7 Important Things to Consider Before Choosing a Fertility Clinic
Choosing a fertility clinic is not like booking a routine medical appointment. The clinic you pick will manage your diagnosis, your treatment plan and some of the most emotionally charged weeks of your life. Getting this decision right from the start saves time, money and unnecessary stress. Here are seven things every couple should check before choosing. 1. Confirm the Clinic Has ICMR Recognition The Indian Council of Medical Research, known as ICMR, regulates fertility clinics in India under the Assisted Reproductive Technology Regulation Act, 2021. An ICMR-recognised clinic follows defined standards for clinical practice, patient safety and laboratory quality. This recognition is not a marketing claim. It is a regulatory requirement that protects you as a patient. Any clinic that cannot confirm ICMR recognition should not be your first choice. 2. Check That Both Partners Are Evaluated Fertility challenges can involve the male partner, the female partner or both. A clinic that evalua...