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Surrogacy Houston: A Compassionate and Cost-Effective Alternative with Dr. Mario Vega at Panama Fertility

Surrogacy

Surrogacy Houston: A Compassionate and Cost-Effective Alternative with Dr. Mario Vega at Panama Fertility

For many hopeful parents in Houston, surrogacy offers a pathway to parenthood when traditional fertility treatments are not possible. Whether due to medical reasons, same-sex parenting, or recurrent IVF failure, gestational surrogacy allows intended parents to build their families with the help of a trusted third party.

But in the U.S., and particularly in Texas, surrogacy can come with high costs, complex legal frameworks, and long waiting periods. That’s why more patients are turning to Panama Fertility, where Dr. Mario Vega leads one of the region’s most respected and ethical international surrogacy programs.

What Is Gestational Surrogacy?

In gestational surrogacy, an embryo created through IVF — using the eggs and sperm of the intended parents or donors — is transferred into the uterus of a gestational carrier. The carrier has no genetic link to the child, and her role is to carry the pregnancy to term on behalf of the intended parent(s).

Surrogacy is often the best (or only) option for:

  • Women with medical conditions that make pregnancy unsafe

  • Intended mothers who have undergone hysterectomy

  • Patients with repeated IVF failure or recurrent miscarriage

  • Same-sex male couples

Single men who wish to have a biological child

Challenges of Surrogacy in Houston

While surrogacy is legal in Texas, many intended parents face several barriers:

  • Extremely high costs: Total surrogacy expenses in Houston often exceed $100,000–$150,000

  • Limited access to qualified gestational carriers

  • Complex coordination between agencies, clinics, and legal teams

  • Emotional and logistical stress from fragmented systems

  • Lengthy wait times, especially for LGBTQ+ families or single parents

At Panama Fertility, we’ve created a comprehensive program that overcomes these barriers — providing a safe, streamlined, and ethical alternative for Houston families.

Why Choose Dr. Mario Vega and Panama Fertility for Surrogacy?

Led by Dr. Mario Vega, our clinic in Panama City offers a surrogacy program that’s both medically advanced and human-centered. With decades of experience and deep compassion for every family-building journey, Dr. Vega provides direct oversight of each case.

✅ Comprehensive Surrogacy Coordination

We manage the entire surrogacy journey in one location: IVF, gestational carrier matching, legal support, prenatal care, and delivery planning.

✅ Medically Screened Gestational Carriers

Our surrogates undergo extensive physical, psychological, and social evaluations to ensure health, safety, and commitment throughout the process.

✅ Lower Total Cost

Surrogacy with Panama Fertility typically ranges from $55,000 to $75,000, including IVF, legal support, surrogate compensation, and medical care — less than half the cost of most Houston-based programs.

✅ U.S.-Friendly Legal Framework

We work with experienced legal professionals to ensure that parentage is properly established. Birth certificates are issued with the intended parents’ names, and all documentation complies with international standards.

✅ English-Speaking Team & Ongoing Communication

From your home in Houston, you’ll have access to a dedicated English-speaking coordinator, and you’ll receive regular updates throughout the pregnancy.

The Surrogacy Process for Houston Patients

We make international surrogacy approachable and structured for families in Houston:

  1. Initial Consultation
    Book a virtual consultation with Dr. Mario Vega to discuss your needs and determine your path forward.

  2. Medical and Legal Review
    We guide you through the IVF protocol, match you with a qualified surrogate, and support you in reviewing and signing all legal agreements.

  3. Embryo Creation and Transfer
    Your IVF cycle is conducted at Panama Fertility, using your own gametes or donor sperm/eggs if needed. Embryos are transferred to your matched surrogate.

  4. Pregnancy Management
    The surrogate receives complete prenatal care under our supervision. You’ll be kept informed with updates and video calls throughout the pregnancy.

  5. Birth and Return to Houston
    We assist with logistics for delivery, legal documents, and U.S. consular support to bring your baby home.

Who Can Benefit from International Surrogacy?

 

Panama Fertility supports all family types:

  • Heterosexual couples facing infertility

  • Same-sex male couples

  • Single fathers

  • Individuals with complex medical histories

  • Patients with failed IVF cycles in Houston

  • Families seeking cost savings and personal care

We believe that family is a universal right, and we are honored to support your dream with dignity and expertise.

 

What Makes Our Surrogacy Program Unique?

  • You work directly with Dr. Mario Vega, not just a coordinator or agency

  • All steps — IVF, embryo transfer, surrogate care — are handled in one place

  • Your financial plan is transparent, with no hidden fees

  • We limit the number of intended parents we work with each year to maintain personalized care and ethical standards

We provide ongoing psychological support for both intended parents and surrogates

Begin Your Surrogacy Journey with Confidence

If you’re considering surrogacy in Houston, but feel overwhelmed by the cost or complexity, there is another way. With Dr. Mario Vega and Panama Fertility, you can move forward with clarity, confidence, and care — knowing you’re in the hands of an experienced team that puts your family first.

Schedule your virtual consultation today and take the first step toward building the family you’ve been dreaming of.

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El Dr. Mario Vega Croker se graduó entre los mejores de su escuela de medicina antes de llegar a Nueva York. Cursa la especialidad de Ginecología y Obstetricia en hospitales afiliados a la Universidad de Columbia y el Mount Sinai Medical School donde fue nombrado Jefe Administrativo de los residentes de Ginecología y Obstetricia. A la vez, es galardonado por sus habilidades quirúrgicas mínimamente invasivas con el “Special Resident in Minimally Invasive Gynecology” del American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL) y con el “Resident Achievement Award” de The Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons (SLS).