Columbia University

[Dr. Brady] always answered my questions promptly and thoroughly. I never felt like "just a number" or that my case wasn't getting the attention it deserved...was thorough in examining my medical history and bloodwork, detailed in explaining the course of treatment, and compassionate when I suffered a chemical pregnancy. She set expectations in a realistic way and seemed to share in our joy when we had that positive pregnancy test result...

I visited [Columbia University's] Manhattan and Scarsdale (satellite) offices...visiting such clean, sanitary offices was very much appreciated. The offices were well run and the wait times were never more than 10-15 minutes. I liked the availability of early morning monitoring appointments, so as not to miss any of the workday...We tried three timed intercourse cycles with letrozole and ovidrel. The second cycle resulted in a chemical pregnancy but, because everything seemed to be working as it should, we did not adjust the medications. The third cycle was successful.

How was your experience with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr. Brady was thorough in examining my medical history and bloodwork, detailed in explaining the course of treatment, and compassionate when I suffered a chemical pregnancy. She set expectations in a realistic way and seemed to share in our joy when we had that positive pregnancy test result.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Feel free to ask any questions you have. Dr. Brady is so knowledgeable and, importantly, able to distill that knowledge in an understandable way for non-doctors.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr. Brady, nurse Madison, and the rest of the team always answered my questions promptly and thoroughly. I never felt like "just a number" or that my case wasn't getting the attention it deserved.

Describe the protocols Paula Brady used in your cycles at Columbia University and their degree of success.

We tried three timed intercourse cycles with letrozole and ovidrel. The second cycle resulted in a chemical pregnancy but, because everything seemed to be working as it should, we did not adjust the medications. The third cycle was successful.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Columbia University. (Assigned nurse: Madison)

Madison was compassionate, extremely responsive, and helpful.

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

I visited the clinic's Manhattan and Scarsdale (satellite) offices. Especially in COVID times, visiting such clean, sanitary offices was very much appreciated. The offices were well run and the wait times were never more than 10-15 minutes. I liked the availability of early morning monitoring appointments, so as not to miss any of the workday.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Paula Brady at Columbia University.

I believe each cycle was approximately $1,500 after insurance adjustments.

Describe Paula Brady's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Columbia University.

n/a

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Paula Brady

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Communication

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10

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Columbia University

New York

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2020, Successful

10

Age 35

2 IUI

Income $100K - $199K

Graphic Designer

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Dr.Brady is incredibly patient and makes you feel relaxed right away. When you leave a visit you feel like all your questions were answered. I appreciate her honesty and she's clearly very knowledgable...is incredibly patient and makes you feel relaxed right away. When you leave a visit you feel like all your questions were answered. I appreciate her honesty and she's clearly very knowledgable.

I always felt comfortable at the clinic [Columbia University]. They have a very professional, friendly and mindful staff. I appreciated their high standards during covid times. The office always seemed very clean and never crowded. On average there would be 2 other people in the waiting area. In general there weren't every any crazy wait times. I think one time I had to wait 20 mins at the most.

How was your experience with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr.Brady is incredibly patient and makes you feel relaxed right away. When you leave a visit you feel like all your questions were answered. I appreciate her honesty and she's clearly very knowledgable.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Paula Brady at Columbia University?

You should feel comfortable and be open. Ask anything that's on your mind

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr.Brady always listened patiently, answered all of my questions, and made me feel comfortable. I could email her any time I had a question and she would respond fairly quickly.

Describe the protocols Paula Brady used in your cycles at Columbia University and their degree of success.

She had us get a bunch of testing at first (blood test, genetics, STDS). When everything came back normal, we started the IUI process. I was told to take Clomid for 5 days and then inject myself with Ovedril one time. This didn't work the first month, so she doubled my intake of Clomid for the second cycle, and then again I had to inject myself with Ovedril. Giving myself an injection was terrifying. I don't like needles. But I'm pregnant now so I guess it was worth it.

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

I always felt comfortable at the clinic. They have a very professional, friendly and mindful staff. I appreciated their high standards during covid times. The office always seemed very clean and never crowded. On average there would be 2 other people in the waiting area. In general there weren't every any crazy wait times. I think one time I had to wait 20 mins at the most.

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Paula Brady

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10

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Columbia University

New York

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Review of

2019 - 2020, Successful

10

Age 36 - 37

1 Embryo Freezing

Middle Eastern

Income $100K - $199K

Only Doc Seen

IVF With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Dr. Brady and her team were communicating with me, answering all my questions and listening to my concerns...was kind, caring and at the same time up to the point. I got into the IVF world with no knowledge about it and she patiently explained everything to me. She is very calm, always smiling and ready to answer questions. When the COVID pandemic started she called us herself to explain the situation and help us understand what to expect.

