50315mt Fertility Ctr Brochure

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OUR FERTILITY SPECIALISTS
Rosella D. Smith, M.D.
Reproductive
Endocrinology
and Infertility
Dr. Smith is a Reproductive
Endocrinologist with over 18 years
of experience in infertility and
in vitro fertilization. A graduate
of University of Florida, College of Medicine, Gainesville,
Florida in 1982, she completed her residency training
in obstetrics and gynecology at the Greater Baltimore
Medical Center in 1986. She pursued a fellowship in
in vitro fertilization from 1986 to 1987. Dr. Smith went
to Georgetown University Hospital from 1987 to 1989
to complete a fellowship in reproductive endocrinology.
From 1989 to 1994 Dr. Smith was a reproductive endocrinologist at the Women’s Fertility Center of the
Greater Baltimore Medical Center. In 1994 Dr. Smith
joined the staff of the Fertility Center of Maryland.
Kimberly J. Dugan, M.T.
(ASCP)
Supervisor, IVF and
Andrology Laboratory
Kim Dugan is an embryologist
and andrologist with over 17 years
experience in in vitro fertilization.
A graduate of James Madison
University, Harrisonburg, Virginia in 1983, she completed her
internship in medical technology at Rockingham Memorial
Hospital in 1983. Kim Dugan is the laboratory supervisor
at the Fertility Center of Maryland with three experienced
embryologists and andrologists on her staff.
Sharon Freiman
R.N.C., B.S.N.
Clinical Coordinator
Sharon Freiman is a graduate of
Towson State University School
of Nursing, with over 13 years
experience in the field of Reproductive Endocrinology and
Infertility, and over 13 years experience in the field of
women’s health. A member of the American Society
for Reproductive Medicine, Sharon earned National
Certification as a Reproductive Endocrinology and
Infertility nurse. She has been with The Fertility Center
of Maryland since 1994. Sharon is our clinical coordinator
with a staff of six nurses and medical assistants.
Santiago L. Padilla, M.D.
Reproductive
Endocrinology
and Infertility
Dr. Padilla is a Reproductive
Endocrinologist with over
20 years of experience in
infertility and in vitro fertilization.
A graduate of the University of Puerto Rico School of
Medicine, San Juan, Puerto Rico in 1978, he completed
his residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at
The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore in 1982. At the
Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, he pursued his
fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
from 1982 to 1984. Dr. Padilla developed and directed
the laser laparoscopy and in vitro fertilization program
from 1984 to 1987 at the Medical College of Georgia.
From 1987 to 1992, Dr. Padilla was Associate Director
of the In Vitro Fertilization Program at the Greater
Baltimore Medical Center. In 1992, Dr. Padilla
founded the Fertility Center of Maryland and is the
medical director.
Katherine M. Bass,
M.D., M.H.S.
Reproductive
Endocrinology
and Infertility
Dr. Bass is a Reproductive
Endocrinologist with over
15 years of experience in
infertility and in vitro fertilization. A graduate of the
Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North
Carolina, she completed her residency training in
obstetrics and gynecology at University Health Center
of Pittsburgh, Magee-Womens Hospital in 1987. She
pursued a fellowship in reproductive endocrinology at
the University of Maryland 1987-1989 and went on
to get a Master’s of Health Science in epidemiology in
1991 from the Johns Hopkins School of Hygiene and
Public Health. From 1989 to 1991 she was an instructor
in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at
University of Maryland, and in 1991 Dr. Bass became
Assistant Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and
Gynecology at Johns Hopkins University, Bayview
Medical Center. In 1996 Dr. Bass joined the staff of the
Fertility Center of Maryland.
Towson
FERTILITY CENTER
OF
MARYLAND
SPECIALISTS IN REPRODUCTIVE MEDICINE.
Directions to the Center
From 695 East
Take exit 26, York Road, Towson-Lutherville • Left at
the light • Right at first light, West Road • Continue
thru next light • Turn right into West Road Corporate
Center 110 West Road • Follow signs to the Center
From 695 West
Take exit 26A, York Road-Towson • Right at light
onto West Road • Turn right into West Road Corporate
Center 110 West Road • Follow signs to the Center
Santiago L. Padilla, M.D.
Rosella D. Smith, M.D.
Katherine M. Bass, M.D., M.H.S.
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A Baby…
The ultimate expression of love that only
the two of you can give to each other.
You’ve tried—maybe you have even sought the
help of your family physician or gynecologist—
but now the time has come to seek
the services of fertility specialists.
The Fertility Center of Maryland
Santiago L. Padilla, M.D.
Rosella D. Smith, M.D.
Katherine M. Bass, M.D.
—physicians, nurses, laboratory technologists,
ultrasonographers, and the many support staff, as
well as “state-of-the-art” equipment and facilities.
This brochure was designed by Marta Padilla
Helping Childless Couples
Become Parents
110 West Road Suite 102
Towson, Maryland 21204
(410) 296-6400 • FAX (410) 296-6405
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.fertilitycentermd.com
A Special Center Designed for People
Having Difficulty Getting Pregnant
The Fertility Center of Maryland, Santiago L.
Padilla, M.D., Rosella D. Smith, M.D., and
Katherine M. Bass, M.D. brings new hope to
couples unable to conceive because of infertility.
The Center offers individualized treatment by
a caring and dedicated staff to help you through
the stress of infertility and towards a successful
outcome. Our IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) professional team brings over 50 years of experience in
assisted reproduction.
