Getting pregnant with low ovarian Reserve

What is low ovarian reserve?

Low Ovarian Reserve – Understanding the Challenge

Every woman is born with a finite number of eggs, which naturally decreases over time. In approximately 10% of women, the number of remaining eggs is lower than expected for their age—a condition known as low ovarian reserve.

This condition can occur at any age and may be influenced by factors such as:

Advanced maternal age

Endometriosis

Genetic conditions

Previous ovarian surgeries

Chemotherapy or radiation treatments

Chronic illnesses

In some cases, the cause remains unknown.

Low ovarian reserve may impact a woman’s ability to conceive naturally and can present a significant challenge during IVF treatments, as the ovaries may respond poorly to stimulation—resulting in fewer eggs of reduced quality per cycle.

Studies show that women with low ovarian reserve represent approximately 15–20% of IVF patients. Understanding this condition, its potential causes, and the available treatment options can empower women to make informed decisions and plan for their reproductive future with clarity and confidence.

There is something to be done - the low-dose approach

Low-dose IVF: A targeted approach for low ovarian reserve

At our clinic, we believe that low-dose IVF protocols are often the key to success for women with low ovarian reserve. Backed by both research and years of clinical experience treating hundreds of women and couples, this approach frequently achieves better and more meaningful results than traditional high-dose stimulation.

Low ovarian reserve is not just another chapter in the fertility journey—it is a distinct and complex condition that requires:

A deep understanding of reproductive physiology
Precise adjustment of medications and protocols
And a sensitive, individualized approach to every patient

With this philosophy, we aim to maximize success while preserving ovarian function and patient well-being.

Years of experience. Hundreds of success stories

Dr. Barak is an expert in treating low ovarian reserve – an area that requires experience, precision, and personalized medical planning. Over the years, hundreds of women have been successfully treated at our clinic, many of them after repeated failures at other clinics. Thanks to an advanced medical approach and a broad view of all factors, we have been able to turn a low (sometimes minimal) chance of pregnancy into a success.

Our commitment is to offer every woman the best possible chance, no matter how challenging her case may seem.

Diagnosed with Low Ovarian Reserve? We may have a personalized solution that can make all the difference

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Meet Dr. Shlomi Barak

Director of the Multidisciplinary Center for Female and Male Fertility
Director of the Fertility and IVF Unit, Assuta University Hospital, Ashdod

Dr. Shlomi Barak is a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology, with advanced expertise in female fertility and IVF, and a super-specialty in andrology, male fertility, and microsurgery.

He brings extensive international experience, having managed one of Australia’s largest and most successful fertility clinics, which earned a global reputation for excellence in:

Female fertility and IVF
Male infertility
Second-opinion consultations, particularly for patients with low ovarian reserve

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Barak is actively involved in clinical and basic research, with dozens of medical publications to his name.

His professional credo is based on providing personalized care combined with creative and innovative treatment approaches, always tailored to the unique needs of each patient.

We do everything we can to ensure you have the highest chance of success.

patient empowerment

At our center, patients are full and active partners in the medical process and in decision-making throughout. We are committed to partnership and full transparency, and in our eyes, they are an integral part of successful treatment.

Personalized treatment

We believe in personalized care that is precisely tailored to your journey, needs, and concerns.

Support envelope

A skilled and professional team is at the disposal of patients, including special personal support in complex cases. For us, a sensitive and compassionate envelope of support is an integral part of the service and care we provide.

Progress and innovation

The center operates in ongoing collaborations with leading centers in Israel and around the world in the field of fertility. We are up-to-date with all the latest scientific and technological innovations and developments in the field.