Marcelle I. Cedars, MD
Professor, Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences
Director, Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
Director, UCSF In Vitro Fertilization Program
Dr. Marcelle Cedars received her medical training at the University of Texas Southwestern School of Medicine, completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas, and fellowship in reproductive endocrinology at UCLA. She is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. Her clinical and research interests include polycystic ovary syndrome, ovarian aging, and assisted reproduction. She is an NIH-funded researcher and has chaired the FDA panel on Obstetrical and Gynecological Devices and currently serves on the Editorial Board of Fertility and Sterility and the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism.
"I have worked in the field of reproductive endocrinology and infertility for over 25 years. Throughout this time, I have seen the field explode and the options available to our patients increase and, most importantly, improve. Having directed both the clinical and laboratory aspects of IVF, I know how critically important it is to integrate these, oftentimes, disparate aspects of your care. As Director of the Division of Reproductive Endocrinology, it is my opportunity to coordinate the practice, and to encourage a productive relationship between the unequaled science available at UCSF and the personalized care within our reproductive medicine center." |
Victor Y. Fujimoto, MD
Associate Clinical Professor, Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences
Dr. Victor Fujimoto received his medical degree from the University of California at San Diego. He completed his residency at the Mayo Graduate School and fellowship training at UCSF. He practiced Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the University of Washington from 1993-2000. Dr. Fujimoto is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. He has been practicing reproductive medicine since 1990. He serves as an Advisory Board member of the Institute of Biogenesis Research at the University of Hawaii, Manoa, HI. He has previously served on the board of Northern California RESOLVE, a non-profit patient advocacy organization.
His clinical and research interests include all aspects of IVF technologies. He is actively involved in investigating the origins and biology of human embryo fragmentation seen during IVF. His research in this area has uncovered several factors involving high density lipoprotein (HDL) particles as being pivotal in the development of human embryo fragmentation. He was recently funded by the NIH to unravel the mystery of human embryo fragmentation in vitro so that future treatment approaches can be developed to overcome this problem. Another area of research interest for Dr. Fujimoto is the impact of environmental contaminants on human reproduction. Specifically, the effects of toxic metals such as mercury, lead and cadmium on IVF outcomes is currently being investigated as are organic contaminants such as bisphenol A (BPA), a meiotic disruptor in various animal studies. He also has an interest in understanding the factors that influence IVF pregnancy rates such as Asian ethnicity.
"As a former infertility patient myself, I look toward my profession with greater compassion and awareness of the emotional pain and suffering that many couples go through. I believe that it is this awareness that makes my work so rewarding as an infertility specialist assisting couples achieve pregnancy. I strongly believe that couples need to understand their reproductive potential and how it affects their reproductive choices." |
Paolo Rinaudo, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor, Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences
Dr. Paolo Rinaudo received his Medical and PhD degrees at the University of Turin, Turin, Italy. He has wide international experience having worked in Europe and the United States and is fluent in 4 languages. He completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut and a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia. He has received numerous awards and honors and has published multiple research articles in international journals. Dr. Rinaudo is a member of various international organizations, including the American Society of Reproductive Medicine and the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology. He is board certified in both Obstetrics and Gynecology and in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility and is a Fellow of the American Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He is actively involved in laboratory research and leads a group of investigators focused in understanding the effects of preimplantation embryo culture on embryo development.
"I have always been fascinated by the miracle of life and in particular by the possibility to monitor the early steps of embryo development. My passion for this profession derives from the exceptional possibility of helping couples experience the joy of pregnancy. One of the unique characteristics of UCSF is that we can offer excellent and tailored medical and emotional care to the individual couple." |
Heather Huddleston, MD
Assistant Professor, Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences
Medical Director, Center for Reproductive Health
Director, Oocyte Donor Program and
Director, PCOS Clinic
Dr. Heather Huddleston graduated from Harvard Medical School and completed both her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology and fellowship training in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at Brigham and Women’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School. She is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. Her clinical interests include polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), recurrent pregnancy loss and laparoscopic/hysteroscopic surgery. Her research interests include optimization of infertility treatment strategies and recurrent pregnancy loss.
“For many couples faced with infertility or recurrent pregnancy loss, the unfulfilled desire to start a family can be an extremely difficult experience. Our center offers a variety of techniques and strategies to help such couples achieve their goal of becoming parents. As a physician here, I strive to offer my patients personalized care and to help them understand and navigate the complex world of infertility treatment." |
Mitchell Rosen, MD, H.C.L.D.
Assistant Professor, Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences
Director, Reproductive Laboratories and
Director, Fertility Preservation Program
Dr. Mitchell P. Rosen is the director of the UCSF Reproductive Laboratories and Fertility Preservation Program. As a clinical reproductive endocrinologist, Dr. Rosen studies the genetic basis of unexplained infertility and the clinical outcomes of reproductive practices. His main clinical and research focus is the preservation of fertility in cancer patients, and optimizing ovarian stimulation protocols.
