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Joseph M. Letourneau
( out of 109 reviews )

Joseph M. Letourneau, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Fertility Services: Utah Center for Reproductive Medicine

Salt Lake City
801-581-3834

  • 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.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 109 reviews )

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    Patient Comments

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    March 28, 2025
    UTAH CENTER FOR REPRODUCTIVE MEDICINE

    I recommend Dr. Letourneau 100%. He explained everything very thoroughly, he listened, and answered every question.

    March 14, 2025
    UTAH CENTER FOR REPRODUCTIVE MEDICINE

    My partner and I visited Dr.Letourneau he gave us the treatment plan. That would work best for us and we become pregnant in 2022 had our healthy baby girl in October 2022. & now we are back hoping to become pregnant again and hoping on promoting our daughter to a big sister soon. I totally recommend you to book your appointment to discuss the best treatment plan for you and your partner.

    March 13, 2025
    UTAH CENTER FOR REPRODUCTIVE MEDICINE

    Dr Letourneau is the perfect blend of a Dr with incredible knowledge, expertise and skill, who is also compassionate and helpful. We are very grateful for his excellent care.

    January 18, 2025
    UTAH CENTER FOR REPRODUCTIVE MEDICINE

    Absolutely the best dr I have ever seen. Extremely factual, but compassionate and empathetic. Great dr all around! But especially if you have anxiety. Absolutely amazing!

    January 10, 2025
    UTAH CENTER FOR REPRODUCTIVE MEDICINE

    Dr. Letourneau is very detailed and takes time to explain things so you completely understand. He's a great doctor!

    December 22, 2024
    Utah Center for Reproductive Medicine

    Excellent doctor, explains everything very well before the process [TRANSLATED]

    November 20, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Can you pull over the review I just wrote on the last page? Dr. L. is amazing!

    November 06, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr. Letourneau is well worth the wait. He spent plenty of time reviewing options and information with us. He answered all of our questions and we left the visit with a plan. I felt very comfortable with his care.

    October 20, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    El doctor Letourneau es muy atento, explica muy bien el procedimiento, excelente.

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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 and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Obstetrics & Gynecology -Assistant Professor (Clinical)
    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
    Residency 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
    Professional Medical Medicine - University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine M.D.
    Undergraduate Biology - University of Michigan, Ann Arbor B.S.

  • News & Podcasts

    News

    Huntsman Cancer Institute News

    Podcasts