One of the most prestigious universities in the world, Canada’s McGill University, has decided to enter into a strategic partnership with Brno’s Unica, the first institute of reproductive medicine in the Czech Republic, led by Prof. MUDr. Zdeněk Malý, CSc. It was precisely Professor Malý, thanks to his reputation in the field of reproductive medicine both in the Czech Republic and internationally, who made it possible for McGill University to choose Unica from among all European clinics.
“We are very proud that Unica has begun cooperation with the renowned McGill Reproductive Centre, which is part of Montreal’s McGill University. In our work, we constantly strive to provide our patients with the best possible care, especially in terms of the most modern and gentle methods, procedures, and technologies. That is why we sought a global partner who meets the highest standards in reproductive medicine. Cooperation with McGill University will open the door for us to the most advanced technologies and knowledge that exist in the field of reproductive medicine worldwide,” said Prof. MUDr. Zdeněk Malý, CSc.
Professor Malý has worked since 1981 at the First Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics in Brno and was part of Professor Pilka’s team, which in 1982 brought into the world the first “test-tube baby” in the former Czechoslovakia and the then Eastern Bloc. Two other members of this team, Prof. Trávník and Dr. Hanzelka, founded Unica in 1994, the first clinic for reproductive medicine in the Czech Republic. Professor Malý took over its leadership in 2001; before that, he served as head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Brno-Bohunice University Hospital. He has also long cooperated with other European institutions, whose patients come to Unica for treatment.
“McGill is very pleased to share its globally recognized practices, standards, and overall high quality in the field of assisted reproduction with the Unica clinic. Together with Professor Malý, we are convinced that through this partnership we will bring into the world a new generation of healthy children,” said Dr. Hananel Holzer, head of the McGill Reproductive Centre and professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at McGill University. Dr. Holzer and his team rank among the leading physicians in reproductive medicine and are the authors of numerous publications and articles on infertility.
McGill University was founded in 1821 by Montreal merchant and philanthropist James McGill. Today it has 21 faculties and is considered not only the most prestigious Canadian university but also one of the most respected universities in the world.
The strategic alliance between Unica and McGill University includes, in addition to sharing know-how, technology, and the latest findings in reproductive medicine, consultations with leading global specialists, continuous education and training at the highest level, and ensuring the highest professional standards.
“The current situation is that reproductive medicine is often seen as an attractive business. More and more couples have trouble conceiving naturally, which leads to the creation of new facilities that sometimes forget that this is — or should be — first and foremost a scientific discipline. It is amazing how fast this science is advancing; what was impossible just a few years ago is now commonplace,” said Professor Malý. “I am very glad that Unica is run by people who put expertise first and constantly seek better and more body-friendly ways to help couples bring healthy children into the world.”