What makes the Agora Clinic different to other fertility providers?
At the Agora we offer more than just a fertility service; as an independent and family-led clinic we distinguish ourselves from the increasingly corporate landscape of the fertility industry by prioritising ethical, patient-centric, inclusive care backed by evidence-based medical and scientific expertise.
We recognise that every fertility journey is unique, filled with hope, uncertainties and challenges. That is why our ethos centres around tailoring our expertise with humanity and sensitivity and taking a personalised approach, something that we have always done since opening our doors 19 years ago.
Our unique approach has led us to becoming the largest provider of both NHS and privately funded fertility services in Sussex, with clinics in Brighton, Eastbourne, and Worthing as well as becoming recognised as a UK leader in inclusive care. We celebrate diversity and champion reproductive autonomy for all and are proud to be a trusted partner for couples and individuals from all walks of life, including those from the LGBTQ+ community.
Success rates are not the only measure of a clinic, but our success rates are very good – amongst the highest in London and the South-East as well as throughout the UK, with impressive live birth rates per embryo transfer. These have always been achieved without patient selection, which is a testament to our commitment to excellence and inclusivity.
We also believe in empowering our patients by providing clear, transparent information from the outset. Our compassionate team is dedicated to supporting you emotionally and practically throughout your journey, ensuring that uncertainty never has to be faced alone.
Together, we’re conceiving and delivering a future filled with possibility by removing physical, psychological, geographical, and financial barriers to planning and starting a family.
So whether you’re just beginning your fertility journey, or you’ve encountered challenges along the way, discover the difference of personalised, family-led fertility care. Reach out to us today and learn how we can assist you on your path to parenthood.
Welcome to The Agora Clinic
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Wisdom, Honesty and Compassion
“If you’re not in the clinic every day, dealing with patients, how can you hope to understand the true impact of childlessness and the isolation and devastation created by infertility?”
Carole Gilling-Smith
Founder and Medical Director.
Committed to excellence
To provide the best fertility services in Sussex, we continually invest in our medical skills and equipment. Our Consultants, some with over 30 years of experience, are pioneering medical experts in fertility treatment.
Our award winning team can offer you the expertise and support you need, every step of your parenting journey.
Our embryology team is led by a highly experienced laboratory manager, Anita Chau supported by several Clinical Embryologists. As well as having extensive hands-on IVF laboratory experience, they remain committed to professional development and research in the field of infertility. They are continuously exploring innovative research and treatment options.
The embryology and medical teams work closely together to deliver the expertise you need throughout your parenting journey, keeping you involved in decision-making at every stage.
Led by our Founder and Medical Director, Carole Gilling-Smith. Carole is actively involved in all our day-to-day activities, ensuring that patients receive the very best care and feel part of our Agora family.
Honest, transparent pricing
the Agora clinic are committed to transparent and competitive in our pricing.
We don’t push the unnecessary add-ons that are offered in some clinics, which can lead to false hope and significant financial loss. the Agora clinic do not select patients based on their chance of getting pregnant to boost our success rates.
Verified Reviews
I was under Mr Chui as my consultant through an NHS referral and after we had selected The Agora as our chosen clinic, we had the pleasure of meeting so many of their lovely staff at the Brighton & Eastbourne hubs.
Walking in for each appointment, we were greeted by Robert who was always friendly, welcoming and polite. Throughout treatment I tried to keep track of as many names as possible but particular credit to our nurses Jo, Carly & Melodie who were exceptional, providing us with a lot of information throughout the process so we always felt very aware of what was happening and what the next steps might look like. I had regular check up phone calls with them, access to 24/7 support should it have been needed through their app and phone line.
I’m a huge needlephobe so they were always very gracious about this too.
When the time came for my egg collection, I was made to feel really comfortable and at ease, and Tom who performed the procedure introduced himself to me too. The rest of the team were mostly faces I recognised, like lovely Lauren who had done some of our blood tests earlier in the treatment plan so this made everything even more comfortable. Our lovely after care team were exceptional, super chatty and friendly including Emma.
We were then kept up to date with the progress of our embryos developing and how many had made it to each stage of the process.
