Alicia Francos Pérez M.D., M.Sc.

Educational background

• Master's Degree in Human Fertility from the Universidad Complutense de Madrid (2010-2011)
• European Diploma in Gynaecological Endoscopic Surgery from the Université Clermont Ferrand (2004-2005)
• Master's Degree in Endoscopic Gynecological Surgery from the Université Clermont Ferrand (2004-2005)
• Master's Degree in Mastology and Breast Pathology from the Autonomous University of Madrid (2002-2004)
• Master's Degree in Mastology and Breast Pathology from the Autonomous University of Madrid (2002-2004)
• Research proficiency in medicine at the University of Salamanca (1999-2000)
• Master's degree in Mastology and breast pathology from the Autonomous University of Madrid (2002-2004)
• Bachelor's degree in medicine from the University of Salamanca (1992-1998)

Professional experience

• Medical Director of the Emby Clinic (Mar 2021-present)
• Medical Director of Hera Medical Institute (Jun 2020-Mar 2021)
• Medical Director of Hera Medical Institute (Jun 2020-Mar 2021)
• Doctor specialising in Human Reproduction at QuirónSalud Barcelona (2014-2018)
• Physician specialising in Human Reproduction at the Reproduction Unit of the Moncloa Hospital (2013-Mar 2014)
• Doctor specialising in Gynaecology and Obstetrics at the Gregorio Marañón Hospital (2008-2013)
• Doctor specialising in Gynaecology and Obstetrics at Gregorio Marañón Hospital (2008-2013)
• Doctor specialising in Gynaecology and Obstetrics at the Hospital Ramón y Cajal (2007-2008)
• Attending Physician at the Hospital Parc Taulí in Sabadell (2005-2007)
• Resident in Gynaecology and Obstetrics at the Río Hortega Hospital, Valladolid (2000-2004)
• Resident in Gynaecology and Obstetrics at the Río Hortega Hospital, Valladolid (2000-2004)

Scientific community involvement

Alicia Francos has the level III in ultrasound issued by the Spanish Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics (SEGO).

Latest articles and collaborations

• What is embryo biopsy and how is it done step by step?
• Teratozoospermia Types - Mild, Moderate & Severe
• What is endometritis or inflammation of the endometrium?
• Assisted reproduction techniques: differences and complexities
• What is long embryo culture and blastocyst grading?
• Cervical Cancer: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment & Prevention
• Fertility preservation in young women. Recommendations and ideas.
• Why do in vitro fertilization cycles sometimes get cancelled?
• How are embryos classified according to their day of development?
• The IVF Process - How Is It Done Step by Step?
• Why is the endometrium important in assisted reproduction?
• Do you know these myths about fertility and reproduction?
• What Genetic Diseases Can PGD Test for?

Latest replies to FAQs

• With what type of teratozoospermia is natural pregnancy possible?
• Is it possible to become a mother after cervical cancer?
• What fertility treatments are recommended for single women?
• At what step of IVF can the cycle be cancelled?
• What does the term early blastocyst refer to?
• Can an IVF cycle be canceled, once started, and not reach the transfer?
• Is endometriosis the same as endometritis?
• Is it better to preserve eggs or embryos if I am over 35 years old?
• Do oral contraceptives affect fertility?
• Can all diseases be diagnosed with embryo biopsy?