Best AneVivo IVF doctors: TOP 12 doctors

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND ADVANCED COURSES
QUALIFICATIONS

Professor Simon completed his medical studies at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He completed his residency and further training in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Hadassah University Hospital Ein Kerem.

Advanced training in the areas of gamete micromanipulation, laparoscopic surgery and reconstructive pelvic surgery for patients with gynecologic oncology diseases in leading clinics in Europe and the USA.

Today, Professor Alex Simon directs the IVF Center at Hadassah University and also holds an academic position as Associate Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

Alexander Darius is a professor and a top-category physician. He has over 25 years of experience in reproductive medicine.

Achievements

Dr. Darius has performed over 20,000 IVF cycles , resulting in over 11,000 children being born.

Education

Military Medical Academy named after S.M. Kirov (St. Petersburg, Russia).

Membership in associations

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

Since January 1993, Dr. Totaro holds the role of the Coordinator of the MAP (Medically Assisted Procreation) Center and of the Obstetrics-Gynecological Ultrasound Center at the Ospedale Santa Maria at the Maternal and Child Department. Under his supervision the Center, one of the leading MAR centers in Italy, performs more than 1,000 procedures a year. Ospedale Santa Maria - is in first position, for number of cycles of IUI, intrauterine insemination (586) - level I technique, while for the number of oocyte thawing procedures - level II and III technique - the hospital of Santa Maria from Bari occupies the 4th place in the national ranking.

In 1986 Dr. Totaro graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Bari, Italy with full marks, where 4 years later he specialized in Gynecology and Obstetrics. He then completed his diploma with participation at numerous professional courses, such as "Biophysical and biochemical monitoring of the fetus" (one year course, 1991, Bari) and obtaining a diploma in Clinical Sexuology from the ELEUSIS – International Center for the study, research and therapy of female, male and couple sexual dysfunctions (two years course, 1996, Bari). 

In order to broaden his knowledge in the obstetrics-gynecological scientific field, Dr. Totaro participates, both as moderator and speaker and as organizer, in numerous conferences, symposiums, congresses and courses (over 40 national and international congresses) and is the author of more than 30 scientific publications. 

Dr. Totaro is an active member of the following organizations:

ESHRE (European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology)

SIRU (Italian Society of Human Reproduction)

SIGO (Italian Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics)

AOGOI (Italian Association of Hospital Obstetricians and Gynecologists)

SIMOP (Italian Society of Private Hospital Doctors)

ESG (European Society of Gynecology).

brief history

Graduated from Inje University College of Medicine

Obstetrics and Gynecology Resident, Paik Hospital, Seoul

Chief of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Grace Hospital

Chief of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Dongwon, Ilsan

Adjunct professor at Inje University Paik Hospital

Currently

Member of the Korean Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Member of the Korean Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Korean Society of Fetal Medicine

Korean Society of Perinatology

brief history

Graduated from Yonsei University College of Medicine

Obstetrics and Gynecology Resident at Yonsei University

Adjunct Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Yonsei University

Vice Director of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Co-Director of Yonsei Sarangmoa Women’s Hospital

Currently

Member of the Korean Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Member of the Korean Menopause Society

Member of the Korean Urogynecological Society

Member of the Korean Women's Sexual Association

Member of the Korean Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Member of the Korean Perinatology Association

brief history

Graduated from Chungnam National University Graduate School of Medicine

Completed internship at Gachon University Gil Hospital

Completed obstetrics and gynecology residency at Gachon University Gil Hospital

today

Regular member of the Korean Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Member of the Korean Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Korean Society of Perinatology

Korean Society of Fetal Medicine

brief history

Graduated from Yonsei University College of Medicine

Obstetrics and Gynecology Resident at Yonsei University

Obtaining a gynecologist's license

Adjunct Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Yonsei University

Adjunct Professor, Korea University School of Medicine

Currently

Director of Yonsei Sarangmoa Women’s Hospital

Regular member of the Korean Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Regular member of the Korean Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Korean Society of Perinatology

Korean Society of Fetal Medicine

Member of the Korean Gynecologic Oncology Colposcopy Society

Education

🎓 Medical education: Graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of the Basque Country (Hospital de Cruces, 2003–2009) — one of the leading medical schools in Spain.

🏥 Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology: Completed a highly competitive residency at the Institut Universitari Dexeus (Barcelona, 2010–2014), known for its excellence in women's health and reproductive medicine.

Professional experience

🔹 Assisted Reproduction Specialist (Hospital Quirón Barcelona & Centro Médico Teknon) Currently a leading expert in the Assisted Reproduction Unit, collaborating with Dr. Aurel to develop personalized IVF programs. Together, they provide exceptional patient care and achieve success rates that exceed international standards.

🔹 Egg Donation Program Coordinator Dr. Barbed runs one of the most advanced egg donation programs in Spain, providing high-tech medical care to patients from all over the world. (May 2021 - present)

🔹 Coordinator of the Department of Reproductive Medicine and Prenatal Diagnostics (Gine-3 Gynecological Center) Successfully managed a multidisciplinary team specializing in infertility treatment and prenatal care, receiving recognition for her professionalism and expertise in complex reproductive cases. (2017–2021)

🔹 Gynecology and Obstetrics Consultant (Hospital de Barcelona) Provided advanced gynecological and obstetric care, specializing in high-risk pregnancy management and minimally invasive procedures. (2017–2021)

🔹 Specialist in Reproductive Medicine (Institut Universitari Dexeus) Specialized in assisted reproductive technologies and endoscopic surgery, contributing to innovation in fertility preservation. (2014-2017) Awards and Certifications 🏆 Ranked among the Top 10 Gynecologists in Catalonia (according to El Nacional.cat) for her outstanding contribution to reproductive medicine and patient care. 📜 Level III certification in ultrasound diagnostics (issued by the Spanish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics, SEGO) - the highest level of qualification in gynecological ultrasound.

Research, publications and academic activities

📖 Publications: • "Efficiency of oocyte storage in low ovarian response for PGS" – Gynecol. Endocrinol., July 2016. • Numerous scientific articles published since 2007, some of which have received awards for outstanding quality.

🎤 Participation in conferences: Active participant in national and international congresses, where he presents cutting-edge research and collaborates in multidisciplinary research.

🎓 Teaching activity: Teaches in the Master's program "Cytogenetics and Reproductive Biology" at the Autonomous University of Barcelona.

Professional associations

✅ Member of the Association for the Study of Reproductive Biology (ASEBIR) since 1993.

✅ Member of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) since 2008.

Why choose Dr. Cayetana Barbed?

💎 More than 10 years of experience in reproductive medicine, numerous awards and active participation in the development of the industry.

💎 Individual approach to each patient, based on modern scientific data and advanced treatment methods.

💎 Combining expertise and caring, Dr. Barbed strives to provide the best possible outcome for each patient on their journey to parenthood.