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Time-Lapse in Seville

At Viamed Fertility Institute, we understand that the first days of an embryo’s life are the most critical and delicate. Traditionally, in order to assess embryo development, specialists had to remove embryos from the incubator to observe them under the microscope, interrupting their perfect environment for a few moments. Today, thanks to Time-Lapse technology, we have removed that barrier, allowing science to observe life without interrupting it.

From our location at Viamed Hospital Santa Ángela de la Cruz, we offer you these state-of-the-art incubators, which work as a 24/7 open window onto the development of your future children, ensuring that your Life Project begins in the most stable environment possible.

What is Time-Lapse technology and why is it a window to success?

The Time-Lapse system is much more than an advanced incubator; it is a continuous monitoring system. It consists of an integrated high-definition camera that captures images of the embryos every few minutes.

By joining all these images together, our team of professionals obtains a detailed video of the entire embryo development process. The great advantage is absolute stability: the embryos never leave their controlled environment, maintaining constant temperature, humidity and gas levels, accurately imitating what would naturally occur in the maternal uterus.

Intelligent embryo selection: the science of timing

Not all embryos that grow at the same pace have the same implantation potential. Time-Lapse technology provides us with data that the human eye cannot detect during a single observation:

Cell kinetics

We measure with exact precision the moment at which each cell divides. An embryo that follows biological timing rhythmically has a much higher probability of leading to a healthy pregnancy.

Detection of abnormalities

The video allows us to detect unusual divisions or multinucleations that would go unnoticed in traditional culture, enabling us to rule out embryos with a poor prognosis.

Success algorithms

At our centre in Seville, we use this software to prioritise the transfer of the embryo with the greatest biological strength, shortening the time needed to achieve your positive result.

Hospital safety and excellence at Viamed

Choosing Time-Lapse at Viamed Fertility Institute means trusting a highly complex hospital environment. In Seville, the safety of your embryos is supported by:

Viamed Salud protocols

Constant technical monitoring of incubation systems..

Cutting-edge laboratory

A space designed so that light and air conditions are optimal for extended culture up to the blastocyst stage.

Full traceability

Every second of your embryo’s life is recorded and safeguarded by expert hands.

Your baby’s first memory: the video of life

Beyond the undeniable improvement in success rates, Time-Lapse offers an incomparable emotional value.

At the end of the process, you will be able to have the video that summarises the first days of your baby’s development: from the union of the egg and sperm to the moment when the embryo is ready for transfer. It is, without doubt, the first chapter in your family’s story.

FAQs: questions about Time-Lapse in Seville

Yes. By avoiding the stress caused by removing embryos from the incubator, and by allowing us to select the most suitable embryo according to its division rhythm, implantation and ongoing pregnancy rates improve significantly.

Not at all. The system uses extremely low-intensity light and optics specifically designed not to interfere with cellular metabolism. It is much safer than traditional manual observation.

Although it is beneficial for any patient, it is especially recommended in cases of advanced maternal age, previous implantation failure or when several embryos are available and we need to identify the best one with maximum precision.

Do not miss a single minute of their development

Ensure the best environment for your Life Project. Come to Hospital Santa Ángela de la Cruz and discover how Time-Lapse technology and our human commitment can give you the reassurance you need.

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Dr. Pamela Valdivieso Mejía

gynaecologist and specialist in assisted reproduction

  • Specialist in Gynaecology and Obstetrics (MIR programme) at the Virgen de Valme University Hospital.
  • Master's Degree in Human Reproduction from the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos.
  • 11 años de experiencia en reproducción asistida.

Dr. Silvia Valladares Jiménez

Specialist in Endocrinology and Nutrition

  • Specialist in Endocrinology and Nutrition with extensive clinical experience in leading hospitals such as Vall d’Hebron University Hospital and Viamed Santa Ángela de la Cruz Hospital, where she is currently head of department.
  • Her practice focuses on comprehensive patient care, with a particular specialism in reproductive endocrinology, diabetes and endocrine disorders during pregnancy.
  • She has experience in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as type 2 diabetes, obesity, thyroid disorders, acromegaly and gynaecomastia, as well as in the management of complex hormonal and metabolic disorders, particularly in female endocrinology.
  • She is actively involved in clinical research, participating in European projects such as EUROCONDOR and PILCHARDUS, as well as contributing to scientific publications and medical conferences. She combines her clinical work with teaching and continuing clinical education.

