Choosing the Right IVF Clinic: 7 Things You Must Know

— A Guide for Couples from Kenya and Ghana Exploring Fertility Treatment Abroad

Infertility is not just a medical condition — it’s an emotional journey that affects your dreams, your future, and your relationships. For many couples in Kenya and Ghana, the decision to pursue In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is a courageous step toward parenthood. But with the rising number of IVF clinics both locally and internationally, how do you choose the right one? What should you look for? How can you ensure you’re getting not just affordable care, but also quality treatment and ethical support?

This blog is your guide to making the most informed decision — especially if you are considering traveling to countries like India, UAE, or Thailand for IVF treatment through medical tourism services like CareCross. Let’s explore the seven crucial things you must know before choosing an IVF clinic.

1. Clinic Success Rates Matter — But Understand Them Correctly

Success rates are often the first thing people check — and rightly so. But numbers can be misleading if not interpreted correctly.

For example, while the global average IVF success rate for women under 35 is around 40%, some leading clinics in India and the UAE report success rates of 50–60%, depending on the treatment protocol and patient condition.

However, it’s important to ask the clinic what their success rate means:

Is it per IVF cycle or cumulative over multiple cycles?
Is it specific to your age group and diagnosis?
Does it include donor egg or embryo cycles?

➡ Tip: Look for clinics that are transparent about their data and report their success rates by age, cause of infertility, and procedure type.

2. Accreditation and Certifications Are Non-Negotiable

In countries like Kenya and Ghana, fertility regulation is still evolving. However, if you’re considering traveling abroad, especially to India or Thailand, accreditation is a powerful indicator of quality.

Look for IVF clinics that are:

NABH or JCI accredited (for India and UAE)
Affiliated with recognized fertility societies like ESHRE (Europe) or ASRM (USA)
Governed by national boards such as the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) or Dubai Health Authority (DHA)

These accreditations ensure that the clinic follows global standards in lab hygiene, patient safety, and ethical practices.

➡ Why it matters: An unaccredited clinic may cut corners, compromise on safety, or inflate success claims.

3. Understand the Full Cost — And What’s Included

Cost is a major factor for many families from Ghana and Kenya seeking IVF abroad. It’s one of the reasons India and Thailand are top destinations: IVF treatment there is often 40–70% cheaper than in Europe or the U.S., without compromising quality.

But be careful:
Some clinics advertise very low rates that don’t include the cost of medication, embryo freezing, lab tests, or extra procedures like ICSI (intracytoplasmic sperm injection).

Here’s a quick estimate of IVF costs through CareCross partner hospitals (as of 2025):

India: Starting from $3,000 to $5,000
UAE: From $6,000 to $8,000
Thailand: From $5,000 to $7,000

➡ Pro tip: Choose a provider that gives you a transparent, all-inclusive quote so there are no surprises later. CareCross, for example, customizes cost packages based on the country and clinic you choose, with complete clarity.

4. Doctor’s Experience and Team Expertise

IVF is not just a technical procedure — it’s a human process. The quality of your experience often depends on the skills and empathy of the medical team.

Here’s what to ask:

How many years of experience does the fertility specialist have?
Do they have specialized embryologists (lab experts who handle eggs and sperm)?
How many IVF cycles do they perform in a year?

In high-volume clinics, such as those affiliated with CareCross in India and the UAE, doctors may perform hundreds of cycles per year, which often leads to better protocols and results.

➡ Don’t compromise on the credentials of the reproductive endocrinologist and embryology team. Request a virtual consultation to gauge their approach.

5. Check for Advanced Technologies and Labs

In modern IVF, success is often boosted by advanced technologies. This includes:

Time-lapse embryo monitoring
Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT-A/PGT-M)
Blastocyst transfer (Day 5 embryos)
Cryopreservation with vitrification technology

Clinics in India and Thailand are increasingly equipped with these technologies at affordable rates.

➡ Important for older couples or those with previous failures: Ask if the clinic provides personalized IVF protocols or embryo grading systems based on your unique case.

6. Cultural Sensitivity and Language Support

Medical tourism can be daunting if the clinic doesn’t understand your background. For patients from Ghana and Kenya, comfort is key. You want a place where:

Staff can speak English or local African languages with interpreters
Your cultural and religious values are respected
You receive psychological and emotional support during the process

➡ Look for care teams (like those at CareCross) who have experience with African patients and offer patient coordinators that stay with you from arrival to post-treatment follow-up.

7. Legal and Ethical Considerations

Fertility treatment laws vary widely by country. In Kenya and Ghana, IVF regulation is not yet strict, but countries like India, UAE, and Thailand have specific rules around:

Embryo storage limits
Egg/sperm donation (not allowed in all countries)
Surrogacy (India now restricts it to altruistic surrogacy only)

➡ Why it matters: Before selecting a country and clinic, be sure to understand what is legal and what is not, especially if you are considering using donor gametes, freezing embryos, or surrogacy.

CareCross helps you navigate these legal aspects clearly and safely.

Final Thoughts: Your Path to Parenthood Deserves the Right Partner

Choosing the right IVF clinic is more than a medical decision — it’s about trust, transparency, and your dream of building a family. For couples in Kenya and Ghana, options abroad can offer better success rates, lower costs, and higher standards — but only if chosen wisely.

At CareCross, we work with internationally accredited hospitals across India, UAE, and Thailand, offering you affordable, ethical, and world-class fertility treatment tailored to your needs. From pre-travel assistance and hospital coordination to visa support and post-treatment care, our end-to-end support ensures you’re never alone in your journey.

Are you ready to take the next step toward parenthood with confidence?
Get in touch with CareCross to speak to a fertility advisor today and explore your personalized IVF options abroad.