I was a bit nervous about how to inject myself and their [Columbia University's] trainings really helped me....She [nurse] was always available (either over the phone or via email) and she made sure I understood her points clearly. She was very quick to respond...Dr. Brady was kind, caring and at the same time up to the point. I got into the IVF world with no knowledge about it and she patiently explained everything to me. She is very calm, always smiling and ready to answer questions. When the

How was your experience with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr. Brady was kind, caring and at the same time up to the point. I got into the IVF world with no knowledge about it and she patiently explained everything to me. She is very calm, always smiling and ready to answer questions. When the COVID pandemic started she called us herself to explain the situation and help us understand what to expect.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Ask all your questions clearly and don't expect her to explain everything to you without asking. And that's stating the obvious because doctors can't guess what you know or you don't.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr. Brady and her team were communicating with me, answering all my questions and listening to my concerns.

Describe the protocols Paula Brady used in your cycles at Columbia University and their degree of success.

I don't clearly remember. I just remember that I was a bit nervous about how to inject myself and their trainings really helped me.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Columbia University. (Assigned nurse: The nurse changed once or twice)

The last nurse I remember was Destiny Franklin. She was always available (either over the phone or via email) and she made sure I understood her points clearly. She was very quick to respond.

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

The staff or very organized and kind. The only thing I would recommend is to be very clear with your questions. The staff are used to following their routine and therefore sometimes miss your questions. Once I was there to ask a question and they automatically sent me to a room to draw my blood and do the tests.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Paula Brady at Columbia University.

I really don't remember. It was not cheap but definitely not mind-blowing as well.

10

Doctor

Paula Brady

Humanity

Communication

Frequency Seen

Trustworthiness

Compassion

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10

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Columbia University

New York

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Review of

2021 - 2022, Successful

9

10

Age 30 - 31

2 Fertility Medications

PCOS

European

Income $500K+

Business Executive

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Dr Rudick took the time to throughly explain every detail, allotted a full hour for our initial results review and answered every question, and was always encouraging and easy to reach...she always found time for you and answered every question in a scientific way...ovulation induction using letrozole. The first time took too long, so she upped my dose the second time. I was then closely monitored every two days until the egg was just the right size, then took a trigger shot, and then timed intercourse...

They [nurses at Columbia University] were wonderful, organized, fast, helpful and I could not have imagined being in a better environment to go through this difficult process...Great and easy to use portal, could do everything via email (so never had to call), they arranged all of the medication and financials, and always had slots if you needed to do a blood test or ultrasound. Best part - for any appointment - I was in and out in less than 20 minutes!...

How was your experience with Briana Rudick at Columbia University?

I would only have positive things to say about Dr Rudick - I had seen another doctor prior to her, and unlike other doctors, she always found time for you and answered every question in a scientific way.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Briana Rudick at Columbia University?

Ask all of the questions you could possibly want!

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Briana Rudick at Columbia University?

Dr Rudick took the time to throughly explain every detail, allotted a full hour for our initial results review and answered every question, and was always encouraging and easy to reach.

Describe the protocols Briana Rudick used in your cycles at Columbia University and their degree of success.

I went through ovulation induction using letrozole. The first time took too long, so she upped my dose the second time. I was then closely monitored every two days until the egg was just the right size, then took a trigger shot, and then timed intercourse

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Columbia University.

They were wonderful, organized, fast, helpful and I could not have imagined being in a better environment to go through this difficult process

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

Great and easy to use portal, could do everything via email (so never had to call), they arranged all of the medication and financials, and always had slots if you needed to do a blood test or ultrasound. Best part - for any appointment - I was in and out in less than 20 minutes!

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Briana Rudick

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10

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Columbia University

New York

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Iris Insogna Columbia University

2022, Successful

10

9

Age 39

3 IUI

Cancer

European

Income $100K - $199K

Teacher

1st of 3 Docs

IVF With Other Docs

Egg Freezing With Other Docs (cancer)

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Dr. Insogna was very warm and encouraging. She was readily accessible over email and explained answers to my questions thoroughly...I felt comfortable in her care and trusted her. She helped ease my anxiety and addressed any concerns I had. She explained things thoroughly and in a way that made sense...I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Insogna...

The clinic [Columbia University] runs efficiently, is clean and welcoming. I froze my eggs there before cancer treatment and thawed them to crest embryos 5 years later. Both of my experiences at this clinic were positive and I trusted the doctors and nurses who took care of me...all the nurses I came into contact with were professional and communicated well. Madeline was responsive when communicating via email...

