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David I. Hoffman, M.D.
Board-certified
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
David I. Hoffman, M.D., is a board-certified Reproductive Endocrinologist with more than 40 years of experience helping patients navigate family-building care. He joined IVF FLORIDA in 1989 and brings a deep commitment to advancing reproductive medicine through both patient care and national leadership. Dr. Hoffman provides care at the Margate location, where he works closely with individuals and couples to develop personalized treatment plans grounded in clinical expertise and compassion.
Dr. Hoffman completed his OB/GYN residency and fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology at the University of Southern California. Prior to relocating to South Florida, he held academic and leadership positions at Northwestern University, including Director of the IVF Program at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Section Head of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. He currently serves as a Voluntary Associate Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.
Dr. Hoffman is widely published, with more than 65 abstracts, articles, and book chapters. He has held leadership roles in multiple professional societies, including serving as President of the Society of Assisted Reproductive Technologists. His clinical interests include IVF, embryo transfer, endoscopic surgery, recurrent miscarriage, and endometriosis.
Dr. Hoffman is committed to delivering care that is grounded in evidence, shaped by experience, and centered on the individual needs of each patient.
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Education
Undergraduate: Trinity College, Hartford, Connecticut
Medical School: Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Residency: Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Southern California
Fellowship: Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, University of Southern California
Memberships and Positions
American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists
American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) Public Affairs Committee
Society of Reproductive Surgeons
Society of Assisted Reproductive Technologists President 2000-2001
Southeastern Reproductive Medicine Association Founding member
The International Society for Advancement of Humanistic Studies in Medicine Board of Directors
Fort Lauderdale OB/GYN Society President 1994-1996
Florida Society of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
Florida Obstetrics and Gynecologic Society
RESOLVE
Honors
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
Emmanuel Weisburger Prize in Internal Medicine (1979)
Temple University
Outstanding Poster Presentation
43rd Annual Meeting of the American Fertility Society (1987)
Reno, Nevada
Outstanding Oral Presentation
46th Annual Meeting of the American Fertility Society (1990)
Washington, D.C.
Distinguished Service Award
American Society of Reproductive Medicine (2006)
Hospital Affiliations
Northwest Medical Center
Memorial Health System
Select Publications
Gocial B, Keye WR, Fein SH, Nardi RV, et al. Subcutaneously administered Repronex® in female patients undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) is as effective and well-tolerated as intramuscular menotropin treatment. Fertil Steril 74(1):73-79, 2000
Anderson DJ, Davis OK, Fritz MA, Hoffman DI, et al. 2002 Guidelines for gamete and embryo donation. Fertil Steril 2002 77(6): Supplement 5.
Hoffman DI. Should we consider twins a success in OI or ART? Contemporary OB/GYN 2002 47(9):44 Hoffman DI, Zellman GL, Fair, CC, Mayer JF et al. Cryopreserved embryos in the United States and their availability for research. Fertil Steril 79(5):1063-69, 2003
Weimer KE, Morgan K, Maxson WAS, Hoffman DI, Godke R. Applications and use of co-culture methodologies in assisted reproduction. Proc. VIII World Congress on IVF and Alternative Assisted Reproduction. Kyoto, Japan, September 12-15, 1993
Hu YX, Hoffman DI, Maxson WS. Clinical application of non-selective assisted hatching. Presented at the 11th Annual Meeting of the European Society for Human Reproduction and Embryology, Hamburg, Germany, June 1995 Recombinant FSH therapy alone (Gonal-F) versus combination therapy (Gonal-F + LHADI, r-hLH) in patients down regulated with low-dose luteal GnRH agonist protocol: Preliminary results. Presented at the 11th World Congress on IVF and Human Reproductive Genetics, Sydney, Australia, May, 1998.
Weathersbee P, Kelly E, Nebiolo L, et al: Open, multi-center prospective randomized study comparing r-hFSH therapy alone versus combination therapy (r-hFSH + r-hLH) in patients pituitary desensitizes with low-dose luteal GnRH agonist protocol: preliminary results. Presented at ESHRE meeting, Tours, France, 1999.
Q&A with David I. Hoffman, M.D.
What about IVF FLORIDA makes you the proudest?
I work with a fantastic team that inspires me every day to continue to provide great care.
Describe a time you were inspired by a patient.
I am inspired everyday by couples who continue treatment despite the odds and conceive. My biggest reward is meeting their child!
What is your approach to helping patients who are struggling?
Taking time to explain the process, potential treatments and limitations while being both realistic and empathetic.
What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?
Swim, travel, cook and spend time with family and friends.