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Official announcements and news from Illume Fertility, including releases from our years as RMA of Connecticut.

40 press releases

Oct 22, 2026 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Continues Its Commitment to LGBTQ+ Family Building at Men Having Babies Chicago Conference

Illume Fertility joined the Men Having Babies Midwest Surrogacy Conference in Chicago, where Dr. Mark Leondires moderated the “Medical Aspects of Surrogacy” panel.

Sep 29, 2026 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Advances Access to LGBTQ+ Family Building at Men Having Babies New York Annual Conference

Illume Fertility physicians shared guidance with prospective fathers at the Men Having Babies New York conference, the organization’s largest annual event.

Jul 28, 2026 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Survey Highlights Hidden Workplace Burden of IVF

A survey of 100 Illume Fertility IVF patients reveals how treatment affects work, from missed days to the decision of whether to tell a manager.

Jun 11, 2026 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Brings Expertise and Support to Men Having Babies Atlanta Conference

During Pride Month, Illume Fertility founder Dr. Mark Leondires shared surrogacy expertise with prospective fathers at the Men Having Babies Atlanta conference.

Jun 10, 2026 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Recognized as LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by HRC Foundation for Eighth Consecutive Year

The practice announced its recognition as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation for the eighth year in a row.

Jun 9, 2026 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Launches Pride Month Campaign Highlighting LGBTQ+ Family-Building, Education and Community Support

Illume Fertility announced a Pride Month initiative highlighting LGBTQ+ family-building resources and patient experiences.

Apr 14, 2026 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Launches “The Whole Story” Campaign for National Infertility Awareness Week 2026

Illume Fertility launched The Whole Story, a campaign for National Infertility Awareness Week highlighting patient experiences.

Feb 3, 2026 · Illume Fertility

Eight Illume Fertility Physicians Honored with Recognition from Castle Connolly's America's Top Doctors® for 2026

Eight Illume Fertility physicians were named to Castle Connolly’s America’s Top Doctors® list for 2026.

Nov 25, 2025 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Launches Comprehensive Online Finance Hub to Help Patients Navigate the Cost of Fertility Care

Illume Fertility introduced an online resource to help patients understand and navigate the financial aspects of fertility care.

Nov 19, 2025 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Expands Global Support for LGBTQ+ Family Building at Men Having Babies Brussels Conference

Illume Fertility brought its LGBTQ+ family-building expertise to Europe at the Men Having Babies Brussels conference.

Nov 4, 2025 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Launches Men's Fertility Hub for Movember

Illume Fertility launched an online information hub focused on male fertility for Movember.

Oct 29, 2025 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Unveils Cutting-Edge Research Advancing IVF and Laboratory Innovation at ASRM 2025

Illume Fertility presented new research on IVF treatment and laboratory practices at the ASRM 2025 Scientific Congress.

Sep 30, 2025 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Provides Expert Guidance and Education at Men Having Babies New York Annual Conference

Prospective fathers received expert guidance from Illume Fertility physicians at the 2025 Men Having Babies New York conference.

Jun 16, 2025 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Sponsors and Attends Men Having Babies Chicago, Championing LGBTQ+ Paths to Parenthood During Pride Month

Illume Fertility sponsored the Men Having Babies Chicago conference during Pride Month, with Dr. Mark Leondires sharing his expertise on surrogacy.

May 8, 2025 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Sponsors and Attends Men Having Babies Berlin, Dedicated to Providing Educational and Financial Support for European Fathers-to-Be Seeking Parenting Options

Illume Fertility sponsored the Men Having Babies Berlin conference, supporting European fathers-to-be exploring surrogacy.

Apr 15, 2025 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Recognizes National Infertility Awareness Week® with Impactful Patient Storytelling Campaign and Reduced Costs on Consultations

Illume Fertility marked National Infertility Awareness Week with a patient storytelling campaign and reduced consultation costs.

Mar 18, 2025 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Announces Partnership with Sunfish to Help Make the Journey to Parenthood More Affordable

Illume Fertility announced a partnership with Sunfish aimed at making fertility treatment and the path to parenthood more financially accessible.

Jan 21, 2025 · Illume Fertility

East Coast-Based Illume Fertility Sees Increase in Patients Electing to Freeze Their Eggs to Preserve Their Family-Building Options

Illume Fertility reported a rise in patients choosing to freeze their eggs to preserve their family-building options.

May 21, 2024 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Announces Launch of Fertility 101 Monthly Virtual Series to Help Educate Prospective Parents on Reproductive Health

Illume Fertility launched a monthly virtual education series to help prospective parents understand reproductive health and family-building options.

Mar 5, 2024 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Joins Senator Richard Blumenthal in News Conference Urging Congress to Pass Federal Protections for Infertility Treatment

Illume Fertility joined Senator Richard Blumenthal at a news conference calling on Congress to pass federal protections for infertility treatment.

Feb 20, 2024 · Illume Fertility

Seven Illume Fertility Specialists Receive Top Doctor Honors From Castle Connolly's America's Top Doctors® for 2024

Seven Illume Fertility specialists were named to Castle Connolly’s America’s Top Doctors® list for 2024.

