries the pregnancy.

Success Rates

Success rates reflect live births per intended egg retrieval, as reported to the CDC for the 2022 reporting year. Rates vary based on individual patient factors.

Age Group	Fresh Transfers	Frozen Transfers	Nat'l Avg
Under 35	39.10%-9.3	60.00%	48.4%
35–37	38.90%+2.9	50.00%	36%
38–40	0.00%-23.6	Not reported	23.6%
Over 40	Not reported	Not reported	9.5%

Based on 289 total cycles reported. National averages computed across all reporting clinics.