Western Fertility Institute

Encino, California 91436

Medical Director: Ashim V. Kumar, MD

Western Fertility Institute in Encino, California, offers comprehensive fertility care under the guidance of Medical Director Dr. Ashim V. Kumar. The clinic provides a full range of services including IVF, egg freezing, donor egg programs, and surrogacy support to help families achieve their dreams of parenthood.

What sets Western Fertility Institute apart is their strong track record of success. For patients under 35, they achieve a live birth rate of 50.60%, while patients ages 35-37 see a 49.00% live birth rate—results that reflect both their clinical expertise and commitment to personalized care. With 734 treatment cycles performed in 2022 and verified lab accreditation, you can trust that you're receiving care from an established practice with proven experience.

Navigating fertility treatment can feel overwhelming, but Western Fertility Institute's team understands this journey and works to provide clarity and support every step of the way. Their comprehensive approach ensures that whether you're just beginning to explore your options or ready to move forward with treatment, you'll have access to the advanced reproductive technologies and compassionate care you need.

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	50.60%+2.2	57.50%	48.4%
35–37	49.00%+13.0	52.20%	36%
38–40	25.80%+2.2	38.10%	23.6%
Over 40	20.70%+11.2	50.00%	9.5%

Based on 734 total cycles reported. National averages computed across all reporting clinics.