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Our experiences with Dr. Lebovic were limited to the consultation and few appointments. He was pleasant during the interactions we had, though not overly personable. We appreciated his matter a fact and upfront approach to our frozen embryo transfer. ... The nursing staff [Ctr for Repro Med of MN] was good at relaying our questions to Dr. Lebovic and getting back to us in a timely matter.

The clinic [Ctr for Repro Med of MN] is set up nicely and organized well into subsections based on appointment type. The waiting room is set up in such a way to give you a sense space even when crowded. They also focus on scheduling IVF patients in batches. ... However, aside from the obvious knowledge and skill of the nursing staff, I was surprised that at times our interactions with the staff felt very clinical. By this point in our journey we had been through an emotional roller coaster and I guess I sort of expected the nurses to address the emotional aspects of the treatment as thoroughly as they did the technical.

How was your experience with Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Come prepared to your consultation with your questions. Interactions with Dr. Lebovic were limited. Most communications after the consultation were with the nursing staff.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

It was difficult to feel comforted and well connected in the infertility process. That said, I understand the need for an objective approach when assessing the best treatment method(s).

Describe the protocols Dan Lebovic used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

I don’t recall the exact protocol used for our frozen embryo transfer but the results were successful with a singleton. However, I do remember brand name medications being preferred if not required in some situations.

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

The nursing staff was good at relaying our questions to Dr. Lebovic and getting back to us in a timely matter. It was clear that they are well practiced and knowledgeable of the various protocols. However, aside from the obvious knowledge and skill of the nursing staff, I was surprised that at times our interactions with the staff felt very clinical. By this point in our journey we had been through an emotional roller coaster and I guess I sort of expected the nurses to address the emotional aspects of the treatment as thoroughly as they did the technical. That said, everyone was pleasant to interact with, but none of the nursing staff brought the emotion to our treatment that I expected from such a specialized care team. Essentially, if you are able to separate from that expectation then they were pleasant to interact with.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

The clinic is set up nicely and organized well into subsections based on appointment type. The waiting room is set up in such a way to give you a sense space even when crowded. They also focus on scheduling IVF patients in batches.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

We paid for our frozen embryo transfer upfront and prior to starting any protocol.

Describe Dan Lebovic's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

All doctors we interacted with at the clinic had strong preferences for a single embryo transfer. We felt they did a great job to help us better understand the risks of a multiple embryo transfer and pregnancy.

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Dan Lebovic

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Minneapolis

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Dan Lebovic Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2016 - 2019, Successful

Age 40 - 43

5 IUI

Male Factor

Unexplained

European

Income $100K - $199K

Only Doc Seen

IVF With Other Docs

Neutral

Strongly Recommends

Successful

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Colleen Casey Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Given my age (over 40) Dr. Casey was willing to transfer two embryos, which is what I wanted. ... Dr. Casey is knowledgeable, direct, and takes the time to explain things in detail. She always went over our questions, even when we asked the same thing twice, or wanted things diagrammed or drawn out to understand them. She was also really pleasant when doing actual procedures with us. However, I would not say there was a true sense of warmth or investment in us as a couple, beyond just as patients.

The clinic is well organized, well staffed, and extremely efficient. It is a pleasant environment, but I would not describe it as a warm environment - similar to the staff. What I liked most about it (other than the fact that I had a successful treatment) is that they are open early, so I could get a lot of my appointments done before heading in to work, and that they are super responsive on the phone, which is very useful.

How was your experience with Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Dr. Casey is knowledgeable, direct, and takes the time to explain things in detail. She always went over our questions, even when we asked the same thing twice, or wanted things diagrammed or drawn out to understand them. She was also really pleasant when doing actual procedures with us. However, I would not say there was a true sense of warmth or investment in us as a couple, beyond just as patients. That is find I think, but it did not necessarily match my expectations before coming to this clinic. However, going back for a second treatment now, after a successful IVF pregnancy, I just know what to expect and it does not bother me. I appreciate even more Dr. Casey's matter of fact manner and her ability to help us cut through our own wishy-washiness. For instance, we were hemming and hawing about doing another IVF treatment right away, and asked whether we should maybe try naturally or try another IUI. She did not tell us what to do obviously, but quoted us some statistics that clarified where our chances stand. So I found that useful - no coddling, but rather straight information.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Come with questions, make sure you call if you think of anything else (because either she or her nurses will call back, which is always nice and useful); and finally, do not expect a super warm and engaged doctor - just a straightforward, knowledgeable, professional one.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

I usually try not to pick the middle of a scale on a question, but this really was in the middle - not quite like a number, not quite like a human either. The clinic has no warm atmosphere, but it's not super clinical either. It's just "this is all business, and our business is these treatments", but it's not "our business is trying to grow families", if you see the distinction. In any case, they know their treatments, and it worked, so heck, I am happy!!

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

The nursing staff was always super well prepared and organized for whatever needed to happen - and there were so many appointments and pieces of the treatment, that I was always grateful for that (as I often had a hard time keeping track of things). However, much like Dr. Casey and the clinic overall, there was little warmth that showed through in our interactions. This was strange to me in the beginning, as it did not match my expectations. Going back for a second IVF treatment now, I know what to expect and it does not bother me much. I also realized something else: that if I ask more personal questions, nursing staff will often respond in kind - in fact, at my last appointment, I found out that one of the nurses I was always weary of because she always seemed to me to be annoyed, in fact has twins born as a result of IVF at this clinic, and she talked freely and warmly about it to me when I asked. So that just shows me that the staff follows a very business-like, rather cool, protocol with patients for reasons they must think are very good, and I will leave it at that.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Describe Colleen Casey's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Given my age (over 40) Dr. Casey was willing to transfer two embryos, which is what I wanted.

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Colleen Casey

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Minneapolis

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Colleen Casey Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2018 - 2019, Unknown Success

Age 35 - 36

2 IUI

Anovulation

PCOS

European

Income $50K - $99K

Graphic Designer

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Success w/ Doc Too early to know

Review of

Meg Hopeman Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

She is caring and thorough. After calling and leaving questions with the office, Dr. Hopeman has personally called me back twice to address my concerns. She seems to legitimately care. She wants to ensure that I understand fully what is going on with my treatment. ... She was present at a radiology procedure at different location from the regular clinic at which I had not expected her to be there. I do not feel rushed at our appointments.

My one real critique would be with a couple of issues I've had with billing [Ctr for Repro Med of MN]. It has all been worked out eventually, but confusion has been caused by bills being sent for services already paid for. We paid in clinic yet received a bill in the mail several days later. ... One of the ladies cheered me up one day when she complimented my purse and we had a chat about it.

How was your experience with Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

She is caring and thorough. After calling and leaving questions with the office, Dr. Hopeman has personally called me back twice to address my concerns. She seems to legitimately care. She wants to ensure that I understand fully what is going on with my treatment. I like that she draws out illustrations to help me get it. I keep a binder with all the info we have talked about; looking back after several appts I noticed the drawings again and it made me chuckle, both because I was amused and also that it reminded me of our conversations. She is endearing.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Come prepared, dont hesitate to ask or clarify anything, including costs and risks.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

She's easy to talk to and listens very well. She is willing to explain and elaborate on any questions or concerns I have had. She was present at a radiology procedure at different location from the regular clinic at which I had not expected her to be there. I do not feel rushed at our appointments.

Describe the protocols Meg Hopeman used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

We started out with testing to find out what the cause of our infertility was. Her treatment recommendation was to start off with IUI. There was no issue with my husband's sperm or function, I had plenty of follicles, but they were not maturing or releasing. We started with 5 days of letrozole, followed by an injection of ovidrel to help release an egg. First two rounds we did timed intercourse, but the letrozole and ovidrel doses were increased for the second round. 3rd round we did IUI. 4th round was iui again, but added Follistim on cycle days 9-11, as well as progesterone capsules vaginally twice a day starting the day after the iui. We are currently in the 2 week wait to see about this recent round. Follicle growth has been monitored throughout by internal ultrasound (Husband calls it getting wanded, lol). Typically baseline ultrasound day 3-5 of cycle, then a growth ultrasound on day 12, then an additional ultrasound 2 or 3 days later prior to triggering. If negative pregnancy test again for the most recent round, we will likely switch from letrozole to clomid for 1 more round, then take a pause and consider how to move forward.

