My wife & I ultimately left this clinic because we lost confidence in the care we were receiving. To be fair, our first consultation was positive. We left feeling hopeful &…My wife & I ultimately left this clinic because we lost confidence in the care we were receiving. To be fair, our first consultation was positive. We left feeling hopeful & optimistic. Looking back, that was the high point of our experience. As treatment progressed, communication became increasingly inconsistent, recommendations changed frequently, and we often received conflicting information from different members of the staff. What frustrated us most was the feeling that nearly every path led to more testing, more procedures, and eventually IVF. We understand IVF is an incredible tool & the right choice for many couples. Our concern was that it often felt like the default recommendation rather than one option among many. One of the earliest examples was when we were told my 32 year old wife's antral follicle count was comparable to that of a woman in her early 40's. We were also told our first daughter was essentially a "Miracle Baby" who beat significant odds. Hearing that was devastating. A second opinion revealed that conclusion was based on an ultrasound performed at a point in her cycle where those numbers were inaccurate & misleading. Several incidents further eroded our trust. Nurses & doctors repeatedly provided conflicting guidance. New tests & procedures were introduced with little explanation. We were asked to pursue expensive out of pocket testing that our new fertility doctor later told us was unnecessary for our situation. The final straw involved multiple conflicting diagnoses. The day before a scheduled procedure we were told my wife had adenomyosis. Before surgery, the doctor told us she did not. After surgery, while waking from anesthesia, we were shown an iPad image and told she instead had endometriosis, but could still proceed with our July IUI Cycle. We later learned this issue was endometritis, leaving us unsure which diagnosis was accurate. Days later we were told our July IUI Cycle was canceled and both of us needed antibiotics. We were verbally told 7 days, while the prescription was written for 14. Fertility treatment is stressful enough without receiving multiple versions of the same diagnosis & treatment plan within days. The biggest issue was the lack of empathy & communication. Messages felt rushed, questions went unanswered, and concerns were treated as inconveniences rather than opportunities to help us understand what was happening. After changing clinics, we were surprised by how different the experience was. Our new doctor reviewed our records, answered every question, and felt we could continue pursuing less invasive options before discussing IVF. At our first appointment she found no evidence of adenomyosis or endometriosis & explained my wife's antral follicle count is 22, which she described as healthy & reassuring. She also questioned why we had undergone so many tests, procedures, antibiotics, and IVF Discussions before exhausting less invasive options. We left feeling informed, respected, and hopeful again. I have never left a negative Google Review before. If a restaurant is bad, I simply stop going, but everything above is something I wish someone had told us before we started. If you choose this clinic, ask questions, ask for explanations, and do not be afraid to get a second opinion if your concerns are not being heard. One of our biggest fears was that switching clinics would cost us precious time. It did not. Our new physician kept us moving without delaying treatment. If you are already committed to IVF, this clinic may be a reasonable option. However, if you are early in your fertility journey & want to thoroughly explore less invasive options first, I strongly recommend getting a second opinion if your questions or preferences are not being fully considered. I genuinely wish anyone reading this review the very best. I hope you find a care team that makes you feel heard, respected, and supported - and that your journey ends with a healthy baby / growing family.Fertility clinic
Advanced Fertility Center of Chicago
Gurnee, IL · (847) 662-1818
- Website
- advancedfertility.com
- Phone
- (847) 662-1818
- Location
- Gurnee, IL

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I rarely leave negative reviews, but unfortunately I have no choice but to give this clinic one star. After reading many positive reviews and receiving recommendations from…I rarely leave negative reviews, but unfortunately I have no choice but to give this clinic one star. After reading many positive reviews and receiving recommendations from families who had successful experiences with AFC, I decided to seek a second opinion there following one failed FET and a miscarriage. My experience with Dr. R was excellent. He is knowledgeable, professional, and clearly experienced in his field. However, my experience with Dr. R’s care team was disappointing due to ongoing communication issues. Throughout my time with AFC, messages often went unanswered for 2–3 days, which was frustrating during such an emotionally sensitive process. Most recently, I underwent an FET and had my first beta test performed outside of AFC on a Thursday. The results were faxed to the clinic. Initially, I was told the care team had not received them. Shortly afterward, a nurse informed me that the receptionist had the results and that I would receive a phone call later that afternoon (Friday) to discuss the results and next steps. Unfortunately, 4:00 PM came and went without any call. At that point, I was feeling extremely anxious and upset. I sent another message asking what I was supposed to do since I had not received any guidance. The following morning, a nurse who was not part of Dr. R’s team contacted me, apologized for the situation, stated she would notify the appropriate care team, and advised me that if I already knew my beta results, I could discontinue my medications. Communication and timely follow-up are critical in fertility care. Patients rely on their care teams for guidance during some of the most stressful and emotional moments of their lives. While I appreciate Dr. R’s expertise, AFC needs to improve communication, responsiveness, and patient support within the care team. I hope this feedback is taken seriously so future patients have a better experience.Advanced fertility has been great to work with in my fertility journey. They are responsive and provide customized care.Had a great experience here with Dr Tumi. I came from another fertility clinic and AFCC did so much more testing and uncovered issues that my first clinic did not. Additionally,…Had a great experience here with Dr Tumi. I came from another fertility clinic and AFCC did so much more testing and uncovered issues that my first clinic did not. Additionally, Dr Tumi's nurses are really kind, especially Vanessa, and I always got calls and updates on time and always knew my next steps. I've graduated from the clinic with a healthy baby!We are so proud to have Dr Catennaci as our provider for our IVF journey. She is very knowledgeable and has helped us succeed! We are happy that we have selected