SGF Atlanta has announced that Dr. Desireé McCarthy-Keith, who sees patients in the Alpharetta and Atlanta-Northside offices, has been named Medical Director for the region. This distinction is based on Dr. McCarthy-Keith’s leadership, commitment, and dedication to the practice and the local Atlanta community in helping patients overcome infertility. In this role, Dr. McCarthy-Keith will provide clinical leadership, oversee quality assurance, and support efforts to maintain the Atlanta practice’s IVF Center of Excellence status in reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI).

“I am honored to have earned this distinction and am humbled by the trust that my patients place in me, as we work together to help make their dream of a family a reality. I feel privileged to be a part of a practice that strives for continuous innovation while always standing behind their promise of doing what is best for the patient,” says McCarthy-Keith.

As a leader in the field of infertility, Dr. McCarthy-Keith’s medical expertise and reputation have garnered her significant press coverage by some of the top media outlets and publications. In recent months, she was featured in Oprah Magazine and Women’s Health discussing how infertility impacts African-American women and the perception of infertility among the African-American community. She was also featured in NPR’s morning news radio program, “The Takeaway” to discuss Michelle Obama’s new memoir and her 2018 announcement about her own struggle with infertility.

Dr. McCarthy-Keith’s professional career embodies her commitment to quality patient care. In 2018, she was named a Top Doc for Infertility by Atlanta Magazine, a distinction voted by physician peers in various fields of medicine and compiled by Castle Connelly Medical Ltd, which guides consumers to America’s top doctors and top hospitals. Castle Connolly’s physician-led team of researchers follows a rigorous screening process to select top doctors on both the national and regional levels. Careful screening of doctors’ educational and professional experience is essential before final selection is made among those physicians most highly regarded by their peers.

McCarthy-Keith is also a recipient of Best Fertility Specialist in Atlanta by Kudzu, Black Health Magazine’s Most Influential African-American Doctors, Who’s Who in Black Atlanta (2011, 2012, 2014-2018), and Mom-Approved Fertility Specialist in Atlanta Parent Magazine.

SGF Atlanta, home to Dr. McCarthy-Keith and fellow physicians, Drs. Monica BestAnne NamnoumMark Perloe, and Natalie Stentz has also earned numerous accolades in the region including Best Reproductive Endocrinology Practice by Kudzu—a distinction earned through a voting process by members of the surrounding Atlanta community.

“This is an exciting time in Atlanta as we designate Dr. McCarthy-Keith as Medical Director for the SGF Atlanta region. She has continued to demonstrate impressive leadership among the practice and in the Atlanta community and embodies all of the necessary traits that not only make her an extraordinary leader, but a highly-respected physician and someone patients can trust,” says Mark Segal, Chief Executive Officer of Shady Grove Fertility.

What Patients Are Saying about Dr. Desireé McCarthy-Keith

“Dr. McCarthy-Keith is by far the best Reproductive Endocrinologist! She has excellent bedside manner and she makes time for her patients! Her staff is professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. Thank you, Dr. MK, for helping us conceive our IVF miracle baby!”

“I don’t think there are enough words in the dictionary to describe how awesome Dr. McCarthy-Keith and her staff is. They make you feel so comfortable and like family. You’ll miss them when your gone, I know I do. The nurses Rita, Lisa, and Susie were there to help immediately with every question we had, no matter when we called or emailed them. By far one of the best decisions in my life!!!”

“Dr. MK is an excellent physician. She has extensive knowledge and displays genuine concern for patients. She took the time to carefully explain the pros and cons of different treatment options and worked with us to develop the treatment plan that was best suited for our circumstances. I have recommended her to several persons without any reservations.”

“I was a patient of Dr. MK for about 3 years. We developed a plan and worked hard towards it. She never gave up hope and was more than just a doctor the entire time spent with the facility. Dr. MK continued to follow my progress after my successful FET and release from her office. She is amazing, trustworthy, and the answer to so many prayers. She certainly answered mine! I highly recommend her!”

“Dr. McCarthy-Keith is the best! She was extremely personable and professional. Our experience was positive and successful after the first cycle 🙂 I would recommend Dr. McCarthy-Keith to anyone trying to start a family.”

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Desireé McCarthy-Keith or another SGF physician, please contact the SGF New Patient Center at 1-877-971-7755 or complete this brief online form.