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

The nursing staff has been fantastic overall. The one miscommunication we have had was during the first round of timed intercourse, we were told to take a pregnancy test 3 weeks instead of 2 weeks after. Ended up getting my period before I took the pregnancy test. There are 3 main nurses I have dealt with on the roughly 15 visits I have had with the clinic. They are all great, but I do have my favorite, mostly because she is really enthusiastic and chats with me, which helps me feel enthusiastic and hopeful as well.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

The coffee in the waiting room is not good. Parking in the ramp next to the clinic is easy and free. Clean, nice, and welcoming. Scheduling and other front end staff are accommodating and personable. One of the ladies cheered me up one day when she complimented my purse and we had a chat about it. My one real critique would be with a couple of issues I've had with billing. It has all been worked out eventually, but confusion has been caused by bills being sent for services already paid for. We paid in clinic yet received a bill in the mail several days later. Called and it was cleared up but still caused me anxiety. Another time I paid a bill online, but apparently picked the wrong clinic (sister clinic across town). Again caused anxiety and confusion. Had to call to correct. Was told it would take a couple of weeks to process but would be corrected. Was told it happens frequently when paying online.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Just dealing with iui, not ivf, including treatment, monitoring and meds, it has been over $2000 per cycle. This has been all out of pocket for us, since my insurance through my employer does not cover fertility treatment.

Describe Meg Hopeman's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Due to our current treatment regimen, we have not yet had that conversation with Dr. Hopeman.

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Meg Hopeman

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Minneapolis

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Meg Hopeman Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2018 - 2019, Unknown Success

Age 27 - 28

4 IUI

Unexplained

European

Income $200K - $499K

Nurse or HC Services

2nd of 2 Docs

2 Fertility Medications With Other Docs

Neutral

Strongly Recommends

Success w/ Doc Too early to know

Review of

Meg Hopeman Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Dr. Hopeman did a great job explaining what to expect with every appointment we had with her. She went into great detail explaining each part of the process and trying to make whatever we chose work for our plan and our schedule. She constantly reviewed our chart, and made changes as she saw fit. I was always updated with the plan in a timely manner.... We began using Clomid with IUI. Our ultrasounds had to be adjusted based off ovulating before triggering.

The clinic [Center for Repro Med of MN] is located in a busier part of town, which isn't always convenient at rush hour times. Overall, the clinic is very nice and is clean. Occasionally the front desk staff isn't always the most kind to overly emotional patients.... Overall, the nursing staff at the clinic did a great job. I saw difference nurses at each appointment, but they were always willing to answer all questions I had.

How was your experience with Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Go in with as many questions as possible. She will answer all of them!

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

During my visits, Dr. Hopeman remembered who I was, and what we had talked about. She did a great job making us feel like we mattered, and offering all of her best thoughts and opinions for our care. She made us feel reassured that it was definitely possible for us to have children.

Describe the protocols Meg Hopeman used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

We began using Clomid with IUI. Our ultrasounds had to be adjusted based off ovulating before triggering. After 3 cycles with Clomid, we sat down with her to discuss moving on to IVF or trying IUI with injectables. Both options were presented very clearly, and also presented us with multiple reasons why we could try either option. After laying out all of the reasons for each, we tried doing IUI with injectables. She was very willing to do however many cycles we chose to do, and move on to IVF whenever we felt comfortable. She often adjusted meds based off of response for desired effect with great stim results.

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Overall, the nursing staff at the clinic did a great job. I saw difference nurses at each appointment, but they were always willing to answer all questions I had. If they were not able to answer, they always asked Dr. Hopeman in a timely manner, and called with the answer that day. They were very compassionate and empathetic towards me at all appointments.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

The clinic is located in a busier part of town, which isn't always convenient at rush hour times. Overall, the clinic is very nice and is clean. Occasionally the front desk staff isn't always the most kind to overly emotional patients.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

I had some insurance coverage, so I am unsure of all associated costs. Doing some research before hand, costs seem pretty inline with other clinics in the area.

Describe Meg Hopeman's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

For our IVF cycle, she has a strong preference of transferring only 1 embryo because of the risks involved with multiples, and being young.

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Meg Hopeman

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Minneapolis

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Meg Hopeman Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2019, Unsuccessful

Age 40

European

Income $50K - $99K

Operations

1st of 2 Docs

7 IUI With Other Docs

Doesn't Recommend

Unsuccessful

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Meg Hopeman Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

I never got to talk to my doctor...I had no idea what my treatment should look like or why- I just kept calling and going in for baselines month after month with no results and no feedback....Meg [Dr. Hopeman] was compassionate on the first meeting and very hopeful. Then, I only saw her twice in 6 moths of treatment. Didn't see her again till I cried and said I was going to another clinic. Thr treatment plan wasn't explained further and I just kept going back in for more IUIs

Very disorganized. I sat in the office [Ctr for Reprod Med of Mininnesota] on more than one occasion waiting to be called back after checking in, and turned out that my file had just been sitting on the desk, never taken back to the nurses. Almost never got called back when leaving messages for the nurseline, and they didn't stagger staff so there was never anyone working over the lunch hour....Costs for treatment were very reasonable compared to other clinics.

How was your experience with Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Meg was compassionate on the first meeting and very hopeful. Then, I only saw her twice in 6 moths of treatment. Didn't see her again till I cried and said I was going to another clinic. Thr treatment plan wasn't explained further and I just kept going back in for more IUIs even though there was no regroup to see why nothing was happening.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

You need to ask specially to have her call you, or you will never hear from her again and will have a new nurse every time you enter the clinic.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

I never got to talk to my doctor...I had no idea what my treatment should look like or why- I just kept calling and going in for baselines month after month with no results and no feedback.

Describe the protocols Meg Hopeman used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

No rational for any treatment. I used letrozole 3 times/day for multiple IUIs, then changed to Gonal f 300 for the last two.

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

You had a different nurse every time you came into the clinic. I honestly maybe saw one nurse more than one time. Felt very businesslike and impersonal. The nurses themselves were all nice, but none seemed to have any answers to any of my questions and I always left confused.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Very disorganized. I sat in the office on more than one occasion waiting to be called back after checking in, and turned out that my file had just been sitting on the desk, never taken back to the nurses. Almost never got called back when leaving messages for the nurseline, and they didn't stagger staff so there was never anyone working over the lunch hour.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Costs for treatment were very reasonable compared to other clinics. You get what you pay for though.

What specific things went wrong at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Failed to call in prescriptions to pharmacy
Lost paperwork
Failed to call with results
Failed to send your chart to another clinic
Provided conflicting information

Describe the specific things that went wrong at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

This place was a mess. My new clinic never got the records we asked for, so had to get all new labs done. Nurses constantly gave conflicting info and next to never spoke with the doctor. Appointments were usually running late, but that was to be expected.

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Meg Hopeman

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Minneapolis

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Meg Hopeman Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2019, Unknown Success

Age 31

European

Income $50K - $99K

Teacher

3rd of 3 Docs

1 IUI With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Success w/ Doc Too early to know

Review of

Colleen Casey Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Dr. Casey is warm and friendly. She hasn’t sugar coated any part of our process here at CRM. She made sure we left feeling like we had all of our questions answered. She has a calm presence to her that makes the whole process so much better. I knew if we needed any questions answered she would be able to answer them or find us the answers we needed.

We have had nothing but enjoyable experiences so far with all of our appointments [at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota]. The women at the front desk are always friendly. Everyone we have worked with up to this point has exceeded our expectations. I don’t just feel like another patient, I feel like I actually matter. And when you are to this point in level of treatment that is very important.

How was your experience with Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Go into the appointment knowing that you’ll be able to ask anything, not feel judged and you’ll leave knowing you are in great hands. I was very nervous before our first appointment- but after I left knowing we made the right decision.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Dr. Casey was so friendly when we first met her! She was so understanding of why we’re finally here and explained all of our options to us. She made sure we were welcomed from the very beginning. I was actually scheduled at another clinic- did not get a good vibe and switched to CRM and could not be happier with our choice!

Describe the protocols Colleen Casey used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

I am currently at the start of my treatment plan. We are doing IVF.