Dr. Rosen received his medical training at St. Louis University and completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Texas Medical Branch. He subsequently received his training in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at UCSF. He is board certified in both Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. In addition, to further understand the IVF process, he also trained as an embryologist. Knowledge of both the clinical and laboratory aspects of assisted reproduction has allowed him to focus his clinical work and research endeavors on the optimization of ovarian stimulation protocols to improve egg quality and outcome. Additional research interests include the causes and understanding of premature ovarian failure.
"There are many reasons for having children. The unfulfilled desire for childbearing can be devastating. My goal is to optimize care for the infertile couple so that achieving a pregnancy becomes a reality." |
Linda C. Giudice, MD, PhD
Professor and Chair, UCSF Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences
Dr. Linda Giudice is a biochemist, gynecologist and reproductive endocrinologist who specializes in endometriosis, implantation and ovulatory disorders, infertility and assisted reproduction. In her research, she focuses on endometrial biology and placental-uterine interactions as well as environmental impacts on reproductive health and human embryonic stem cells as a resource for research.
Dr. Giudice earned a Ph.D. in biochemistry at UCLA, completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Rockefeller University, working under Nobel Laureate Gunter Blobel, and completed post-doctoral research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). She earned a medical degree at Stanford University and completed a residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Stanford and Washington University in St. Louis as well as a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at Stanford. She is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. She was on Stanford Hospital's medical staff for 19 years and was the Director of the Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility division. She currently chairs the NIH Reproductive Medicine Network, is on the boards of directors of the Society for Women's Health Research and American Society for Reproductive Medicine and is a member of the Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Sciences. In October 2005, she joined UCSF as the Robert B. Jaffe professor and chair of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences. |
A. Musa Zamah MD, PhD
Assistant Professor, Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences
Dr. A. Musa Zamah received his medical degree and PhD in Biochemistry from Duke University School of Medicine in North Carolina. He completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Stanford University Hospital, and completed his fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the University of California San Francisco. Dr. Zamah is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and he is a member of the American Society of Reproductive Medicine as well as the Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.
Dr. Zamah has given numerous presentations and published multiple research articles within the field of oocyte biology. He is actively involved in cutting edge reproductive research and he recently received a significant research award to continue his studies identifying the determinants of egg quality at the cellular and molecular levels.
“My goal is to provide the most compassionate and outstanding clinical care for our patients. It is a true privilege to help couples experience the joys of pregnancy. One of the most pressing clinical questions in reproductive medicine is what makes a healthy egg. For the treatment of many of our patients, egg quality can be a significant issue. This question has driven my current research endeavors – I seek to identify novel markers of egg quality with the ultimate goal of using this knowledge to improve IVF outcomes for our patients.”
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Nam D. Tran, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor, Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences
Dr. Nam D. Tran is a graduate of the University of Iowa, College of Medicine where he was inducted into the Gold Humanism in Medicine Honor Society. He completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology and fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology at the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Tran is board certified in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility and is a member of the American Society of Reproductive Medicine and Society of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.
Dr. Tran’s clinical and research interests include endometriosis and primary ovarian insufficiency. He is actively involved in investigating the use of patient-specific stem cells as a source of germ cell replacement for patients with infertility. His research is currently supported by the California Institute of Regenerative Medicine. He has given numerous presentations and received many awards for his work in the area of stem cell regeneration.
“I pursued medical training specifically in the field of infertility because I have witnessed the profound emotional impact it has on individuals. In a society where infertile patients routinely face many difficult obstacles with limited options, my goal is to combine the most compassionate care with the forefront of advanced medical technology to help patients through this most challenging process.” |
James F. Smith, MD, MS
Assistant Professor of Urology, and Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences
Director, UCSF Male Reproductive Health
Dr. James Smith received his master's degree in health and medical science, and his medical degree from the University of California's Joint Medical Program (UC Berkeley and UCSF). He did his general surgery and urology training at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, returning to UCSF to complete a Fellowship in Andrology. He now serves as Director of Male Reproductive Health at UCSF.
Dr. Smith directs the multidisciplinary team providing male fertility preservation counseling and treatment, and evaluates and treats men with general fertility problems, low testosterone, erectile dysfunction, Peyronie’s disease. He specializes in the use of microsurgical vasovasostomy, vasoepididymostomy, sperm retrieval, and varicocelectomy. His primary research seeks to improve our understanding of clinical, translational, and basic mechanisms of male reproductive biology. Dr. Smith is an active member of the American Urological Association, the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, Society of Reproductive Surgeons, Society for Male Reproduction and Urology, and the Sexual Medicine Society of North America.
"My passion for caring for men with reproductive health concerns began when I saw
the tremendous impact male infertility has on the infertile couple. My goal is to offer
the highest level of male reproductive health care and service available so that infertile
men have their best chance of achieving a pregnancy."
