Infertility Related Links
More information on infertility is available at these websites recommended by the U.S.News & World Report Library:
American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)
In addition to providing patient fact sheets on a wide range of reproductive health topics, this website has a searchable database to help patients locate a reproductive surgeon in their area.
The American Fertility Association (AFA)
This national nonprofit group offers services to assist people in gathering information about medical options, coping techniques, insurance issues, and other concerns.
An online community designed to support couples and individuals in their family-building efforts. People interested in posting a question or interacting with other members can join a chat room or a forum on topic areas such as adoption, surrogacy, infertility, and pregnancy.
RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association
This organization provides educational information, advocacy, and a venue for people experiencing infertility to share personal stories and experiences. It has strong local and regional volunteer networks.
Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology (SART)
A key function of the website is to help patients find and contact the nearly 400 infertility clinics in the United States. SART has worked with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to collect data on the success rates for various treatments.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) provides links to clinical trials, supported by federal and private funds, for both male and female infertility.