Board-Certified Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr. Cecil A. Long is the co-founder of Alabama Center for Reproductive Medicine (ACRM) in Birmingham, AL. He provides infertility services such as in vitro fertilization (IVF), intrauterine insemination (IUI), testicular sperm aspiration (TESA), intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), fertility diagnostic testing, and egg donation.
DR. CECIL A. LONG IS A BOARD-CERTIFIED REPRODUCTIVE ENDOCRINOLOGIST WITH DECADES OF EXPERIENCE IN TREATING INFERTILITY ISSUES IN BIRMINGHAM, AL.
Dr. Long was the medical director of ART Fertility Program of Alabama until August of 1995. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Subspecialty Board of Reproductive Endocrinology/Infertility. Dr. Long served as an assistant professor in the Division of Reproductive Endocrinology at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS from 1990 – 1995. There, he provided infertility diagnosis and treatment for patients while also directing research in the area of embryo implantation and infertility associated with endometriosis. Dr. Long has published multiple articles and textbook chapters on reproductive disorders and served as ad hoc editor for fertility and sterility. Dr. Long will continue to provide individualized care, education, and compassionate support to his infertility patients from diagnosis through treatment at ACRM.
SKILLS & SPECIALTIES
In 1996, Dr. Long trained at the London Gynecology and Fertility Centre to learn the techniques of testicular sperm aspiration (TESA), which is a procedure used for male factor infertility. TESA is a nonsurgical, office-based procedure that aspirates a patient’s semen when there is a blockage or obstruction of the vas deferens. The TESA technique and in vitro fertilization have helped many couples achieve a pregnancy throughout his career. He is also highly skilled in ovulation induction, third-party reproduction with donor egg/sperm, intrauterine insemination (IUI), intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), and pre-implantation genetic diagnosis (PGD). Dr. Long has medical privileges at Brookwood Medical Center, St. Vincent’s Birmingham, and the Grandview Medical Center. Additionally, Dr. Long specializes in reproductive surgical procedures.
EDUCATION
Originally from Louisiana, Dr. Long received his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in 1984. He was selected for a residency at the University of Arkansas for Medical Science in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in 1988. In 1990, he completed his fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO. This provided Dr. Long with extensive training in video laser endoscopy, microsurgery, and advanced reproductive techniques.
AWARDS & HONORS
- Phi Beta Kappa, B.S., Magna Cum Laude, Northeast Louisiana University
- Outstanding Resident in Gynecologic Endoscopy, American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists
- Ad Hoc Editor, American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Ad Hoc Editor, Fertility and Sterility
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- Alabama Medical Association
- American Society for Reproductive Medicine
- American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
- American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists
- Mississipi State Medical Association
- Central Medical Society of Mississippi
- Society of Reproductive Endocrinologists
- Society for the Study of Reproduction
- Central Association of Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Mid-South ART Providers Society
Dr. Long is sensitive to a couple’s emotional needs when it comes to infertility. He has first-hand experience with infertility and reproductive medicine. He and wife Debora had their daughter, Lucy, as a result of IVF and ICSI at the ART Fertility Program. Alongside his team at ACRM, he will provide you with the support and care needed from day one. He has dedicated his career for 30+ years to helping men and women with their infertility issues.
Contact Info:
BIRMINGHAM LOCATION
2006 BROOKWOOD MEDICAL CENTER
SUITE 302
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209
205-315-6951
info@ivfalabama.com