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Every nurse we have been in contact with has been nothing short of incredible. They are welcoming, gentle with their words, and make sure we have all of our questions answered. They are always friendly- no matter if it is a simple blood draw or a bigger procedure like an ultrasound. They all make me feel so comfortable here.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

We have had nothing but enjoyable experiences so far with all of our appointments. The women at the front desk are always friendly. Everyone we have worked with up to this point has exceeded our expectations. I don’t just feel like another patient, I feel like I actually matter. And when you are to this point in level of treatment that is very important.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Our treatment is cost around $11,000

Describe Colleen Casey's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

We have not gotten to this point of our treatment plan.

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Colleen Casey

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Minneapolis

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Colleen Casey Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2019, Unknown Success

Age 33

Endometriosis

Unexplained

Income $100K - $199K

Teacher

2nd of 2 Docs

1 IUI With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Success w/ Doc Too early to know

Review of

Meg Hopeman Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

We are still early in our treatment. One cancelled IUI and starting our second cycle with her [Meg Hopeman]. She’s been wonderful. She was very thorough in our consult and answered all of our questions. She didn’t push us towards any treatment. Gave us all the information and let us know she thought IUI was the best route but was never pushy...During our consult she had a very warm personality. She thoroughly explained everything and answered all of our questions. When I over responded to clomid she personally called me to talk about how we couldn’t move forward with the IUI. She told me she knew this wasn’t the news I wanted to hear and seemed very empathetic.

The nursing staff [at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota] for is always very knowledgeable and professional. They clearly communicate the plan and also let me know when I need to wait for word from my doctor to move forward with treatment...They have weekend hours which is great. I did have to go on Labor Day and it was super clear some of the staff didn’t want to be there, but that has been my only negative interactions with the staff there.

How was your experience with Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

We are still early in our treatment. One cancelled IUI and starting our second cycle with her. She’s been wonderful. She was very thorough in our consult and answered all of our questions. She didn’t push us towards any treatment. Gave us all the information and let us know she thought IUI was the best route but was never pushy.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Feel free to ask any questions you may have.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

During our consult she had a very warm personality. She thoroughly explained everything and answered all of our questions. When I over responded to clomid she personally called me to talk about how we couldn’t move forward with the IUI. She told me she knew this wasn’t the news I wanted to hear and seemed very empathetic.

Describe the protocols Meg Hopeman used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

I came to her clinic with one failed IUI through my OBGYN. We do a baseline ultrasound, clomid, a follow up ultrasound to determine my response to the meds, then schedule the IUI and blood test. I only had one follicle with 50 mg of clomid so she bumped my dosage to 100mg. She adjusted me from day 5-9 to day 3-7. When I over responded to 100 mg of clomid she reduced my dosage back down to 50 mg. That IUI was cancelled due to 6 mature follicles. This cycle I was also offered femera if I felt the side effects of clomid were too difficult. They let me decide to stay on clomid since I don’t find the side effects to be too terrible and we know I respond to them. Just waiting on my follow up ultrasound and instructions on when to give myself the ovidrel injection.

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

The nursing staff is always very knowledgeable and professional. They clearly communicate the plan and also let me know when I need to wait for word from my doctor to move forward with treatment.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

They have weekend hours which is great. I did have to go on Labor Day and it was super clear some of the staff didn’t want to be there, but that has been my only negative interactions with the staff there.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

I don’t have the specifics in front of me, but the costs were broken down very clearly. My insurance offers $5000 in fertility benefits (NOT for IVF) and I will be able to do at least 3 IUIs with that.

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Meg Hopeman

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Minneapolis

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Meg Hopeman Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2018 - 2019, Unknown Success

Age 33 - 34

4 IUI

Diminished Ovarian Reserve

Recurrent Pregnancy Loss

European

Income $100K - $199K

Business Executive

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Success w/ Doc Too early to know

Review of

Mark Damario Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

We really respect Damario’s approach. ... As having a recurrent miscarriage diagnosis Damario was proactive on getting a full panel blood work done. ... He tells it like it is and explores all possibilities. Any and all prior research on my end was supported by Damario. He does not take a one size fits all approach which is exactly what we were looking for. He isn’t warm and fuzzy but I appreciate his logical thinking.

Strengths [of CRMM]: Regular appointments are mostly on time. Nurses are wonderful. Damario is a knowledgeable doctor. Do not follow a one size fits all approach. Phlebotomist is really great at her job. Weaknesses: Front staff isn’t always as warm and compassionate. They can be frustrating to work with at times. Appointments with the doctor seem to always run late.

How was your experience with Mark Damario at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

We really respect Damario’s approach. He tells it like it is and explores all possibilities. Any and all prior research on my end was supported by Damario. He does not take a one size fits all approach which is exactly what we were looking for. He isn’t warm and fuzzy but I appreciate his logical thinking.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Mark Damario at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Express what you want and if you have any questions ask!

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Mark Damario at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

I really love the staff at CRM. They really get to know you and are warm and caring. Dr. Damario is not as connected but has been very quick to be informed of our case. We understand he sees a lot of patients and his time with us is minimal, we’re good with that.

Describe the protocols Mark Damario used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

As having a recurrent miscarriage diagnosis Damario was proactive on getting a full panel blood work done. After the results came back, we discussed and decided to do medicated IUI. I took Fermara cycle day 2-6 and went in for a follicle count day 10. Once my follicle (less than 4) and lining (9mm) checked out I took an injectable, Ovidral, that evening. This triggers ovulation. Intercourse is scheduled that evening and then IUI day 12. The IUI is administered by the nurses. After the send is delivered, I lay on the table for 10 mins. Once I leave I go about my day. Call back in 2 weeks after a pregnancy test is taken with results. The first 2 were negative results as my lining was only at 5.5mm. The 3rd resulted in a positive test but miscarriage after 8 weeks. I am currently in the middle of my 4th cycle.

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

The nursing staff is half the reason I stay at CRM. They are so kind, likable, and knowledgeable. I only have wonderful things to say about them, especially Sue.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Strengths: Regular appointments are mostly on time. Nurses are wonderful. Damario is a knowledgeable doctor. Do not follow a one size fits all approach. Phlebotomist is really great at her job. Weaknesses: Front staff isn’t always as warm and compassionate. They can be frustrating to work with at times. Appointments with the doctor seem to always run late.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Mark Damario at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

I do not remember costs as these are mostly covered by insurance.

What specific things went wrong at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Lost paperwork
Failed to convey critical information

Describe the specific things that went wrong at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

When I discovered there was no heartbeat my clinic informed me they would call my OBGYN clinic to prompt an appointment for a D&C. I never heard from my clinic and I had to do the follow up work. This was a traumatic event and the doctor didn’t call, very disheartening. This resulted in having to wait four days until I got in for the procedure.

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Mark Damario

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

St. Paul

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Review of

Mark Damario Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2018 - 2019, Successful

Age 30 - 31

3 IUI

European

Black or African-American

Income $100K - $199K

Teacher

Only Doc Seen

Donor Sperm

LGBTQ+

Doesn't Recommend

Successful

Review of

Colleen Casey Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

I enjoyed my initial consult meeting with her [Dr. Colleen Casey]. She was straight to the point and not phased that we were a same sex couple. But I never saw her again. I was shuffled around between nurses and techs. If I called with a question or the nurses were on a fence if we should go forward on a cycle, the nurses would reach out to her and then get back to me...She’s very knowledgeable and thoroughly explained how we would proceed with IUI. I just wish she was more hands on with patients who aren’t doing IVF.

I was shuffled around between nurses and techs [at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota]...The clinic is very IVF focused, and I would trust them if we needed to go that route. Just be prepared to be treated like a second class citizen if you’re doing other treatments...The first time I went in for the vaginal ultrasound, the tech did the inspection and the nurse came it to give me the prescription for Ovidrel and letrozole. I asked her what they saw on the ultrasound and she seemed annoyed that she had to stop and explain something. The other nurses were great and optimistic. I just wish they explained more. For example never told me how many follicles or what size unless I asked.

