Meet The Team

Dr. Vega Rich graduated from Medical School at the University of Panama. He completed his Obstetrics and Gynecology training in the Social Security Hospital System in Panama and then moved to New York for his sub-speciality training in Maternal Fetal Medicine at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Montefiore Medical Center. After completing his training, he worked in New York for many years and established the Maternal Fetal Assessment Center at the Montefiore Medical Center before returning to Panama. He then worked in the Panama Canal Zone hospitals and in the Social Security Hospital System in Panama. After seeing the need for high quality fertility care in Panama, he decided to undergo further training in Reproductive Medicine in the Colombian Fertility Center (CECOLFES) with Dr. Elkin Lucena. He then established what is today the biggest fertility center in the region, Panama Fertility.

He has helped thousands of families achieve their dream of becoming parents and is especially proud of establishing the National Foundation for Fertility and Sterility (FUNAFES), which helps hundreds of low-income couples afford fertility treatments each year.

Dr. Vega Croker graduated at the top of his class in medical school before studying in New York. He trained in Obstetrics and Gynecology at hospitals affiliated with Columbia University and Mount Sinai Medical School. He was named Administrative Chief Resident in Obstetrics and Gynecology. He was recognized for his surgical abilities in minimally invasive surgery and awarded the “Special Resident in Minimally Invasive Gynecology” by the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL) and with the “Resident Achievement Award” by the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons (SLS). Seeking to expand his knowledge and abilities he performed rotations and worked at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Cleveland Clinic. During this time, he became interested in clinical research and has been author and co-author in over 25 original scientific articles. He has also spoken at over 40 international medical conferences.

After finishing training in Obstetrics and Gynecology, he successfully obtained one of the 40 spots as a fellow in the US in the highly competitive Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility fellowship. His fellowship (sub-specialty) training was completed at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and University of Columbia. He was directly involved in the study and treatment of couples with recurrent pregnancy loss at the Program for Early and Recurrent Pregnancy Loss (PEARL) and completed his thesis in the effects of insulin on early gestational losses. Dr. Vega Croker is a renowned leader among his peers, having been selected as Chair of the Society for Reproductive Endocrinology (SREI) Associates. He is an innovator that always looks for ways to improve patient care. He is proud to be a part of the Panama Fertility team.

Yorelys has a Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, from the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Panama. She also has a Master’s Degree in IVF Procedures and techniques from the University of Valencia.

Yorelys is a passionate Embryologist with more than 10 years of experience in the field of reproductive medicine. She is skilled in complex techniques such as ICSI (intracytoplasmic sperm injection), Embryo Biopsy, Vitrification of ovules and embryos and extended embryo culture.

Dr. Rojas assists our international patients prior to arrival in Panama for IVF treatment. In addition she’s an IVF Patient Educator, Dr. Rojas maintains communication between patient and physician. Dr. Rojas is  an IVF resource for patients throughout their entire IVF journey at Panama Fertility.

Dr. Rojas trained at the University of  California in Reproduction, Endocrinology and Infertility education. She also trained at the University of Valencia in IVF Laboratory Procedures and Techniques.

Miroslava has a Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, from the Faculty of Medicine at University of Panama. She also gained her Master’s Degree in IVF Laboratory procedures and techniques from the University of Valencia.

Miroslava is an enthusiastic Embryologist with more than 12 years of experience in the field of reproductive medicine, she is skilled in complex techniques such as ICSI (intracytoplasmic sperm injection), embryo biopsy, vitrification of ovules and embryos and extended embryo culture.

Dr. Maria Ximena Diaz graduated from Medical School at the Latin University of Panama in 2015. She was then in Medical Practice for two of the largest hospitals affiliated to the Social Security System in Panama. Within the two years of Medical Practice she was trained to assist and perform different procedures, such as taking overseeing patients in labor and child delivery. After her training she spent a year in Primary Care Medicine, perfecting her skills in establishing a good medical rapport with her patients.

Dr. Diaz is currently taking a course in Reproductive Medicine from the University of Valencia. She is one of our newest members in the Panama Fertility team and is currently in charge of the patients undergoing Fertility Treatment and Patient Care in general.

Daniel Bello is the expert Financial Coordinator at Panama Fertility. He loves helping patients to navigate the financial side of their fertility treatment. He is in charge of advising on the most advantageous options unique to the patient’s treatment plan and priorities. 

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