How was your experience with Iris Insogna at Columbia University?

I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Insogna. I felt comfortable in her care and trusted her. She helped ease my anxiety and addressed any concerns I had. She explained things thoroughly and in a way that made sense.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Iris Insogna at Columbia University?

I would tell them to trust her and to not be afraid to ask questions to address any concerns you have.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Iris Insogna at Columbia University?

Dr. Insogna was very warm and encouraging. She was readily accessible over email and explained answers to my questions thoroughly.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Columbia University. (Assigned nurse: Madeline Bellinger)

Madeline and all the nurses I came into contact with were professional and communicated well. Madeline was responsive when communicating via email.

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

The clinic runs efficiently, is clean and welcoming. I froze my eggs there before cancer treatment and thawed them to crest embryos 5 years later. Both of my experiences at this clinic were positive and I trusted the doctors and nurses who took care of me.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Iris Insogna at Columbia University.

I have a lifetime maximum of $10,000 with my health insurance plan, so much of my care was covered. However, the clinic is holding $2000 on a credit card no in case I went over that maximum, so we are still in the process of figuring out how much we will owe out of pocket.

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Iris Insogna

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9

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Columbia University

New York

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Iris Insogna Columbia University

2021 - 2022, Successful

9

10

Age 29 - 30

2 IVF

Endometriosis

Latinx

1st of 2 Docs

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Dr. Brady was optimistic but realistic about my goals and what to expect. She was very thorough in explaining the entire IVF process for me. Dr Brady often listened to my concerns and offered me alternatives. When she wasn’t available Dr Brady ensured that the provider in charge was fully up to date with treatment plans and history. She has great bedside manner and was very warm with me during my interactions with her.

The clinic [Columbia University] is very efficient, morning monitoring appointments we’re always quick. The clinic team work and communicate effectively making it easier as a patient. The clinic ensured that I had all the information needed...Madison [nurse] was sweet and informative...Dr Brady made sure to answer all of my questions and was very patient with me through out the process...

How was your experience with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

From the very beginning Dr. Brady was optimistic but realistic about my goals and what to expect. She was very thorough in explaining the entire IVF process for me. Dr Brady often listened to my concerns and offered me alternatives. When she wasn’t available Dr Brady ensured that the provider in charge was fully up to date with treatment plans and history. She has great bedside manner and was very warm with me during my interactions with her.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Don’t feel shy to ask questions if you aren’t sure or confused about the process!

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr Brady made sure to answer all of my questions and was very patient with me through out the process.

Describe the protocols Paula Brady used in your cycles at Columbia University and their degree of success.

I did two transfers, one natural and one medicated. The medicated included lupron, estrogen and progesterone injections.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Columbia University. (Assigned nurse: Madison)

Madison was sweet and informative

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

The clinic is very efficient, morning monitoring appointments we’re always quick. The clinic team work and communicate effectively making it easier as a patient. The clinic ensured that I had all the information needed.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Paula Brady at Columbia University.

Transfer retrieval medication costs

Describe Paula Brady's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Columbia University.

Dr Brady transferred one embryo at a time.

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Paula Brady

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10

Clinic

Columbia University

New York

Operations

Scheduling

Billing Department

Nursing Staff

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Educational Resources

Review of

2021, Successful

10

Age 31

1 IVF

Unexplained

European

Income $200K - $499K

Accountant

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Dr Brady has excellent bedside manner and always spoke to me with great respect. She never talks down to patients and is calm and reassuring, while being informative and direct...She is quick to communicate reasonable plans of action, and she always takes the time to explain the science and reasoning behind her suggestions...Just be informed that you will not always see Dr. Brady at appointments...

CUFC is a clean, well-oiled machine. I never had to wait long for appointments and all staff members (nurses, doctors) treated me with respect and kindness. Only thing I would “caution” others is that the doctors/nurses you see during appointments will vary....[nurse was] quick to respond to emails and compassionate with her communication...Just be informed that you will not always see Dr. Brady at appointments...

How was your experience with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr. Brady is an awesome doctor, and we are very happy we saw her for our fertility journey. She is quick to communicate reasonable plans of action, and she always takes the time to explain the science and reasoning behind her suggestions.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Just be informed that you will not always see Dr. Brady at appointments.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr Brady has excellent bedside manner and always spoke to me with great respect. She never talks down to patients and is calm and reassuring, while being informative and direct.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Columbia University. (Assigned nurse: Madison)

Madison is great also - quick to respond to emails and compassionate with her communication.

