Carolinas Fertility Institute, led by Dr. Tamer Yalcinkaya and Dr. Tolga Mesen, specializes in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of infertility.
The TMRW technology platform at CFI sets a new standard of care for the management and storage of frozen eggs and embryos by reducing potential points of failure by 94%. CFI brings together the winning combination of leading-edge technology and top specialists in the field.
One of the top-ranked fertility clinics in the nation is right here in North Carolina! Newsweek and Statista just ranked Carolinas Fertility Institute 9th nationally in their 2026 America’s Best Fertility Clinics.
Are you familiar with the term time-lapse microscopy? Often referred to as "time-lapse imaging," it is a technique used in IVF laboratories to continuously monitor embryo development by taking frequent images of embryos inside the incubator. Now you know! #fertilityjourney
NEW VIDEO: Meet CFI parents Kay and Malik Carter. Here's one of the wonderful things they had to say about their experience with CFI: “We really felt loved and it kind of feels like they (CFI) were a family to us.” #fertilityjourney
We invite you to visit our YouTube Channel with a variety of informative videos featuring our fertility experts, patients, and staff! Please feel free to visit and subscribe to the channel. We'll be uploading new videos on a regular basis. https://t.co/oSjhzmAXdm
One of our goals at Carolinas Fertility Institute is to make the language of reproductive medicine easier to understand. Ovulation induction is the process of using medications to stimulate ovulation in women with irregular or absent ovulation or anovulation.
One of the top-ranked fertility clinics in the nation is right here in North Carolina! Newsweek and Statista just ranked Carolinas Fertility Institute 9th nationally in their 2026 America’s Best Fertility Clinics.
Preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) is a procedure that screens embryos for genetic or chromosomal disorders before they are transferred to the uterus during in vitro fertilization (IVF). PGT helps couples make informed decisions about their next steps in the IVF process.
Struggling with fertility terminology? Endometrial biopsy is the removal of a small piece of tissue from the lining of the uterus for examination to help diagnose conditions that cause abnormal uterine bleeding, bleeding after menopause, or a thickened uterine lining.
Meet CFI parents Lauren and Marc Farrell. In this short video, they reflect upon their experience with CFI. In their words: “Our journey was nothing but exceptional.” We love hearing that kind of feedback! #fertilityjourney
In this short video, Jessica Adams, MSN, FNP-C, talks about how much we value the feedback we receive from our patients. It is so important to us that our patients feel heard and understood. At CFI, our patients come first!
EXCITING NEWS: Carolinas Fertility Clinic has once again been ranked among America’s Best Fertility Clinics 2026 by Newsweek and Statista. Out of 140 clinics evaluated, CFI has secured a prestigious position on this distinguished list – ranking 9th nationally.
We invite you to visit our YouTube Channel with a variety of informative videos featuring our fertility experts, patients, and staff! Please feel free to visit and subscribe to the channel. We'll be uploading new videos on a regular basis. https://t.co/oSjhzmAXdm
We find that many patients feel anxiety prior to their first appointment with a fertility clinic. In this short video, one of our providers, Davyn Griswold (Women's Health Nurse Practitioner), talks about what patients can expect in their first visit to CFI.
Meet proud CFI parents - Dianne Galagher and Alan Cavanna. We had a chance to catch up with them at our Charlotte Baby Reunion. It was amazing to hear details of their fertility journey! Check out the video.
In this quick video, CFI patient Kylie Hubbard talks about the importance of selecting the right fertility experts to accompany you on your fertility journey. #fertilityjourney
EXCITING NEWS: Carolinas Fertility Clinic has once again been ranked among America’s Best Fertility Clinics 2026 by Newsweek and Statista. Out of 140 clinics evaluated, CFI has secured a prestigious position on this distinguished list – ranking 9th nationally.
Are men part of the infertility equation? Male infertility refers to a sexually mature male's inability to impregnate a fertile female. Male infertility can wholly or partially account for 40% of infertility among couples who are trying to have children.
NEW VIDEO: Meet CFI parents Michelle and Jonathan Buie. They started with a different clinic but eventually made the move to CFI. In Michelle's words: “I’m just so thankful.” #fertilityjourney
NEW VIDEO: Meet CFI parents Chris and Balaun Carter. We caught up with them at the CFI Baby Reunion last fall. As they state in the video: “I would one hundred percent recommend CFI to other families. The process was very seamless.” Thank you, Chris and Balaun! #fertilityjourney