Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) Back

In this section we have collected some of the questions most frequently asked by patients.

• How does the treatment begin? 

  All treatments are carried out subject to a doctorr consultation with the couple and by agreement of both partners.
  The first consultation foresees two meetings; one carried out by the doctor and the other by the psychologist of our Centre.

• Which documents do I have to bring? 

  At the first meeting, it is useful to bring photocopies of any documentation relative to medical and laboratory examinations previously carried out in other centres to avoid repetition of analyses.
  In the case of treatment using donor’s sperm, bring photocopies of the document that certify the blood group of both the husband and wife.

• Do I have to be married to receive the treatment? 

  In accordance with Swiss law, the couple must be married in the case of treatment using donor’s sperm.

• Is it necessary to confirm the appointment? 

  Confirm the appointment one week before by telephoning the reception secretariat of the CFC at the numbers: 0041 91 811 45 38 or 0041 91 811 45 40.

• Is it possible to cancel an appointment? 

  In the case of cancellation of the first meeting, please contact the reception secretariat as soon as possible so that the waiting list can be adjusted accordingly.

• Do homosexual couples have access to the treatment? 

  No, according to Swiss law, this is not permitted.

• VENGO SEGUITA SEMPRE DALLO STESSO MEDICO? 

  Sì, nel Centro Cantonale di Fertilità sarete seguiti in modo continuo e sempre dallo stesso medico, che vi seguirà dal primo all’ultimo controllo.

• QUAL È LA FORMAZIONE DEI MEDICI DEL CENTRO? 

  I medici sono tutti specializzati dopo una formazione pluriennale in ambito universitario e dopo aver eseguito il titolo di specialità FHM in medicina della riproduzione ed endocrinologia ginecologica in Svizzera. Per ulteriori informazioni potete al seguente link (***link con capitolo Il nostro team***).

• FATE TRATTAMENTI ANCHE NEL WEEK-END? 

  Certamente, il Centro è aperto anche nei week-end per i trattamenti medici che eseguono le coppie presso il Centro Cantonale di fertilità.