her and her…We are so proud to have Dr Catennaci as our provider for our IVF journey. She is very knowledgeable and has helped us succeed! We are happy that we have selected her and her clinic for this journey. I highly recommend Dr Catennaci to anyone who is still looking for a good provider for infertility treatment.We’ve been with them for about a year and just graduated with our baby in my belly! From my first consultation with Dr. Schell, I knew she cared deeply about her patients. She…We’ve been with them for about a year and just graduated with our baby in my belly! From my first consultation with Dr. Schell, I knew she cared deeply about her patients. She took the time to explain IVF in detail and made it a lot less scary sounding. I never felt rushed and I always felt that I was lead in the right direction. When I had to get surgery elsewhere, she led me to the most wonderful surgeon and I trust her word on everything. The entire staff is great and the atmosphere is cozy, private and friendly. Thank you, Dr. Schell ❤️❤️❤️ we’ll be back in the future for our next embryo transfer!The staff at AFCC are all extremely friendly and responsive. The nurses especially, with their check in calls, are happy to answer any questions and really put you at ease. My…The staff at AFCC are all extremely friendly and responsive. The nurses especially, with their check in calls, are happy to answer any questions and really put you at ease. My doctor is Dr. Tumi, and I found her to be very warm, honest, and most importantly a great listener. From start to finish she listened to our questions and concerns and took time to call us in between appointments to check in. AFCC was recommended to me by a close friend and I’d recommend it to anyone!I recommend Dr. Reshef with all my heart. Not only is he a great doctor, but the bedside manner is above and beyond. I always leave appointments with him educated, calm (which is…I recommend Dr. Reshef with all my heart. Not only is he a great doctor, but the bedside manner is above and beyond. I always leave appointments with him educated, calm (which is hard to do lol), and hopefully. He is also realistic but kind.The staffs are very friendly and helpful! My doctor is Dr. Catenacci. She is very kind and knowledgeable. I got all my treatments done in order after the first appointment quickly…The staffs are very friendly and helpful! My doctor is Dr. Catenacci. She is very kind and knowledgeable. I got all my treatments done in order after the first appointment quickly and smoothly. I got good news just after the first cycle. Thank you so much!!!I did not mean to hurt the business, I just wanted to get some response. Tomorrow is my baseline the due date. I kept calling, the front desk kept telling me I am on the call…I did not mean to hurt the business, I just wanted to get some response. Tomorrow is my baseline the due date. I kept calling, the front desk kept telling me I am on the call list, someone will call me today for sure. No call back at all. I messaged 3times, called 3 times. Because this is the 2nd happened to me. My 1st round of retrieval the same, I was worried it may happen to me again, I tried to avoid this happening. Still. Can you please take care of your patient and be professional? ThxDr. C is top notch! AFCC should do everything in their power to keep her happy as she is amazing as a provider, has a wonderful bedside manner and actually listens to her patients…Dr. C is top notch! AFCC should do everything in their power to keep her happy as she is amazing as a provider, has a wonderful bedside manner and actually listens to her patients concerns and takes them into consideration while educating on what needs to happen in the process for fertility guidance. I can’t be anymore grateful than I already am to have her as my provider in such a vulnerable position.The doctors and nurses are doing their best, however I believe they have too many patients at once to adequately serve everyone. I had communication issues with my prescription…The doctors and nurses are doing their best, however I believe they have too many patients at once to adequately serve everyone. I had communication issues with my prescription and now my prior authorization for genetic testing. The companies are having a hard time reaching someone at the clinic, stalling my process. I chose this clinic because of their rapport and success rates, but the amount of ups and downs with paperwork has added unnecessary frustration on my end.We came to AFC in Gurnee after multiple miscarriages looking for answers, and solutions to whatever our fertility problem(s) were. We are so glad that we did. This week, we…We came to AFC in Gurnee after multiple miscarriages looking for answers, and solutions to whatever our fertility problem(s) were. We are so glad that we did. This week, we welcomed our son into our family. There's no better solution than him. During our time receiving care, we worked primarily with Dr. Tumi, but, at times, we also had appointments with Drs. Catenacci and Reshef. They were all kind, thoughtful, and professional. At the early stages, Dr. Tumi seemed genuinely curious about getting to the bottom of things, as opposed to just ordering this or that standard test. When we thought we were losing a pregnancy due to what just turned out to be a subchorionic hematoma, she also made room in her schedule for an ultrasound the very next morning. Our experience with billing was straightforward. We had insurance through BCBSIL (Select PPO). After our first appointment, they told us immediately what was covered. Like any sustained medical care, the stream of co-pays for visits, procedures, and labs can become uncomfortable. But we never felt surprised by anything. We drove to Gurnee from Milwaukee because AFC came recommended to us, and because we had been disappointed with the care we received working with one of the big regional hospitals (Aurora). We'd make that winter commute again, if we ever need future fertility care.She is such a sweet and kind dr. That is exactly what you want out of an RE. She has been so caring and always took her time with me and awnsered all my questions. Very much…She is such a sweet and kind dr. That is exactly what you want out of an RE. She has been so caring and always took her time with me and awnsered all my questions. Very much recommendedMy husband and I have been struggling with fertility for years. We've been through many rounds of IUI's and FET's and had to switch doctors. We finally came across Dr. Catenacci…My husband and I have been struggling with fertility for years. We've been through many rounds of IUI's and FET's and had to switch doctors. We finally came across Dr. Catenacci and she was our answer to our prayers. She was amazing through the whole process. As someone who gets extreme anxiety and pain due to endometriosis, Dr. Cantenacci was patient and very gentle. She made me feel like she really cares and wanted to get to the cause of our fertility. Finally, after years of trying and failed transfers, we finally got pregnant for the first time ever with her help!! I highly recommend Dr. Catenacci and her team. They were absolutely amazing.I am very happy with Dr Catenacci and her