International Doctor’s Day, celebrated on December 3rd, is a time to acknowledge the commitment, calling, and dedication of thousands of professionals who have chosen to devote their lives to the health of others. But in an institute like Ingenes, this commemoration carries a special meaning: each doctor becomes a beacon of hope for those who dream of having a child.
Throughout these 20 years, we’ve witnessed the power of medicine when it’s guided by the heart. That’s why this day is not just a celebration; it’s also a heartfelt thank you to those who have brought over 75,000 stars down from the sky.
Why is International Doctor’s Day celebrated?
The date was established by the Pan American Medical Confederation in honor of Carlos Finlay, a Cuban doctor who discovered the role of mosquitoes in the transmission of yellow fever, changing the course of preventive medicine. This celebration recognizes all medical professionals for their tireless contributions to public health, science, and humanity.
However, beyond historic achievements, Doctor’s Day is also a chance to look closely at the people behind the white coats—those who, through long shifts and intense emotions, accompany each patient from diagnosis to the most pivotal moments.
At Ingenes, the doctor’s role goes beyond the consultation
Science with purpose, medicine with soul
At an institute specialized in fertility and genetics, the doctor’s role takes on a unique depth. Every diagnosis involves not only clinical knowledge but also emotional sensitivity to guide each step of the process.
Doctors at Ingenes don’t just work with hormone levels, genetic studies, or advanced lab techniques. More than anything, they face the dreams of thousands of people who long to have a child—often arriving with long histories of failed attempts, frustration, and emotional exhaustion. That’s why every doctor here is trained under a comprehensive model that combines cutting-edge reproductive medicine with a human, empathetic, and personalized approach.
20 years of multiplied vocation
Over the past two decades, Ingenes has built a healthcare ecosystem where doctors are the beating heart of every story. From that very first team at our founding branch in Mexico City to the specialists now leading our 19 branches across Mexico and the United States, the commitment has remained the same: to transform science into hope.
Today, our doctors:
- Conduct more than 30,000 consultations a year.
- Actively participate in international congresses.
- Lead multi-cycle programs that significantly increase the chances of achieving pregnancy.
- Apply cutting-edge techniques like IVF MORE®, Ovagen, and Endogen.
- Provide emotional support throughout the entire reproductive process.
Behind every success story is a doctor who listened, analyzed, proposed solutions, and most importantly—never gave up.
The challenges of being a doctor in reproductive medicine
Unlike other medical fields, fertility specialists constantly face the most intimate human desire: to form a family. This means working with complex emotions, stories of loss, renewed hope, and tough decisions.
Some of the main challenges our doctors face include:
- Delivering sensitive diagnoses such as low ovarian reserve, azoospermia, or repeated implantation failure.
- Creating personalized plans based on age, medical history, ovarian response, and genetic variables.
- Providing emotional support during critical moments, such as pregnancy loss.
- Constantly staying updated, as reproductive science advances rapidly.
And still, each Ingenes doctor continues to choose this path. Because they know that beyond the science, they’re touching the life of a family—even before it begins.
Behind every doctor, a multidisciplinary team
The success of every treatment doesn’t depend solely on the doctor’s knowledge, but also on the synergy with embryologists, psychologists, nurses, geneticists, and consultants who make Ingenes a comprehensive institute.
However, it is the doctor who translates that science into real possibilities for each person—who leads, communicates, guides, and supports. That’s why on this Doctor’s Day, we also celebrate all those who, through their medical leadership, have propelled this ecosystem that is now a benchmark throughout Latin America.
Training, ethics, and continuous growth
All Ingenes doctors hold specialized training in Human Reproductive Biology and are certified by leading national and international medical boards. Many have been recognized for their contributions to scientific research, medical publications, and international presentations.
But beyond the resume, what truly sets them apart is their human commitment. In every branch, in every consultation, what prevails is the genuine desire to help.
A day to celebrate, but also to reflect
International Doctor’s Day is also an opportunity to rethink the value of humanized medicine. In a world that’s increasingly automated, where algorithms seem to be everywhere, the doctor’s role as an empathetic figure, guide, and emotional anchor becomes more important than ever.
And at Ingenes, where we work with dreams—not statistics—this becomes even more meaningful.
Looking to the future: more science, more heart
In the coming years, Ingenes will continue to grow. New branches, new technologies, new programs. But one thing will remain unchanged: the fundamental role our doctors play in every story. Being a doctor at Ingenes is a vocation. It’s the privilege of accompanying the birth of a life even before it begins. And that, without a doubt, is something worth celebrating.
Conclusion
International Doctor’s Day invites us to look with gratitude and admiration at those who have chosen one of the most demanding and courageous professions. At Ingenes, this day becomes a double celebration: for every doctor who has dedicated their life to helping, and for every baby who has come into the world thanks to that dedication.
To all the doctors who are part of our story: thank you. You don’t just save lives. You make them possible.