A major update in reproductive healthcare is underway. In May 2026, an international consortium of researchers, clinicians, and patient advocates announced that Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) will be renamed Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). The change was endorsed by the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) following a global consensus process involving more than 14,000…
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UCSF Center for Reproductive Health Named #1 Fertility Clinic in California and #5 in the U.S. by Newsweek for 2026
The UCSF Center for Reproductive Health has once again been recognized among the nation’s top fertility programs, earning the #1 ranking in California and #5 in the United States in Newsweek’s America’s Best Fertility Clinics 2026. This marks the second consecutive year UCSF has achieved this distinction, reinforcing its leadership in reproductive medicine, innovation, and…
Why People Choose Fertility Preservation: Egg Freezing, Medical & Personal Reasons
Fertility preservation gives people options. It allows individuals to extend their reproductive timeline when age, medical treatment, or life circumstances make timing uncertain. At the UCSF Center for Reproductive Health, fertility preservation is both a medical intervention and a deeply personal decision shaped by each patient’s goals. Below we explain why people choose preservation, how…
Newsweek Ranks UCSF Center for Reproductive Health #1 Best Fertility Clinic in California & #2 in the Nation
We’re proud to share exciting news: UCSF Center For Reproductive Health at Mission Bay, an international leader in comprehensive fertility care, has been ranked by Newsweek as the No. 1 fertility clinic in California and No. 2 in the nation. As the demand for assisted reproductive technology and high-quality fertility care continues to grow, Newsweek’s…
New Website, Same Mission
We’re introducing the next digital chapter of the UCSF Center for Reproductive Health with the launch of our new website. Timing is everything, and this evolution is a mirror of our institution’s commitment to advancing reproductive medicine, a field that continues to transform. CRH is a place alive with innovation, and we’re staffed by a…
Mouse Model of IVF
Assisted Reproductive technologies (ART) have shown astounding success, resulting in the birth of more than 8 million children or 1.5% of the population of the Western World. While the procedures results in the birth of healthy children, one outstanding question is the estimation of long-term risks following the use of these technologies. In fact, fetal…
COVID-19, Pregnancy and Fertility – What You Need To Know
As the COVID-19 pandemic endures as part of our everyday lives, there are important considerations for families and individuals planning pregnancy. First and foremost, pregnancy is a “high risk state.” This means that pregnant women who get infected with COVID-19 have more severe illness and face higher risk of complications including ICU admission, mechanical ventilation, and…