Dr. Aykut Bayrak, MD, FACOG
Board-Certified Reproductive Endocrinologist & Medical Director, LA IVF Clinic
Dr. Aykut Bayrak, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and Medical Director of LA IVF Clinic. He specializes in advanced fertility care, IVF, fertility preservation, and complex reproductive endocrinology cases. He has contributed to peer-reviewed research in ovarian reserve assessment, ovulation disorders, fertility preservation, and embryo cryopreservation.
Medical Oversight: Dr. Bayrak provides medical oversight and review for LA IVF Clinic’s educational fertility content to support accuracy, clinical relevance, and evidence-based guidance.
Board Certifications & Medical Training
Dr. Bayrak is double board-certified in:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
He completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at New York Methodist Hospital – Weill Cornell Medical College, where he received recognition for clinical excellence and advanced skills in laparoscopic and hysteroscopic procedures.
He subsequently completed a three-year fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the University of Southern California (USC), where he conducted award-winning research in hormone disorders and fertility.
Clinical Expertise & Areas of Focus
Infertility & Hormonal Conditions
- Unexplained infertility
- Diminished ovarian reserve
- Advanced reproductive age
- Recurrent pregnancy loss
- Ovulation disorders (PCOS, hyperprolactinemia)
Advanced Fertility Treatments
- IVF and fertility preservation
- Egg freezing (oocyte vitrification)
- Preimplantation genetic testing (PGT)
- Third-party reproduction (egg and sperm donation, surrogacy)
Research, Publications & Awards
Dr. Bayrak has authored and co-authored scientific abstracts, peer-reviewed articles, and medical textbook chapters in reproductive medicine, including topics such as ovarian aging, ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), egg donation, embryo transfer techniques, and fertility preservation.
Select awards and recognitions include:
- Prize Paper Award – Brooklyn Gynecological Society
- Prize Paper Award – Pacific Coast Reproductive Society
- Frank Lynch Memorial Essay Award – Pacific Coast Obstetrical and Gynecological Society
- ASRM / SREI Fellowship Research Prize Paper Award
- European Society for Photobiology Fellowship Award
- Cook-Davajan In-Training Award
He reported the first live birth in Southern California from a genetically tested frozen egg and has contributed to clinical advances in embryo cryopreservation and genetic testing in IVF.
Professional Affiliations
- American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)
- Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (SREI)
- Pacific Coast Reproductive Society (PCRS)
- American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL)
- American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
He serves as a peer reviewer for leading medical journals and participates in continuing medical education (CME) for physicians.
Clinical Practice & Hospital Affiliations
Dr. Bayrak is licensed to practice medicine in California, New York, and New Jersey. He is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles and Huntington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena.
He currently serves as Medical Director of LA IVF Clinic locations in:
- West Los Angeles
- Pasadena
- Chino Hills
Philosophy of Care
Dr. Bayrak is committed to evidence-based fertility treatment and individualized care. He emphasizes clear communication, transparency, and compassionate guidance so patients understand their options and feel supported throughout treatment.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Bayrak enjoys skiing, soccer, traveling, and spending time with his family.
Selected Research & Publications
Dr. Bayrak has contributed to peer-reviewed research in ovarian reserve assessment, ovulation disorders, fertility preservation, and advanced IVF techniques. Selected publications include:
- Hyperprolactinemia and Pituitary Imaging
Fertility & Sterility – Landmark study supporting imaging guidelines for persistently elevated prolactin levels. - Hydrosalpinx Treatment Outcomes Prior to IVF
Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics – Outcomes of surgical approaches prior to IVF in hydrosalpinx patients. - Insulin Resistance in PCOS
American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology – Clinical and biochemical characterization of PCOS subphenotypes. - Embryo Cryopreservation Using Vitrification
Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics – Improved survival and pregnancy outcomes with vitrification in appropriate cases. - AMH as a Predictor of Antral Follicle Count
Reproductive BioMedicine Online – Multicenter evaluation supporting AMH-based ovarian reserve assessment.
Full publications are available upon request or through medical literature databases.