team. I had one unsuccesful IuI, then got pregnant naturally my next cycle. Dr Catenacci and her nurses were really supportive, got back…I am very happy with Dr Catenacci and her team. I had one unsuccesful IuI, then got pregnant naturally my next cycle. Dr Catenacci and her nurses were really supportive, got back to me right away, were really on top of my lab work as well. Their portal is really easy to use and you get your lab resuIts back quickly. I ended up having a miscarriage, but they were really supportive during that difficult time. I will be trying Ivf with her for the first time in a few months. I do not feel like a number at this clinic and got treated with compassion.Dr Tumi is wonderful as a doctor. She’s made us very comfortable with the whole process, answered every question and concern. She has the sweetest and reassuring smile. We love…Dr Tumi is wonderful as a doctor. She’s made us very comfortable with the whole process, answered every question and concern. She has the sweetest and reassuring smile. We love her and her team!I had an experience with Advanced Fertility Center in Gurnee that left me very dissatisfied. While my initial consultation with Dr. Debra Schell was detailed, I often found that…I had an experience with Advanced Fertility Center in Gurnee that left me very dissatisfied. While my initial consultation with Dr. Debra Schell was detailed, I often found that she went on tangents and didn’t address my specific questions. As someone outside the medical field, I also struggled with her explanations, which lacked clarity, requiring me to ask for further clarification repeatedly. The process of scheduling the initial consultation was smooth, but communication broke down significantly after that. The clinic insists on using the Prelude Portal for all updates and communication, including test results and scheduling, with very little human interaction. For something as personal and emotional as a fertility journey, this lack of direct communication—like phone calls from the doctor or nurses—was extremely frustrating. During a vaginal exam, I experienced significant pain, but Dr. Schell only stopped after the nurse pointed out that I was crying. Following that incident, I never received a call from the doctor to check on my well-being, which felt dismissive and unempathetic. Overall, empathy seemed to be lacking in the entire office. At times, the nurses spoke to my husband and me in a condescending manner, which added to our discomfort. One particularly frustrating moment was when I explained that traveling an hour for monitoring every day was difficult for me and asked if accommodations could be made to monitor closer to home. Dr. Schell responded by saying, “Well, I travel an hour to work every day when I come here.” I found this incredibly rude and dismissive, as it completely ignored my request and the challenges I was expressing. I would strongly recommend that she avoid making comments like this in the future. The clinic's rigidity in requiring monitoring to be done on-site, even though we live an hour away, was another inconvenience. This added unnecessary financial and logistical stress to an already difficult process. Despite the high costs (which can exceed $7,000), the level of care and attention to patient needs was not up to par. Even after surgeries or exams, I didn’t receive follow-up calls; instead, everything was placed on the portal, leaving me to check for updates and initiate communication myself. I made multiple calls to the clinic and often didn’t get a response. This lack of follow-through made the process feel more like a business transaction than patient care. I would not recommend this clinic based on my experience. To improve, they need to focus on better communication, train their staff in empathy, ensure timely follow-ups, and avoid treating patients like just another case. Fertility treatment is deeply personal and emotionally taxing, and patients deserve a supportive, compassionate team to guide them through it. [Added 1/15/2025 - There has been no follow-up to the response, which I have communicated via Facebook that it was okay to contact me. But I have received a prelude message to update my billing info . ]Very rude behavior by river north reception staff. Feel like racist and indifferent way to handling patients, not treating them as 'humans'. No escalation procedures in place. I…Very rude behavior by river north reception staff. Feel like racist and indifferent way to handling patients, not treating them as 'humans'. No escalation procedures in place. I would like to discuss this experienxe with Clinic management team to see if they truly believe in Patient care. And what actions they will take to avoid such ill treatment to future patients.I am deeply grateful for the exceptional support provided by the nurse Cathy and Dr. Reshef during my IUI procedure. The team truly show their unwavering dedication to patient…I am deeply grateful for the exceptional support provided by the nurse Cathy and Dr. Reshef during my IUI procedure. The team truly show their unwavering dedication to patient care, and a special thank to Cathy for her comforting presence that helped ease my anxiety (I am super sensitive to pain and discomfort). Their genuine concern and support have meant a lot to me. They were going above and beyond to ensure my well-being. Wishing them continued success in the fertility field, and hoping them keep up the great work supporting all the families who seek guidance from Advanced Fertility.Dr. Reshef was very understanding and helped me to fully understand how best to move forward with our fertility journey. He made sure I understood what I’d need to to and what his…Dr. Reshef was very understanding and helped me to fully understand how best to move forward with our fertility journey. He made sure I understood what I’d need to to and what his team would be doing when they hear from me. Communication is so key, and I feel like we will get that during this experience. 100%. I appreciated his honesty and the wonderful nurse I saw for my ultrasound who helped me in more ways than she knows. Such kindness when starting this process was soooo appreciated. Thank you!I’m updating my review because I do believe we did not have a good understanding of how much IVF is something you have to have lots of patience for. Thankful to Chrissy , one of…I’m updating my review because I do believe we did not have a good understanding of how much IVF is something you have to have lots of patience for. Thankful to Chrissy , one of the nurses who has talked us through the process and made us feel safe and heard. She’s very informative, makes sure me and my husband are aware of what’s going on , and explained how patient we have to be during this whole process. We are progressing in the process and hopefully starting egg retrieval very soon. Went in yesterday for an ultrasound and blood work, the medical assistant explained all medications to me and was so nice and welcoming. Gina the ultrasound tech is always so nice as well and she is so quick and when she does the ultrasound I never feel uncomfortable which is new for me because I always have pain due to endometriosis. Thank you ladies so much