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Delaware Institute for Reproductive Medicine
DIRM Fertility Clinic
Leading Fertility Care for Delaware Families
You deserve fertility care that feels both expert and human.
With convenient office locations in Newark, DE, Milford, DE, and Chadds Ford, PA, Delaware Institute for Reproductive Medicine (DIRM) combines advanced reproductive technology with a warm, personal approach that puts your hopes and goals at the center of everything we do.
Trusted by patients across the region for more than 25 years, DIRM is proud to be a leading provider of fertility care in the Mid-Atlantic.
Office Information
DIRM Newark
Our Newark office offers comprehensive fertility care in a convenient, welcoming setting close to home.
- 620 Churchmans Rd Third Floor Newark, DE 19702
- Appointment Hotline:
866-762-3140 - Existing Patients:
302-738-4600 - Mon-Fri7:00 am - 3:00 pm
DIRM Milford
Located in Milford, our clinic provides expert fertility services with the same compassionate team and advanced treatments.
- 909 Lakeview Ave Milford, DE 19963
- Appointment Hotline:
866-762-3140 - Existing Patients:
302-424-6645 - Mon-Fri7:00 am - 3:00 pm
DIRM Chadds Ford
Our Chadds Ford office delivers advanced fertility care in a comfortable, accessible location for patients throughout Pennsylvania.
- Concord Health Center, First Floor 161 Wilmington West Chester Pike Chadds Ford, PA 19317
- Appointment Hotline:
866-762-3140 - Existing Patients:
302-738-4600 - Mon-Fri7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Meet Your Care Team
At the DIRM Fertility, you’ll be cared for by a team of experienced providers who truly understand the emotional and medical challenges of infertility.
Our specialists bring deep expertise, genuine compassion, and a commitment to personalized care.
Patient Testimonials
We proudly serve patients throughout the region, including Newark, DE, Milford, DE, and Chadds Ford, PA.
We started our journey with Dr. Jeffery Russell in April of 2016. Through diagnostics, I was diagnosed with having clogged fallopian tubes. I had laparoscopic surgery at Christiana Hospital to open my fallopian tubes. Once the healing was complete, I had two separate unsuccessful attempts at Intrauterine insemination (IUI). Once it was determined that this process was ineffective, Dr. Russell introduced us to the idea of In vitro fertilization (IVF). In September of 2016, my husband and I started the process of IVF. Once my eggs were fertilized, we had the embryos genetically tested for any abnormalities. Our first IVF transfer occurred in late October (or early November) of 2016. We lost heartbeat for this pregnancy at six (6) weeks.
Amanda & Anthony - DIRM Patients
Sarah and I began our motherhood journey in February 2015, hoping I could carry her baby — she as the “biological” mom, me as the “birth” mom. After six heartbreaking, failed IUI cycles and thousands of dollars, we took a break. In spring 2016, we found Dr. Russell. At our first meeting, he asked what we wanted. When we shared our wish, he said, “Let’s make it happen!” Thrilled it was possible — and affordable — we began our journey with DIRM.
Heather & Sarah - DIRM Patients
Simply saying “thank you” to the whole DIRM team will never feel like enough… After 4 years of surgeries and testing we were finally able to have our miracle baby! I was diagnosed with uterine fibroids. While undergoing surgery, it was discovered that I didn’t have a right ovary and would need both tubes removed due to blockages. In April of 2023, I did an egg retrieval with Dr. Kovalevsky and his team. They were all so supportive and kind during the process, especially when I had to call the office during the weekends or after hours. After I had a final surgery in May 2023 —and had 16 fibroids removed— I finally gained the ability to safely carry a baby.
Rachel & Andrew - DIRM Patient
Treatment Options
At the DIRM Fertility, we believe infertility care should be just as personal as it is advanced. Our team of fertility specialists takes time to understand your goals and customize a plan that fits your needs, backed by cutting-edge technology and years of proven expertise. With a welcoming environment and compassionate providers, we offer the kind of support that helps you feel confident at every step.
Fertility Testing
Comprehensive fertility testing for both men and women.
Fertility Consultation
During your first visit, your physician will review your medical history and outline the next steps.
In vitro Fertilization (IVF)
IVF is the most well-known and successful form of fertility treatment available.
Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
IUI, or artificial insemination, is a very common non-surgical fertility treatment.
