Reproductive Medicine · IVF · Reproductive Surgery
About Dr Erdal Budak
Specialist in Reproductive Medicine and IVF — Abu Dhabi, UAE
Dr Erdal Budak is a gynaecologist specialising in reproductive medicine and IVF, with more than 28 years of clinical experience.
Dr Erdal received his training in reproductive medicine at the prestigious IVI Valencia, Spain, a leading tertiary fertility center with one of the largest IVF programs in the world. He further expanded his clinical experience as a visiting physician at University College London Hospital (UCLH) and Great Portland Hospital in London, UK.
Dr Erdal is an experienced reproductive surgeon with expertise in laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgery. His surgical training has included working with distinguished mentors including Professor Yucel Karaman, Dr Jaime Ferro and Professor Ertan Saridogan.
Dr Erdal also pursued research in reproductive medicine as a postdoctoral research fellow at the Center for Research on Reproduction and Women’s Health (CRRWH), University of Pennsylvania, USA, under the mentorship of Professor Jerome Strauss III.
Before joining Fakih IVF Center in Abu Dhabi, Dr Erdal was the Medical Director of IVI Istanbul, Centre for Assisted Reproduction, which was affiliated with IVI Spain.
Dr Erdal has been practicing in the United Arab Emirates since 2014 and holds a Department of Health professional license (GD19249). Recently, he has been appointed as Medical Director of First IVF Center in Abu Dhabi, and will be seeing patients there from November 2026. Until then, he will continue to see his patients at Fakih Medical Center, Abu Dhabi. Both centers are part of Blue Ocean Health.
Dr Erdal is married with two daughters. He is fluent in English, Spanish and Turkish, which is his native language.
Clinical focus
Dr Erdal Budak has extensive experience across all aspects of reproductive medicine and fertility treatment, from initial fertility assessment and first-line management to complex IVF care. He also regularly sees patients seeking a second opinion, particularly following unsuccessful or repeatedly unsuccessful fertility treatment.
He has particular clinical interests in the management of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, repeated IVF failure, recurrent miscarriage and poor ovarian reserve. His practice also includes couples with complex fertility problems who may require reassessment of previous investigations, diagnoses or treatment strategies.
His approach is centred on careful assessment, evidence-based medicine and individualised treatment planning, helping each patient or couple understand their diagnosis, previous treatment and the options available for the next stage of their fertility journey. Approachable and compassionate, Dr Budak places great importance on listening to his patients, understanding their concerns and providing supportive, personalised care throughout their fertility journey.
Areas of care
Fertility Assessment
From your first consultation to individualised fertility treatment.
IVF & ICSI, Embryo transfer
Individualised assisted reproduction from ovarian stimulation through embryo transfer.
Complex IVF & Second Opinions
Detailed review and treatment planning following previous unsuccessful fertility treatment.
Reproductive Genetics & PGT
Genetic testing and reproductive genetics to support informed fertility treatment.
Fertility Preservation
Egg, sperm and embryo freezing for future fertility.
Male Infertility
Assessment and treatment of male-factor infertility, including advanced IVF techniques.
Reproductive Surgery
Laparoscopic and hysteroscopic diagnostic and operative assessment and treatment of fertility-related conditions.
Recurrent Miscarriage
Investigation and management of repeated pregnancy loss.
Scientific and academic interests
Dr Erdal maintains an active academic and scientific interest in reproductive medicine.
His continuing scientific interests include reproductive medicine, reproductive genetics, clinical embryology and reproductive surgery. He is also interested in the critical and evidence-based evaluation of add-on treatments in IVF and emerging reproductive technologies, and translating advances into clear, practical information that patients can use when making informed decisions about their fertility care.
Teaching and mentoring
Alongside his clinical practice, Dr Erdal has a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring the next generation of clinicians. Over the course of his career, he has trained and mentored many physicians in reproductive medicine and IVF, hysteroscopy and laparoscopy. He is a faculty member of the Clinical Fellowship Program in Reproductive Medicine at the Fakih Institute for Reproductive Science & Technology, dedicated to training clinicians toward subspecialist expertise in reproductive medicine and IVF. In 2025, Dr Erdal was elected by his colleagues and trainees as ”Faculty of the Year” for his contributions.
He has published numerous scientific articles and book chapters in English, Spanish and Turkish, and has lectured at many local and international scientific meetings, both as an invited speaker and to present his clinical and research work.
Arrange a consultation
Consultations, second opinions and reviews of previous IVF cycles can be arranged in Abu Dhabi. Dr Erdal is also reachable on WhatsApp.