Over the years, we have had quite a number of members who have had experience of IVF.
Some of these posts have been very concerning - e.g. ignoring substantially elevated TSH, GPs unwilling to co-operate with IVF clinics re thyroid hormone dosing, etc.
Today, the Guardian is asking for experiences of IVF clinics - specifically private clinics.
If any members have relevant experience, and wish to contribute, follow the link below.
[Am posting this purely so that you have the option to take part. Neither meaning to promote it, nor push anyone to do so. Obviously, my thoughts are about thyroid issues specifically. But you can obviously choose whatever you want to say!]
Share your experience of private fertility treatment in the UK
We are interested in hearing from people in the UK about their experience of private treatments
England’s first not-for-profit fertility clinic has shut within a year of opening and has been sold to a private provider, in what one of its founders called “a tragedy for women”.
We are interested in hearing from people in the UK who have undergone fertility treatment at a private clinic. What was your final bill and were there any unexpected costs? Do you feel you were given clear information about your chances of success?
We’d like to find out whether you felt you were treated with enough compassion. If you’re in a same sex relationship, what was your experience?
We are also interested in hearing from practitioners amid concerns that some patients are being offered unproven “add-ons” in the private sector, such as assisted hatching or immunological tests.
You can remain anonymous, if you prefer, and we will contact you before publishing, so please leave contact details.
Share your experience
We are interested in speaking to people who have experience of private IVF treatment in the UK.
Please share your story if you are 18 or over, anonymously if you wish. For more information please see our terms of service and privacy policy.
Seeking private (non-NHS) treatment of underactive thyroid - London and surrounding areas
Private blood tests results - do I share with GP?