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

CUFC is a clean, well-oiled machine. I never had to wait long for appointments and all staff members (nurses, doctors) treated me with respect and kindness. Only thing I would “caution” others is that the doctors/nurses you see during appointments will vary - this was not an issue to me.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Paula Brady at Columbia University.

Mostly covered by insurance and paid only a few grand OOP.

Describe Paula Brady's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Columbia University.

Dr. Brady suggested eSET and we agreed. It resulted in the successful birth of my son.

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Paula Brady

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10

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Columbia University

New York

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Review of

2020 - 2021, Successful

10

9

Age 39 - 40

Income $200K - $499K

Consultant

Only Doc Seen

IVF With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Dr. Brady was communicative and patient, and also direct and candid. When my first transfer failed, she immediately provided a possible solution in order to enhance the chances of transfer success. She was proactive and effective in her handling of each step and addressing issues when they arise...Dr. Brady believes in eSET and I think she only operates on that basis...

The clinic [Columbia University] operates with efficiency. It could be hard to just call and get hold of a nurse. But they do reach out with necessary information and follow up when needed. It worked well for me. The nurses who draw blood and take urine samples work hard and very nice and patient...The nursing staff are efficient and helpful....

How was your experience with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr. Brady was communicative and patient, and also direct and candid. When my first transfer failed, she immediately provided a possible solution in order to enhance the chances of transfer success. She was proactive and effective in her handling of each step and addressing issues when they arise.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Do homework and research about the IVF process and ask more question if you can.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr. Paula Brady is professional and compassionate. I received excellent treatment under her care.

Describe the protocols Paula Brady used in your cycles at Columbia University and their degree of success.

After the first transfer cycle failed, Dr. Brady suggested going through a test called ERA, and I believe it was helpful in deciding the precise implantation window.

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Columbia University.

The nursing staff are efficient and helpful.

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

The clinic operates with efficiency. It could be hard to just call and get hold of a nurse. But they do reach out with necessary information and follow up when needed. It worked well for me. The nurses who draw blood and take urine samples work hard and very nice and patient.

Describe Paula Brady's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Columbia University.

Dr. Brady believes in eSET and I think she only operates on that basis.

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Doctor

Paula Brady

Humanity

Communication

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9

Clinic

Columbia University

New York

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Review of

2020 - 2021, Successful

10

Age 27 - 28

1 Embryo Freezing

Ashkenazi Jewish

Middle Eastern

Income $50K - $99K

2nd of 2 Docs

IVF With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Dr Brady was very good. At first I was a bit hesitant simply because she seemed young. But she is really competent and explains everything. She doesn't rush you through. She gives you the time you need while answering each question clearly and directly...Dr Brady did not want to try more than one transfer, as it still wasn't entirely clear what may have been causing the infertility. Therefore, so as not to waste precious embryos, Dr Brady advised against multiple transfers....

They [Columbia University] are competent, appointments were smooth. Staff were personable and sweet and encouraging...Total cost for entire treatment- Retrieval of Eggs, Fertilization and Transfer of one Embryo ran up to about 13-14 thousand, besides 2-3 thousand in medication costs...[nurses were] Quick to respond and arrange everything necessary...

How was your experience with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr Brady was very good. At first I was a bit hesitant simply because she seemed young. But she is really competent and explains everything. She doesn't rush you through. She gives you the time you need while answering each question clearly and directly. I couldn't have had a better experience with Dr Brady.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Don't hesitate. Go for her!

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr Brady and her staff were very warm, very understanding and in touch with my personal feelings.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Columbia University. (Assigned nurse: Destiny Franklin)

Sweet. Quick to respond and arrange everything necessary.

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

They are great. Can't think of any downside, although I haven't been anywhere else for these treatments to be able to compare to. They are competent, appointments were smooth. Staff were personable and sweet and encouraging.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Paula Brady at Columbia University.

Total cost for entire treatment- Retrieval of Eggs, Fertilization and Transfer of one Embryo ran up to about 13-14 thousand, besides 2-3 thousand in medication costs. It was about what we expected.

Describe Paula Brady's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Columbia University.

In my particular situation especially, Dr Brady did not want to try more than one transfer, as it still wasn't entirely clear what may have been causing the infertility. Therefore, so as not to waste precious embryos, Dr Brady advised against multiple transfers.

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Paula Brady

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10

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Columbia University

New York

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Review of

2019 - 2020, Successful

10

9

Age 41 - 42

2 IVF

Ashkenazi Jewish

Latinx

Income $500K+

Business Executive

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Dr. Brady is one of the kindest and most forthright doctors I've ever worked with. She was transparent and direct, providing transparent information about all my options, the risks and the underlying statistics. She was patient, direct and honest. I recommend her wholeheartedly...Egg retrieval, IVF and embryo transfer. We had to do 2 cycles. And we did planned IVF transfer...She answered all my questions clearly and was very direct with what to expect.

