Surrogacy Centre Georgia has issued a statement highlighting the necessity of patient safety, ethical medical practices, and co-ordinated care for international patients seeking fertility treatments within the country.
The organisation noted that successful cross-border surrogacy involves complexities far beyond in vitro fertilisation (IVF) procedures. The process requires transparent communication, evidence-based clinical care, legal compliance, and comprehensive support through every stage, including before and after the birth of a child.
As fertility treatment becomes a globalised option, the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) maintains that patient-centred care, safety, equity, and transparency are fundamental principles for healthcare providers. Navigating foreign healthcare systems can be difficult for international patients, particularly those travelling from countries such as India.
The centre emphasised that international patients should receive the same standards of safe, ethical, and compassionate care as local patients. This standard of safety includes informed decision-making, continuity of care, and multidisciplinary support throughout the surrogacy journey.
To navigate these services safely, the centre recommends that intended parents evaluate providers based on objective quality indicators. These include comprehensive medical evaluations, evidence-based IVF protocols, accredited laboratory standards, and transparent treatment plans. Other essential factors include ethical surrogate screening, psychological counselling, and legal guidance that aligns with Georgian regulations.
Logistical preparation is also vital for successful cross-border care. This includes managing visa planning, medical record sharing, interpreter support, and continuity of medications. For Indian intended parents, early preparation is especially important for navigating birth registration, citizenship documentation, passport applications, and embassy clearances.
The World Health Organisation has identified infertility as a significant global public health concern, affecting approximately one in six people during their reproductive lifetime. To address these complexities, the centre advocates for ethical collaboration between fertility clinics, maternity hospitals, neonatal specialists, and legal professionals to ensure the health of the surrogate, the newborn, and the intended parents.
