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Centro de Fertilidade Saab - Londrina

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About Centro de Fertilidade Saab - Londrina

Centro de Fertilidade Saab is a fertility and assisted‑reproduction clinic with two locations in Paraná, Brazil – Curitiba (Rua Padre Camargo, 435, Alto da Glória) and Londrina (Rua Alvarenga Peixoto, 435, Lago Parque) – specializing in personalized treatment for infertility and pioneering IVF techniques, having delivered the state’s first “test‑tube baby” in 1986 and supporting more than 5,000 successful pregnancies over 40 years of experience. The clinic offers a full spectrum of services including conventional and individualized In Vitro Fertilization, programmed coitus, artificial insemination, embryo genetic analysis, egg, embryo and sperm cryopreservation, testicular puncture and biopsy, as well as an onco‑fertility program for rapid fertility preservation. Unique features comprise a comfort‑focused infrastructure with on‑site hotel rooms, meals, recreational areas, and special air‑ and ground‑transport of gametes, plus collaborative care that allows patients’ own gynecologists, urologists or andrologists to participate in treatment planning. A multidisciplinary team led by technical director Dra. Rosaly Bustelo Saab Kost and including Dr. Karam Abou Saab, Dr. Nelson Abou Saab, Dr. Guilherme Lobo David, Dr. Karyna Bustelo Saab and Dr. João Guilherme Grassi delivers individualized protocols, simplified IVF cycles, and comprehensive patient support such as remote consultations, live weekly Q&A sessions, e‑books, and dedicated orientation for out‑of‑town couples, ensuring both clinical excellence and emotional comfort throughout the journey.

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    1. Humanized, Compassionate Care
    The clinic creates a warm, supportive atmosphere where patients feel respected and emotionally safe. Staff members consistently provide gentle reassurance, and Dr. João Guilherme’s calm presence helps reduce anxiety throughout the treatment cycle.
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    2. Expert Medical Leadership
    Dr. João Guilherme combines extensive knowledge with clear communication, explaining each step and answering all questions. His ability to tailor protocols to individual cases contributes to high success rates, including many first‑transfer pregnancies.
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    3. Transparent Communication
    Patients receive regular updates on procedures, lab results, and next steps. The team’s openness about risks, expectations, and progress builds trust and keeps couples fully informed.
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    4. Efficient, Organized Team
    From scheduling to laboratory work, the clinic operates like a well‑coordinated unit. Receptionists, nurses, and technicians are praised for punctuality, professionalism, and attentive service.
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    5. Strong Success Outcomes
    Numerous accounts highlight positive results on the first embryo transfer, including twin pregnancies and rapid progression from consultation to pregnancy, reflecting effective clinical protocols.

warningWhat to watch out for at Centro de Fertilidade Saab - Londrina?

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    1. Incomplete Pre‑IVF Diagnostics
    Some patients discovered deep endometriosis or ovarian endometriomas only after IVF began, indicating that initial assessments may miss critical reproductive issues that could influence treatment planning.
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    2. High Treatment Costs
    The financial burden of IVF at the clinic is noted as substantial, and a few patients feel that cost considerations were not fully addressed before initiating cycles.
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    3. Limited Parameter Optimization
    Feedback suggests that opportunities to adjust medication dosages or other parameters before starting IVF were sometimes overlooked, potentially affecting success probabilities.
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284 reviews
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Centro de Fertilidade Saab - Londrina — Patient Reviews

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A*** P.
5 days ago
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Dr. João is simply incredible. From the first moment I felt super comfortable and welcomed, not to mention his charisma, dedication, and competence. The team is also very well-prepared and attentive. …

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2 weeks ago
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Excellent service from reception to the medical consultation. Everyone was very polite, attentive, and humane. The doctor is extremely competent, explains everything calmly, and inspires a lot of conf…

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S*** S.
2 weeks ago
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There are experiences in life that transform us profoundly, and that's what my experience with the Saab clinic was like—a transformation that will certainly be the most beautiful of my life. More than…

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S*** S.
3 weeks ago
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We met Dr. João Guilherme last year, after 2 years of failed attempts to get our positive result. From the first consultation, he welcomed us with great calm, patience, and humanity. He carefully eval…

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3 weeks ago
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Our experience with the SAAB Londrina team and Dr. João began in 2025, after 3 years of trying to get pregnant without success. We arrived with high expectations and also with a lot of fear that it wo…

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P*** T.
3 weeks ago
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First and foremost, we thank God, because without Him nothing would be possible. And we are also immensely grateful for the blessed hands of Dr. João Guilherme Grassi and his entire team, who cared fo…

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V*** V.
1 months ago
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I would like to express our deepest gratitude to you, Dr. João Guilherme, and the entire team for the excellent work done during my in-vitro fertilization. At each stage, we were welcomed with great a…

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I*** D.
1 months ago
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We would like to express our immense gratitude for the excellent work of Dr. João Guilherme and the entire SAAB Londrina team. From the beginning of treatment in June 2025, we were welcomed with great…

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M*** K.
1 months ago
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After 8 years of trying, we arrived at the clinic with a dream and hope of getting our positive result. We were always very well received by everyone, from the reception, nurses, biomedical staff... D…

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D*** N.
2 months ago
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Good afternoon! Today, with a heart full of gratitude, I want to talk about the clinic that helped us realize a dream that is being nurtured in my womb. It was almost a year of follow-up since the f…

Centro de Fertilidade Saab - Londrina — FAQ

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Centro de Fertilidade Saab operates a state‑of‑the‑art IVF laboratory that meets international quality standards. The lab employs high‑performance incubators for blastocyst culture, laser‑assisted hatching technology, and vitrification systems for rapid egg and embryo cryopreservation. Embryologists use ICSI micromanipulation equipment and perform pre‑implantation genetic testing (PGT‑A, PGT‑M, PGT‑SR) on biopsied blastocysts. The facility is ISO‑9001 certified and follows stringent biosafety protocols, ensuring consistent embryo development and high pregnancy rates. Advanced imaging and time‑lapse monitoring are also available to optimize embryo selection during assisted reproduction cycles.

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