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HSE Funding

HSE fertility funding is available in Ireland for some people experiencing infertility. This may include access to publicly funded fertility treatments for eligible patients who meet the current HSE criteria. The process begins with your GP, who can refer you to a regional fertility hub. If specialist fertility treatment is recommended, you can choose an approved fertility clinic, including Thérapie Fertility.

Thérapie Fertility is an approved healthcare provider

Thérapie Fertility is an approved healthcare provider for eligible patients referred through the fertility treatment HSE pathway. This means that, if you meet the HSE criteria and are referred for specialist fertility treatment through a regional fertility hub, you will be able to choose our clinic for your treatment. Eligibility is assessed through the HSE pathway, so your first step is to speak with your GP. GP’s are the only ones who can refer you to a regional fertility hub.

What is covered by the HSE programme?

The HSE programme may cover publicly funded fertility treatment for eligible patients. This may include up to 3 cycles of IUI, and or 1 cycle of IVF or ICSI, depending on what your regional fertility hub and specialist recommend. 

At present, access is based on specific HSE criteria. These criteria include age, BMI, residency in Ireland and if you have more than one child. The HSE does not currently provide treatment that requires donor eggs or donor sperm. The criteria have changed recently and may change again in the future. We will continue to update our information to reflect the latest HSE guidance.

How to apply

  • 01

    Speak to your GP

    The first step is to speak with your GP. They can discuss your situation and, if appropriate, refer you to a regional fertility hub.

  • 02

    Attend your regional fertility hub

    Your regional fertility hub will review your fertility history and may arrange or review tests. They will then discuss whether specialist treatment may be suitable.

  • 03

    Choose an approved clinic

    If IUI, IVF or ICSI is recommended and you meet the HSE criteria, you can choose an approved fertility clinic for your treatment.

  • 04

    Begin treatment

    Once we receive your referral, our team will contact you to schedule your first appointment and help you get started.

Why choose Thérapie Fertility?

  • We are proud to be Irelands' most affordable fertility clinic, making fertility treatments possible for those who need it.

  • We place great pride on our commitment to accessibility. We believe that fertility care should be available to everyone regardless of their abilities.

  • We only offer fertility testing and treatments that are rooted in science and research and only provide treatments that have been proven to increase your chances of success.

What our patients say

  • Niamh Smith
    a week ago

    Myself and my husband had been attending Thérapie Fertility after some difficulty in trying to conceive. We both had testing done in the most professional way and we were…

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  • Sarah Moloney
    a week ago

    Amazing care every step of the way, personable and thoroughly professional. Every step was explained simply and with warmth. We always felt like we knew what was happenin…

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  • Leah Fitzgerald
    a week ago

    I honestly couldn’t recommend Thérapie Fertility Clinic in Carrickmines enough. Every single person I’ve met has been so lovely, supportive and reassuring throughout the …

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  • Oladapo Temitope Rasheedat
    2 weeks ago

    My sessions with Thérapie fertility have been an essential part of my fertility journey. From our very first appointment, they created a safe, warm, and completely non-ju…

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  • Faith Bohan
    2 weeks ago

    I cannot recommend this place enough, the staff, cleanliness, atmosphere and making you feel so comfortable! Lauren was/is my nurse my treatment is ongoing , she is absol…

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  • Tanya Rowe
    2 weeks ago

    Felt very comfortable the minute you walked in, all staff are so friendly, provided a great service, great location found it very easy to get too 😀

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  • Jesline Nyilongo
    3 weeks ago

    We were warmly welcomed by an amazing receptionist who escorted us to the nurse’s office for consultation. Nurse Amy explained the whole process and suggestions we can op…

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  • Megan O Shea
    3 weeks ago

    From our first consults to having our transfer Monday every thing was so smooth , the communication between everyone , the information we received the car we recieved for…

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  • Tara Sweeney
    3 weeks ago

    Me and my partner went for a consultation and it was absolutely amazing we had met Lauren and she was wonderful.

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  • Romina Artola
    3 weeks ago

    My partner and I were starting our family planning and we decided to consult with the doctors at Therapie Fertility. We had such an amazing smooth experience. All the sta…

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  • Stacey Dineen
    4 weeks ago

    My husband and I are currently in the middle of our IVF journey with Thérapie fertility after struggling for years to conceive. I had my egg retrieval with them last Wedn…

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  • Nadine Walsh
    a month ago

    Nurse Lauren in the Limerick branch filled me with confidence from the second I walked in. I am so grateful for her taking all of the time to explain everything so carefu…

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Your HSE funding questions answered

  • Yes. The HSE criteria have changed recently and may change again. We will update our information when changes are made, but your GP or the HSE should always be your main source for the latest eligibility criteria. You can view the eligibility criteria here.

  • If you do not currently meet the HSE criteria, you may still have other options. Our team can talk you through private fertility treatment, testing and next steps in a clear and supportive way. If you have private health insurance, this may assist you with your fees. Additionally, our partner Humm can provide finance to enable you to break down the cost of treatment over a longer period of time.

  • At present, HSE-funded fertility treatment is not available for people who need donor eggs or donor sperm to conceive. The criteria may change in the future, so we recommend checking the latest HSE guidance.

  • After your referral is sent, the regional fertility hub will review your situation and may arrange tests or consultations. If you are referred to our clinic for treatment, our team will contact you to arrange your first appointment.

  • Your GP must refer you to a regional fertility hub. Patients cannot self-refer directly for HSE-funded IVF, ICSI or IUI.

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