for your help and for always being so kind.Truly amazing first experience. She’s patient and kind and full of wisdom! She’s open to all questions! I’m so excited for her to be our Dr! Update: we got pregnant our first…Truly amazing first experience. She’s patient and kind and full of wisdom! She’s open to all questions! I’m so excited for her to be our Dr! Update: we got pregnant our first transfer! She’s a great Dr and really makes you feel heard! Highly recommendDr. Eli Reshef is truly a miracle worker and a blessing in our lives. From the moment I met him, I felt heard, supported, and cared for. Dr. Reshef is not only incredibly…Dr. Eli Reshef is truly a miracle worker and a blessing in our lives. From the moment I met him, I felt heard, supported, and cared for. Dr. Reshef is not only incredibly knowledgeable and experienced in his field, but he is also kind, compassionate, and genuinely invested in his patients’ journeys. He is our third IVF Doctor so we know how it feels to be valued as a patient. He took the time to explain every step of the IVF process with patience and honesty, answering all of our questions and calming our worries. What could have been an overwhelming experience became a hopeful and empowering one, all because of his steady guidance and reassurance. Thanks to Dr. Reshef’s expertise and care, our dream of starting a family has finally come true. We are beyond grateful and will never forget the role he played in our story. If you’re looking for an IVF doctor who is both brilliant and deeply caring — look no further. Dr. Reshef is the one. Forever thankful. 🙏💕I've had nothing but a positive experience with this clinic! From making my first appointment with the lady on the phone, the receptionist, medical staff and doctor ! They are all…I've had nothing but a positive experience with this clinic! From making my first appointment with the lady on the phone, the receptionist, medical staff and doctor ! They are all very wonderful and treat you like a person and not just another number! Absolutely would I refer them !Initial consult seemed promising. Unfortunately after my first appointment during which there were complications from a procedure, it has been the WORST time and experience. I…Initial consult seemed promising. Unfortunately after my first appointment during which there were complications from a procedure, it has been the WORST time and experience. I have been absolutely begging anyone within the office, including Dr. Schell’s care team and Dr herself, to reach out and actually provide follow up directions for medications. What seems the blatant disregard for follow up has made me question their trustworthiness. If I can’t get follow ups or anyone for that matter to contact me, how can I trust them to care for myself and my reproductive health? Zero stars if I had the option. The bills are sure coming in though!! Don’t waste your time. It seems like if you have complications, you’re thrown to the back burner because you may not be a reliable source of income for them. Such a shame.If you’re searching for a fertility clinic with outstanding patient care, stop yourself from contacting AFCC and go call Invia fertility. I promise you it will save you a lot of…If you’re searching for a fertility clinic with outstanding patient care, stop yourself from contacting AFCC and go call Invia fertility. I promise you it will save you a lot of headaches and heartaches!! I was a patient of Dr Schell’s starting in December 2022 into June of 2023 and while the doctor herself was wonderful during our first visit, the team at the clinic had terrible communication that I couldn’t imagine being any worse, especially for patients going through such an emotional and vulnerable time. Not only did the nurses not explain anything well and leave you feeling in the dark, they would sometimes just not return calls at all. After 1 very horrible experience that left me bawling in the lobby due to the nurses being so horribly rude, I was scared that this was how other fertility clinics might operate and that left me in a panic for weeks. I did contact the manager at AFCC gurnee and aired my frustrations and hope that since then, there has been a huge change of staffing. Dr Puschek and her whole team at Invia are a godsend and I’ve cried so many happy tears after my visits with her. Thought I’d save someone else from wasting time at AFCC.Switched because of poor care and poor diagnosis. Always waited a long time to be seen and the nurses were always rude to me when I told them I sometimes pass out with blood draws…Switched because of poor care and poor diagnosis. Always waited a long time to be seen and the nurses were always rude to me when I told them I sometimes pass out with blood draws and just told me good luck. The billing department kept sending me bills but would not tell me what the bill was for even when asking for an itemized receipt. I switched to another office and found out advanced fertility didn’t even do the standard testing on me from the beginning before just pushing me straight to IVF. The doctor came in and didn’t even know how to use the ultrasound equipment and a nurse had to come in and teach her during my appointment then eventually the nurse just took over. The whole thing was a mess and stressful.Incompetent, rushed staff, and a doctor who doesn't listen. My experience here was horrible. The staff is super rushed doesn't even treat you like you're a person. …My husband and I just had our first consultation with Dr. Irani (second clinic consult overall). We are so happy we decided to meet with Dr. Irani. From the moment we started…My husband and I just had our first consultation with Dr. Irani (second clinic consult overall). We are so happy we decided to meet with Dr. Irani. From the moment we started talking with him we felt like we found the right fit for us. He …If I'm being brutally honest, (I always am), the staff at this place drove me bonkers at times. The support staff, front desk etc are extremely unorganized. BUT, Dr. Catenacci…If I'm being brutally honest, (I always am), the staff at this place drove me bonkers at times. The support staff, front desk etc are extremely unorganized. BUT, Dr. Catenacci made it all worth it. After 4 failed IVF transfers at other …Dr. Irani and his staff have been so nice. Nurse Aminty is very responsive and so appreciative. This is my 2nd surrogacy, but 1st time with this clinic. I have been very pleased…Dr. Irani and his staff have been so nice. Nurse Aminty is very responsive and so appreciative. This is my 2nd surrogacy, but 1st time with this clinic. I have been very pleased with my level of care. Also, the ultrasound tech at the Chicago office is just a ray of sunshine!!Dr. Irani and his staff gave us the most beautiful gift of our lives. Prior to being seen at this location, I had gone through fertility treatments at another clinic (out of…Dr. Irani and his staff gave us the most beautiful gift of our lives. Prior to being seen at this location, I had gone through fertility treatments at another clinic (out of state) for about a year. It wasn't until I came to AFCC where I …We had a fantastic first experience with Dr Irani and are now back for a second round. The