Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville
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Knoxville
220 Fort Sanders West Blvd. Suite 106
Knoxville, TN 37922
(865) 531-3011
8 assessments
6
Age
27 - 28
Treated
2014 - 2015
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
4 IUI
Diagnosis
Endometriosis, Unexplained
6
Dr Doody won't do your initial pelvic exam or ultrasound. In fact, the only time we saw him was when we were talking. His nurse practitioner did the initial pelvic exam and all of my ultrasounds [at Reproductive Center for Medicine, Knoxville]. His nurses did my IUI's. At the time I didn't realize that wasn't the norm, but now after seeing another RE, I know that's not how I want my fertility care be handled. The front staff was wonderful and always smiling. The nurses in the lab were also nice, but again I felt like I was on a conveyor belt. There was not real personal connection, and at one point I saw them 3-4 times per week.
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Age
27 - 28
Treated
2014 - 2015
Success with this Doc
No
Race
European
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Nurse or HC Services
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
4 IUI
Diagnosis
Endometriosis, Unexplained
6
Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville.
Dr Doody won't do your initial pelvic exam or ultrasound. In fact, the only time we saw him was when we were talking. His nurse practitioner did the initial pelvic exam and all of my ultrasounds. His nurses did my IUI's. At the time I didn't realize that wasn't the norm, but now after seeing another RE, I know that's not how I want my fertility care be handled. The front staff was wonderful and always smiling. The nurses in the lab were also nice, but again I felt like I was on a conveyor belt. There was not real personal connection, and at one point I saw them 3-4 times per week.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
Initially he made me feel heard and addressed all my concerns, but as the treatments went on, I felt he became less interested in finding out why nothing was working and just wanted to push me to the next treatment. I felt like he just gave up and wanted to move to IVF.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
There were 2 main nurses that I had interaction with. They were nice and did their jobs well, but I sometimes felt they lacked compassion. They were very quick to return my calls, which I appreciated.
How was your experience with Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
At the first visit it was obvious Dr Doody wanted to help us. We sat in his office and he asked about our detailed history. He laid out a plan for us and seemed hopeful. As our treatments went on and nothing was working, it seemed he got a little less interested. I felt myself having to take more control of my healthcare.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
Do your research and each treatment and don't be afraid to ask questions. We sort of just "went along" with what he suggested, instead of researching.
Describe the protocols Michael Doody used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville and their degree of success.
I had laparoscopic surgery to clean out my endometriosis. I then did 2 natural cycles before moving on to 50mg clomid for 3 cycles. We did clomid with IUI once and then HMG injections with trigger shot for 3 cycles. We didn't ask for a rationale on the type of injectables we did.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville.
My out of pocket surgery cost was about $3,000, with insurance paying anything over that. My clomid cycles were about $200 each. That covered the clomid and progesterone blood work. My clomid with IUI was about $1,000, and my injectable IUI cycles were almost $2,500. My insurance paid for some of my infertility testing, but none of the treatments, so all of that was out of pocket.
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10
Age
28 - 30
Treated
2016 - 2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
3 IUI
Diagnosis
Tubal Blockage, Unexplained
10
I have no weakness... I will be back if I ever need anything. The whole stafd [Center for Reproductive Med] was great. Even Heidi at the front desk. She is the face of this office. They are honest and kind. When you are spending many days a week at a doctor office this is important.... They always called me back the same day if I had questions. They would also call me same day with bloodwork.
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Age
28 - 30
Treated
2016 - 2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
Other
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
3 IUI
Diagnosis
Tubal Blockage, Unexplained
10
Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville.
I have no weakness... I will be back if I ever need anything. The whole stafd was great. Even Heidi at the front desk. She is the face of this office. They are honest and kind. When you are spending many days a week at a doctor office this is important.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
I love this office. The whole staff is amazing. Dr Doody took the time to explain everything in detail and just talked about our options. The office stafd was kind and very quick to get back in touch with us. Plus the office never felt like they were just trying to get money. They cared about what was best for us financially and medically.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville. (Assigned nurse: Brenda)
I love so the nurses. They were nice and compassionate. They always called me back the same day if I had questions. They would also call me same day with bloodwork.
How was your experience with Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
Dr Doody was amazing. He took the time to sit down and talk to us about our options. He knew money was an issue and really tried to help and do what was best financially and medicaly. I was recommened him to everyone.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
He's a great guy. Give him a shot
Describe the protocols Michael Doody used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville and their degree of success.
We had laporscopy surgery to find out my tubes were blocked from scar tissue. After i was healed did months of Clomid then went in for hsg test. Finding out both tubes are now open. After more months of Clomid he recommend us moving forward with Ivf.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville.
