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    Medical & Genetic Testing: How to Avoid Unnecessary Costs and Risks

    Learn key medical and genetic testing considerations for surrogacy. Avoid unnecessary costs and make informed decisions for your family.

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    Meet Our Expert Speakers

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    Anita Fiorenza

    Concierge Manager

    Growing Families

    Medical Director, Tree of Life Center, USA. Speaker at Growing Families events

    Dr. Vuk Jovanovic

    Medical Director

    Tree of Life Center, USA

    Prof Hayden Homer

    Medical Director

    Queensland Fertility Group

    Adam Zuchetti

    Session Moderator

    Medical and genetic testing is a vital part of any surrogacy journey, but it can also feel overwhelming. With so many tests available for donors, surrogates, and embryos, it’s not always clear which are essential, which are optional, and which could be avoided without impacting your journey. This webinar is designed to help you navigate these decisions confidently, saving time, stress, and unnecessary costs.

    Join us to learn about the testing process, discover common pitfalls, and gain the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions for your family.

    Who Is This Webinar For?

    This webinar is ideal for anyone considering or already starting their surrogacy journey, including:

    Intended parents planning to work with donors or surrogates

    Australians exploring international surrogacy options

    Anyone who wants to understand testing requirements, costs, and practical considerations

    What You’ll Learn

    To help you prepare, our experts will break down the most important aspects of surrogacy in Colombia. By the end of the webinar, you’ll have a clearer picture of what to expect, including:

    Learn the key tests for donors, surrogates, and embryos, and how they impact your journey.

    Discover what carrier screening and preimplantation genetic testing involve, how results are interpreted, and why some tests may be optional.

    Explore typical health checks, eligibility requirements, and which assessments are essential versus optional.

    Understand how testing protocols vary internationally and how to avoid unnecessary expenses.

    Identify tests that may be redundant, miscommunication between clinics, and the questions every intended parent should ask.

    Webinar Details

    Tailored for:

    for Aussies

    Date & Time:

    Wed, 28 Jan 2026 6:00 pm

    AEDT

    Wed, 28 Jan 2026 3:00 pm

    AWST

    Registration:

    Free

    Webinar Agenda

    5 mins

    Why testing is a critical (and often confusing) part of the journey

    10 mins

    Understanding Medical & Genetic Testing in Surrogacy

    10 mins

    Genetic Testing for Donors and Embryos

    10 mins

    Carrier Screening for those Considering US Surrogacy;
    Testing Requirements & Costs

    10 mins

    Red Flags & Common Pitfalls

    20 mins

    Parent Panel

    International parents who engaged in surrogacy in Colombia discuss their experiences, the ups and downs of embryo creation, surrogate & agency interactions, what they learned along the way and recommendations for others.

    FAQs

    Yes, the webinar will be recorded. However, to access the recording after the live event, there will be a fee of $20. The recording will be available for free only to registrants for 2 weeks after the live event.

    No prerequisites are required to attend this webinar, but the content of this webinar will be most applicable to Australians exploring IVF in Australia.

    Absolutely! Our experts will host a live Q&A at the end of the session to address your specific concerns and questions.

    We aim to provide insights that are broadly relevant, though some topics may focus on specific scenarios. During the live Q&A, you’ll have the opportunity to ask personalized questions. You can also book a personalised consultation with our global consultant if you need more tailored advice.

    While attending live is ideal for engaging with the speakers and asking questions, we understand that schedules can be tight. If you can’t attend live, register anyway and we’ll give you access to the recording for free for 2 weeks after the live event. The recording will only be available to non-registrants for a $20 fee.