Understandably, the egg retrieval procedure may seem daunting, and some clinics will put patients under general anesthesia for the process. However, we are not like other fertility clinics. Our skilled physicians use local anesthesia to ensure that you are comfortable and feel no pain. They also use this as a learning opportunity and walk you through every step of the egg retrieval procedure.
Watch below as our patient watches Dr. Chang perform her egg retrieval.
What is the Egg Retrieval Procedure?
- Eggs are removed from the ovary with a needle under ultrasound guidance.
- A needle will be attached to the ultrasound probe, guided into the ovaries to draw out fluid, eggs, and egg-supporting cells.
Watch below as our patient watches Dr. Chang perform her egg retrieval.