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Expert Fertility Treatments in Brighton | The Agora Clinic
The Agora Clinic is an independent, family-led fertility clinic established in 2007, dedicated to providing ethical, patient-centric care. With clinics in Brighton, Eastbourne, and Worthing, we specialise in removing physical, psychological, geographical, and financial barriers to parenthood. Our services include IVF, ICSI, FET, donor insemination, and fertility preservation, supported by a team of consultants with over 30 years of combined experience. We prioritise inclusivity, serving diverse clients including LGBTQ+ individuals and couples, and are the largest provider of NHS-funded fertility services in Sussex.Our success rates rank among the highest in the UK, achieved without patient selection, reflecting our commitment to excellence and accessibility. We champion reproductive autonomy through transparent pricing, evidence-based treatments, and emotional support, ensuring patients feel empowered and informed throughout their journey. Our state-of-the-art facilities and compassionate approach have earned us recognition as a trusted leader in fertility care.
Services
IVF Treatment
ICSI
FET
IUI
Donor Insemination
Egg Freezing
Sperm Donation
LGBTQ+ Fertility
NHS Fertility Services
Embryo Transfer
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of experience in fertility care with UK-leading success rates.
- Our inclusive approach supports LGBTQ+ and diverse family-building needs.
- Transparent pricing with no unnecessary add-ons or hidden costs.
- Personalised treatment plans designed by consultants with 30+ years of expertise.
- Award-winning team providing emotional and clinical support throughout your journey.
What people say
Excellent care
Supportive staff
Miracle baby
Personalised treatment
Highly recommended
Services
IVF Treatment
Our IVF programme stimulates ovaries to produce eggs, which are harvested and fertilised in our laboratory. We offer blastocyst culture and EmbryoGlue technology to enhance implantation success. Patients receive tailored hormonal support and pregnancy monitoring. This treatment suits couples with tubal issues, male factor infertility, or unexplained fertility challenges.
ICSI
ICSI involves direct sperm injection into eggs, ideal for severe male infertility. Our embryologists use micromanipulation techniques to select viable sperm. This method achieves fertilisation rates comparable to conventional IVF, particularly beneficial for low sperm count or previous fertilisation failures.
FET
Frozen embryo transfer utilises previously vitrified embryos in natural or hormonally prepared cycles. With 95% embryo survival rates, this cost-effective option reduces stimulation requirements. Our embryologists assess embryo quality to optimise implantation potential, offering similar success rates to fresh transfers.
Donor Insemination
We provide donor insemination for single women and LGBTQ+ couples using screened donor sperm. The process includes counselling, donor selection support, and IUI or IVF procedures. Our programme ensures legal compliance and maintains donor anonymity in accordance with UK regulations.
Fertility Preservation
Our fertility preservation service offers egg, sperm, and embryo freezing for medical or social reasons. Oncology patients access rapid-access freezing, while others choose social egg freezing. We provide NHS-funded storage for cancer patients and transition-related preservation, with storage options up to 55 years.
People
Dr Carole Gilling-Smith
CEO & Medical Director
Founder and lead clinician with 25+ years in reproductive medicine. Pioneered inclusive fertility care in Sussex, focusing on patient-centred approaches. Oversees clinical strategy and daily operations at all clinic locations.
Michle Gilling-Ulph
Director of Operations
Manages clinic operations and patient experience. Ensures service delivery aligns with the clinic's ethos of compassionate, evidence-based care. Coordinates multidisciplinary teams across three Sussex locations.
Questions
What fertility treatments are available on the NHS?
Sussex residents qualify for NHS-funded IVF, donor insemination, and fertility preservation. Eligibility requires GP referral and meeting criteria including age, BMI, and childlessness.
How does the clinic support LGBTQ+ patients?
We offer tailored services for same-sex couples, including donor programmes, surrogacy coordination, and transition-related fertility preservation with dedicated counselling support.
What are your IVF success rates?
We achieve some of the UK's highest live birth rates for women under 38, with 34.5% per embryo transfer, maintained without patient selection since 2007.
Can I access fertility assessments privately?
Yes, we offer comprehensive fertility MOTs for individuals and couples from £150, including hormone testing, ultrasound scans, and consultant consultations.
Do you offer embryo freezing services?
Yes, we provide vitrification for embryos, eggs, and sperm with storage options up to 55 years, including NHS-funded storage for medical indications.
What payment options are available?
We accept private payments via credit/debit cards and offer transparent pricing. Some services qualify for NHS funding in Sussex with GP referral.
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