How was your experience with Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

I was impressed with my one actual interaction with her. She’s very knowledgeable and thoroughly explained how we would proceed with IUI. I just wish she was more hands on with patients who aren’t doing IVF.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Be prepared to never see her beyond your consult

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

I enjoyed my initial consult meeting with her. She was straight to the point and not phased that we were a same sex couple. But I never saw her again. I was shuffled around between nurses and techs. If I called with a question or the nurses were on a fence if we should go forward on a cycle, the nurses would reach out to her and then get back to me. The clinic is very IVF focused, and I would trust them if we needed to go that route. Just be prepared to be treated like a second class citizen if you’re doing other treatments.

Describe the protocols Colleen Casey used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

I chose the medicated IUI route because of the higher odds. I appreciated being able to choose. We used letrozole CD 3-5 and Ovidrel when instructed after the second ultrasound.

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

The first time I went in for the vaginal ultrasound, the tech did the inspection and the nurse came it to give me the prescription for Ovidrel and letrozole. I asked her what they saw on the ultrasound and she seemed annoyed that she had to stop and explain something. The other nurses were great and optimistic. I just wish they explained more. For example never told me how many follicles or what size unless I asked.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

The front office staff has no personality and is short with everyone in line. I appreciate the the signs in the lobby asking that patients don’t bring children. Everything is clean and professional. I appreciate the free garage parking. The andrology lab down the hall is incredibly organized, professional, and has a lovely staff.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

I thankfully have some limited fertility coverage, so I only had to pay up to my deductible and all the costs associated with sperm. I think each cycle of actual treatment (minus sperm) was billed around $1200.

What specific things went wrong at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Provided conflicting information

Describe the specific things that went wrong at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

There were a couple times where a nurse would make a call about when to trigger and then after they consulted with Dr Casey would call frantically to order something different. If this cycle hadn’t worked, we were planning on switching to a different clinic.

Doctor

Colleen Casey

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Minneapolis

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Review of

Colleen Casey Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2018 - 2019, Successful

Age 38 - 39

1 Embryo Freezing

European

Income $200K - $499K

Consultant

3rd of 3 Docs

IVF With Other Docs

3 Egg Freezing With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Dan Lebovic Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

[Dr. Dan Lebovic] was willing to meet with me on my proactive fertility journey. I hadn't been diagnosed with infertility, but because of my age I went straight to IVF. I appreciate that Dan was open to me taking this path and he was great at talking through everything with my husband and me, even though it took us many months to take the next step in the journey...He's probably the most responsive doctor I've ever worked with and gave us a good plan to follow...We followed a fairly typical protocol for my age. I had done egg freezing previously, which had worked well, so a similar treatment strategy was used.

The clinic [Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota] is well run and is fairly similar to other large clinics that I've been to on the west coast. The only thing I wish they did differently is I wish their PGS testing center classified PGS-tested embryos as mosaic. Right now, they only classify them as normal or abnormal, and CRM won't transfer abnormally classified embryos. Most clinics follow the same approach for abnormals, but I wish they would go with a testing center that could tell if the abnormals were really mosaics.

How was your experience with Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

I had a great experience with Dan. He's probably the most responsive doctor I've ever worked with and gave us a good plan to follow. I hope to work with him again if we use IVF for our second child. I have to keep typing because FertilityIQ requires my response to be at least 200 characters. :/

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Be proactive in your fertility journey. Research the options you have and ask for tests if you think you might need them. This advice relates to the fertility journey in general.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Dan was willing to meet with me on my proactive fertility journey. I hadn't been diagnosed with infertility, but because of my age I went straight to IVF. I appreciate that Dan was open to me taking this path and he was great at talking through everything with my husband and me, even though it took us many months to take the next step in the journey.

Describe the protocols Dan Lebovic used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

We followed a fairly typical protocol for my age. I had done egg freezing previously, which had worked well, so a similar treatment strategy was used.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

The clinic is well run and is fairly similar to other large clinics that I've been to on the west coast. The only thing I wish they did differently is I wish their PGS testing center classified PGS-tested embryos as mosaic. Right now, they only classify them as normal or abnormal, and CRM won't transfer abnormally classified embryos. Most clinics follow the same approach for abnormals, but I wish they would go with a testing center that could tell if the abnormals were really mosaics.

Describe Dan Lebovic's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Dan recommended a single embryo transfer and after seeing the data, I agreed that it was the best option.

Doctor

Dan Lebovic

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Minneapolis

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Review of

Dan Lebovic Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2019, Unsuccessful

Age 30

3 Fertility Medications

European

East Asian

Income $50K - $99K

Nurse or HC Services

1st of 3 Docs

8 Fertility Medications With Other Docs

Doesn't Recommend

Unsuccessful

Review of

Mark Damario Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

I only got to see him [Dr. Mark Damario] once in our three failed cycles at CRM...I asked if I could try other things to help me produce more follicles at a faster rate because they took longer to grow and no one seemed to care what I thought...Nothing was adjusted to my body’s needs...not one person in the clinic or my Doctor had called me to check on me or continue care into the next step...I very much felt like a number.

[Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota] is professional and clean. Everyone was nice but felt like it was because they had to be. I felt a little rushed after my follicle checks/ office visits...They weren’t very up front with their costs. I had to pay a lot of money for blood work that was not discussed with me in detail what all the test meant...Only one specific nurse was very nice and genuine with me. She made me feel very comfortable and listened to me when my first cycle failed about trying or adding more medications into the mix.

How was your experience with Mark Damario at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Dr. Damario is professional and was nice at my initial consultation. He explained our next steps and was clear in what he wanted. I only got to see him once in our three failed cycles at CRM. I did feel like a number because I always had to reach out to them and I never got my blood work tested throughout my 3 cycles with them. Only at initial consultation. I asked if I could try other things to help me produce more follicles at a faster rate because they took longer to grow and no one seemed to care what I thought with my body. Nothing was adjusted to my body’s needs and therefore could of resulted in a pregnancy and not another failed cycle. Then after my three cycles were finished no one called me as usual and no one offered to discuss the next step with me. I very much felt like a number.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Mark Damario at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Be adamant of what you want and speak up if no one is listening to you.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Mark Damario at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

I only seen my Doctor once in the whole three cycles I have done at CRM; including all of the office visits, follicle scans. Also after the three FAILED cycles not one person in the clinic or my Doctor had called me to check on me or continue care into the next step.

Describe the protocols Mark Damario used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

Dr. Damario suggested we do three cycles of letrozole and ovidrel trigger with timed intercourse. No blood work occurred to check any of my levels. And or adjust medication. All three cycles resulted in 0 pregnancies. I did not even know if I ovulated because levels were not checked.

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Only one specific nurse was very nice and genuine with me. She made me feel very comfortable and listened to me when my first cycle failed about trying or adding more medications into the mix. After our talk it was brought up by me to another nurse to try other medications or up my dose and I was totally ignored. The other nurses were professional but made me feel like I was just a number.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

This clinic is professional and clean. Everyone was nice but felt like it was because they had to be. I felt a little rushed after my follicle checks/ office visits. If you don’t mind feeling like a number and having them call all the shots then go to this clinic , otherwise keep looking.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Mark Damario at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

$4500-$5,500 my whole time there. Out of pocket.

What specific things went wrong at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Failed to call with results
Failed to order appropriate test
Provided conflicting information
Scheduled the wrong procedure

Describe the specific things that went wrong at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

They weren’t very up front with their costs. I had to pay a lot of money for blood work that was not discussed with me in detail what all the test meant. Then I got billed for it later even though I already paid for the consult and follicle scan right away. All the tests they took at initial consult was never discussed with me about any of the results. They did not listen to me when I suggested we try higher doses or other medications. I never got tested during my cycles to see how well I ovulated or if I even ovulated. Or how well I was responding to the medications. I got my period after every failed cycle because I was on progesterone. After the failed cycles I never got a phone call to see how I was doing with another failed cycle or to discuss further treatment. They required my husband do another SA when I told them he had one, one year prior. And I provided them with his results. Which were excellent. I have spent thousands of dollars on failed cycles and nothing was ever adjusted and I felt like it was a waste of money.

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Mark Damario

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

St. Paul

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Review of

Mark Damario Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2016 - 2019, Successful

Age 34 - 37

1 IUI

European

Income $100K - $199K

Nurse or HC Services

2nd of 2 Docs

3 IUI With Other Docs

Doesn't Recommend

Successful

Review of

Colleen Casey Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

I did not feel that with my specific diagnosis’, communication, treatment modifications were made or evaluated on a per cycle basis. Treatment modification suggestions came from me and not the doctor [Dr. Casey].... Approachable and friendly. Easy to get follow-up appointments and willing to talk over the phone.... I had OHSS but was not taken seriously, I had to beg to be seen and treated.

