Glenn Proctor, MHA

Glenn Proctor is drawn to the daily challenges that each IVF case presents; and ultimately the reward of seeing patients achieve their dream of building their family. “A lot of people take the ability to have a child for granted. It’s super rewarding and makes me feel really good after putting in long hours in the lab over consecutive days to have all that arduous work pay off; a parent’s dream has been realized and it will last a lifetime.”

Glenn grew up in a small town in rural South Carolina. As a child, he loved being out in wildlife and often thought that he would grow to be a wildlife biologist. “There were a lot of lakes around where I grew up. I was always jealous of the Game Warden that could just drive around in a boat all day – it seemed like a great job!”

Education

The passion for biology remained within Glenn and pushed him through his collegiate years, having earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Lander University in Greenwood, South Carolina. However, rather than pursing wildlife, Glenn decided that a career in healthcare better suited his future, and he went on to receive his master’s degree in Health Administration from the Medical University of South Carolina. Staying local to the Greenwood area, Glenn began his career in the Greenwood Genetic Center where began training in genetics eventually leading to the unique field of embryology. “Embryology is similar to a career in wildlife if you think about it, I’m still watching nature and it’s fulfilling to be on the cutting edge of science,” added Glenn.

“A career in embryology is unique. There are basically no days off, you must keep the lab staffed daily – you can’t just close for a few days. We do what we do because we think it’s fascinating, and we love it, but it’s highly demanding. Lots of long hours for days straight but we do it with a smile and a sense of eagerness because there’s life brewing and you have to be there to keep an eye on it,” stated Glenn.

Glenn relocated to the Denver area back in 2010 and instantly fell in love with the region and his choice to join the team at Conceptions. “The team at Conceptions is more like a family than a group of coworkers. We’re more like brothers and sisters because of the amount of time we spend with one another in the proximity of the lab. We know about each other’s families and what’s going on in each other’s lives. That kind of care for one another translates into the care we extend to each patient that we treat in the lab,” stated Glenn.

Life in the Lab

“What’s forgotten in the world of embryology is that the element of human talent is just as important as being a smart, intelligent scientist. The group at Conceptions is super knowledgeable but also just as naturally talented. Our outcomes are a result of that talent. Really good embryologists know that no case is the same, it’s not plug-n-play. You have to cultivate your knowledge based on the individual experience and each individual case rather than following a straight protocol. This is where we excel as true scientists.”

When not in the lab, Glenn enjoys as much time as he can in the outdoors. “Where else could I possibly live and be within one hour from the best skiing in the world! I’m an avid hunter, fisherman, camper, and skier so Colorado is the perfect playground for my family and me. Plus, the sports and concert scene are pretty great too!”

We always try to be on the forefront of new procedures or technologies as they are developed. If we can use the technology to increase the patient’s pregnancy rate by even one percent, we’re going to utilize it. For many patients, this is their only shot so that one percent is meaningful. We put our best foot forward everyday and do the best possible job to help these hopeful parents achieve their dream of parenthood.

Glenn has had the privilege of working with world-renowned embryologists throughout his career, which has enhanced his skills and knowledge in the field. Glenn has been with Conceptions since 2010 where he serves as the Chief Operating Officer is an owner in the company.