Madison [nurse at Columbia University] was amazing. She always responded to my emails and was patient in helping me understand treatment steps and troubleshoot any challenges...Monitoring was generally a well oiled machine. Things generally ran promptly and efficiently...The clinic is clean and organized. Appointments generally ran prompt and self-scheduling option is very convenient. The medical assistants and clinical staff are kind and responsive. There were times that the admin staff were not as polite as I would have liked. Nothing terrible but it was a bit disappointing.

How was your experience with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr. Brady is one of the kindest and most forthright doctors I've ever worked with. She was transparent and direct, providing transparent information about all my options, the risks and the underlying statistics. She was patient, direct and honest. I recommend her wholeheartedly.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr. Brady was kind, caring and honest. She answered all my questions clearly and was very direct with what to expect.

Describe the protocols Paula Brady used in your cycles at Columbia University and their degree of success.

Egg retrieval, IVF and embryo transfer. We had to do 2 cycles. And we did planned IVF transfer.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Columbia University. (Assigned nurse: Madison Leffler )

Madison was amazing. She always responded to my emails and was patient in helping me understand treatment steps and troubleshoot any challenges.

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

The clinic is clean and organized. Appointments generally ran prompt and self-scheduling option is very convenient. The medical assistants and clinical staff are kind and responsive. There were times that the admin staff were not as polite as I would have liked. Nothing terrible but it was a bit disappointing.

Describe your experience with your monitoring appointments at Columbia University.

Monitoring was generally a well oiled machine. Things generally ran promptly and efficiently.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Paula Brady at Columbia University.

Costs were minimal. Mostly everything was covered by my insurance.

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Paula Brady

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9

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Columbia University

New York

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Scheduling

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Review of

2020, Successful

10

9

Age 38

Diminished Ovarian Reserve

European

Income $100K - $199K

2nd of 2 Docs

1 IVF With Other Docs

Donor Sperm

LGBTQ+

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Dr. Brady was incredibly responsive to my partner and I. She acknowledged and directly addressed our concerns, she was curious to hear about and eager to talk through the real life issues that were factoring into our decision-making about our fertility process, and I never felt like I had to exclude any part of myself in talking through our process with her...was knowledgable, warm, and responsive. My partner and I felt so taken care of throughout our fertility process, and knew we could ask for guidance every step of the way. I would highly recommend working with her to anyone.

This clinic [Columbia University] is well organized, thoughtful, and felt very "On top of it". My partner and I had been to other clinics that were very much a counterpoint to this. At Columbia, we were guided through the complex process of IVF and offered information that enabled us to make informed decisions each step of the way...Our Care Coordinator was organized, efficient, and very responsive. We were able to email directly, which was a huge help.

How was your experience with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr. Brady was knowledgable, warm, and responsive. My partner and I felt so taken care of throughout our fertility process, and knew we could ask for guidance every step of the way. I would highly recommend working with her to anyone.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr. Brady was incredibly responsive to my partner and I. She acknowledged and directly addressed our concerns, she was curious to hear about and eager to talk through the real life issues that were factoring into our decision-making about our fertility process, and I never felt like I had to exclude any part of myself in talking through our process with her.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Columbia University.

Our Care Coordinator was organized, efficient, and very responsive. We were able to email directly, which was a huge help.

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

This clinic is well organized, thoughtful, and felt very "On top of it". My partner and I had been to other clinics that were very much a counterpoint to this. At Columbia, we were guided through the complex process of IVF and offered information that enabled us to make informed decisions each step of the way.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Paula Brady at Columbia University.

We were insured and our IVF care was mostly covered by insurance. There were a few medications we needed to pay for out of pocket.

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Doctor

Paula Brady

Humanity

Communication

Frequency Seen

LGBTQ+ Care

Compassion

Explained risks

Adaptability

9

Clinic

Columbia University

New York

Operations

Scheduling

Billing Department

Nursing Staff

LGBTQ+ Care

Clinic Atmosphere

Educational Resources

Review of

2019 - 2020, Successful

10

Age 37 - 38

3 IUI

2 IVF

Diminished Ovarian Reserve

Income $200K - $499K

Marketer or PR

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Dr Brady has a great way of communicating in context. It's overwhelming information and she helped me understand my results, things to expect, etc. I always felt heard and understood...I've never had a doctor take the time and be so available. She answered all my questions and most of the time got ahead of them. She was extremely accommodating and understanding to any requests I had. Above all, she felt like a partner - I trusted her and felt like she really cared...