Front desk staff [Ctr for Repro Med of MN], phlebotomist, and some nurses not very friendly and treat you like a number. When something is going on medically different, it’s hard to communicate with staff and hard to hear back from them or hard to feel like you’re being taken seriously.... Just sometimes failure to follow through with what they said they would do. You feel like you are bothering them if you have questions. They failed to call with beta results and call in prescriptions. I had to call a couple times to request them again.

How was your experience with Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Approachable and friendly. Easy to get follow-up appointments and willing to talk over the phone. Does not think outside the box or suggest alternative/Chinese medicine to help. Supplements are never discussed and not taken seriously, outside of take a prenatal.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Be your own advocate and do your research.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

I did not feel that with my specific diagnosis’, communication, treatment modifications were made or evaluated on a per cycle basis. Treatment modification suggestions came from me and not the doctor. I do not feel that treatment outside of prescribed medications (eg. diet modifications, supplements, Chinese medicine, etc.) were taken seriously when brought up by me. I had OHSS but was not taken seriously, I had to beg to be seen and treated.

Describe the protocols Colleen Casey used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

Gonal-f 75 Femara 5 Orividrel trigger Progesterone

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Treat you like a number. Most do not talk to you about anything other than treatment. Once, a nurse completely missed that there was fluid still in my uterus on cd10. I had to tell her what the ultrasound tech said.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Front desk staff, phlebotomist, and some nurses not very friendly and treat you like a number. When something is going on medically different, it’s hard to communicate with staff and hard to hear back from them or hard to feel like you’re being taken seriously.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

I don’t remember. A list was provided at the beginning of treatment what my ins covered with IUIs.

Describe Colleen Casey's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

What specific things went wrong at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Failed to call in prescriptions to pharmacy
Failed to call with results
Provided conflicting information
Failed to convey critical information

Describe the specific things that went wrong at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Just sometimes failure to follow through with what they said they would do. You feel like you are bothering them if you have questions. They failed to call with beta results and call in prescriptions. I had to call a couple times to request them again.

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Colleen Casey

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Minneapolis

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Review of

Colleen Casey Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2015 - 2019, Successful

Age 39 - 43

3 IVF

Unexplained

European

Black or African-American

Only Doc Seen

IUI With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Colleen Casey Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

She [Dr. Colleen Casey] is a straight talker...She's quick and efficient so have a list of questions ready. She will answer and if you don't have any ready you will feel like you are wasting time...able to focus on me and my personal health. Able to make recommendations for my specific conditions...She was able to recommend supplements that vastly improved egg quality for me and was able to steer me away from other ideas that weren't supported by science.

For me strengths [at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota] were it's close to home and has free parking. Weakness I feel like in the time I was going it got super busy. Toward the end I felt like some of the delay in treatment was due to the fact they had so many patients. I suppose that speaks to the quality of service, but sometimes it was frustrating because of course I wanted the treatment yesterday by the time I started.

How was your experience with Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

She is a straight talker that didn't shy away from though questions. She was able to recommend supplements that vastly improved egg quality for me and was able to steer me away from other ideas that weren't supported by science.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

She's quick and efficient so have a list of questions ready. She will answer and if you don't have any ready you will feel like you are wasting time.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Straight talk about women my age going through these procedures, but also able to focus on me and my personal health. Able to make recommendations for my specific conditions and things that may help or things/crazy internet ideas that just weren't scientifically supported.

Describe the protocols Colleen Casey used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

I don't remember any of the details, but I know during one of the three cycles they upped my medications. On the third cycle I was able to negotiate the ultrasounds and reduce the number. This really helped the whole process to be a bit more affordable and also saved me making so many appointments so I didn't have to miss work.

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Theresa was my favorite. I remember liking the entire staff and I always worked with different nurses. Everyone was friendly and able to answer questions. They always returned my calls in a timely manner.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

For me strengths were it's close to home and has free parking. Weakness I feel like in the time I was going it got super busy. Toward the end I felt like some of the delay in treatment was due to the fact they had so many patients. I suppose that speaks to the quality of service, but sometimes it was frustrating because of course I wanted the treatment yesterday by the time I started.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

About $20,000/cycle including medications. IVF + PGS + ICSI + FET

Describe Colleen Casey's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

I was prepared to get a sermon. In the end I was just asked what I wanted. I never had more than 2 PGS tested embryos and each time I elected a single.

Doctor

Colleen Casey

Humanity

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Minneapolis

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Review of

Colleen Casey Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2019, Unknown Success

Age 29

2 IUI

Diminished Ovarian Reserve

PCOS

European

Income $100K - $199K

Nurse or HC Services

2nd of 2 Docs

5 Fertility Medications With Other Docs

Neutral

Success w/ Doc Too early to know

Review of

Dan Lebovic Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Dr. Lebovic was very honest in my meetings with him, he was understanding and polite without sugar-coating anything. I only met with Dr. Lebovic for my consultation, all other visits have been done with nursing staff (including IUIs) so I feel like he is not quite as available for questions or concerns as I would like him to be (but I could also just be overly needy!).

Strength: I feel the clinic [Center for Repro Med of MN] staff (reception staff, nurses, and doctors) are extremely knowledgeable and compassionate. The clinic itself is very calm and tranquil, which is helpful when the reason for being at the clinic can be stressful. Weaknesses: Cost can be prohibitively expensive. I have no insurance coverage for IVF, so if our IUIs are unsuccessful I have chosen to use an IVF clinic out of state because the cost is so much cheaper than this clinic.

How was your experience with Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Don't expect him to be present at all visits or for all procedures.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Dr. Lebovic was very polite and listened to all of my concerns. I do feel like my initial consultation was quicker than I expected, which is also the only time I have been face-to-face with Dr. Lebovic. All other appointments and procedures have been with nursing staff.

Describe the protocols Dan Lebovic used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

My first IUI was done with 7.5 mg letrozole days 3-7. This was the same dosage I had been on previous cycles with my OBGYN and seemed to produce 1-2 dominant follicles each cycle, so we continued this dosage. I ovulate early, so I had my follicle check on day 10 with 2 follicles and triggered that night with Ovidrel 250 mcg. I had my IUI on day 12, though I feel that I ovulated too early. This cycle was unsuccessful. For my second IUI cycle, all medications and dosages were kept the same. Follicle check done on day 10, triggered on day 11 and IUI done on day 13. Currently in the waiting period to find out if we had success.

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Most of my face-to-face time at the clinic has been done with the nursing staff. All of the nurses I have worked with have been very knowledgeable and friendly. They are always able to answer my questions and are compassionate about my situation.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Strength: I feel the clinic staff (reception staff, nurses, and doctors) are extremely knowledgeable and compassionate. The clinic itself is very calm and tranquil, which is helpful when the reason for being at the clinic can be stressful. Weaknesses: Cost can be prohibitively expensive. I have no insurance coverage for IVF, so if our IUIs are unsuccessful I have chosen to use an IVF clinic out of state because the cost is so much cheaper than this clinic.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

IUI is covered under my insurance, but only up to $5000. After my first IUI, I had $3000 left which means I can only have 2.5 cycles covered by my insurance. For IVF, out of pocket cost was quoted as approximately $23,000 per cycle.

Doctor

Dan Lebovic

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Minneapolis

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Review of

Dan Lebovic Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2019, Successful

Age 27

1 IVF

Anovulation

PCOS

Tubal Blockage

Income $100K - $199K

Nurse or HC Services

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Dan Lebovic Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

We started with Letrozole/Clomid [with Dr. Lebovic], then moved to injectables. We ultimately chose to go with IVF which was a strenuous process but so worth it...IVF was a little added work/process but gave us better odds which is what we wanted - and now we are expecting after IVF and a frozen transfer!...was very diligent about providing us with reading material and resources on reasons for transferring one vs. two, but in the end, he respected our decision to transfer 2...did a great job of individualizing our plan of care. He made us feel like he wanted us to get pregnant just as badly as we wanted to.

