Dr. Diana E. Chavkin

MD, FACOG, Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Medical Director

MD, FACOG

Dr. Chavkin is a double board-certified Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility (REI) specialist who offers personalized care with exceptional outcomes. Dr. Chavkin understands the value of a compassionate, transparent and effective medical team. Having struggled with infertility herself, she is committed to helping each patient build their own family. With an approach that is holistic and thoughtfully individualized, she has empowered thousands through fertility treatment and preservation.

Location(s)

Santa Monica, CA

Education

Dr. Chavkin earned her medical degree from New York University. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology as well as her Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania. She was awarded Phi Beta Kappa and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Barnard College, Columbia University with a degree in psychology and history. Before launching her medical career, she worked as a middle school math and science teacher in New York City public schools where she honed her compassionate and educational approach to healthcare.

Expertise

Dr. Chavkin specializes in third-party reproduction (egg donation and surrogacy), reciprocal IVF and LGBTQ+ family building, minimal stimulation and IVF protocol optimization, fertility preservation with egg and embryo freezing, oncofertility and recurrent pregnancy loss. Her expertise includes primary and secondary infertility due to diminished ovarian reserve and advanced reproductive age; tubal-factor, male-factor, and unexplained infertility; anovulation and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).

Personal Quote

“I conceived my kids through IVF, so this experience is personal to me as a parent as well as a practitioner. Having been there myself, I know what a roller coaster ride it can be. I believe that patients deserve honest, compassionate, and individualized care. That’s my value, and it’s the commitment I make to every patient. I want to be the best fertility doctor that I can be, and I’m proud that people have experienced so many exceptional outcomes under my care. I’m so grateful to this field because it gave me my own family. To me, this is the best job in the world. Spending my days helping families grow is a true honor.”

Real Stories, Real Success: Our Patients Speak

Jesus C.

We can't thank you all enough for making our IVF journey such a positive experience. Your team's expertise and warmth meant the world to us. You made our dreams come true, and we're forever thankful.

California Fertility Partners
Los Angeles, CA
Krista B.

THEY ARE AMAZING!!! I absolutely love this clinic and everyone who works here! Being a lesbian couple, we were nervous trying to find a fertility clinic for us.. they made us feel so comfortable right away! They are so caring and sweet! I definitely recommend this place!! && Dr. Z is the man!! Nicest doctor I have ever met! I would give them a 100 stars if I could!

Advanced Fertility Care
Scottsdale, AZ
Patrick P.

Thanks to Dr. Dudley, we achieved a successful pregnancy, a dream that once seemed unattainable. His expertise and empathy made him not just a doctor but a beacon of hope in our most challenging times. We are profoundly grateful to Dr. Dudley and highly recommend him to any couple facing fertility issues!

Pinnacle Fertility
Atlanta, GA
Lee B.

We've worked with RGI twice now, and have had an excellent experience both times. Dr. Maseelall and her team have been amazing to work with. This time around, we were introduced to the "navigators" who essentially act as a liaison between us and the doctors, which was a change from the last time we were there. We found having access to a dedicated resource - even by text message - was a huge plus.

Reproductive Gynecology & Infertility
Akron, OH
R.W.

I highly recommend Dr. Dudley! He is one of the only doctors who explained things clearly, realistically, and positively. His bedside manner is outstanding. A defining moment (without disclosing my medical history) was when I explained something to him and he responded with "I believe in a women's intuition." He believed me, ran a quick test, and pivoted the plan. I can't recommend him enough.

Pinnacle Fertility
Atlanta, GA
Diana M.

My husband I went to Dominion after struggling with some fertility issues and multiple miscarriages. We couldn't have made a better choice! You can tell that the staff really care about their patients and make you feel at ease. At the beginning of the process, we were feeling a bit overwhelmed, but the doctors were understanding and great at explaining each step to us along the way. We now have a healthy baby boy and we could not be more happy and grateful to Dominion Fertility!!

Dominion Fertility
Arlington, VA