The staff [at Columbia University] is awesome. My primary care team was always accessible, got answers for me fast and were incredibly friendly...The only additional cost I paid for was elective genetic screening. Everything else was covered under my insurance...The clinic is run really efficiently. I never waited more than 5/10 minutes. Appointment times were easy to get and everyone from front desk, to nurses to doctors were incredibly nice and caring. The financial counselors were also incredible. They worked directly with my insurance and I really had very little to do on my own. They really know what they're doing and in an environment where timing is everything, they get it done.

How was your experience with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

I've never had a doctor take the time and be so available. She answered all my questions and most of the time got ahead of them. She was extremely accommodating and understanding to any requests I had. Above all, she felt like a partner - I trusted her and felt like she really cared.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr Brady has a great way of communicating in context. It's overwhelming information and she helped me understand my results, things to expect, etc. I always felt heard and understood.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Columbia University. (Assigned nurse: Karen Tom and Destiny Franklin )

The staff is awesome. My primary care team was always accessible, got answers for me fast and were incredibly friendly.

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

The clinic is run really efficiently. I never waited more than 5/10 minutes. Appointment times were easy to get and everyone from front desk, to nurses to doctors were incredibly nice and caring. The financial counselors were also incredible. They worked directly with my insurance and I really had very little to do on my own. They really know what they're doing and in an environment where timing is everything, they get it done.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Paula Brady at Columbia University.

The only additional cost I paid for was elective genetic screening. Everything else was covered under my insurance.

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Paula Brady

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Columbia University

New York

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Review of

2019, Unsuccessful

10

Age 34

1 IVF

Male Factor

Ashkenazi Jewish

Income $100K - $199K

Teacher

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Unsuccessful

Review of

While I haven’t seen her for very long, she immediately made my husband and I feel comfortable in her care. She is very knowledgeable but still took the time to confer with her colleagues about some rare situations with our case and let us know that. Dr. Brady always answers emails and phone calls the same day, no matter how many times we email or how many questions we ask!... Do not hesitate to email her directly or to ask questions.

This clinic [Columbia University] has been amazing! They are very helpful and easy to reach. While it can be very crowded on the weekend for morning monitoring, during the week monitoring goes very quickly and is easy to schedule.... Very quick and thorough in communication!... Dr. Brady always answers emails and phone calls the same day, no matter how many times we email or how many questions we ask!... Do not hesitate to email her

How was your experience with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

While I haven’t seen her for very long, she immediately made my husband and I feel comfortable in her care. She is very knowledgeable but still took the time to confer with her colleagues about some rare situations with our case and let us know that. Dr. Brady always answers emails and phone calls the same day, no matter how many times we email or how many questions we ask!

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Do not hesitate to email her directly or to ask questions.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

She is very personable and answers emails and phone calls very quickly.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Columbia University. (Assigned nurse: Karen )

Very quick and thorough in communication!

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

This clinic has been amazing! They are very helpful and easy to reach. While it can be very crowded on the weekend for morning monitoring, during the week monitoring goes very quickly and is easy to schedule.

10

Doctor

Paula Brady

Humanity

Communication

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Trustworthiness

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10

Clinic

Columbia University

New York

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Review of

2020 - 2023, Successful

10

Age 42 - 45

1 IUI

3 IVF

Donor Eggs

Diminished Ovarian Reserve

Male Factor

Poor Egg Quality

European

Income $200K - $499K

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

I can’t recommend Dr. Bishop highly enough. She always explained things clearly, and was extremely responsive to my questions and concerns. I always felt like she was rooting for me and genuinely cared about my success. She always treated me with respect and consideration...Dr. Bishop was extremely responsive to my questions and concerns. She also always took my preferences into account. I always felt listened to and valued.

Great experience all around [at Columbia University]. All of the nurses and techs were consistently kind, warm, and supportive. I rarely had to wait long for appointments, and got results very quickly. The embryology success rates with thawing and fertilization were excellent. Highly recommended...The clinic only does single embryo transfer with well graded embryos because of the risks associated with multiple births. I agreed with and was comfortable with this approach.

How was your experience with Lauren Bishop at Columbia University?

I can’t recommend Dr. Bishop highly enough. She always explained things clearly, and was extremely responsive to my questions and concerns. I always felt like she was rooting for me and genuinely cared about my success. She always treated me with respect and consideration.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Lauren Bishop at Columbia University?

Don’t be afraid to ask questions or express a preference for care- she will listen to you.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Lauren Bishop at Columbia University?

