Advancing Fertility
Science for Everyone
We are dedicated to conducting high-quality prospective clinical trials and fertility research, driven by our commitment to developing innovative technologies and improving fertility success rates for our diverse patient population across various ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
The CNY Fertility Research Institute Team
Meet the Experts Behind the Science
At the heart of the CNY Fertility Research Institute is a team of dedicated professionals passionate about advancing fertility care, pioneering innovative approaches and technologies that redefine what’s possible in treatment while ensuring every patient receives compassionate, personalized care rooted in scientific excellence.
Chief Scientific Officer
Dr. Werner Neuhausser MD PhD
Dr. Werner Neuhausser earned his medical degree from Oxford University, completed an internship at Imperial College London, a residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital, and a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. He holds a Master’s in Physics from Vienna Technical University and a PhD in Biomedical Sciences from UCSF, where he studied early human embryonic development. A member of ACOG, ABOG, and ASRM, and a Fellow of FACOG.
Research Director - Syracuse
Dr. Armando Arroyo MD
Dr. Armando Arroyo attended UCLA School of Medicine, completed his OB/GYN residency at the University of Arizona, and his REI fellowship at UC San Diego, where he also served as a WRHR Scholar. ABOG certified in OB/GYN and REI, he was most recently Medical Director of UMass Memorial Hospital IVF Center and Associate Professor at UMass Medical School. A member of SART and ASRM, Dr. Arroyo speaks Spanish.
Research Scientist
Dr. Beomsu Kim PhD
Dr. Beom Su Kim, a distinguished Andrologist and Endocrinologist at CNY Fertility, holds a Ph.D. in Zoology from Korea University and a NY State Certificate of Qualification in Andrology and Endocrinology. Formerly a research assistant professor at SUNY Buffalo, he has published 26 papers on ovarian aging and fertility biomarkers. A council member of the Korean Catholic Church and a father of three, Dr. Kim is dedicated to advancing fertility treatments and supporting families.
Chief Research Embryologist
Olivia Pavlik
Olivia earned her honors degree in biochemistry from Roberts Wesleyan College, focusing on apple phylogenetics. She began at CNY Fertility as a junior embryologist, becoming a senior embryologist and earning a master’s in Reproductive Clinical Science from Eastern Virginia Medical School, along with ABB Technical Supervisor certification. With over a decade of experience in one of the largest U.S. IVF labs, she is now the Embryology Lab Manager and Technical Supervisor at CNY Fertility, supporting and training across five labs. A member of ASRM, CRB, and AAB, she is pursuing a PhD at Old Dominion University. Olivia enjoys gardening, reading, embroidery, and family time.
Unmatched Opportunities for Collaboration
Why Partner with CNY Fertility for Research
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Large IVF Program
- One of the largest IVF programs in the U.S., offering a vast patient pool for recruitment.
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Diverse Patient Population
- Access to a uniquely diverse demographic is critical for regulatory approvals and industry-sponsored RCTs.
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Streamlined Practice Structure
- Centralized management enables cost-effective and efficient patient recruitment without satellite limitations.
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Unified Practice Ownership
- As a privately owned clinic with multiple location research sites, CNY Fertility is uniquely positioned to achieve exceptional recruitment success.
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Patient Incentives
- Meaningful compensation reduces financial burdens, enhancing recruitment rates and patient participation.