Iui.. $400 surgery 14,000 , hsg 2,000
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10
Age
31 - 35
Treated
2014 - 2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
5 IUI
Diagnosis
PCOS, Unexplained
10
This doctor’s office [Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville] is a very welcoming place. It is also very clean. The two receptionists are absolutely wonderful! They truly make an effort to get to know you. I would recommend this group to anyone!!... The nursing staff is very knowledgeable and caring... I was pregnant with our daughter with no treatments other than taking metformin
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Age
31 - 35
Treated
2014 - 2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
Other
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Teacher
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
5 IUI
Diagnosis
PCOS, Unexplained
10
Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville.
This doctor’s office is a very welcoming place. It is also very clean. The two receptionists are absolutely wonderful! They truly make an effort to get to know you. I would recommend this group to anyone!!
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
When we were at our last visit due to a miscarriage, Dr. Doody began to get emotional as he was talking to us. It was truly genuine and so sincere.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nursing staff is very knowledgeable and caring.
How was your experience with Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
He is amazing! He truly cares about his patients. He is very considerate of your feelings while still being straight forward with information. I always recommend him to anyone with fertility issues. I absolutely adore him.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
Take it one step at a time.
Describe the protocols Michael Doody used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville and their degree of success.
Right before our first IUI appointment, my husband and I got our call that we had been matched with our son. At that time, we chose to forgo any treatments and focus on the adoption. Four short months after he was born we found out I was pregnant with our daughter with no treatments other than taking metformin. I went back to him about a year ago hoping to get pregnant with a third child. We got pregnant without any meds other than metformin again, but suffered a miscarriage. We haven’t had any positive results since, but we are just taking a natural route.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville.
I haven’t had any due to things happening naturally, but most fertility are expensive.
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9
Age
30
Treated
2017
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
3 IUI
Diagnosis
Anovulation, Endometriosis
9
The nursing staff [at Center for Reproductive Medicine] know what they are doing, they could be a little bit more compassionate. Sometimes they rush through things and to the patient it comes across that they don't care...Friendly staff, very organized and work with your schedule...I feel like I get treated like a human because as soon as I walk in the door I'm greeted and the nurses have always called me with results as promised. The entire staff seems to truly care about me and my husband and our desire to have a baby.
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Age
30
Treated
2017
Success with this Doc
?
Race
Other
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Nurse or HC Services
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
3 IUI
Diagnosis
Anovulation, Endometriosis
9
Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville.
Friendly staff, very organized and work with your schedule
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
I feel like I get treated like a human because as soon as I walk in the door I'm greeted and the nurses have always called me with results as promised. The entire staff seems to truly care about me and my husband and our desire to have a baby.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville. (Assigned nurse: Brenda)
The nursing staff know what they are doing, they could be a little bit more compassionate. Sometimes they rush through things and to the patient it comes across that they don't care.
How was your experience with Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
My experience with Dr. Doody has been great, he always answers our questions and concerns in ways that we understand. He told me from the very first appointment to never hesitate to call the office with questions and to know that he will do everything he can to meet my goals.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
Ask lots of questions and do your own research on top of what you are hearing from the doctor.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville.
I currently pay a $35 copay EVERY visit, which can be 3 times a week. My lab work and ultrasounds are covered through insurance. Nothing is covered for medicines, injections, and IUIs. Nothing will be covered if we have to go through IVF.
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10
Age
35 - 37
Treated
2014 - 2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
5 IUI
Diagnosis
Anovulation
10
We loved everything about this clinic [Center for Reproductive Medicine and Infertility]. Wouldn’t change anything. They care about their patients and we still stop by to visit almost two years after my treatment....Caring, kind, and compassionate. We loved them all....Each IUI was close to $600....Dr Doody and staff took time to really get to know me. We became good friends. I never felt rushed or hurried. They always had time for us.
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Age
35 - 37
Treated
2014 - 2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$500K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
5 IUI
Diagnosis
Anovulation
10
Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville.
We loved everything about this clinic. Wouldn’t change anything. They care about their patients and we still stop by to visit almost two years after my treatment. 200 characters is a lot to type. It’s hard to fill up that much space when you have nothing but great things to say.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
Dr Doody and staff took time to really get to know me. We became good friends. I never felt rushed or hurried. They always had time for us.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Same as Dr Doody. Caring, kind, and compassionate. We loved them all.
How was your experience with Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
Dr Doody was extremely caring, kind, and compassionate. We could tell he really wanted us to become pregnant, he hurt with us when we didn’t, he was excited when we did, and heartbroken with us at every loss. We loved our experience with him.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
Be calm. Try to maintain patience as hard as it is
Describe the protocols Michael Doody used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville and their degree of success.
We tried Clomid for several months. I started having visual side effects from the drug and had to discontinue immediately. We then went on to injectables and finally had our miracle baby girl.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville.