Our primary nurse [at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota], Dana was unbelievably caring and was a great advocate for us and our care at the clinic...the clinic provided a financial advisor at the clinic to assist in the process...has great hours (weekends as well), easy communication for scheduling and communicating with nurses over the phone, and is a very nice, pleasant environment. The one thing I will say is I wish I would have had the majority of my interactions with 1 nurse. Have a new nurse every visit inhibits continuity of care. Each nurse has to "learn" about you and what your current plan is and where you are at in your current treatment cycle. I think the care provided would be much smoother and make the patient feel more comfortable and confident in their plan of care and treatment.

How was your experience with Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Dr. Lebovic is a very kind, caring and intelligent doctor. We felt very confident in his plans throughout our time working with him. He was very quick to respond when questions were asked. We knew that he would be able to help us get pregnant, and he did!

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Just make sure to be an advocate for yourself. There are a lot of patients at this clinic and at times the clinic seemed too busy to handle certain needs of ours which was frustrating at times. But with open communication and advocating for yourself as a patient, Dr. Lebovic and the clinic responded very well to our needs and desires.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

I felt like a human as Dr. Lebovic did a great job of individualizing our plan of care. He made us feel like he wanted us to get pregnant just as badly as we wanted to.

Describe the protocols Dan Lebovic used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

We started with Letrozole/Clomid, then moved to injectables. We ultimately chose to go with IVF which was a strenuous process but so worth it. The medications and injectables was a lot of work for 15-20% success rates monthly. IVF was a little added work/process but gave us better odds which is what we wanted - and now we are expecting after IVF and a frozen transfer!

Describe your experience with your nurse at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota. (Assigned nurse: Dana)

Our primary nurse, Dana was unbelievably caring and was a great advocate for us and our care at the clinic. The other nursing staff was spotty at times - most were extremely nice and caring and informative while others were not as friendly and not as forthcoming with information.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

The clinic has great hours (weekends as well), easy communication for scheduling and communicating with nurses over the phone, and is a very nice, pleasant environment. The one thing I will say is I wish I would have had the majority of my interactions with 1 nurse. Have a new nurse every visit inhibits continuity of care. Each nurse has to "learn" about you and what your current plan is and where you are at in your current treatment cycle. I think the care provided would be much smoother and make the patient feel more comfortable and confident in their plan of care and treatment.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

A lot of the medications and injections were covered by insurance. IVF and transferring was not covered by insurance but the clinic provided a financial advisor at the clinic to assist in the process.

Describe Dan Lebovic's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

We ultimately chose to transfer 2 embryos. Dr. Lebovic was very diligent about providing us with reading material and resources on reasons for transferring one vs. two, but in the end, he respected our decision to transfer 2.

What specific things went wrong at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Failed to inform you of changes in protocol
Failed to convey critical information

Describe the specific things that went wrong at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Just some poor communication when protocols needed to change - i.e. we were told we were having a fresh transfer after egg retrieval, then 1 day after the retrieval we were told we were going to have to wait a few months for a frozen transfer due to OHSS risk. In the end, I know it was the best plan, just wish it would have been better communicated that the fresh transfer may not be able to happen as planned depending on how many eggs are retrieved and my risk for OHSS.

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Dan Lebovic

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Minneapolis

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Dan Lebovic Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2018 - 2019, Successful

Age 31 - 32

3 IUI

1 IVF

PCOS

European

Income $100K - $199K

2nd of 2 Docs

11 Fertility Medications With Other Docs

Neutral

Successful

Review of

Dan Lebovic Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Lebovic did an amazing job responding to our emails and phone calls with questions. He is very gentle and seems to genuinely care about us. He also seemed understanding of the emotional turbulence that comes with treatment...was timely with after hours phone calls and emails. His gentle manner helped ease our anxiety on several occasions. He consistently did a good job explaining treatments and what to expect. His understanding of the stress physically and mentally was especially appreciated during this long and stressful process.

The nursing staff [at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota] was very hit or miss. Some nurses gave excellent, detailed care. Other nurses were short and at times rude if we had extra questions regarding our care...We did the Affirm program to pay for IVF. Highly recommend. I believe that is around 26000 for a live birth...Strength is Lebovic and the other doctors we encountered for procedures. The Weakness is some of the nurses and ultrasound techs that could work on their bed side manner. Especially during such a stressful and challenging time, a rude nurse can hurt more than it might otherwise.

How was your experience with Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Lebovic was timely with after hours phone calls and emails. His gentle manner helped ease our anxiety on several occasions. He consistently did a good job explaining treatments and what to expect. His understanding of the stress physically and mentally was especially appreciated during this long and stressful process.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Trust the process. Trust Lebovic. Reach out to him when you need support. Sometimes just hearing his words helped calm us down from the fear of infertility.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Lebovic did an amazing job responding to our emails and phone calls with questions. He is very gentle and seems to genuinely care about us. He also seemed understanding of the emotional turbulence that comes with treatment. At times, it felt like there were too many patients at the clinic because it took so long to schedule some of our appointments.

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

The nursing staff was very hit or miss. Some nurses gave excellent, detailed care. Other nurses were short and at times rude if we had extra questions regarding our care.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Strength is Lebovic and the other doctors we encountered for procedures. The Weakness is some of the nurses and ultrasound techs that could work on their bed side manner. Especially during such a stressful and challenging time, a rude nurse can hurt more than it might otherwise.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

We did the Affirm program to pay for IVF. Highly recommend. I believe that is around 26000 for a live birth.

What specific things went wrong at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Provided conflicting information

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Dan Lebovic

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Minneapolis

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Review of

Dan Lebovic Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2017 - 2019, Successful

Age 40 - 42

4 IUI

2 IVF

Male Factor

Unexplained

European

Income $100K - $199K

Only Doc Seen

Neutral

Successful

Review of

Colleen Casey Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Due to having our embryos tested, we only transferred one [with Dr. Colleen Casey]...She was direct and answered all questions I had. After my first retrieval when none of my embryos tested were healthy, I was devastated. After she called with the results I was able to get an appointment with her to discuss my options...At first I wasn’t sure I liked her, as she’s not super warm and fuzzy. But she was thorough and answered all of my questions with diagrams as well. She changed protocols as soon as my first stim cycle didn’t generate eggs as expected.

[Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota] worked hard to get appointments as needed. I even went in on thanksgiving - a nurse let me in! - for part of my cycle...We used an agonist protocol the 2nd time around, as the first time I didn’t have enough egg stimulation. I guess it’s normal to start off the way we did (I don’t remember all the details) but this seemed to work much better...Due to having our embryos tested, we only transferred one.

How was your experience with Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

If you want someone direct, she’s good. At first I wasn’t sure I liked her, as she’s not super warm and fuzzy. But she was thorough and answered all of my questions with diagrams as well. She changed protocols as soon as my first stim cycle didn’t generate eggs as expected.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Ask her about next steps if the first time around doesn’t work. Also ASK ABOUT TESTING! it made a world of difference for us and helps create a healthy pregnancy, in my perspective.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

She was direct and answered all questions I had. After my first retrieval when none of my embryos tested were healthy, I was devastated. After she called with the results I was able to get an appointment with her to discuss my options.

Describe the protocols Colleen Casey used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

We used an agonist protocol the 2nd time around, as the first time I didn’t have enough egg stimulation. I guess it’s normal to start off the way we did (I don’t remember all the details) but this seemed to work much better.

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

From my memory, most were wonderful.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Waiting room is hard to be in, but not sure how to make that better. I seemed to remember that they worked hard to get appointments as needed. I even went in on thanksgiving - a nurse let me in! - for part of my cycle.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Colleen Casey at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

My monitoring was all covered from my insurance. But meds and IVF procedures were not. It was incredibly expensive.

Describe Colleen Casey's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Due to having our embryos tested, we only transferred one.

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Colleen Casey

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Minneapolis

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Review of

Colleen Casey Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2019, Unknown Success

Age 32

1 Fertility Medications

PCOS

European

Doctor

2nd of 2 Docs

1 IUI With Other Docs

Neutral

Success w/ Doc Too early to know

Review of

Mark Damario Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

He is very thoughtful and methodical. He lays out all the options and explains things well and always answers our questions. He doesn't mince words. He allowed us to choose treatment steps that were best for us. ... I am just starting an IVF cycle and I will start on birth control pills, do follistim + generelix then trigger with hcg or lupron depending on my risk of OHSS at that time. We will have special sperm testing and if it looks ok we will not do ICSI. We plan on doing fresh transfer if possible.

