A Florida couple has initiated legal proceedings against a prominent fertility clinic after genetic testing confirmed their daughter, conceived through in vitro fertilization (IVF), shares no biological connection with either parent. The case, filed in Palm Beach County Circuit Court, names IVF, Inc., operating as the Fertility Center of Orlando, and medical director Dr. Milton McNichol as defendants.
According to court documents, John and Jane Doe underwent fertility treatment at the clinic where three embryos were created using their own genetic material. In March 2025, one embryo was successfully implanted in Jane Doe, resulting in a full-term pregnancy and the birth of their daughter on December 11, 2025.
The situation came to light when the newborn displayed physical characteristics inconsistent with her Caucasian parents’ ethnicity. Subsequent DNA analysis revealed the shocking truth: the child was not their biological offspring, indicating a catastrophic laboratory error during the IVF process.
The lawsuit demands comprehensive corrective measures, including immediate notification of all patients with embryos stored prior to the Does’ implantation procedure. The couple further seeks court-ordered genetic testing at the clinic’s expense for all patients and children born from the clinic’s services over the past five years, plus full disclosure of any discovered parentage discrepancies.
This case highlights critical concerns regarding oversight and protocol adherence within the rapidly expanding fertility industry, potentially affecting numerous families who trusted the clinic with their genetic material.