Dr. Bishop was extremely responsive to my questions and concerns. She also always took my preferences into account. I always felt listened to and valued.

Describe the protocols Lauren Bishop used in your cycles at Columbia University and their degree of success.

I don’t remember all the details but we used a combination of menopur and gonal in all my own cycles, and also tried microdose of lupron. For my last cycle of IVF with my own eggs we tried a lower dose of the first two. For my donor egg cycles, we did a modified natural cycle with monitoring to see when I ovulated, a trigger shot, and progesterone suppositories. I appreciated very much getting to do a natural cycle.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Columbia University. (Assigned nurse: Kristina Cujoe)

Very responsive, kind, and helpful!

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

Great experience all around. All of the nurses and techs were consistently kind, warm, and supportive. I rarely had to wait long for appointments, and got results very quickly. The embryology success rates with thawing and fertilization were excellent. Highly recommended!

Describe the costs associated with your care under Lauren Bishop at Columbia University.

Mostly covered by my insurance but paid about $8000 total for various uncovered parts. Donor eggs were most expensive but separate from clinic costs- we ended using lots of 6 eggs from 3 different donors and each lot was about $17,000.

Describe Lauren Bishop's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Columbia University.

The clinic only does single embryo transfer with well graded embryos because of the risks associated with multiple births. I agreed with and was comfortable with this approach.

10

Doctor

Lauren Bishop

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Communication

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10

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Columbia University

New York

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Review of

Ashley Wiltshire Columbia University

2023, 23 Eggs Frozen

10

Age 38

1 Egg Freezing

Latinx

Black or African-American

Income $500K+

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Dr. Wiltshire was open and honest with me about the process and her point of view on certain aspects of the procedure. She was relatable, funny, not self-serious, and gave her honest opinions when asked. She was responsive when I struggled to understand which shots were which on my first night of treatment; even getting back to me after 10pm at night. We had a successful retrieval and we even celebrated together in the recovery room.

[Columbia Univserity is] Clean, organized, good location with competent staff and a flexible scheduling system. Those are the strengths. There are no weaknesses, except maybe how busy they are all the time? but I never had to wait for my appointment, I was always called in very soon after arriving. The nurses were lovely and it ran like a well-oiled machine...There were a few times the nurses struggled to find a vein but they were always compassionate and apologetic when they had to stick me multiple times.

How was your experience with Ashley Wiltshire at Columbia University?

She was kind, honest, and a clear communicator. She took my treatment seriously and made sure she was available to support me along the way. She was very responsive on email and text, and even got back to me with answers to my questions about my medication dosage after hours. There was a question about whether she would be available for the extraction surgery or would be replaced by another doctor, but she was there. I was her only surgery that day and she came in to make sure she was performing, which was very important to me. We had a very successful retrieval (57 eggs) and we celebrated together as I recovered. She was funny, caring and relatable.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Ashley Wiltshire at Columbia University?

Feel free to be yourself and ask all your questions up front. There are no 'dumb' questions.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Ashley Wiltshire at Columbia University?

Dr. Wiltshire was open and honest with me about the process and her point of view on certain aspects of the procedure. She was relatable, funny, not self-serious, and gave her honest opinions when asked. She was responsive when I struggled to understand which shots were which on my first night of treatment; even getting back to me after 10pm at night. We had a successful retrieval and we even celebrated together in the recovery room.

Describe the protocols Ashley Wiltshire used in your cycles at Columbia University and their degree of success.

We amended my Ganerelix start date to manage my estrogen levels, which shot up a little faster than expected. She also updated my Folostim dosage every few days in response to my growth rates.

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Columbia University.

I'm a hard stick and have some anxiety around blood testing for that reason. There were a few times the nurses struggled to find a vein but they were always compassionate and apologetic when they had to stick me multiple times.

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

Clean, organized, good location with competent staff and a flexible scheduling system. Those are the strengths. There are no weaknesses, except maybe how busy they are all the time? but I never had to wait for my appointment, I was always called in very soon after arriving. The nurses were lovely and it ran like a well-oiled machine.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Ashley Wiltshire at Columbia University.

medicine ultrasounds bloodwork anesthesia storage

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Ashley Wiltshire

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10

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Columbia University

New York

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Ashley Wiltshire Columbia University

2022, Successful

10

Age 31

2 IUI

Male Factor

Latinx

Income $100K - $199K

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Dr. Brady was always understanding and compassionate...We did iui. My husband has low sperm count. I thankfully did not get diagnosed with anything. The process was easy. We went to the office to get blood work and track my ovulation. It took like 15 minutes, every few days. The first iui cycle did not work. But my insurance approve 6 cycles thankfully. The second cycle Dr Brady increased my ovulation medication, and I had a double iui. This cycle I thankfully we got pregnant...