On the day of our embryo transfer, we were again greeted by familiar faces and had everything explained in great detail before it took place.
Our lovely little girl was born back in March and we could not be happier with our experience at The Agora. Their team then followed up with us a few weeks after our birth to formally end our journey.
After our second IVF attempt, we received the wonderful news that we were expecting, and we truly believe that the expertise, dedication, and encouragement of the Agora team played a huge part in making this possible. Every member of staff was patient, compassionate, and always willing to answer our questions throughout the process.
IVF can be a challenging experience both emotionally and physically, but Agora made us feel hopeful and never alone. We cannot thank them enough for helping us achieve our dream of becoming parents.
We would wholeheartedly recommend Agora Fertility Clinic to anyone considering fertility treatment. Thank you for everything!
We can’t wait to bring our baby back to the clinic once they’re born and introduce them to the incredible team who helped make our dream of becoming parents a reality—from the receptionists and nurses to the consultants and embryologists. We will never forget the kindness and care you showed us throughout our journey. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. ❤️
The clinic itself is modern, clean, and very well organised, which instantly put me at ease. The doctors and nurses are incredibly knowledgeable and compassionate—they listened carefully to my concerns and tailored my treatment in a way that felt personal rather than one-size-fits-all.
What stood out the most was the level of emotional support. Every member of the team showed kindness and understanding, which made such a difference during what can be a stressful journey.
I’m so grateful for the care I received and would highly recommend Agora Fertility Clinic to anyone considering fertility treatment. They combine expertise with genuine compassion, and that makes all the difference.
Thank you for helping us achieve our dream of welcoming our baby boy into the world—we will be forever grateful.
Jane Siegle
Throughout both journeys, I felt incredibly well taken care of. Every member of the team was polite, compassionate, and truly understanding of what can be an emotional process. They always made me feel supported and respected.
I am deeply grateful for everything they have done for me. Without their help, I wouldn’t have my children today, and that is something I will always cherish.
Our journey to parenthood took over ten years. In 2017, we went through IVF for the first time, which sadly resulted in one miscarriage and one failed cycle. It was a very difficult period, and for a long time we didn’t think this day would ever come.
Eight years later, we were given another opportunity for treatment at The Agora. Throughout the process, the team at The Agora were supportive, professional, and compassionate, which made a challenging experience feel much more manageable.
Thanks to their care and expertise, we were successful, and our little girl arrived safely. Every day we are reminded of how grateful we are for the team who helped bring her into our lives.
Thank you to everyone at The Agora for your support, kindness, and dedication. And a special thanks to Mr Kelada for all his help getting us to where we are.
Here at the Agora Clinic, we encourage all prospective patients who are considering treatment with us to make an informed choice by visiting the ‘Choose a Fertility Clinic’ section on the HFEA website.
There you will find verified patient reviews and success rates for all fertility clinics in the UK, allowing objective comparisons based on properly collected data to be made.
Fertility Services for Female / Male Couples
Couples Fertility Assessment
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Fertility Treatments
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Fertility Preservation
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Fertility Services for Female / Female Couples
Couples Fertility Assessment
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Sperm Donor Options
Donor sperm may come from someone you know or from a sperm bank. Our dedicated embryology team are on hand to help with any questions you may have.
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Fertility Treatments
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Fertility Services for Single Females
Female Fertility Assessment
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Sperm Donor Options
Donor sperm may come from someone you know or from a sperm bank. Our dedicated embryology team are on hand to help with any questions you may have.
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Egg or Embryo Freezing
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Fertility Services for Male / Male Couples
Couples Fertility Assessment
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Surrogacy Services
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Fertility Services for Single Males
Male Fertility Assessments
We offer a Standard, and Enhanced Male Fertility Assessment – which is a more detailed male fertility test. It includes some additional tests of sperm health and function.
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Sperm Freezing
This gives you the option of becoming a parent in the future, if you wish.
We can also freeze sperm for patients who have been diagnosed with cancer.
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Becoming a Sperm Donor
Donating sperm enables people who would otherwise be unable to have a family to have children of their own.
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