INVOcell in Houston, TX

“This is the best fertility clinic in town!”

Starts at $9,400 with PGT included
Trusted by patients and peers statewide
Clear, doctor-led education and support
Transparent care tailored to your needs

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Tired of Struggling With Infertility? Contact Our Houston, TX, Practice Today

Contact our Houston, TX, practice today to take the first step in starting your family.

“I did Invocell here and just recently had my baby boy from the frozen transfer where we transferred two embryos. I am so grateful to this clinic because without them and God my miracle child wouldn’t be here!” - Andreana

“We ended up trying Invocell and it worked on the first time, we are now expecting twins! We can’t thank them enough for everything!” - Chelsea

Dr. Kristiansen is a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist infertility specialist who has been in practice since 1995. In that time, she has helped hundreds of hopeful parents throughout Houston, TX, start and build their families. She has completed more than 1,000 IVF cycles with comparable pregnancy rates to the rest of the nation. Because of this, our Houston-based clinic is used by other reproductive endocrinologists in Texas.

Having struggled with infertility herself, Dr. Kristiansen understands the emotional toll it can take on you and your partner. She is able to provide each of her patients with compassionate care because she truly understands the struggle. When you choose our fertility doctor Houston, TX, for your infertility treatment, you will receive top-quality care in a warm and inviting environment from a friendly, compassionate team.

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Understanding INVOcell Fertility Treatment

INVOcell is a minimally invasive fertility treatment that uses a woman’s body, not a lab, to support fertilization and embryo development. This natural environment helps maintain ideal pH and temperature conditions while reducing the cost of treatment.

The device has three parts: an inner chamber for eggs and sperm, a culture device for protection, and a retention device to hold it in place.

At Houston Fertility Center, every INVOcell cycle includes preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) to help ensure only the healthiest embryos are selected, improving the chances of a successful pregnancy.

A Holistic Approach To Incubation

Since the entire INVOcell incubation phase occurs within the woman’s body, the factors required to sustain incubation such as temperature and physiological pH remain more constant. In a laboratory, the incubation environment may be subjected to regular interference, such as when the incubator doors open or close, or when the thermostat cycles. The INVOcell approach reduces the potential for fluctuations in the incubation environment.

INVOcell vs. IVF: What’s the Difference?

Both INVOcell and IVF are proven fertility treatments, but they differ in cost, approach, and where incubation takes place.

Not sure which is right for you? Compare IVF in Houston, TX, and INVOcell to learn more or schedule a consultation to discuss your options.

Am I a Good Candidate For INVOcell?

Sad woman with her partner looking at a pregnancy test

Although the success rates and potential savings INVOcell offers are attractive to many hopeful parents, it is important to understand this option may not be right for every patient. You will first have a consultation with Dr. Kristiansen at our Houston practice, where a hormonal evaluation, a saline sonohysterogram, and a semen analysis will be performed to determine if INVOcell is the right fit for you.

You or your partner may be a good candidate for INVOcell if you:

Have blocked fallopian tubes or a previous tubal ligation
Have ovulatory dysfunction
Have unexplained infertility
Have mild to moderate sperm abnormalities
Have normal levels of anti-müllerian hormone (AMH)
Have a normal antral follicle count
Do not have severe male-factor infertility

The INVOcell Procedure What To Expect

The first step is to contact our Houston, TX, office to schedule your consultation. There, we will do a thorough screening of you and your partner to determine which fertility treatment is most likely to help grow your family.

"INVOcell is a less-invasive and more holistic approach to infertility"

Ovarian Stimulation

The patient will start by undergoing an ovarian stimulation cycle that is milder than the protocols associated with IVF. This allows for improved comfort and reduces the risk of ovarian hyperstimulation (OHSS).

Device Placement

Mature eggs are collected and placed into the patented INVOcell device, along with a sperm specimen. The device is then positioned in the vaginal canal to foster the initial phases of embryonic growth.

Embryo Inspection

Once incubation is complete, around 3-5 days, the device is removed, and the embryos are inspected by our embryologist. PGT is performed, which requires that the embryos be cryopreserved while the genetic results are pending. Once the PGT results are ready, one to two of the healthiest embryos will be chosen. Any remaining healthy embryos can remain frozen and stored for future use.

Frozen Embryo Transfer

Frozen embryo transfer (FET) is performed with every INVOcell cycle, as we perform PGT with every cycle. Using the results of the PGT, the embryologist is able to choose only chromosomally normal embryos for FET. The FET process entails preparing the uterus for transfer using estrogen and progesterone hormone supplementation, which is usually performed while awaiting PGT results. After approximately two weeks of hormonal supplementation, the selected embryo is thawed and transferred into the uterus. A pregnancy test is scheduled for 12-14 days later.

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Are There Any Side Effects To INVOcell Treatment?

Fertility drugs are used to help regulate a woman's cycle and stimulate egg production for INVOcell treatment. Mild side effects from this medication can develop but vary from patient to patient. During your consultation, Dr. Kristiansen will review with you any potential side effects, including:

Hot flashes
Bloating and weight gain
Fatigue and headaches
Abdominal discomfort
Mood swings
Nausea
Spotting
Tender or sore breasts
Dizziness