Values and Goals

The Toronto Centre for Advances Reproductive Technology staff endorses the following goals:

To create a caring environment that supports the patients under our care

To foster innovations in the field of Assisted Reproductive Technology and Infertility.

To pursue academic and professional research for the enhancement of fertility and IVF patients worldwide

To maintain public trust by utilizing resources responsibly

To be responsible and accountable to the patient for our actions

Philosophy

The individuals and families whom we help:

Are respected for their beliefs and perceived health needs

Have a right to all available information in order to make informed decisions around their care

Have a right to confidentiality

We value:

The integrity of the individual

The relationship between the Toronto/Kitchener fertility team and the patient

Shared decision-making

The individual and collective contributions and accomplishments of all the staff

We believe:

In being your own advocate

In the highest standard of professional competence & ethical practice

Communication is vital to understanding

Professional accountability is essential to superb patient care