Time-Sensitive Fertility Preservation in Diamond Bar
Fertility Preservation Before Cancer or Medical Treatment
Some cancer treatments and other medical therapies can affect future fertility. AFMC coordinates with your medical team to review preservation options before treatment begins.
AFMC prioritizes urgent oncofertility appointments and often schedules same-day or next-day visits when time is limited.
Preservation options
Preserving Fertility Before Medical Treatment
Fertility preservation may be considered before chemotherapy, radiation or another treatment that could potentially harm the reproductive system.
Egg Freezing
Mature eggs may be collected and frozen without fertilization for possible future use.
Embryo Freezing
Retrieved eggs may be fertilized with partner or donor sperm, and resulting embryos may be frozen for future transfer.
Sperm Freezing
Sperm may be collected, frozen and stored before chemotherapy, radiation, surgery or another treatment that may affect fertility.
When time matters
Coordinated and Expedited Care
AFMC works with the oncology or medical team to preserve fertility as expeditiously as possible before treatment begins.
Request a Time-Sensitive Appointment
Because cancer treatment can be urgent, AFMC often schedules oncofertility appointments the same day or next day.
Review Options With Both Care Teams
The fertility team coordinates with the oncology or medical team and explains available preservation options and expectations.
Begin the Selected Preservation Plan
Eggs may be frozen without fertilization, fertilized to create embryos and then frozen, or sperm may be collected and frozen before treatment.
Common questions
Oncofertility FAQs
What is oncofertility?
Oncofertility is the process of preserving fertility before cancer treatment or another medical treatment that could potentially harm current fertility.
When should I contact AFMC?
Contact AFMC as soon as you learn that chemotherapy, radiation or another planned treatment may affect fertility. Early contact gives the fertility and medical teams more time to coordinate care before treatment begins.
Can AFMC arrange an appointment quickly?
AFMC expedites time-sensitive oncofertility care and can often schedule an appointment the same day or next day.
What fertility-preservation options are available?
Eggs may be frozen without fertilization or fertilized in the laboratory to create embryos and then frozen. Sperm may also be collected and frozen before medical treatment.
How does AFMC coordinate with my oncology team?
AFMC works with the oncology or medical team to review timing and coordinate fertility-preservation care as expeditiously as possible.
Can AFMC help with insurance and financial assistance?
Yes. AFMC provides a financial coordinator who can help patients review insurance, payment matters and available assistance resources.
Planning ahead
Ask About Financial Assistance Before Treatment
Coverage and program eligibility vary. AFMC can help you review insurance information and identify resources that may apply to medically indicated fertility preservation.
A clear next step
Talk With the AFMC Care Team
Request a consultation to discuss your history, questions and the next step that may fit your situation.
1370 Valley Vista Drive, Suite 135 · Diamond Bar, CA 91765 · Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–5:00 pm
