Is embryo selection overrated? Rethinking a core IVF concept.

Embryo selection is often viewed as one of the most important factors in IVF success, but is it getting too much credit? In this video, Dr. Sonia Gayete-Lafuente takes a closer look at the science behind embryo selection, its limitations, and other critical factors that influence treatment outcomes. Discover why embryo quality is only part of the fertility equation and how a broader perspective may help patients better understand their IVF journey.Brought to you by the Center for Human Reproduction (CHR) on the Upper East Side of New York City. With over 40 years of experience and a history of innovation, CHR has been at the forefront of fertility care since the beginning. Our founder, Dr. Norbert Gleicher, reported the first successful transvaginal egg retrieval in human history, helping to shape the future of IVF as we know it today. CHR is known for tackling some of the most challenging fertility cases—especially women over 40 and those with diminished ovarian reserve—by offering highly individualized, evidence-based care when others often turn patients away.Our team has published more than 450 peer-reviewed research papers advancing reproductive medicine, reflecting our deep commitment not only to patient care but to the science that drives better outcomes. At CHR, you're never just a number. You're part of a community focused on giving you the personalized support, science, and hope you deserve.Website: www.thechr.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chrnewyork Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrnewyork/ Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/centerforhumanreproduction/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/CenterforHumanReproduction/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chrnewyork