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A new era of fertility care: why Scotland needs a more personalised model – and why now
Expert Voices, NewsBy Dr. Karolina Skorupskaite Carlyle, Founder of Genus Medical Fertility
Scotland stands at a critical juncture in reproductive healthcare. With 1 in 6 couples across the UK now facing fertility challenges, reproductive health is no longer…

Putting the power into the patients’ hands: why fertility education matters
Expert Voices, NewsBy Dr. Karolina Skorupskaite Carlyle, Founder of Genus Medical Fertility
Despite remarkable advances in reproductive medicine, too many people still reach a fertility clinic wishing they had known more, and known it sooner.
As a fertility…

Genus Medical Fertility is now open: bringing world-class embryology to Scotland
Clinic Update, NewsWe are proud to announce that Genus Medical Fertility is now open and welcoming patients at our purpose-built clinic in Shawfair Business Park, Edinburgh.
Our opening marks an exciting new chapter for reproductive healthcare in Scotland.…

How technology and embryologists are working together to advance fertility care
Clinic Update, Expert VoicesNearly half a century after the birth of Louise Brown, the world’s first ‘test-tube baby’, in vitro fertilisation (IVF) has evolved from a groundbreaking leap of faith in 1978 to a highly refined, well-established clinical process. Genus’ Embryology director, Karen Thompson, explains how recent advances in embryology, such as genetic screening and AI, are impacting reproductive medicine and patient outcomes.

In the spotlight: our Embryology director Karen Thompson
Clinic Update, Expert VoicesIn the spotlight: our Embryology director, Karen Thompson, explains why she thinks Genus Medical Fertility is unique. "We want to be patient-focused above all. In fertility, there are various metrics to measure success. Your clinic could have a good pregnancy rate, but what is the patient experience like?"