Genetic Testing
When preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) is paired with IVF, it can increase the chance of a successful pregnancy.
Egg Freezing
Fertility preservation allows women to freeze their eggs to use at a later date.
Additional services include third-party reproduction, ovulation induction, intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), fertility bloodwork, ultrasound, hysterosalpingogram (HSG), saline sonogram, LGBTQ+ family building, and genetic testing for sex selection.
Financial Counseling
Delaware law now requires most health insurance plans to cover infertility treatment, though self-insured employers are exempt. In 2019, the state expanded employee benefits to include even more options for infertility care.
We participates with the following insurance plans, fertility benefits, and financing programs:
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Plans
- Carrot
- Cigna – Center of Excellence
- Claim Bridge
- Highmark BCBS DE – Center of Excellence
- Independence Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Keystone HMO
- Maven
- Meritain
- Progyny
- Tricare/Humana Military
- UMR
- United Healthcare
- VA Community Care Network
- WIN Fertility
Telehealth Fertility Consultations
Telehealth fertility consults are now available for all Delaware patients.
DIRM now offers telehealth appointments, ensuring that distance or busy schedules are no longer barriers to accessing expert fertility care and support.
These virtual consultations provide the same level of personalized care and expertise as in-person visits, allowing patients to discuss their fertility options, receive professional advice, and plan their next steps toward parenthood without leaving the house.
Request an Appointment
Schedule an appointment at one of our Delaware locations to begin your journey to parenthood with confidence. Our fertility specialists are here to guide you through each step.
Get started with DIRM.
Where Personalized Care Meets Proven Results
DIRM is now part of IVI RMA North America
At DIRM, we are redefining the future of fertility care by partnering with a powerhouse in reproductive medicine—the IVI RMA North America Network. The network spans 22 state-of-the-art IVF laboratories and has helped bring over 220,000 babies into loving families.
We are united under one mission – offering world-class, evidence-based reproductive medicine with a personal touch—because we understand every journey to parenthood is unique.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
In 2024, the price range for a single IVF cycle in the United States falls between $14,000 and $20,000 for those without insurance coverage. Exact IVF costs depend on the treatment center, the services, and insurance coverage.
Each patient at our Delaware offices is paired with one of our financial coordinators, who will be your concierge in all things related to affording care. They will call your insurance, provide financial options, and inform you of any discount programs available.
IVF is a relatively quick process that usually takes 10-14 days. The timeline depends on a variety of factors. These include the individual patient, their response to their prescribed medication, and how the eggs develop during the process.
On June 30, 2018, the DE Governor signed Senate Bill 139 into law. SB139 is a historic bill that requires health insurance offered in DE to provide infertility treatment coverage. Unfortunately, companies that are self-insured are exempt from the bill; however, many employers are offering infertility benefits even when not required by law.
On August 1, 2019 the State of Delaware expanded its employee benefits. Please contact Patient Accounts (302)738-4600 with any questions on how this expansion allows for additional infertility care
You can find the full details on fertility coverage in Delaware at Resolve.org.
All our physicians at our Delaware offices offer IVF second opinion consultations. A second opinion consult may be valuable for patients experiencing failed IVF cycles at another fertility clinic. Contact our office if you are interested in switching fertility clinics.
We have a language line that patients can use to connect with a translator free of charge. It supports translator services for speakers of Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, Gujarati, Hindi, Portuguese, and more.
Yes, DIRM/RMA helps single individuals and couples build families from all sexualities. The Human Rights Campaign Foundation even recognizes us as a top performer in LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality. Learn more about LGBTQ+ fertility options.
Over the course of the 10-12 day stimulation phase, you will come to the office for about 3-4 quick (15-20 minutes) monitoring visits. Blood work and an ultrasound are performed to check follicular growth. We offer appointments from 7 AM to 7 PM, Monday through Saturday.
IVF actually has a lower risk of multiple pregnancy compared to other fertility treatments. This is because you decide how many of the embryos are transferred into the uterus. If you transfer one embryo, there is about a 1% chance that embryo will split and lead to a twin pregnancy. Conversely, if you want to increase your chances of a multiple pregnancy, you can implant more than one.
This is a common misconception. The IVF process simply stimulates eggs to grow and mature that would have otherwise died during a cycle. IVF does not remove all your eggs, affect your future fertility, or make you start menopause earlier.