first time, we'd had 5 failed IVF cycles with 2 different clinics. We switched to Dr…We had a fantastic first experience with Dr Irani and are now back for a second round. The first time, we'd had 5 failed IVF cycles with 2 different clinics. We switched to Dr Irani, he got us in quickly, the office was always very …There isn’t enough words to say how much I absolutely LOVED my experience with Dr. Irani and his staff! I never thought the day would come I would hear that We are expecting our…There isn’t enough words to say how much I absolutely LOVED my experience with Dr. Irani and his staff! I never thought the day would come I would hear that We are expecting our first and Dr. Irani and all of his staff made this happen for …My experience with Dr. Michelle Catenacci has been amazing. She was with us every step of the way from our first telehealth visit, to a few procedures and even at our US. She is…My experience with Dr. Michelle Catenacci has been amazing. She was with us every step of the way from our first telehealth visit, to a few procedures and even at our US. She is caring, down to earth and my favorite provider I have worked …Each time I have met with Dr. Irani he has answered all the questions I had and has not rushed me to come up with every question I could have right then and there. In this field,…Each time I have met with Dr. Irani he has answered all the questions I had and has not rushed me to come up with every question I could have right then and there. In this field, I find that massively relieving, comforting, and helpful. He has a calm demeanor and comes across as truly wanting to help people start their families. I have been very pleased. My husband finds him equally knowledgeable, personable, and informative. We would both recommend him.This is our second fertility clinic. Loved them. You don’t get to see or talk to your doctor a ton, but I had full confidence they knew what they were doing. They will work with…This is our second fertility clinic. Loved them. You don’t get to see or talk to your doctor a ton, but I had full confidence they knew what they were doing. They will work with your natural cycle if you want. Nurses are all fantastic! My favorite was Cathy-she is just so kind a caring! Would absolutely recommend!Just starting my process after an international experience that didn't go so well. I was thoroughly impressed with Dr. Irani. He took the time to explain my process in detail and…Just starting my process after an international experience that didn't go so well. I was thoroughly impressed with Dr. Irani. He took the time to explain my process in detail and even called me on the weekend to address questions I had emailed him on Friday. Although I can't say the outcome yet, I do feel very comfortable with this clinic thus far!We have gone here for treatments and appreciated their honesty. As frustrating as infertility is, I did not want to continue to pay for treatments that were going to waste my…We have gone here for treatments and appreciated their honesty. As frustrating as infertility is, I did not want to continue to pay for treatments that were going to waste my money. The nurses and doctors that we dealt with were …Dr. Irani was very compassionate when he spoke with us regarding our situation. He helped us understand our options, probability of success, and most efficient method to achieve…Dr. Irani was very compassionate when he spoke with us regarding our situation. He helped us understand our options, probability of success, and most efficient method to achieve our goal. Whenever he spoke with us he always was on top of what was happening in our case and made you feel like his only patient at during that communication...You may not have frequent one-on-one meetings with Dr. Irani but their staff communicates well...[Dr. Eli Reshef] doesn't understand how his clinic works...Lowest number of oocytes collected and several of them were immature...didn't have the decency for 12 days after the…[Dr. Eli Reshef] doesn't understand how his clinic works...Lowest number of oocytes collected and several of them were immature...didn't have the decency for 12 days after the retrieval to tell us the results from the embryology lab...I have in writing from Dr Reshef's clinical care team that "the nursing team will come up with my treatment plan"Dr Irani was very comprehensive in his explanations of treatment, risks, benefits...seemed to have a great sense of humor...When we brought up concerns based on our faith (long…Dr Irani was very comprehensive in his explanations of treatment, risks, benefits...seemed to have a great sense of humor...When we brought up concerns based on our faith (long term embryo management, what to do with embryos that are mosaic) he was able to readjust his initial recommendations with a plan that would hopefully allow us to still only need one retrieval but have plenty of options if needed down the road.she [Dr. Schell] treated me like a patient, not just a body to get pregnant. She spent an extensive amount of time talking with me and I never felt she was in a rush to brush me…she [Dr. Schell] treated me like a patient, not just a body to get pregnant. She spent an extensive amount of time talking with me and I never felt she was in a rush to brush me off. She answered any questions I had and never treated me like it was a dumb question. She took seriously any concerns I communicated and it impacted the course of treatment she recommended...She gave me her personal cell phone number and email. She and her team were accessible...Dr. Schell is highly qualified and knowledgeable...is warm and genuinely seems invested in your success...gave me her cell phone number to text her when I had questions...used a…Dr. Schell is highly qualified and knowledgeable...is warm and genuinely seems invested in your success...gave me her cell phone number to text her when I had questions...used a Lupron trigger shot instead of HCG, which successfully avoided OHSS...frozen cycle with PGT-A testing due to recurrent pregnancy loss...almost 13 weeks pregnant.He [Dr. Irani] is down to earth, kind, and calm. He is available by email, directly. He is a busy man, but gets back to you. Very knowledgeable in his field. He has great bedside…He [Dr. Irani] is down to earth, kind, and calm. He is available by email, directly. He is a busy man, but gets back to you. Very knowledgeable in his field. He has great bedside manner, and the type of physician you would want, especially while going through this difficult process...He was actually present with almost all our procedures. No nurses involved that does procedures. If he is not available, another doctor is present...In all of my meetings with Dr. Catennaci, she was personable and responsive to my questions. It was a little challenging that we never actually saw or talked to her throughout the…In all of my meetings with Dr. Catennaci, she was personable and responsive to my questions. It was a little challenging that we never actually saw or talked to her throughout the hormone cycles, only at the initial consultation and then for the retrieval/transfer. It would have been nice to have some contact with her along the way...Be prepared to not see/hear much from