Since 1986, Boston IVF has been conducting ground-breaking research that has contributed to improvements in assisted reproductive technologies and fertility treatment. Patients at Boston IVF benefit from working with the experts who conducted these studies; when appropriate, patients are invited to participate in research studies as well. Below are brief descriptions of three studies being conducted by Boston IVF. The FASTT and FORTT trials are being done in affiliation with Harvard Medical School, Dartmouth College and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) and are funded by the National Institutes of Health.

 
FASTT (Fast Track and Standard Treatment Track ) Trial: This study will determine whether it is best for a woman under 40 years of age to limit the number of intrauterine insemination treatment (IUI) cycles before moving on to IVF.

FORTT (Forty and Over Infertility Treatment) Trial: This study will help determine the best treatment for infertile women over the age of 40. Visit www.fortyfertility.com for more information.

Project Hannah: This study, initiated early in 2007, will be one of the first studies to thoroughly investigate the relationship between stress and IVF outcome. The goal of this study is to determine if stress reduction leads to higher pregnancy rates. Participants will be randomized into two groups and will receive either complimentatry enrollment to the Mind/Body Program or free spa gift certificates. For more information on Project Hannah, contact Kristin Backman at Kristin.Backman@Bostonivf.com or call (781) 434-6470

Additionally, Boston IVF initiates new research projects on a regular basis. If you are interested in enrolling in a study or learning more about our research, please speak with your Boston IVF physician or our Study Coordinator, Marie.