A wide range of infertility services, including an
accredited Surgical Center, Andrology, Endocrinology
and IVF laboratories, and comprehensive sonographic
services, are available on site.
In commenting on the Center, Dr. Padilla
said, “Our goal is to provide personal comprehensive
infertility services in a state-of-the-art private outpatient
center.”
The Appropriate Treatment
for Your Special Needs
Many treatments are available and we specialize in
advanced assisted reproductive techniques.
• Acupuncture
• AID Artificial Insemination with donor sperm
• Assisted Hatching
• Blastocyst Embryo Transfer
• Donor Egg Program
• Embryo Freezing allows storage of fertilized eggs
for future transfer, improving the pregnancy rate
and lowering the risk of multiple pregnancy.
• Gestational Carrier Program
• ICSI Intracytoplasmic sperm injection.
• IUI Intrauterine insemination involves the
transfer into the womb of actively moving sperm
which have been separated from the semen.
• IVF In Vitro Fertilization involves the union
of sperm and egg in the laboratory with transfer
directly to the womb.
Patient Educational Services
Who Should See Us
• Seminars – Patient Educational Seminars are
offered throughout the year for new and existing
patients. The physicians present an overview
of the different infertility options and services
provided at the Fertility Center of Maryland.
The laboratory staff discusses the different and
latest technology followed by a question and
answer session.
• Newsletters – Keep the patients informed of
the latest information regarding infertility, staff
news and calendar of events.
• Injection Training – Is available to our patients
undergoing an injectable cycle by appointment only.
• Psychological Counseling – Referrals to experienced mental health professionals are available
to assist patients dealing with the stress of
treatment.
• IVF Class – The nursing department holds a
class once a month to educate the patients
about the IVF process.
• Insurance Counseling – Provided by the billing
department to help the patients understand
their insurance coverage and requirements.
It is offered at the initial visit and as needed
when requested by the patient.
If a couple has been trying to achieve pregnancy
for over one year, it is time to consult our specialists
who exclusively treat couples with infertility.*
Success Rate
Our success rate is enviable, as evidenced by the
trust placed in us by more than 200 referring
physicians. In fact, our “take home baby rates” for
assisted reproductive techniques like IVF have
exceeded the national average for over 10 years.
The Fertility Center of Maryland is an Active
Member of the IVF Registry and of the Society
of Assisted Reproductive Technologies. Our IVF
laboratory is accredited by the Joint Commission
on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations
(JCAHO). Our Surgery Center is accredited by
the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory
Health Care (AAAHC).
Insurance Coverage
Because insurance plans vary in coverage, the
Fertility Center of Maryland’s on-site Billing
Department will assist you with all of your
insurance questions. Please call (410) 296-6132.
Conditions that have long been considered
causes of infertility:
• failure to ovulate
• hormonal issues
• tubal obstruction
• endometriosis
• cervical mucus factors • uterine fibroids
• pelvic adhesions
• male factor
In addition to these traditional causes, modern
diagnostic techniques have revealed other causes
for previously unexplained infertility:
• Egg quality
• Fertilization failure
• Ovulatory dysfunction
*If the woman is older than 35, the couple should be seen after trying for 6 months.
A Hope… A Chance… A Reality…
Excerpts of letters from our patients
“Our most sincere and deepest gratitude go to
Dr. Santiago L. Padilla and his entire staff at the
Fertility Center of Maryland in Towson. Their expertise,
support, patience and guidance were paramount in
making our long awaited wish come true.”
V.L.
“From the very first time I walked into your office
I was greeted with a warm and friendly reception
not just from you, but from everyone in your office.
Your team really goes beyond the call of duty when
it comes to their work and patients, and for that
I’m grateful. I’ve always been told that the in-vitro
process was stressful beyond words, however, your
caring and commitment to your work made every
step smooth sailing. Words will never be able to
express my gratitude.”
S.S.
“There may be bigger fertility centers, but there are
none better!! Thank you all again from the bottom of
our hearts…
N.F & A.F.
“We’ve tried to write this letter for so long looking for
the “perfect” words of thanks but it seems that mere
words cannot express the gratitude we feel for the two
gifts you made possible for us to receive. Without your
caring expertise and individualized technological support
our two little miracles would not have happened. We
just wanted to thank you from the bottom of our hearts
for delivering the gift of life. So with sincere appreciation
and gratitude for the work that all of you caring and
special people do, please accept our heart felt thanks
for helping our two precious little bundles make their
wonderful entrance into this world. We can’t imagine
life without them. Thank you for bringing us the joy that
fills empty hearts and lasts a lifetime…”.
S.T.
“I just wanted you all to know that with every patient
you treat, whether with or without success, you all
have played a part in ultimately helping us become
mothers through your good bedside manner, encouragement, personal stories and good counsel.”
N.L.D.
“Your staff also helped in keeping us going. We’re so
glad we did not give up. We have two wonderful
children, and we could not be happier.”
K.R. & P.R.
“I want to thank your staff for the excellent treatment
I received during my IVF. The entire staff made me
feel comfortable and took the time to answer all of my
questions. I was especially nervous just prior to my
retrieval and transfer. The nurses took the time to
calm and reassure me. It is a refreshing change to call
your doctors office and speak directly to a nurse and
not have to wait hours for a return call.
I am so thankful that we were referred to a
wonderful fertility center. If I have family or friends
that need the services of a fertility center, I will refer
them to your office.”
T.K.