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Ira D. Sharlip, MD
Clinical Professor, Urology
Dr. Ira D. Sharlip is a clinical professor of urology at UCSF. He received his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania and his urological training at UCSF and the Middlesex Hospital in London, England. He is board-certified in Urology and Internal Medicine. Dr. Sharlip’s academic interests are in reproductive urology and sexual medicine. He is a recognized authority on urological problems of the male reproductive and sexual systems and the author of numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters. He lectures extensively on these and other urological subjects.
In the field of reproductive urology and clinical male infertility, Dr. Sharlip is a leading authority on vasectomy reversal and other types of microsurgical reconstruction of the male reproductive system. He served as co-chairman of the Male Infertility Best Practice Policy Committee of the American Urological Association and is Chairman of the Vasectomy Guideline Committee of the American Urological Association. Dr. Sharlip is the current president of the International Society for Sexual Medicine and associate editor of The Journal of Sexual Medicine. |
Lauri Pasch, PhD
Assistant Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry
Psychological Support Services
Dr. Lauri Pasch is a clinical psychologist at the UCSF Center for Reproductive Health and is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry. Dr. Pasch specializes in infertility, family-building, and reproductive health. She has been part of our team for over 10 years. She conducts complementary consultations for our patients. She also coordinates our stress reduction program, support groups, and psychoeducational workshops regarding topics including egg donation, adoption, and polycystic ovarian syndrome.
Dr. Pasch completed her Ph.D. in clinical health psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles and a fellowship in Psychology and Medicine at the UCSF Langley Porter Psychiatric Institute. She specializes in cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy. She has more than 15 years of experience in assisting patients facing the challenges of fertility treatment, pregnancy loss, premature ovarian insufficiency, polycystic ovarian syndrome, and parenting via egg, sperm or embryo donation, as well as surrogacy. Dr. Pasch has received certification from Alice Domar in the Mind/Body Program for Infertility.
Dr. Pasch is a nationally recognized expert in research addressing the psychological needs of fertility patients. She has recently published studies of the psychological consequences of infertility treatment, parenting children born from egg and sperm donation, and marital communication. So, in addition to being a supportive listener, she can share with you the most current scientific knowledge about any psychological issue associated with infertility or its treatment as well as alternative forms of family building.
She is a member of the Mental Health Professional Group of the American Society of Reproductive Medicine and is currently the Scientific Director. She speaks nationally on topics such as third-party reproduction or coping with PCOS.
“My goal is for you to feel emotionally supported at every step of your fertility journey. Each person faces the challenges of fertility treatment differently, but for many people, it is very stressful and emotionally hard. Come to me for help with making decisions about your care, coping, stress reduction, dealing with family and friends, or just to talk. If you are suffering, I don’t want you to go through it all alone.” |
Lili Kuzmich, MS
Genetic Counselor
Lili Kuzmich is a genetic counselor who specializes in the fields of infertility, assisted reproductive technologies, and pre-implantation genetic diagnosis. As a program genetic counselor, Lili assesses reproductive genetic risks based on personal and family history to allow patients to make more informed decisions about their reproductive options. Lili has many years work experience as a scientific researcher in both industry and academia and also worked as a research assistant and laboratory manager at UCSF prior to receiving her masters of science in genetic counseling from Stanford University. She joined the UCSF team in 2011.
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Gina Davis, MS, CGC
Genetic Counselor
Gina Davis is a board-certified genetic counselor, who specializes in the fields of infertility, assisted reproductive technologies, and pre-implantation genetic diagnosis. As the program genetic counselor, Gina assesses reproductive genetic risks based on personal and family history to allow patients to make more informed decisions about their reproductive options. Gina joined the UCSF team in 2004. She received her masters of science in genetic counseling from California State University, Northridge and obtained board certification in genetic counseling in 2005. Her research interests include patient decision-making, risk communication, and public health and policy efforts in reproductive genetics and reproductive medicine.
"My goal is to help prospective parents become aware of genetic issues that may affect them or future generations. By addressing each couple's set of genetic questions and concerns, I can help them to make educated decisions about their options. This is especially important given the rapid advances in genetics and reproductive medicine."
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Anita Scott
Patient Navigator
Anita Scott is the Patient Navigator for the Center for Reproductive Health at UCSF. She is responsible for providing high-level assistance to patients undergoing fertility treatment and helping them navigate our complex environment. The position serves as a link between the CRH clinical practice and the practice billing team. The Navigator position was created to provide CRH patients with a resource and advocate within the practice, with the objective of increasing patient satisfaction and reducing patient anxiety during their fertility journey.
Anita has over 12 years experience working in health care in a variety of customer service roles, primarily focusing on account management, account services and operations. Anita is an effective patient advocate who has developed policies and procedures to meet patient needs, in addition to educating patients on the value of the programs and services available to them. In 2006 Anita launched a support group for families of military personnel serving in a time of war.
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