her except at the very beginning and very end, but she is so wonderful that that's not that big a deal!Dr. Jones was a straight-shooter. We have experienced multiple unexplained miscarriages and thought IVF could be a route to take, assuming that my miscarriages have all been…Dr. Jones was a straight-shooter. We have experienced multiple unexplained miscarriages and thought IVF could be a route to take, assuming that my miscarriages have all been abnormal. Our consultation was lengthy, which I appreciated. Prior to the appointment, I emailed several years of reproductive medical records, but it didn't appear that he sifted through them as throughly as I would have liked. I'm skeptical about using a full-blown, canned protocol and inquired about a lighter and more customized protocol, but that didn't seem to be an option he was willing to explore. I can understand, since he knows what works and what doesn't.He [Dr. Mohamad Irani] was knowledgeable explained options and success rate, he was open honest and warm...He answered all questions and made me feel heard... with my age and…He [Dr. Mohamad Irani] was knowledgeable explained options and success rate, he was open honest and warm...He answered all questions and made me feel heard... with my age and situation he would recommend transferring one embryo only...[he did a] sonography and ultrasound to prepare for our upcoming IVF cycle...I appreciated that if I emailed him [Dr. Mohamed Irani] with a question or concern, he would respond by calling me directly even if it was late in the evening. I liked that he…I appreciated that if I emailed him [Dr. Mohamed Irani] with a question or concern, he would respond by calling me directly even if it was late in the evening. I liked that he wasn’t pushy but was informative and allowed me to choose after educating me with the appropriate information...I had an FET with Dr. Irani. He handled my medications and doses and performed the Embryo transfer. It was a success and I’m currently 7 weeks pregnant.I like him [Dr. Gary Jones]. He’s a straight shooter and doesn’t sugarcoat. My husband likes him too, because he feels he doesn’t bullshit us. Now, I’ve only went through…I like him [Dr. Gary Jones]. He’s a straight shooter and doesn’t sugarcoat. My husband likes him too, because he feels he doesn’t bullshit us. Now, I’ve only went through retrieval so I can’t comment on success but so far, I feel very confident in my care. I 100% recommend Garry Jones...Ask questions. He’s happy to answer. He’s not pretentious at all... Dr Jones put me on low dose HCG and 550 Gonal F with less daysDr. Irani fully reviewed my past treatment and medical records. He felt that I didn't need to be "over-medicated" to produce a lot eggs. He ensured we understood the process. He…Dr. Irani fully reviewed my past treatment and medical records. He felt that I didn't need to be "over-medicated" to produce a lot eggs. He ensured we understood the process. He always called with the results. My fresh transfer ended in a ectopic and he called me directly each day to see how I was doing. He also coordinated care with my OB to ensure the ectopic was properly managed.I have only seen her [Dr. Catenacci] once as you do the consult and then she dictates to her staff. You only see her again if you request an appointment or if you need to change…I have only seen her [Dr. Catenacci] once as you do the consult and then she dictates to her staff. You only see her again if you request an appointment or if you need to change protocol. The appointment we had was informative but it didnt seem like she had reviewed my case much before the appointment. ... She used clomid because I was not ovulating.I had to ask questions for conversation [with Dr. Catenacci]. She seemed knowledge of my medical history, demonstrating good recall. She smiled a lot and was friendly. Overall I…I had to ask questions for conversation [with Dr. Catenacci]. She seemed knowledge of my medical history, demonstrating good recall. She smiled a lot and was friendly. Overall I had a good experience but I wouldn't say it was above and beyond... I ended up with 15 eggs retrieved and 13 fertilized with ICSI. I transferred one fresh embryo and sent the rest for PGS testing...She gave us the option of transferring 1 or 2 fresh. She didn't provide a whole lot of insight or guide us towards a decision. I wish she would have given more support in either direction.Dr. Jones is a fantastic doctor. He is very knowledgeable and I can tell he genuinely wants to help us conceive. ... I have diminished ovarian reserve, adenomyosis and…Dr. Jones is a fantastic doctor. He is very knowledgeable and I can tell he genuinely wants to help us conceive. ... I have diminished ovarian reserve, adenomyosis and endometriosis and he is still hopeful that we can conceive with IUI. He gives me hope for our future and moving forward! ... He initially recommended that I have a laparoscopy surgery to diagnose endometriosis and I truly felt that he recommended that to me because that is what was best for me. ...She [Dr. Catenacci] was the first doctor who actually listened to me, and genuinely wanted to help ease my fears and anxieties. She is patient, kind and empathetic. She takes the…She [Dr. Catenacci] was the first doctor who actually listened to me, and genuinely wanted to help ease my fears and anxieties. She is patient, kind and empathetic. She takes the time to answer questions and explain things until I completely understand and I’m comfortable with the plan/procedure. Something I hadn’t experienced from the other specialist I have seen...is very thorough, confident and trustworthy. She is also very personable. When things haven’t gone as planned she calls me to talk about results, answer questions and explains upcoming procedures and expectations. My only regret is not switching to her sooner. She is the best and being under her care is helping us get closer to achieving our dream of a family.Dr. Michelle was wonderful. She sat down and did not make us feel rushed. She explained IVF perfectly and not in “doctor” terms. She had me go through each cycle we have done in…Dr. Michelle was wonderful. She sat down and did not make us feel rushed. She explained IVF perfectly and not in “doctor” terms. She had me go through each cycle we have done in detail. She answered all of our questions we had and just was overall gentle to our feelings. She did not try to force IVF on since because it’s more money- she simply let us choose our route.Dr. Catenacci was very warm and informational. She asked for all the tests and results from previous IVF. ... One thing I wish would be different is to see her and consult with…Dr. Catenacci was very warm and informational. She asked for all the tests and results from previous IVF. ... One thing I wish would be different is to see her and consult with her during the whole process. Instead we saw her only once on the first visit and second time on the egg retrieval day. She not even schedule to do our transfer. For this much money and such a stressful process, you for sure would wish for your doctor to take care of you from the beginning till the very endWhen I went in for the mock embryo transfer she [Dr. Catenacci] found cysts