Global Doctors
Bradford A. Kolb MD, FACOG
Biography
Dr. Kolb specializes in the care of complex fertility problems at HRC Fertility Pasadena and, under his guidance, has helped improve HRC’s donor pregnancy rate.
Dr. Kolb is internationally known for his expertise in complex reproductive matters and is one of the largest providers of egg donation and surrogacy in the United States with patients traveling from around the world to HRC Fertility Pasadena to see him. His practice is known for helping to develop and implementing cutting-edge technologies in the genetic screening of embryos, the development of new laboratory technologies, and the development of highly efficient treatment. In addition to his high success rates, patients are also impressed with his warm bedside manner, compassion and dedication.
Dr. Bradford Kolb received his undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of California, Irvine after which, he completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Northwestern University and a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility at the University of Southern California, receiving board certification in both fields.
Education
- Undergraduate: University of California, Irvine
- Medical School: University of California, Irvine
- Residency: Obstetrics and Gynecology, Northwestern University
- Fellowship: Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility University of Southern California
Areas of Interest & Research
Doctor Kolb’s active research interests include the development of cost-efficient fertility and Publication protocols, patient-friendly treatment regimens, the development of improved procedures for egg freezing, and improved access to egg donors and surrogates.
Doctor Kolb is internationally recognized for his expertise in egg donation and surrogacy, and is the largest provider of third-party care in the United States, with patients traveling from more than 30 countries. He has many original research publications and recently co-authored the largest clinically significant IVF study and has presented his findings in five continents.
His practice is known for helping to develop and implement cutting-edge technologies in the genetic screening of embryos, the development of new laboratory technologies, and the development of highly efficient treatment protocols.
Doctor Kolb’s active research also includes pioneering new methods of data analytics that are revolutionizing our understanding and practice of medicine as well as leading the implementation of Cognitive Technologies (AI) to enhance treatment outcomes in reproductive medicine.
Awards
- Southern California Super Doctors, Los Angeles Times (2010-2021)
- Los Angeles Magazine Super Doctors (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013)
- Top Doc, Inland Empire Magazine (2012)
- Top Doc, LA (2011, 2012)
- Pasadena Magazine Top Doctors Award (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013)
- Resolve – Excellence Award (2007)
- Council on Resident Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology National Teaching Award (2006)
Professional Organizations
- Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
- American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists
- American Society for Reproductive Medicine
- Pacific Coast Reproductive Society
- The Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology
- The Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
