Surgery hours:
Mon. - Fri. 8.00 am - 3.00 pm
(also Mon. and Thur. afternoon by prior arrangement)

Laboratory for Clinical Embryology and Research

E-Mail: cristina.pastor-leary@kinderwunsch-institut.at

What is my area of responsibility at the KIWI IVF Clinic!
As an embryologist, my job is to collect your gametes process them carefully, ensure their fertilization and keep them in the best of conditions so that they develop into embryos. Further to my work in the IVF lab, I also support the Research ad Development department by participating on the collection of data for studies.

Why do I like working at the KIWI IVF Clinic?
I really enjoy working at the KIWI, I feel that the team is like a small family which makes the clinic's atmosphere friendly and relaxed. The team is well complemented and focused on accompanying patients on their journey to achieve the miracle of life.

What can I do to help you relax and become pregnant?
I'm passionate about my work and I love to contribute to your wish for a child. Everyday I do my best to ensure that your embryos are well taken care of.

Laboratory for Clinical Embryology and Research

E-Mail: darja.kastelic@kinderwunsch-institut.at

What is my area of responsibility at the KIWI IVF Clinic?
In my job as Head of the Laboratory for Clinical Embryology and Research, I devote my time to analysing and treating the cells and embryos carefully and with precision. Further to my work in the laboratory, my activities in the area of Research and Development enable me to apply myself to the latest scientific discoveries, and to work on further exciting ideas in the team. In addition, my wealth of experience enables me to teach and train young, dedicated embryologists.

Why do I like working at the KIWI IVF Clinic?
I have worked at the KIWI IVF Clinic since June 2001 and am happy to be a part of this harmonious team. Since its outstanding features are innovation and an open mind to all that is new, the KIWI IVF Clinic provides me with optimal opportunities for exciting daily activities, as well as in the field of Research and Development. It is also a lot of fun making the best possible use of my know-how in such fantastic conditions.

What can I do to help working at the KIWI IVF Clinic
I am responsible for ensuring that your egg and semen cell fertilize each other outside the body. The embryos that are created are my protégés. My attention is concentrated on their changing needs, in order to make it possible for them to survive outside the female body. Using vast technological resources, it is possible to advance the further intense development of your embryos. Strict quality controls of each individual stage of the culture guarantee an unvaryingly high success rate. We are never content, which is why we systematically extend our scientific knowledge and welcome innovations.

My wealth of experience is of endless help to me, and you can relax in the knowledge that these many years of experience will be used to your advantage.

Head of the Laboratory for Clinical Embryology and Research

E-Mail: martina.hoermann-kroepfl@kinderwunsch-institut.at

What is my area of responsibility at the KIWI IVF Clinic?
In my job as Embryologist and as Deputy Head of the Laboratory for Clinical Embryology and Research, I devote my time to analysing and treating the cells and embryos carefully and with precision. Further to my work in the laboratory, my activities in the area of Research and Development enable me to apply myself to the latest scientific discoveries, and to work on further exciting ideas in the team. Furthermore, as part of an ongoing Quality Management system, I am also responsible as official QM representative for ensuring that the high standard of quality at the Clinic continues to grow, by compiling procedural guidelines.

Why do I like working at the KIWI IVF Clinic?
Weil man hier dem "kleinen Wunder Leben" so nah ist - ich glaube, das ist der Grund, warum ich mit Begeisterung im Kinderwunsch Institut arbeite.

What can I do to help you relax and become pregnant?
I hope that my work helps our couples wanting children to feel safe and in good hands on their journey towards “the small miracle of life”.