Get to know our expert team of eight fertility physicians by watching their bio videos and reading more about them.
January 5th, 2023 | 16 min. read
Dr. Shaun Williams
Shaun C. Williams, MD is a Partner in Reproductive Endocrinology at Illume Fertility, board-certified in both Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.
Dr. Williams earned his undergraduate degree from University of Texas at Austin and went on to study medicine at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, where he was part of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He conducted his internship and residency at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, then completed a residency at Parkland Hospital, one of the busiest maternity wards in the country.
He joined the Illume Fertility physician team in 2006.
“I view my role as a physician as more than just a source of medical advice and care. Communicating my knowledge in an understandable way to provide confidence in the choices that are made is as important to me as the data is used to shape our recommendations." - Dr. Williams
Education & Honors
- University of Texas at Austin, BS
- Baylor College of Medicine, MD
- The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Residency Program, OB/GYN
- The Jones Institute for Reproductive Medicine, Fellowship REI
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor & Most Compassionate Doctor, NY Metro, Fairfield County
- Berlex Resident Teaching Award
- Best Doctors in America
- Vitals Patients' Choice Award
Professional Affiliations
- Assistant Professor of OB/GYN, Netter School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University, North Haven, CT
- Fellow, American College of Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Member, American Society for Reproductive Medicine
- Member, Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
Visit Dr. Williams' full bio page to read patient testimonials and learn more.
Dr. Ilana Ressler
Ilana B. Ressler, MD is a Partner in Reproductive Endocrinology at Illume Fertility, board-certified in both Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.
Beginning her education at Duke University, Dr. Ressler earned her BS in Psychology. She then received her medical degree at Case Western Reserve University and completed her residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago. In 2013, she completed a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the University of Cincinnati. She joined the team at Illume Fertility in 2017.
"My goal when working with patients is that they feel they're being heard - that they have a voice in everything that we're doing. I really value what their feedback is." - Dr. Ressler
Did you know? Dr. Ressler can often be found at our newest location in Harrison, NY, where she (alongside Dr. Meyer and Dr. Kucherov) leads Illume's only Westchester County office.
Education & Honors
- Duke University, BS
- Case Western Reserve University, MF
- University of Illinois at Chicago Residency Program, OB/GYN
- Professional Dedication to Residency Award
- Excellence in Gynecologic Care Award
- Fertility & Sterility Star Reviewer Award, American Society for Reproductive Medicine
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Professional Affiliations
- Serves as Medical Advisor for Yesh Tikva
- Fellow, American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Member, American Society for Reproductive Medicine
- Member, Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
Visit Dr. Ressler's full bio page to read patient testimonials and learn more.
Dr. Laura Meyer
Laura J. Meyer, MD is double board certified in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility and Obstetrics and Gynecology. After graduating from the NYU School of Medicine, she completed both her residency and fellowship at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center.
Prior to joining Illume Fertility in 2020, she was an Assistant Professor at the NYU School of Medicine, practicing in Westchester and Fairfield counties.
"I love hearing updates from families when their babies are born and as their children grow. It is an honor to be a part of each family’s story." - Dr. Meyer
Did you know? Dr. Meyer can often be found at our newest location in Harrison, NY, where she (alongside Dr. Ressler and Dr. Kucherov) leads Illume's only Westchester County office.
Education and Honors
- Duke University, BS
- New York University School of Medicine, MD
- Administrative Chief Resident, New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology
- New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center Fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
- Distinguished Housestaff Award, Cornell Alumni Council
- Outstanding Laparoendoscopic Resident, Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgery
- NYU School of Medicine Solomon and Dora Shapiro award for “excellence in scholarship, personality, and character”
Professional Affiliations
- Fellow, American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Member, American Society for Reproductive Medicine
- Member, Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
Visit Dr. Meyer's full bio page to read patient testimonials and learn more.
Dr. Alexander Kucherov
Alexander M. Kucherov, MD is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology, and fellowship-trained in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. He joined the physician team at Illume Fertility in 2021.
Dr. Kucherov graduated from the University of Rochester with a BA in Political Science prior to attending the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. From there, with the Distinction in Research honor under his belt, he completed his residency and fellowship at Montefiore Medical Center and performed specific research on recurrent pregnancy loss, male factor infertility, and improved birth outcomes with preimplantation genetic testing (PGT).
“When I get to send fertility patients back to their primary OB/GYN providers after they have successfully conceived, it is a truly joyous moment for my patients and brings me tremendous joy as well. It is the culmination of energy, time, effort, and devotion to their goal.” - Dr. Kucherov
Did you know? Dr. Kucherov can often be found at our newest location in Harrison, NY, where he (alongside Dr. Ressler and Dr. Meyer) leads Illume's only Westchester County office.
Education & Honors
- University of Rochester, BA
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine, MD with Distinction in Research
- Residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center
- Fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center
- Board Certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology
Professional Affiliations
- Member, American Society for Reproductive Medicine
- Member, American College of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Visit Dr. Kucherov's full bio page to read patient testimonials and learn more.
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