There are two convenient locations and they [Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota] have a rule about patients not bringing children which is really nice. We sometimes felt a little unsure about the plan or things worked more slowly than we wanted. ... They [nursing staff] have been friendly so far and good communicators. They answered our questions. Sometimes response time is slower than I would like.

How was your experience with Mark Damario at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Mark Damario at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Have your questions ready ahead of time.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Mark Damario at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

He kept track of my history and he gave me options based on my priorities.

Describe the protocols Mark Damario used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

I am just starting an IVF cycle and I will start on birth control pills, do follistim + generelix then trigger with hcg or lupron depending on my risk of OHSS at that time. We will have special sperm testing and if it looks ok we will not do ICSI. We plan on doing fresh transfer if possible.

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

They have been friendly so far and good communicators. They answered our questions. Sometimes response time is slower than I would like.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

There are two convenient locations and they have a rule about patients not bringing children which is really nice. We sometimes felt a little unsure about the plan or things worked more slowly than we wanted.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Mark Damario at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Each IVF cycle is 15,000. FET is about 5,000. There is an insurance program that patients can apply to participate in.

Describe Mark Damario's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

He recommended single embryo transfer unless the quality of embryos is poor in which case we could transfer two embryos. He states he prefers single embryo transfer due to the risks associated with multiples.

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Mark Damario

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

St. Paul

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Review of

Mark Damario Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2019, Unknown Success

Age 36

Diminished Ovarian Reserve

Income $100K - $199K

Doctor

2nd of 2 Docs

3 IUI With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Success w/ Doc Too early to know

Review of

Meg Hopeman Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Dr. Hopeman treated my partner and I with empathy and respect. She carefully explained results and answered all questions without judgment. While we haven’t had success yet I feel she is rooting for us while also giving us reasonable expectations of what our results mean. ... Dr. Hopeman was great at getting back to us with any questions, so while we may not have seen her I never felt like we are a number. She does a really great job at explaining results and also explaining areas of the process where there just isn’t enough research. Her overall approach is very warm. I highly highly recommend her.

They [Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota] have set times when they do things so you often have to plan your day around that. The main area of weakness is you can’t speak to nursing staff directly, instead you have to leave a message. They are great at getting back within 24 hours or less and calling during set times (as in times you know you would be available). It can be a little stressful though if you do miss the call as you then will need to leave a message again.

How was your experience with Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

At this clinic you do not often see your provider. Dr. Hopeman was great at getting back to us with any questions, so while we may not have seen her I never felt like we are a number. She does a really great job at explaining results and also explaining areas of the process where there just isn’t enough research. Her overall approach is very warm. I highly highly recommend her.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

If you have a question just ask- she is great at explaining the process

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Describe the protocols Meg Hopeman used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

IUI with follistem

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Most of the nurses are great; however, some at times can be a little less understanding and can seem rushed or less willing to explain results.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

This is a great clinic overall. They have set times when they do things so you often have to plan your day around that. The main area of weakness is you can’t speak to nursing staff directly, instead you have to leave a message. They are great at getting back within 24 hours or less and calling during set times (as in times you know you would be available). It can be a little stressful though if you do miss the call as you then will need to leave a message again.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Insurance covered most except medications.

Describe Meg Hopeman's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

N/a

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Meg Hopeman

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Minneapolis

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Meg Hopeman Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2017 - 2019, Successful

Age 33 - 35

5 IUI

1 IVF

1 Egg Freezing

1 Embryo Freezing

Unexplained

East Asian

Income $100K - $199K

2nd of 2 Docs

5 IUI With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Neutral

Successful

Review of

Dan Lebovic Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Dr. Lebovic was always nice to us when we communicate or consult with him...is a knowledgeable specialist and professional. If you are lokking for a cheerleader he many not be for you, but he knows what can be done for treatments and we feel very fortunate that we were under his care...We had 5 IUI and 1 IVF under the care of Dr. Lebovic. We had an unknown cause of infertility. We have our daughter from IUI previously before we met Dr. Lebovic, so we agreed to start with IUI to begin with.

I was not a big fan of the reception at the clinic [Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota]. I did not feel so welcome when I check-in every single time. After checking-in I had to wait outside the clinic/downstairs to get them ready for me because I had a company(my daughter)...They [nurses] were nice to talk and communicate in person...We had 5 IUI and 1 IVF under the care of Dr. Lebovic. We had an unknown cause of infertility. We have our daughter from IUI previously before we met Dr. Lebovic, so we agreed to start with IUI to begin with.

How was your experience with Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Dr. Lebovic is a knowledgeable specialist and professional. If you are lokking for a cheerleader he many not be for you, but he knows what can be done for treatments and we feel very fortunate that we were under his care.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Know what you want and your limitations(time, cost, etc), and ask him any question you have in your mind. He will do his best to answer you.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Dr. Lebovic was always nice to us when we communicate or consult with him.

Describe the protocols Dan Lebovic used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

We had 5 IUI and 1 IVF under the care of Dr. Lebovic. We had an unknown cause of infertility. We have our daughter from IUI previously before we met Dr. Lebovic, so we agreed to start with IUI to begin with.

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

They were nice to talk and communicate in person.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

I was not a big fan of the reception at the clinic. I did not feel so welcome when I check-in every single time. After checking-in I had to wait outside the clinic/downstairs to get them ready for me because I had a company(my daughter). It was not convenient for me, but I do not intend to complain about it. I totally understand that they have lots of other eyes.

Describe your experience with your monitoring appointments at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Nothing specific to comment.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

I would assume that it is around 20K with 5 IUI and 1 IVF.

Describe Dan Lebovic's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Nothing to comment.

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Dan Lebovic

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Minneapolis

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Review of

Dan Lebovic Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2018 - 2019, Unknown Success

Age 35 - 36

4 IUI

1 IVF

Diminished Ovarian Reserve

European

Income $200K - $499K

Lawyer

Only Doc Seen

Neutral

Success w/ Doc Too early to know

Review of

Dan Lebovic Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

He [Dr. Dan Lebovic] is very dry. Sometimes he forgets the patient is not an expert like him. He is easy to reach by email. He calls jmmediatley with test results. He is very research based and will provide recommendations to you based on how he would advise his loved ones.... Antagonist protocol 300 gonal f 150 menopur centrotide and a dual trigger with Lupron 80 units. Second cycle he added HGH.

You do not see the same person twice [at Center for Reproductive Medicine of MN- Minneapolis]. They have a quick in and out process. Billing is very non aggressive. Front desk staff are very friendly and private. All doctors are knowledgeable and informative. Parking is free!!... He [Dr. Dan Lebovic] was willing to do three embryos for a three day fresh transfer... Approx 10k-12 k for an IVF cycle with insurance coverage for monitoring. Additional 2200 for pgs testing.

How was your experience with Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

He is very dry. Sometimes he forgets the patient is not an expert like him. He is easy to reach by email. He calls jmmediatley with test results. He is very research based and will provide recommendations to you based on how he would advise his loved ones.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Don't expect him to be very friendly. He is pretty down to business.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Protocol pretty standard and errors with it. However, he provided phone calls and emails as I needed to discuss.

Describe the protocols Dan Lebovic used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

Antagonist protocol 300 gonal f 150 menopur centrotide and a dual trigger with Lupron 80 units. Second cycle he added HGH.

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Saw many of the same nurses. One nurse did most of my procedures and she was great. They were helpful with directions and calling to follow up.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

You do not see the same person twice. They have a quick in and out process. Billing is very non aggressive. Front desk staff are very friendly and private. All doctors are knowledgeable and informative. Parking is free!!

Describe the costs associated with your care under Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Approx 10k-12 k for an IVF cycle with insurance coverage for monitoring. Additional 2200 for pgs testing.