in my ovaries. I really appreciated the fact that she was very candid in that she didn’t think it was…When I went in for the mock embryo transfer she [Dr. Catenacci] found cysts in my ovaries. I really appreciated the fact that she was very candid in that she didn’t think it was necessary to remove them based on their size and number but ultimately left it up to us. She said if we were more comfortable going into a transfer and retrieval without them then she could absolutely remove them. We opted not to have them removed but we really appreciated the straightforward nature of her sharing the information and also what her professional opinion of it was.Dr. Catenacci was very kind and caring and seemed to have a good outlook on our IVF journey, when we first met. However, I didn’t get a chance to ask her questions once treatment…Dr. Catenacci was very kind and caring and seemed to have a good outlook on our IVF journey, when we first met. However, I didn’t get a chance to ask her questions once treatment started, or have any concerns addressed. During my follow up after my failed transfer, I had quite a few questions and it was hard to get answers from her. She seemed bothered by my questions and wasn’t willing to try something different for another cycle.In my first IVF failure recap with Dr. Sherbhan, he did not recall a ton of info about my case, so I do feel like I would have preferred more custom attention at that stage...He…In my first IVF failure recap with Dr. Sherbhan, he did not recall a ton of info about my case, so I do feel like I would have preferred more custom attention at that stage...He is blunt and down to business, but I am ok with that...The change from failed cylcle 1 to 2 was not drastic. Still high same stims but this time with testosterone priming...he gave me my diagnosis of DOR and talked about my chances of success.Dr Jones did clarify what my best option was and that was IVF. But we chose IUI because it was affordable... was very compassionate to mine and my husbands needs. When we couldn't…Dr Jones did clarify what my best option was and that was IVF. But we chose IUI because it was affordable... was very compassionate to mine and my husbands needs. When we couldn't afford medication since our insurance didn't cover it, he donated it. That was a true blessing to us...He is a great listener and only wants to help others have a family...We took follistim injections for about a week every night at 6 pm, I got monitored every 3 days, then triggered when my follicles were of good size and came back in for IUI.If we wanted info from him we needed to pay for it. He said numerous times, “I think your tubes are open.I know one is, but I think the other is also.” He also treated us as we…If we wanted info from him we needed to pay for it. He said numerous times, “I think your tubes are open.I know one is, but I think the other is also.” He also treated us as we were experts on infertility and money was no object. He promised us operations that he couldn’t follow through with. ... Use higher dose of chlomid, intercourse every other day. Try for a few months and be seen again.I tried a fresh transfer for the first time [with Dr. Richard Sherbahn] it actually stuck. Even though it ended up in a miscarriage, I became pregnant for the first time...Every…I tried a fresh transfer for the first time [with Dr. Richard Sherbahn] it actually stuck. Even though it ended up in a miscarriage, I became pregnant for the first time...Every time we see him, he answers all our questions thoroughly, he spends a lot of time with us, I never feel like I need to call and ask him questions because of this! Even the day of retrievals and transfers, he takes his time in preparation of the procedure and he came back to talk to us for about 20-25 mins to answer questions. I never received this type of treatment before in the past!He [Dr. Jones] gave me the facts in a straightforward manner and let me make all decisions. My care was personalized specifically for my husband and I....brought a sense of humor…He [Dr. Jones] gave me the facts in a straightforward manner and let me make all decisions. My care was personalized specifically for my husband and I....brought a sense of humor that I appreciated as well...communicated well with me. He was around to ask questions if need be. I loved his honesty and up front approach. He didn’t pressure me into any decisions and made me feel comfortable with my choices.He [Dr. Sherbahn] was great. Very professional and doesn’t sugar coat things but gave me a very clear idea of what could happen. I was hoping to hear IVF would 100% work but he…He [Dr. Sherbahn] was great. Very professional and doesn’t sugar coat things but gave me a very clear idea of what could happen. I was hoping to hear IVF would 100% work but he gave us our odds. Our first round did end up working...He will give you the option to put in two embryos which a lot of places won’t do so that’s nice....I never saw Dr. Catenacci besides our very firs consultation appointment. She had me under go 3 rounds of IUI and each one came back negative. After my 3rd failed IUI, she then…I never saw Dr. Catenacci besides our very firs consultation appointment. She had me under go 3 rounds of IUI and each one came back negative. After my 3rd failed IUI, she then had the nurse call me (per usual) and tell me that the doctor thinks we should check to see if my tubes are open if we want to move forward with another IUI. I feel, that should have been done my very FIRST appointment, because if they are blocked.. I just wasted a lot of time and a lot of our hard earned money.Dr Catenacci has a great personality, she is fun to talk to and she will give it to you straight. She is my second doctor and what a difference she is compared to my first doctor!…Dr Catenacci has a great personality, she is fun to talk to and she will give it to you straight. She is my second doctor and what a difference she is compared to my first doctor! She told me things that I was diagnosed with that the other clinic had me guessing, never told me outright, so then she set up a plan for us and we’re working on it. She has great bedside manner and makes you feel comfortable even when there are times you wouldn’t. I don’t know what else to say, except that she’s amazing!... She helps with your specific needs and strategizes accordingly. She is very helpful and makes sure you are at your best health before proceeding.Dr. Catenacci is very good about explaining EVERYTHING then really leaving it to the patient to decide what they want to do with their choices and odds... I am a very anxiety…Dr. Catenacci is very good about explaining EVERYTHING then really leaving it to the patient to decide what they want to do with their choices and odds... I am a very anxiety ridden person and she makes me feel so much better... After the third loss we decided to do a karyotype on my husband. He had a balanced translocation. We tried IUI with climid then as a couple decided we liked the odds of using donor eggs via IVF much better than trying and maybe getting our cycle canceled with my own.He [Dr. Sherbahn] is very knowledgeable and knows his stuff which is exactly what we wanted when pursuing fertility