Each IUI was close to $600. The injectables were over $1000 which we had to order from England. It was expensive. But we’ll worth it in the end.
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10
Age
28 - 30
Treated
2016 - 2018
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
3 IUI
Diagnosis
Tubal Blockage
10
The staff [at Center for Reproductive Medicine-Knoxville] here is amazing. Heidi at the front desk really makes this office amazing. Plus Andre the NP couldn't pair better with Dr doody. Even though I didnt get pregnant I still belive they are the best office... We did Clomid about 9 rounds. Different mg at a time.... The office was amazing and took time to answer all questions and give options.
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Age
28 - 30
Treated
2016 - 2018
Success with this Doc
No
Race
Other
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
3 IUI
Diagnosis
Tubal Blockage
10
Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville.
The staff here is amazing. Heidi at the front desk really makes this office amazing. Plus Andre the NP couldn't pair better with Dr doody. Even though I didnt get pregnant I still belive they are the best office
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
The office was amazing and took time to answer all questions and give options.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville. (Assigned nurse: Brenda)
They were great. Always got back to me that day
How was your experience with Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
Dr doddy is a honest doctor. He doesnt sugar coat anything but is caring at the same time. He gives options and just sits down and talks about options with you. It wasn't like he only wanted my money.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
Be prepared for him to be honest. He's amazing and kind, but he's gonna tell you what's up.
Describe the protocols Michael Doody used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville and their degree of success.
We did Clomid about 9 rounds. Different mg at a time.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville.
Ultrasound and blood work were mainly covered by insurance. Hsg was 2,000 and iui were around 400 each time depending on who did them in the office. Trigger shot was $100 and laparoscopy was 18,000
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7
Age
32 - 33
Treated
2016 - 2017
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
3 IUI
Diagnosis
Other, Unexplained
7
It is difficult to get an appointment when I want it [at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville]. I sometimes fee like I'm inconveniencing the staff when I call with questions.... Three rounds of IUI. First two with clomid. Two injectable cycles with Menopur (one canceled due to poor response)... 600 per IUI. 800 for monitoring (blood and ultrasounds)
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Age
32 - 33
Treated
2016 - 2017
Success with this Doc
No
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 3 Docs
Treatment
3 IUI
Diagnosis
Other, Unexplained
7
Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville.
It is difficult to get an appointment when I want it. I sometimes fee like I'm inconveniencing the staff when I call with questions.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
I felt like he was very straightforward and made my husband feel comfortable. He was willing to schedule multiple appointments to discuss failures.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
I had to stay on top of them for things like pre authorizations and to get blood work results.
What specific things went wrong at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
- Failed to call with results
- Failed to send your chart to another clinic
How was your experience with Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
Liked that he was straightforward and factual and didn't give false hope. I liked that he was available. I enjoyed talking with him. He also performed a surgery and the scar was tiny. He didn't seem very open to innovative ideas.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
Make sure to be your own advocate.
Describe the protocols Michael Doody used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville and their degree of success.
Three rounds of IUI. First two with clomid. Two injectable cycles with Menopur (one canceled due to poor response)
Describe the costs associated with your care under Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville.
600 per IUI. 800 for monitoring (blood and ultrasounds)
Describe Michael Doody's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville.
NA
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10
Age
31
Treated
2017
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
3 IUI
Diagnosis
Endometriosis, Male Factor
10
The whole office [Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville] is very warm and inviting. They are determined to do what they can to help you conceive.... Co pays we're due after ultrasounds. No cost for blood work. Iui was $540 if done with the NP... We have done 3 iui's, but none have worked due to male factor and stage IV endometriosis. Our next step is to have another laparoscopy and possibly remove an ovary due to a blocked tube.
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Age
31
Treated
2017
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
3 IUI
Diagnosis
Endometriosis, Male Factor
10
Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville.
The whole office is very warm and inviting. They are determined to do what they can to help you conceive.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
Warm bedside manner. Details of procedures explained.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Very warm. Remembered me and our plan without having to read my chart.
How was your experience with Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
I have felt in the past that other doctors treated my husband and myself as just a number and tried to rush us into ivf. Dr. Doody took time to listen to our concerns and offered several other options we could try before moving on to ivf.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville?
He knows what he is talking about, listen to what he tells you to do.
Describe the protocols Michael Doody used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville and their degree of success.
We have done 3 iui's, but none have worked due to male factor and stage IV endometriosis. Our next step is to have another laparoscopy and possibly remove an ovary due to a blocked tube.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Michael Doody at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville.
Co pays we're due after ultrasounds. No cost for blood work. Iui was $540 if done with the NP
Describe Michael Doody's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Knoxville.
We have not tried embryo transfer
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