Jan 23, 2024 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Partners with TMRW Life Sciences to Provide Cutting Edge Technology for the Safe Management and Storage of Frozen Eggs and Embryos for Patients

Illume Fertility partnered with TMRW Life Sciences to bring automated technology for the safe management and storage of frozen eggs and embryos.

Dec 5, 2023 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility's Patient Advocate Receives RESOLVE's 2023 Risa A. Levine Advocacy Legacy Award

Illume Fertility announced that patient advocate Lisa Rosenthal received RESOLVE’s 2023 Risa A. Levine Advocacy Legacy Award for her infertility advocacy.

Nov 28, 2023 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Announces Local Fertility Specialist Dr. Barry Witt to Join its Team of Board-Certified Fertility Doctors

Illume Fertility announced that reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Barry Witt would join its physician team.

Oct 4, 2023 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Founder and Medical Director, Dr. Mark Leondires, Co-Authors the First All-Inclusive Guide to Donor Conception

Dr. Mark Leondires co-authored “Building Your Family,” the first all-inclusive guide to donor conception.

Aug 15, 2023 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Hosts Month-Long PCOS Initiative During PCOS Awareness Month in September

Illume Fertility announced a month-long PCOS Awareness Month program featuring expert videos, educational resources, virtual yoga sessions and patient stories.

May 30, 2023 · Illume Fertility

Gay Parents To Be Launches New Website Featuring The Latest Resources for LGBTQ+ Family Planning

Gay Parents To Be announced a redesigned website with resources for LGBTQ+ people pursuing family-building.

May 2, 2023 · Illume Fertility

Six Illume Fertility Physicians Receive Top Doc Honors From Castle Connolly's America's Top Doctors® for 2023

Six Illume Fertility physicians were named to Castle Connolly’s America’s Top Doctors® list for 2023.

Sep 13, 2022 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility Announces First Annual Fertility Fair to Take Place at Their Harrison Location on September 29th

Illume Fertility announced its first Fertility Fair at the Harrison office, featuring expert discussions, complimentary AMH testing and an egg-freezing giveaway.

Sep 6, 2022 · Illume Fertility

Dr. Mark Leondires, Medical Director and Partner in Reproductive Endocrinology at Illume Fertility Receives Crain’s Notable Healthcare Leaders Award

Illume Fertility announced Dr. Mark Leondires’ recognition on Crain’s 2022 Notable Healthcare Leaders list.

Apr 5, 2022 · Illume Fertility

Illume Fertility (Formerly RMA of Connecticut) Earns "LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader" Designation in HRC Foundation’s Healthcare Equality Index for Sixth Year In a Row

The practice was recognized as an LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation for the sixth year in a row.

Feb 15, 2022 · RMA of Connecticut

RMA of Connecticut Announces Rebranding, Changes Name to "Illume Fertility"

RMA of Connecticut announced its new name, Illume Fertility, as part of a practice rebranding.

Aug 3, 2021 · RMA of Connecticut

RMA of Connecticut to Celebrate Grand Opening of New Harrison, NY Location with an Evening of Empowerment and Education on August 31st

RMA of Connecticut announced a celebration of its new Harrison, New York office, with physician meet-and-greets and reproductive health education.

Jul 13, 2021 · RMA of Connecticut

RMA of Connecticut Launches INVOCELL®, An Innovative, Proven Fertility Treatment Option

RMA of Connecticut introduced INVOCELL, an intravaginal culture fertility treatment option intended to expand treatment choices and affordability.

Feb 3, 2021 · RMA of Connecticut

Six RMA of Connecticut Fertility Specialists Receive Top Doc Honors From Castle Connolly's America's Top Doctors® for 2021

Six RMA of Connecticut fertility specialists were named to Castle Connolly’s America’s Top Doctors® list for 2021.

Jan 19, 2021 · RMA of Connecticut

RMA of Connecticut Creates Initiative to Educate Prospective Fertility Patients on the Importance of Using SART Data to Choose the Best Fertility Clinic for Them

RMA of Connecticut launched an initiative to help prospective patients use SART data when choosing a fertility clinic.

Dec 8, 2020 · RMA of Connecticut

RMA of Connecticut Spearheads Holidays at Home Initiative to Help Those Suffering with Infertility During the Holidays

RMA of Connecticut announced a holiday support initiative offering social media programming and self-care guidance for individuals coping with infertility.

Oct 22, 2020 · RMA of Connecticut

RMA of Connecticut Teams Up with PCOS Challenge to Offer One IVF Cycle Grant

RMA of Connecticut partnered with PCOS Challenge to offer an IVF cycle grant for eligible applicants.

Sep 16, 2020 · RMA of Connecticut

RMA of Connecticut earns "LGBTQ Health Care Equality Leader" Designation in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Healthcare Equality Index

The practice was recognized as an LGBTQ Health Care Equality Leader in the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Healthcare Equality Index.

Aug 18, 2020 · RMA of Connecticut

RMA of Connecticut Welcomes Dr. Laura Meyer to its Team of Board-Certified Fertility Specialists

RMA of Connecticut announced Dr. Laura Meyer’s addition to its team of fertility specialists.