Dr. Anastasia Smirnova

Obstetrician-gynecologist and Fertility Specialist

     

Professional Philosophy

I believe that every patient deserves more than a treatment plan - they deserve to be heard, understood, and supported. This approach has shaped my practice: a 68% pregnancy rate in IVF treatments and a 75% rate of returning patients who trust me with their next step. These numbers are not just statistics; they are a reflection of the relationships we build and the results we achieve together, often in a shorter time than patients expect.

There is a quiet kind of joy that comes from handing a newborn to parents who have waited years for that moment. Over the course of my career, I have had the privilege of being part of approximately 3,000 such moments - 3,000 families who found their way to parenthood.

For me, reproductive medicine has never been just a specialty. It is a calling that combines the precision of science with the depth of human empathy. My patients often tell me that what they value most is not only the results we achieve, but the way we get there - with compassion, honest feedback, and a genuine commitment to their journey.

The O.L.G.A. Fertility Clinic

Joining OLGA Fertility Clinic feels like finding a place where my professional values and personal beliefs align perfectly. Here, I have found a team that understands fertility medicine is not just about protocols, but about walking beside someone through a deeply personal journey.

What I treasure most about OLGA is the quiet conviction that runs through everything we do: every patient is a whole universe, not a diagnosis. Before we review charts or discuss numbers, we listen.
We make space for questions, for fears, for silence when words are not yet ready. I have always believed that healing begins the moment a person feels truly seen - and at OLGA, that is not a slogan. It is simply how we work.
At OLGA, I have found more than a workplace. I have found a community that believes medicine should be as thoughtful as it is skilled, and as warm as it is precise. It is a privilege to grow here - as a doctor, as a colleague, and as a person.

My education and further professional training

Stavropol State Medical Academy — Stavropol, Russia
MD, Medicine | Sep 2000 – Jun 2006

First Moscow State Medical University named after I.M. Sechenov — Moscow, Russia
Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology | Sep 2006 – Aug 2008

First Moscow State Medical University named after I.M. Sechenov — Moscow, Russia
Sub-specialty in Reproductive Medicine | Sep 2009

First Moscow State Medical University named after I.M. Sechenov — Moscow, Russia
Sub-specialty in Ultrasound | Jan 2016 – Apr 2016

Professional Experience

Central Clinical Hospital — Moscow, Russia
Reproductive Medicine Doctor | Sep 2008 – Feb 2010

State Perinatal Center — Moscow, Russia
Reproductive Medicine Doctor | Feb 2010 – Oct 2011

Mother and Child Clinic — Moscow, Russia
Reproductive Medicine Doctor | Oct 2011 – Nov 2014

Lechebnyi Center Medical Center — Moscow, Russia
Chief Reproductive Medicine Doctor | Nov 2014 – Dec 2022

  • Established and managed a new IVF department - from hiring the team and sourcing equipment to developing medical documentation and statistical systems
  • Delivered lectures on IVF for gynecologists in outpatient departments
  • Managed 20–30 IVF cycles per month, working with patients, donors, and surrogates
  • Performed oocyte retrievals and embryo transfers

Fomin Clinic — Evidence-Based Clinic, Moscow, Russia
Chief of Reproductive Medicine Department | Jun 2020 – Dec 2022

  • Led the IVF department, managing 20–30 cycles per month
  • Treated patients with diverse causes of infertility, including complex cases of anovulation
  • Directed the state-funded IVF program for couples facing infertility
  • Performed oocyte retrievals and embryo transfers
  • Coordinated treatment with oocyte donors and surrogate mothers

O.L.G.A. Fertility Clinic from 2026 till now
Obstetrician-Gynecologist and Fertility Specialist.
Relocated to Cyprus to support international patients through collaboration with local doctors.

My Personal Interests

I am, in equal measure, an introvert and a listener – I value quiet moments and meaningful conversations.
When I need to reset, I head out on a hike.
Nature and the rhythm of the road have a way of putting everything back into perspective.

I am not a sports enthusiast, but I run regularly. For me, running is both useful and never boring – the scenery changes at exactly the pace at which you move.

Recently, I discovered a new passion: houseplants. I am learning to grow and care for them, and there is a simple, quiet joy in watching something thrive under your attention.

 
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Media & Press

Quotes from the article
Expressen, Sweden | 26 April 2026 | Text: Thérèse Bilby | Photo: Olle Sporrong | Translation: Anna Svarinskaya

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Upcoming Fertility Events

Egg donation from moral, ethical and psychological perspectives

Use O.L.G.A. Fertility 20 years’ experience to find out more about egg/double donation and to make wise informed decisions about your future

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Fertility Seminar in Stockholm

7A Strandvägen, Strandvägen 7

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Fertility Seminar in Copenhagen

Scandic Spectrum, 
Kalvebod Brygge 10

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Fertility Seminar in Oslo

Litteraturhuset, 
Wergelandsveien 29

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Success Stories

After 10 IVF attempts across Sweden and Germany, Johanna, 40 and Michael arrived at OLGA Clinic with only one biochemical pregnancy to show for years of heartbreak. With low AMH (0.5 mcg/l) and several medical challenges, they felt hopeless — until personalized treatment changed everything, leading to a pregnancy in their very first attempt at OLGA Clinic.

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Within 3 IVF cycles in Sweden Phoebe and Aaron had only one fertilized egg. The couple came to OLGA Clinic when Phoebe was 39 and her AMH was 0,7 mcg/l. Within 3 IVF cycles with their own eggs and sperm at OLGA Clinic we obtained 16 mature eggs, 6 blastocysts and a baby.

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When Vanessa first came to OLGA Clinic in 2019 she was 39 — a healthy, determined solo mother dreaming of one more child...

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Infertility Blog

Psychological tools to support you on your fertility journey and help you navigate through fertility challenges.

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Dr. Olga's Patients' Gathering in Stockholm

Dr. Olga's Patients' Gathering in Stockholm

August 2017


Dr. Olga's Patients' Gathering in Oslo

Dr. Olga's Patients' Gathering in Oslo

September 2017