About International Fertility Group (IFG)

A Global Agency Redefining Fertility Management

A Global Agency Redefining Fertility Management

International Fertility Group (IFG) is a U.S. -based global fertility management agency helping individuals and couples build their families through expertly guided, compassionate care.
With over a decade of experience, IFG coordinates full IVF, surrogacy, egg donation, and mitochondrial replacement therapy (MRT) programs through a trusted network of certified partner clinics, donors, and surrogates across
Ukraine, Albania, Georgia, Slovakia, Mexico, Armenia, and the United States.
IFG manages the entire journey — from first consultation to the moment you hold your baby. Our role is to ensure every step is transparent, efficient, and emotionally supported, combining medical excellence with personalized coordination.

Where Medicine Meets Management

We partner only with accredited fertility centers and medical teams, ensuring that every patient receives world-class treatment while experiencing seamless communication, travel, and legal support. IFG connects the best of medical science with the comfort of guided care, making advanced reproductive technologies accessible worldwide.

Meet the Main Stars of the Team

Behind IFG's success stands a team of world-class specialists, each bringing global expertise, scientific innovation, and genuine compassion to every family's journey.

  • Dr. Maria Shvaikovsky, M.D.

    Dr. Maria Shvaikovsky, M.D.

    Founder, CEO & Chief Medical Officer – IVF & OB/GYN Specialist

    A graduate of Bohomolets Medical University, with residency training at leading Israeli medical centers, she brings extensive expertise in obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive medicine.

    She is certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric and Obstetric Emergencies, and Colposcopy, combining clinical precision with a deep understanding of patient care and coordination.

    Languages:

    • English
    • Hebrew
    • Russian
    • Ukrainian

    Memberships:

    • American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)
    • European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE)
    • Israel Medical Association (IMA)
  • Dr. Uliana Dorofeyeva

    Dr. Uliana Dorofeyeva

    Advisory Clinical Director

    M.D., IVF Specialist, OB/GYN, Reproductive Endocrinologist, Expert in Ultrasound Diagnostics

    A globally recognized expert in Assisted Reproductive Technologies, Dr. Dorofeyeva specializes in advanced fertility solutions, including mitochondrial donation, low-responder stimulation, donor cycle management, and surrogacy programs.

    Since beginning her IVF practice in 2008, she has treated over 15,000 patients across 36 countries and holds a patent for her innovative Method of folliculogenesis activation for women at advanced reproductive age.

    Dr. Dorofeyeva earned her PhD in 2023, focusing on optimizing outcomes for patients of advanced maternal age, and continues to pioneer cross-border reproductive collaborations.

    Memberships:

    • American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)
    • UARM (Ukrainian Association of Reproductive Medicine)
    • European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE)
  • Dr. Birol Aydin, PhD

    Dr. Birol Aydin, PhD

    Consultant Lead Embryologist & Laboratory Director

    With over 16 years of global experience in embryology and andrology, Dr. Aydin has practiced in 20 countries — including Australia, Sweden, Finland, and Cyprus — and led the setup of 10 IVF laboratories worldwide.

    He has completed more than 70,000 ICSI/ET cycles, 15,000 genetic screening (PGS/PGD) procedures, and 20,000 egg donation cycles. His expertise extends to spindle and nuclear transfer, with over 120 cycles and 17 live births achieved.

    A prolific researcher and editor for Elsevier's Cryo Guideline on oocyte cryopreservation, Dr. Aydin bridges science, precision, and patient-centered results.

    Memberships:

    • American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)
    • UARM (Ukrainian Association of Reproductive Medicine)
    • European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE)
  • Dr. Olesiia Pliekhova

    Dr. Olesiia Pliekhova

    Head of Support Department

    Dr. Pliekhova leads IFG's Support Department, ensuring every patient receives personalized attention and clear guidance at every step.

    A graduate of Kharkiv National Medical University, she has completed internships across Germany, Latvia, Estonia, and Poland, authored over 30 scientific publications, and is pursuing her PhD in obstetrics and gynecology.

    Her deep clinical understanding and empathetic communication make her the cornerstone of IFG's patient care and coordination.

    Memberships:

    • American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)
    • UARM (Ukrainian Association of Reproductive Medicine)
    • European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE)
  • Dr. Nataliia Pylypenko

    Dr. Nataliia Pylypenko

    Consultant IVF Doctor

    Board-certified OB-GYN, specialized in endocrinological gynecology, cervical pathology treatment, menopausal disorder management, and aesthetic gynecology. She is skilled in managing both gynecological and obstetric patients and performing aesthetic procedures.

    Dr. Natalia is an active researcher with over 50 scientific publications and is a frequent speaker at international conferences, contributing significantly to advancements in gynecology and reproductive health.

    Memberships:

    • American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)
    • UARM (Ukrainian Association of Reproductive Medicine)
    • European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE)

Collaborative Partnerships Driving Global Success

At IFG, we believe fertility success thrives on teamwork, shared expertise, and innovation.

That's why we've built strong collaborations with leading hospitals, research centers, and fertility organizations around the world — continuously improving outcomes and expanding access to advanced reproductive care.

Our close partnerships include:

  • Ovogene

    Ovogene

    a global network for donor egg programs and reproductive genetics

  • ARK Cryo

    ARK Cryo

    international biomaterial logistics and cryo-transport solutions

  • IVF Georgia by Ovogene

    IVF Georgia by Ovogene

    one of the leading fertility centers in the Caucasus region

  • ARTCLINIC

    ARTCLINIC

    specialized reproductive medicine center focused on innovation and patient safety

  • Stem&Gene ART Clinic

    Stem&Gene ART Clinic (Albania)

    a center pioneering mitochondrial replacement therapy and regenerative reproductive technologies

  • Donors for life

    Donors for life

    A nonprofit organization that helps women by supporting social initiatives and recruiting egg and sperm donors and surrogates to help others build their families.

  • Ferticent (Bratislava, Slovakia)

    Ferticent (Bratislava, Slovakia)

    A trusted European fertility clinic specializing in IVF and advanced reproductive care.

Together with these and other strategic partners, IFG ensures that every client benefits from the latest scientific advances, ethical practices, and comprehensive support — wherever their journey begins.

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