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The Stanford International Azoospermia Center

Other doctors may have told you that fathering a child is impossible—that you have no measurable sperm and are not a candidate for fertility treatment. But we do not rest so easily, and do not believe you need to, either.

The Stanford International Azoospermia Center is a world leader in diagnosing and treating azoospermia, and we invite you to visit. Not every man can become a biological father. But we have successfully treated plenty of cases where patients were previously told they did not have a chance—taking the impossible and making it possible.

The Stanford International Azoospermia Center
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1000 Welch Road
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Phone: 650-723-3391 Getting Here
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Suite 100
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Phone: 650-723-3391 Getting Here
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Care and Treatment of Azoospermia

The Stanford International Azoospermia Center: Advanced Fertility Tools

Thanks to advances embraced by our center, many azoospermic men who were previously untreatable can now become biological fathers. Treatments include:

Intra-cytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI)

With ICSI, only a single sperm is needed for fertilization via direct injection into the egg. Unlike in vitro fertilization (IVF), more sperm is not required to mix "naturally" with the egg in a laboratory dish.

Endoscopic surgery for obstructive azoospermia

Endoscopic surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that can be used to treat azoospermia. A small incision is made to repair blockages in the ejaculatory duct.

Varicocelectomy for nonobstructive azoospermia

During a microscopic varicocelectomy, an operating microscope is used to identify and tie off enlarged and widened veins on the scrotum that can impede sperm production.

Sperm extraction

A technique used for men with a low sperm count. Sperm extraction techniques can be used to identify testicle (testes) areas that are producing sperm, and then safely remove usable samples with precise procedures.

Microsurgery for obstructive azoospermia

Microsurgery can be performed to repair problems with the epididymis and the vas deferens, using high-powered manification and special instruments.

Hormone treatment for nonobstructive azoospermia

Some men with nonobstructive azoospermia benefit from treatment with certain hormones. These hormones may coax sperm back to their semen or increase the likelihood of finding sperm during extraction.

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Stanford Health Care is known worldwide for the advanced patient care provided by its doctors and staff. We also provide a wide range of guest services and amenities to our patients and visitors. Learn more about preparing for a hospital stay, billing and financial services, and our other support programs in Patients & Visitors.  

We regularly treat patients from around California, the United States and the world. We welcome men who already have a diagnosis of azoospermia, and those who strongly suspect they have the condition. We are also happy to provide second opinions, either for yourself or (in conjunction with our colleagues) for your partner.

You can reach us at: azoospermia@stanfordmed.org.

Patients visiting us from overseas can get help with their plans through our International Medical Services.

International Patients
Phone: +1 650-723-8561
Email: IMS@stanfordhealthcare.org

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