treatments. We didn't choose him based on his personable skills…He [Dr. Sherbahn] is very knowledgeable and knows his stuff which is exactly what we wanted when pursuing fertility treatments. We didn't choose him based on his personable skills and compassion for patients. Hes very blunt with his expectations based on individual findings and we actually appreciated that aspect of his care. I didn't want people to sugar coat out liklihood of success. I just wanted the truth, even if that information may be painful and hard to hear.He is not the most compassionate doctor I have been to but I do believe he does care about his patients and their success. The best interaction I had with Dr Sherbahn was the…He is not the most compassionate doctor I have been to but I do believe he does care about his patients and their success. The best interaction I had with Dr Sherbahn was the phone consultation I had with him after my failed IVF cycle. He spent 40 minutes with me and answered all of my long page of questions. He also had a specific plan for going forward that did end up working...very smart and always has a plan. He is also very open to questions and hearing your thoughts and opinions. That being said, he can be very business-like and blunt at times.She [Dr. Catenacci] had me start least invasive with clomid and IUI. The next step was injections and the final step would be IVF. I have not been able to continue treatment…She [Dr. Catenacci] had me start least invasive with clomid and IUI. The next step was injections and the final step would be IVF. I have not been able to continue treatment because I don’t have medical insurance that covers these treatments. In the meantime she also encourage me to try and lose weight as that should help with pcos...I feel like She really cared about my needs and what was/is best for me. When I called with questions or concerns they were quick to respond back.[Dr. Michelle Carenacci had a] Great bedside manner. Direct in approach but yet caring and informative. Perfect mix for what i need. Gave us hope but yet set realistic…[Dr. Michelle Carenacci had a] Great bedside manner. Direct in approach but yet caring and informative. Perfect mix for what i need. Gave us hope but yet set realistic expectations...Takes time to answer questions. Always extremely friendly demeanor. Always on time for appointments. When having my "freak out" and "anxiety" filled moments as a patient she was always there to help me through it.He [Dr. Sherbahn] is very straightforward in his discussions, very honest about your situation and what he thinks he can do. He is honest and open about his clinic's strengths and…He [Dr. Sherbahn] is very straightforward in his discussions, very honest about your situation and what he thinks he can do. He is honest and open about his clinic's strengths and weaknesses. He is flexible in his treatment and approach. At least three different times he bent rules listed on his website for the program we were using (a prepaid multicycle IVF program with guaranteed money back if no live birth)...Dr. Sherbahn is a smart man who doesn't mince words. I was a but of a myserty as a healthy "younger" woman and he seems almost angry that I didn't achieve success. I had twonIVFs…Dr. Sherbahn is a smart man who doesn't mince words. I was a but of a myserty as a healthy "younger" woman and he seems almost angry that I didn't achieve success. I had twonIVFs and my second had 8 great looking embryos that all arrested on day 4. He offered zero information on what could have happened, if it was related to protocol, anything. I told him I had more IVFs covered by insurance, so I wanted to know more info he said "If you got open heart surgery for free, would you do it?"... We did the same protocol each time.He [Dr. Sherbahn] is direct and strong in his opinion. ... He personalized my treatment plan. ... He can be a little blunt in the way he presents things but is a good doctor. ...…He [Dr. Sherbahn] is direct and strong in his opinion. ... He personalized my treatment plan. ... He can be a little blunt in the way he presents things but is a good doctor. ... I wanted to transfer 3 untested embryos. He was not willing to transfer more than 2. ... We did IVF antagonist protocol (FSH started at 150) with lupron trigger. We did chromosome testing and a freeze all cycle with subsequent frozen transfer of two normal embryos. Resulted in birth of my son.Doctor Sherbahn doesn't have the warmest bedside manner, but I completely trusted his opinion and recommended course of treatment. He analyzed my file from previous cycles/clinics…Doctor Sherbahn doesn't have the warmest bedside manner, but I completely trusted his opinion and recommended course of treatment. He analyzed my file from previous cycles/clinics and discussed options with me. He helped me become fully informed before starting my cycle and gave me realistic expectations prior to beginning. During my IVF cycle, he adjusted my medications as needed and was careful to make sure my body was responding appropriately. He also preformed all procedures himself.He [Dr RIchard Sherbahn] runs the clinic and processes in a very rigorous way which is good at producing results. He is based on data, evidence and shows you graphs/charts to…He [Dr RIchard Sherbahn] runs the clinic and processes in a very rigorous way which is good at producing results. He is based on data, evidence and shows you graphs/charts to explain risks, benefits, etc. He is frank and kind, thoughtful. He can perhaps be blunt at times, but the truth was what needed to be discussed. I appreciate that with good communication between us he was able to tailor treatments and plans to what I wanted and what was best for me/my family.Because of the sperm we went straight to IVF with ICSI [with Dr. Sherbahn]. I used injections for stimulation and it was very successful. After a fresh transfer with miscarriage,…Because of the sperm we went straight to IVF with ICSI [with Dr. Sherbahn]. I used injections for stimulation and it was very successful. After a fresh transfer with miscarriage, a frozen transfer with miscarriage and two spontaneous pregnancies with miscarriages, we consulted with Dr Sherbahn and my husband and I decided to pursue donor eggs... We had a successful 5 day transfer of two embryos, which resulted in healthy twins being born 9 mos later. We still have 4 embryos frozen with Dr Sherbahn (and one embryo with my egg).He [Dr. Richard Sherbahn] was very full of himself and his successes, however, I felt he had good reason to be...He was very talkative, willing to answer all questions, and really…He [Dr. Richard Sherbahn] was very full of himself and his successes, however, I felt he had good reason to be...He was very talkative, willing to answer all questions, and really never rushed through anything. He always gave great explanations...I used fresh donor eggs for my first cycle, with estrogen & progesterone therapy. My first cycle resulted in a single birth with no viable frozen embryos. My second cycle used a new-to-me donor, but a donor with high success rates. We followed the same drug protocol and had twins (transferred two embryos).Who you would meet

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