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Joseph M. Letourneau
( out of 58 reviews )

Joseph M. Letourneau, MD

Languages spoken: English

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  • As a fertility / infertility specialist, my clinical interests include: infertility, family building after a cancer diagnosis, egg and embryo freezing, IVF, in vitro fertilization, fertility preservation, egg/oocyte freezing, reproductive endocrine disorders, and recurrent pregnancy loss. My research focuses on the effects of chemotherapy exposure on ovarian function, uterine function, and pregnancy outcomes. I am currently the Co-Director of the University of Utah Onco-fertility Program. I received my bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan and earned my medical degree at University of California, San Francisco’s (UCSF) School of Medicine. In medical school, I became interested in fertility preservation for patients diagnosed with cancer. After medical school, I completed Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at UCSF.

    My own medical journey informs my care of patients with infertility. Most of us take our ability to eat for granted, and most of us love to talk about food – these are social norms. When I was in my mid-twenties, I lost my ability to swallow food, as an autoimmune disease paralyzed my esophagus. Something I did not expect happened to me: the less I could eat, the more I heard people talk about food, the more isolated I felt. A surgery eventually helped to restore the function of my esophagus. Not only did the surgery restore my ability to eat, but my doctors helped me find a renewed sense of normalcy and happiness. From what I have observed, the infertility journey can be a similar struggle. Many people may take becoming pregnant for granted, and many people love to talk about their kids – these are also social norms. Unfortunately, social norms like this are not very sensitive to the difficulties of struggling to conceive. I look forward to helping patients build their families and to helping them process feelings, both expected and unexpected, that may arise along the path to parenthood.

    Board Certification

    American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology

    Patient Rating

    5.0 /5
    ( out of 58 reviews )

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    Patient Comments

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    August 18, 2023
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    He's the best! He remembered me, and he's been very active in getting our treatments going.

    August 11, 2023
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr. Letourneau was incredible. He was professional and wise and very good at explaining the procedure in terms I could easily understand.

    August 04, 2023
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Does an excellent job, takes the time with you explain everything. He is also very caring.

    July 31, 2023
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Excelente muy amable y con mucha atencin y paciencia hacia el paciente. Bendiciones Doctor. M, L. y a la enfermeras.

    May 19, 2023
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr Letourneau is very knowledgeable and respectful. We could not be any happier with his help!

    May 11, 2023
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    He was fantastic, took an extraordinary amount of time to explain everything and make sure we fully understand

    May 08, 2023
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr Letourneau was very helpful explaining things and making me feel comfortable. Also helped with some decisions

    March 24, 2023
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr Letourneau was amazing, he made us feel like individuals rather than just another patient. He was very knowledgeable and made it easy for us to understand the processes we need to take in the near future. Was very personable. Gave us opportunities to ask all of our questions and he addressed each of them. I look forward to working with him for my care.

    March 19, 2023
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr Letourneau is a great doctor. He is very willing to listen to my ideas about what I want my treatment plan to look like and I always leave my appointment feeling confident in our plan moving forward.

  • As a fertility / infertility specialist, my clinical interests include: infertility, family building after a cancer diagnosis, egg and embryo freezing, IVF, in vitro fertilization, fertility preservation, egg/oocyte freezing, reproductive endocrine disorders, and recurrent pregnancy loss. My research focuses on the effects of chemotherapy exposure on ovarian function, uterine function, and pregnancy outcomes. I am currently the Co-Director of the University of Utah Onco-fertility Program. I received my bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan and earned my medical degree at University of California, San Francisco’s (UCSF) School of Medicine. In medical school, I became interested in fertility preservation for patients diagnosed with cancer. After medical school, I completed Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at UCSF.

    My own medical journey informs my care of patients with infertility. Most of us take our ability to eat for granted, and most of us love to talk about food – these are social norms. When I was in my mid-twenties, I lost my ability to swallow food, as an autoimmune disease paralyzed my esophagus. Something I did not expect happened to me: the less I could eat, the more I heard people talk about food, the more isolated I felt. A surgery eventually helped to restore the function of my esophagus. Not only did the surgery restore my ability to eat, but my doctors helped me find a renewed sense of normalcy and happiness. From what I have observed, the infertility journey can be a similar struggle. Many people may take becoming pregnant for granted, and many people love to talk about their kids – these are also social norms. Unfortunately, social norms like this are not very sensitive to the difficulties of struggling to conceive. I look forward to helping patients build their families and to helping them process feelings, both expected and unexpected, that may arise along the path to parenthood.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Obstetrics & Gynecology -Primary
    Academic Divisions Reproductive Endrocrinology
    Board Certification
    American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology

    Education history

    Fellowship Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility - University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine Clinical Fellow
    Obstetrics and Gynecology - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Resident
    Certification Clinical and Translational Research Area of Concentration - University of California, San Francisco Certificate
    Medicine - University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine M.D.
    Undergraduate Biology - University of Michigan, Ann Arbor B.S.