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David B. Smotrich
MD, FACOG
Practicing Since
1989
Languages (Staff)
English, Spanish, Chinese
Board Certification
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology (ABOG) – Certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology (ABOG) – Certified in Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility
Categories
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
Meet
David B. Smotrich
Founder & Medical Director, La Jolla IVF
Dr. David Smotrich is a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist, widely recognized for his expertise in third-party reproduction, egg donation, and gestational surrogacy. As the Founder and Medical Director of La Jolla IVF, he has helped individuals and couples from over 97 countries achieve their dreams of parenthood, completing more than 6,000 gestational surrogate cycles, 5,000 egg donation cycles, and 4,000 combined cycles.
Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Smotrich is deeply committed to global healthcare initiatives. He has traveled to Uganda twice to assist in the construction of a hospital and maternity center at Bishop Usilies Hospital, where he provided fertility evaluations and treatments for women in rural communities. His dedication to expanding fertility care worldwide has earned him widespread recognition in the field of reproductive medicine.
Dr. Smotrich’s contributions to infertility treatment, third-party reproduction, and stem cell research have been honored by prestigious organizations, including the American Fertility Association, which awarded him the Visionary Award for his groundbreaking work.
Area of Interest
Infertility Treatment & Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART)
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) & Egg Donation
Gestational Surrogacy & Third-Party Reproduction
Reproductive Endocrinology & Hormonal Imbalances
Fertility Preservation & Oncofertility
Genetic Screening & Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT-A, PGT-M)
Stem Cell Research in Reproductive Medicine
Global Fertility Access & Patient Advocacy
Education
Education
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) – (Institution Not Specified, Needs Verification)
Residency – Obstetrics and Gynecology
Fellowship – Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility
Awards & Recognitions
Physician of the Year – Surrogate Alternatives, Inc. (2010)
Visionary Award – American Fertility Association for contributions to infertility, third-party reproduction, and stem cell research (2007)
Recognized Leader in Third-Party Reproduction & Global Fertility Care
Professional Memberships
Fellow, American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG)
Member, American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)
Member, Society of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (SREI)
Emeritus Board Member, Family Equality – LGBTQ-Focused Fertility Non-Profit
Member, Armenian American Medical Society
Advisory Board Member, Cade Foundation
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