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Premium IVF Treatments in Costa Rica: World-Class Fertility Care at 50% of US Costs.

Achieve your dream of building a family with Dr. Azulay. State-of-the-art IVF lab, internationally certified protocols, and personalized care in paradise.

Save up to 60% vs. USImmediate Start / No Waitlists
1,400+

Babies Born & Happy Families

Bringing hope and life to families globally

72%

IVF Success Rate

Internationally certified patient outcomes

11+

Years of Reproductive Excellence

Pioneering reproductive medicine in Costa Rica

Our Patients' Journeys

Having a Family is Possible: Hear Our International Patients

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Kathy's IVF Twins Success Story
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"Kathy's IVF Twins Success Story"

Our dream of having a family finally came true in Costa Rica. The care was outstanding and costs were a fraction of the US.

Kathy & David Brown

New York, USA

Real Families, Real Dreams Fulfilled

Our clinical care creates real families. Here are some of the happy homes made possible.

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Happy family with newborn child
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Parents holding their twins
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Mother playing with toddler
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LGBTQ parents with baby
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Happy parents holding hands with twins

World-Class Clinical Standards

The 4 Pillars of Azul Fertility Infrastructure

We combine scientific rigor with compassionate, personalized coordination. Here is why patients from across North America choose Azul Fertility Experts.

State-of-the-Art IVF Lab

Pristine cleanroom air filtration system completely free of volatile organic compounds (VOC) to guarantee the best quality embryos and success rates.

Certified Embryologists

Active members of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) performing advanced ICSI, PGT (preimplantation genetic testing), and cryogenic storage.

Transparent Pricing Structure

Itemized, clear medical contracts signed before cycle initialization. Save up to 60% compared to US clinics with zero hidden coordinator fees.

Full International Support

100% remote pre-travel clinical file review and preparation, ensuring you only travel to San José, Costa Rica for the necessary procedures.

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Cost & Care Comparison

Why Choose Costa Rica: US/Canada vs. Azul Fertility

Comparison MetricAverage US / Canada ClinicAzul Fertility Experts
Average IVF Cost$15,000 - $22,000+From $7,500 - $9,000
Wait Times3 to 6 MonthsImmediate Start / No Waitlists
Lab StandardsVariable (A/B Class)Top-Tier Global Equipment & Certified Protocols
Personalized CareClinic Rotation / Random DoctorDirect Dr. Azulay Oversight & Dedicated Concierge

*US/Canada costs are based on average national surveys of IVF cycles. Flight tickets and accommodations in Costa Rica are not included, but represent less than 10% of total savings.

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Clinic Director

Dr. Marcos Azulay

Europe & US Trained • Red LARA Certified Director

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World-Class Fertility Expertise

Meet Dr. Marcos Azulay

Dr. Marcos Azulay is a renowned pioneer in advanced reproductive medicine. With over **25 years of experience**, his clinical practice focuses on solving complex reproductive challenges, implementing customized low-ovarian reserve protocols, and rescuing failed IVF cycles for patients traveling from the USA, Canada, and Europe.

Academic & Medical Credentials

  • Master's Degree in Human Reproduction. Rey Juan Carlos — IVI University. Madrid, Spain.
  • Master professor in Assisted Reproduction. Jaume I University. Madrid, Spain. 2015.
  • Medical Director Eva Fertility Clinics. Madrid, Spain. 2018.
  • Sub-speciality in Maternal Fetal Medicine, Perinatology, Prenatal Diagnosis and Fetal Therapy. Hospital Clinic. Barcelona, Spain. 2000.
  • Doctorate School of Medicine. Barcelona University. Barcelona, Spain. 2000.
  • Obstetric-Gynecological ultrasound, level IV (maximum level) SESEGO. Spain. 2000.
  • OBGYN medical certified in Costa Rica, col 13702. San José, Costa Rica.

Step-by-Step Path

Become Our IVF Patient: How It Works

You don't need to spend weeks away from home. Our optimized clinical protocol allows you to start your cycle in the US/Canada and travel only when necessary.

01Remote / 30 mins

Video Consultation

Schedule a 30-minute video consultation with our fertility expert to discuss your fertility options and get started with your personalized treatment plan.

02Remote / Coordinated

Initial Investigations

Complete and send us the required tests for your IVF cycle. Our nursing team will guide you every step of the way.

03Start At Home

Ovarian Stimulation Process

Schedule an appointment with your personal local gynecologist four days before your menstrual period begins to start your ovarian stimulation process there.

04Travel Day 8

Plan to be in Costa Rica

Plan to be in Costa Rica before or on the 8th day of your ovarian stimulation process. Rest on the day of your egg retrieval.

05Recovery & Relax

Enjoy the Travel

Prepare to enjoy the wonders of beautiful Costa Rica for 3 to 5 days before we transfer your embryos.

06Return Home

Back Home

Return home 24 hours after your embryo has been transferred. Expect results in the next 10 to 14 days after embryo transfer.

Stress-Free Medical Tourism

We Handle the Logistics, You Focus on Your Family

Airport Private Pick-up

A private, bilingual driver will meet you at San José International Airport (SJO) and take you directly to your hotel, ensuring a safe and stress-free arrival.

Corporate Partner Hotels

Access curated 4-star and 5-star hotel partnerships located minutes from the clinic, offering premium amenities and secure environments at exclusive rates.

100% Bilingual Support Team

From Dr. Azulay to your clinical coordinators and billing department, your entire support network speaks fluent English, ensuring complete clarity.

Safety & Security is Our Priority

Costa Rica ranks among the safest and most advanced medical tourism destinations in the Americas. Our clinic is located in the premium financial center of San José, near international embassies and five-star lodging.

Frequently Asked Questions

Resolving Your Key IVF Concerns

Although US health insurance plans typically do not cover procedures outside the United States, Azul Fertility Experts provides fully itemized, English-translated international medical invoices with standardized medical codes. Many of our patients have successfully obtained partial or full reimbursements using their HSA/FSA accounts or supplemental insurance coverages. We recommend verifying with your fund administrator prior to travel.
Our optimized protocol for international patients requires a stay of only 10 to 14 days in San José, Costa Rica. This is because all preliminary ovarian stimulation monitoring and ultrasound scans are coordinated remotely with your local gynecologist in your hometown. You only travel to Costa Rica for the egg retrieval procedure and subsequent embryo transfer.
Yes, it is completely safe. We have established cold-chain cryogenic transfer protocols in alliance with internationally accredited medical shipping courier agencies. They handle the transport of frozen oocytes, embryos, or sperm samples directly from laboratory to laboratory, under constant electronic temperature monitoring to ensure absolute sample viability.

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