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Dr. Mariona Rius

Head of the IVF Laboratory at Fertty. She is currently a professor of the Master’s in Psychology of Assisted Human Reproduction (UB) and the International Master’s in Reproductive Medicine (UAB).

She began her career studying Biology at the University of Barcelona, ​​where she graduated with an Extraordinary End-of-Degree Award. Her great interest in human reproduction led her to complete a PhD in Cellular Biology at the Autonomous University of Barcelona, ​​specialising in Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis.

She is currently a professor on the International Master’s Degree in Reproductive Medicine (UAB), among other teaching activities.

She is a member of scientific societies such as the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology, the Spanish Fertility Society and the Association for the Study of Reproductive Biology, where she is part of the Genetics Interest Group and the Cryobiology Interest Group. He is also a member of the organizing committee of the XIII ASEBIR Congress in Barcelona in 2025.

His work of more than 20 years in the embryology laboratory and his training in research give him solid experience to lead our laboratory, ensuring quality, safety and innovation in the treatments we perform.

SABER MÁS

I’ve always been clear that I would pursue healthcare studies, but it was in the final year of my degree when I discovered the Biology of Reproduction. From that moment on, I had a very clear goal: to become an embryologist and work in an in vitro fertilization laboratory. But for that, I needed to specialize even further, and I achieved it by completing my PhD.

Because here we put people at the centre. In other words, professionalism and high standards are our driving force for achieving the best results, but always ensuring that these results are accompanied by a positive experience.

I enjoy talking to patients and trying to explain the processes we carry out in the laboratory in the best way possible. I always keep in mind that for patients, it’s an unfamiliar treatment. There’s also a very important emotional component: we’re talking about their future children! I believe we must accompany them with humanity throughout the whole process.

Constantly. I’m fascinated by the perseverance of some people and the trust they place in us. I feel very responsible and grateful to them. For this reason, when they finally become mothers and fathers, the reward I feel is immense.

For me, the most important thing is family, and therefore, I try to spend as much time as possible with them. I’m passionate about culture. I enjoy going to the theater, attending concerts, or visiting exhibitions. Playing the piano relaxes me. Years ago, I studied music at the Conservatory. I also love escaping the city and breathing fresh air in the mountains.

I’m a meticulous person. I really value simplicity and order. I empathize with people and enjoy being part of a team that has a good work environment. Oh! And I think it’s essential to maintain a positive attitude toward life.