Describe Dan Lebovic's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

He was willing to do three embryos for a three day fresh transfer

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Dan Lebovic

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Minneapolis

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Review of

Dan Lebovic Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2019, Successful

Age 39

1 IUI

Tubal Blockage

Unexplained

Income $50K - $99K

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Dan Lebovic Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

He [Dr. Dan Lebovic] walked us through each step, what needed to be done at each step such as taking the oral meds, injections and what the % of each working...was one of the most caring doctors I have ever met and worked with. He gave both myself and my husband the hope and reassurance to become a family. He was quick to respond to any questions or concerns that I had even over the weekend...I was so nervous and scarred that I was never going to be able to have a baby and Dr Lebovic supported us and made us feel that this was going to happen for us! New Patient Advice

They [The Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota] have the IUI process down to a perfect science. everyone was so nice and did such a great job explaining everything step by step no weaknesses great supports and care. Nurses got back to me very fast...He [Dr. Dan Lebovic] walked us through each step, what needed to be done at each step such as taking the oral meds, injections and what the % of each working

How was your experience with Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

The support and care we received from both Dr Lebovic was above and beyond anything we expected. Dr Lebovic was always quick to respond to my emails even over the weekend. I was so nervous and scarred that I was never going to be able to have a baby and Dr Lebovic supported us and made us feel that this was going to happen for us!

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

You will feel supported and get the best care. At my first appointment with Dr Lebovic I asked him if I was his daughter what would he say or do or the advice he would give his own daughter and he was 100% truthful when answering and said that is what he would tell his own daughter.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Dan Lebovic, MD was one of the most caring doctors I have ever met and worked with. He gave both myself and my husband the hope and reassurance to become a family. He was quick to respond to any questions or concerns that I had even over the weekend.

Describe the protocols Dan Lebovic used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

He walked us through each step, what needed to be done at each step such as taking the oral meds, injections and what the % of each working

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

They have the IUI process down to a perfect science. everyone was so nice and did such a great job explaining everything step by step no weaknesses great supports and care. Nurses got back to me very fast

Describe the costs associated with your care under Dan Lebovic at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

only co-pays

Describe Dan Lebovic's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

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Dan Lebovic

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Minneapolis

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Review of

Dan Lebovic Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2019, Unknown Success

Age 29

1 IVF

PCOS

Unexplained

European

Income $0 - $49K

Nurse or HC Services

2nd of 4 Docs

7 IUI With Other Docs

Neutral

Strongly Recommends

Success w/ Doc Too early to know

Review of

Meg Hopeman Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

She [Dr. Meg Hopeman] is very knowledgeable about her field of information. She was able To draw a uterus upside down to show us the process of stuff. Very down to earth person, comes out to the waiting room and gets her own pts...She is only wanting to transfer one embryo as my husband and I are both at risk for twins and we are only 30...At our first consult she googled where we were from, because she didn’t know our town. She asked me and my husband questions about our jobs. She has called me multiple times her self with my lab results

Price [at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota] seems with in average cost range. Billing department does a great job!...Easy to get to. I hate driving in the cities, but it’s an easy location and they send you directions. Lobby is very nice and relaxing. There is a little lack of communication with the registration staff and nurses as I hit traffic one day and was running late and I called but the front desk for got to tell the nurses...

How was your experience with Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

She is very knowledgeable about her field of information. She was able To draw a uterus upside down to show us the process of stuff. Very down to earth person, comes out to the waiting room and gets her own pts

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Don’t be afraid to ask questions

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

At our first consult she googled where we were from, because she didn’t know our town. She asked me and my husband questions about our jobs. She has called me multiple times her self with my lab results

Describe the protocols Meg Hopeman used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

We are doing IVF

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

We may see a different nurse each time but they have all taken the time to get to know me better

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Easy to get to. I hate driving in the cities, but it’s an easy location and they send you directions. Lobby is very nice and relaxing. There is a little lack of communication with the registration staff and nurses as I hit traffic one day and was running late and I called but the front desk for got to tell the nurses

Describe the costs associated with your care under Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Price seems with in average cost range. Billing department does a great job!

Describe Meg Hopeman's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

She is only wanting to transfer one embryo as my husband and I are both at risk for twins and we are only 30

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Meg Hopeman

Humanity

Communication

Frequency Seen

Trustworthiness

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Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

Minneapolis

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Review of

Meg Hopeman Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

2019, Successful

Age 34

European

Income $100K - $199K

1st of 2 Docs

1 IUI With Other Docs

1 IVF With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Neutral

Successful

Review of

Meg Hopeman Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

She [Dr. Meg Hopeman] was very kind and compassionate. We had a natural pregnancy before our transfer, which resulted in the stillbirth of our son Louis at 25 weeks. She was very kind...is very sincere, kind and compassionate, but CRM as a whole treats you like just a number. She listened, answered questions, and gave us a sense of hope during our FET cycle. She took the time to go over what the FET would look like, and gave us a recommendation on whether or not to transfer one or two embryos.

For an FET it runs about $5000 [at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota]...The strengths is that you don’t have to wait a long time from your appointment time. Dr. Hopeman truly had compassion. You could always get an appointment time when you needed it. The weakness, you feel shuffled around and just a number. There is a lack of empathy from the entire staff. You’re dealing with super broken and vulnerable people, so it would be nice to feel welcomed.

How was your experience with Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

I think Dr. Hopeman is very sincere, kind and compassionate, but CRM as a whole treats you like just a number. She listened, answered questions, and gave us a sense of hope during our FET cycle. She took the time to go over what the FET would look like, and gave us a recommendation on whether or not to transfer one or two embryos.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Bring a notebook full of questions to ask during the consultation.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

She was very kind and compassionate. We had a natural pregnancy before our transfer, which resulted in the stillbirth of our son Louis at 25 weeks. She was very kind.

Describe the protocols Meg Hopeman used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

Birth Control for three weeks, Lupron, then Etrace, then PIO shots

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

They are pretty cold. I did have one during my lining check that was very kind and compassionate.

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

The strengths is that you don’t have to wait a long time from your appointment time. Dr. Hopeman truly had compassion. You could always get an appointment time when you needed it. The weakness, you feel shuffled around and just a number. There is a lack of empathy from the entire staff. You’re dealing with super broken and vulnerable people, so it would be nice to feel welcomed.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Meg Hopeman at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

For an FET it runs about $5000.

Describe Meg Hopeman's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

She said after a stillborn experience, we should only transfer one.

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Joshua Kapfhamer Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota

He [Dr. Joshua Kapfhamer] is extremely warm, compassionate, and professional. He took the time to meet with us after a follicle monitoring appointment, even when we had no appointment scheduled. He reassured us big time and was so helpful. We would recommend him to anyone and everyone!...Antagonist protocol - kept doses low due to high AMH IVF w/ICSI PGT-SR testing (due to known balanced translocation) 1st FET of one embryo resulted in successful pregnancy!

This clinic [Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota] is extremely organized and well run! They were very prompt when we arrived for appointments. They also answer phone calls very quickly, which is great! Weaknesses- sometimes the appointments were so quick and we felt like we didn't get as much direction as we would have liked...Recommended single embryo transfer, as embryos were genetically tested...Antagonist protocol - kept doses low due to high AMH IVF w/ICSI PGT-SR testing (due to known balanced translocation) 1st FET of one embryo resulted in successful pregnancy!

How was your experience with Joshua Kapfhamer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

He is extremely warm, compassionate, and professional. He took the time to meet with us after a follicle monitoring appointment, even when we had no appointment scheduled. He reassured us big time and was so helpful. We would recommend him to anyone and everyone!

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Joshua Kapfhamer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

Trust him- he knows what he is doing!

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Joshua Kapfhamer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota?

He ALWAYS took the time to listen to us and address our concerns. We never felt like a number/another patient on his caseload. He is very compassionate and warm!!!

Describe the protocols Joshua Kapfhamer used in your cycles at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota and their degree of success.

Antagonist protocol - kept doses low due to high AMH IVF w/ICSI PGT-SR testing (due to known balanced translocation) 1st FET of one embryo resulted in successful pregnancy!

Describe your experience with Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

This clinic is extremely organized and well run! They were very prompt when we arrived for appointments. They also answer phone calls very quickly, which is great! Weaknesses- sometimes the appointments were so quick and we felt like we didn't get as much direction as we would have liked.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Joshua Kapfhamer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Retrieval - $12-15K? Transfer - $4K

Describe Joshua Kapfhamer's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Center for Reproductive Medicine of Minnesota.

Recommended single embryo transfer, as embryos were genetically tested

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