NYU Langone Fertility Center Earns the REI Protect Seal of Approval
NYU Langone Fertility Center has earned the REI Protect Seal of Approval, joining a select group of fertility practices and IVF laboratories that have met the highest tier of underwriting safety standards in reproductive endocrinology. This designation is not self-reported — it is the result of a thorough, objective evaluation of clinical and laboratory performance across multiple domains.
What the REI Protect Seal of Approval Requires
The REI Protect Seal of Approval is granted only to programs that can demonstrate verifiable compliance with rigorous safety and quality benchmarks specific to reproductive medicine. It demands documented evidence — not simply stated intentions — and must be revalidated annually.
Clinical Practice Requirements Met
- All physicians are board-certified in reproductive endocrinology and infertility.
- Maintenance of SART membership.
- Physicians demonstrate advanced clinical training and established proficiency in patient communication and outcomes-focused care.
- The facility maintains all required accreditations along with comprehensive, regularly updated policies and procedures.
- An IVF-specific electronic medical records platform is in place, ensuring documentation accuracy, traceability, and care continuity.
- Executive leadership brings demonstrated expertise in the operational and clinical management of reproductive medicine programs.
IVF Laboratory Requirements Met
- The laboratory holds accreditation from the College of American Pathologists (CAP) or The Joint Commission (TJC), along with CLIA certification.
- Electronic witnessing systems and laboratory sensor monitoring platforms are fully operational, providing multi-layered sample verification and environmental oversight.
- Laboratory personnel adhere to evidence-based protocols that are formally reviewed and updated on a regular basis.
- Cryostorage tank safety is actively managed through continuous monitoring protocols that meet or exceed industry standards.
- Embryologist caseloads are controlled to ensure each case receives appropriate professional attention and quality oversight.
- Structured interdisciplinary meetings between laboratory and clinical staff support coordinated, protocol-driven patient care.
The Standard We Maintain — Every Year
Earning the REI Protect Seal of Approval is an ongoing obligation. NYU Langone Fertility Center is required to demonstrate continued compliance each year, ensuring that the standards patients rely upon are not static achievements but active, living commitments.
What This Means for Patients
Patients seeking fertility care at NYU Langone Fertility Center can be confident that they are receiving care from a program that has been independently evaluated against the most stringent standards in the field. From physician qualifications and laboratory accreditation to safety systems and cryostorage protocols, every element of your care has been measured, verified, and approved.
To learn more about our program or to schedule a consultation, contact NYU Langone Fertility Center.
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