View CV Dr. Sujatha Gunnala is a Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility specialist, providing fertility services to infertile couples. Dr. Gunnala founded Southwest Fertility Center in 1980 following post-graduate training at two of America’s most distinguished centers for Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. She attended the Medical College of Pennsylvania and later Albert Einstein […]

View CV Dr. Vinay Gunnala’s published works Dr. Vinay Gunnala was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. He received his undergraduate degree in Mammalian Physiology and Neuroscience at University of California, San Diego and his medical degree from the University of Arizona, College of Medicine in Tucson. Following this, he went on to complete his […]

View CV Shelley is a valued member of the Southwest Fertility Center team, and is one of three providers at Southwest Fertility Center. Shelley has practiced at SWFC for over 10 years. Hailing from Chicago with a BS in Nursing from DePaul University and a MS in Nursing from the University of Illinois, she has […]

Charles has worked in the field of Reproductive Medicine for more than 25 years. He completed undergraduate studies in Clinical Laboratory Sciences at the University of Utah and Westminster College and earned his Master’s Degree in Embryology from Danube University in Austria. Charles is a Board Certified Embryology Laboratory Director and holds Board Certifications as […]

Lana is a beloved nurse at Southwest Fertility, serving patients for over 30 years. She is certified in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Nursing. As the IVF nurse coordinator, Lana guides and counsels patients with a caring and sensitive approach. She discusses treatment plans while explaining each step in great detail while also making herself accessible […]

Agatha brings over 20 years of extensive nursing experience working for leading fertility centers in New York, Florida and Arizona.  SWFC is happy to have her as our Donor Coordinator.  She is proficient with the FDA protocols for donor tissue. Whether counseling a new couple through the early stages of their treatment or monitoring an […]

Yvonne has been part of the Southwest Fertility Center family for over 14 years. Her warm approach and kind heart is an important part of the Southwest Team. But most importantly, her technical knowledge and mental memorization is beyond reproach. She is often referred to as “Dr. Gunnala’s right hand woman”. Yvonne is fluent in […]

With a limited medical background, Vanessa initially joined our practice as a medical assistant intern. She quickly learned the intricate details of our practice and was eventually hired full-time in December of 2016. Vanessa is open to new experiences, brings an array of people skills, a desire to help others, and is extremely organized. Vanessa […]

Although Fran has been a part of the Southwest Fertility Center family for over 18 years, she has known the Gunnala family for more than 37, which was in the preconception era of Dr. Vinay Gunnala. As the front office receptionist, she strives to help patients feel at ease from the moment they arrive until […]

Karla has worked in women’s healthcare for over 16 years. She understands the frustrating industry of healthcare insurance. She treats every case equally and ensures that every patient qualifies for the coverage that they have earned and deserved. Karla is truly a dedicated employee. She values the family culture of Southwest Fertility Center, which allows […]