Dr. José Vilar

GYNAECOLOGIST

Education and Qualifications

  • Medical Degree from the University of Cádiz.
  • Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Hospital Universitario Puerta del Mar, Cádiz.

Professional Experience

  • Gynaecologist at IVI Málaga (2013–2018).
  • Gynaecologist at Grupo Internacional UR (2020–2025).
  • Gynaecologist at IFV (2026–present).
  • Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the Andalusian Health Service (2019–present).

Qualifications and Awards

  • PhD in Medicine from the University of Cádiz.

Scientific Activity

  • Co-author of several scientific publications in international journals and presentations delivered at national and international conferences.
  • Co-author of several chapters in specialised books on Gynaecology and Assisted Reproduction.

Ángeles Bretón

CLINICAL EMBRYOLOGIST

  • Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology from Pablo de Olavide University
  • Master's degree in Biology and Assisted Human Reproduction Technology from the European University of Madrid.
  • Completion of specialization courses in the assisted reproduction laboratory and workshops on embryo evaluation and selection.
  • Attendance at fertility conferences and seminars on reproductive medicine.

Dr. Carlos Javier Vega Reina

GYNAECOLOGIST

  • Graduated in Medicine from the University of Cádiz.
  • Specialised in Obstetrics and Gynaecology via MIR at the University Hospital of Puerto Real, Cádiz.
  • Master's Degree in Assisted Human Reproduction from the Complutense University of Madrid.

Dr. María Miró

IMMUNOLOGIST

  • Degree in Medicine, University of Cádiz
  • Specialist in Immunology, Reina Sofía University Hospital.
  • Extensive experience in Primary Care Medicine and Hospital Emergency Rooms
  • Reproductive Immunology. Experience in various reproduction centres

Dr. María Eugenia Molina

HEMATOLOGIST

  • Graduate in General Medicine and Surgery. University of Seville.
  • MIR training as a Specialist in Family and Community Medicine. Virgen Macarena University Hospital. Seville.
  • MIR training as a Specialist in Haematology and Haemotherapy. Nuestra Señora de Valme University Hospital. Seville.
  • Specialist in Haematology and Haemotherapy with practice in different health centres in Seville. Consultations on coagulation, myeloproliferative syndromes, red blood cell disorders, chronic and acute lymphoproliferative syndromes;
  • Specialised in disorders associated with recurrent pregnancy loss

Elena Mantrana Bermejo

Gynecologist. Specialist in Reproductive Medicine

  • Degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Seville.
  • Specialty in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Hospital Universitario de Valme, Seville.
  • Master’s Degree in Human Reproduction from the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos.
  • Specialist Physician of the Andalusian Health Service in the South Health Management Area (AGSS) of Seville.
  • Coordinator of the Assisted Human Reproduction Unit of the Hospital Universitario de Valme, Seville.
  • Member of the Human Reproduction Advisory Committee of AGSS of Seville.
  • Member of the working group for the update of the Guide for Assisted Human Reproduction of the Ministry of Health of the Andalusian Regional Government.
  • Tutor of Specialist Doctors in Training of the Teaching Area of the University Hospital of Valme.
  • Clinical Tutor Medical Students University of Seville

Alberto Armijo

Gynecologist. Reproductive Medicine Specialist

  • Degree in Medicine and Surgery from Universidad CEU San Pablo de Madrid.
  • Doctor of Medicine from the University of Seville, graduating with highest honours (cum laude)
  • Specialist in Gynecology and Obstetrics via MIR at the Virgen de Valme University Hospital.
  • Master in Human Reproduction, Universidad Complutense de Madrid.
  • Member of the Standing Committee of the Young Interest Group of the Spanish Fertility Society.
  • Clinical Stay. Division of Ultrasound in Obstetrics. Lis Maternity Hospital (Tel Aviv, Israel)