The staff coordinator and nurse [at Columbia University] were amazing! Any question or concern I had they world get back to me immediately. My results were sent to me right away and my appointments were scheduled right away as well...The appointments were super fast . You’ll get blood work and ultrasound and leave within15 mins. The nurses were so upbeat and positive. I truly made it me feel like part of the family...

How was your experience with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr.Brady was an amazing fertility doctor. She ensured I was well taken care off. I enjoyed going to the iui visits (I understand that sounds weird) but everyone is so positive and welcoming that I felt safe at all times. It was an amazing experience.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Paula Brady at Columbia University?

To not be afraid. MD Brady is a human, she understands how was this process is. She will do what’s working her power to make sure that her patient have a good success rate. She understands how hard fertility is. So she’s there for you every step of the way.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr. Brady was always understanding and compassionate when I met with her and told her about my fertility issues. She ensure that she would do everything she can to help me get pregnant. She did! I am so thankful that she made me feel so comfortable and safe at all times.

Describe the protocols Paula Brady used in your cycles at Columbia University and their degree of success.

We did iui. My husband has low sperm count. I thankfully did not get diagnosed with anything. The process was easy. We went to the office to get blood work and track my ovulation. It took like 15 minutes, every few days. The first iui cycle did not work. But my insurance approve 6 cycles thankfully. The second cycle Dr Brady increased my ovulation medication, and I had a double iui. This cycle I thankfully we got pregnant .

Describe your experience with your nurse at Columbia University. (Assigned nurse: Angela pugliese)

The staff coordinator and nurse were amazing! Any question or concern I had they world get back to me immediately. My results were sent to me right away and my appointments were scheduled right away as well.

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

The clinics were great. The appointments were super fast . You’ll get blood work and ultrasound and leave within15 mins. The nurses were so upbeat and positive. I truly made it me feel like part of the family.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Paula Brady at Columbia University.

I am not sure of it. My insurance paid for it

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Paula Brady

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10

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Columbia University

New York

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Review of

2021, Successful

10

Age 34

1 IVF

Unexplained

East Asian

Income $100K - $199K

Teacher

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Dr.Brady called me on important news, such as number of retrieval, number of mature eggs, and number of fertilized eggs. It took a while for me to meet her. I met her at my last ultrasound before retrieval, I think? She is very matter-of-fact, in a very good way. All her stats as part of an answer to my question were right on. She exactly “predicted” the likelihood for every step for my IVF, never gave false hope or exacerbate a problem. I like that very much

[Columbia University is] Very efficient, like a factory. It doesn’t hurt to draw blood there...I never met my primary nurse. I didn’t think she stands out as a communicator as I never really heard from her. I find other nurses I see in person more compassionate and helpful...I particularly enjoy seeing the technicians and nurses. I can remember their names, they remember mine as well. They make each monitoring session more interesting. My girl is now over 6 months...

How was your experience with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

She always answers my questions. I asked quite a few questions… I appreciate that. I felt more informed each time corresponding with her. She could also tell that I was very stressed emotionally and recommended acupuncture and other services to help me relax. I already recommended her to my friends and plan to return.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Getting insurance cleared up took a while. My cycle was put on pause for longer than I had hoped with birth control coz the meds weren’t ready/insurance pre authorization wasnt approve in time. Get that sort out asap?

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr.Brady called me on important news, such as number of retrieval, number of mature eggs, and number of fertilized eggs. It took a while for me to meet her. I met her at my last ultrasound before retrieval, I think? She is very matter-of-fact, in a very good way. All her stats as part of an answer to my question were right on. She exactly “predicted” the likelihood for every step for my IVF, never gave false hope or exacerbate a problem. I like that very much

Describe the protocols Paula Brady used in your cycles at Columbia University and their degree of success.

Can’t remember… quite similar to what other patients have posted here. Wish we have used stronger meds for better results.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Columbia University. (Assigned nurse: Madison? )

I never met my primary nurse. I didn’t think she stands out as a communicator as I never really heard from her. I find other nurses I see in person more compassionate and helpful.

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

Very efficient, like a factory. It doesn’t hurt to draw blood there haha. I was terrified of blood draw. I particularly enjoy seeing the technicians and nurses. I can remember their names, they remember mine as well. They make each monitoring session more interesting. My girl is now over 6 months!

Describe the costs associated with your care under Paula Brady at Columbia University.

Maybe I paid couple thousand after insurance?

Describe Paula Brady's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Columbia University.

Single embryo transfer. Successfully at first try.

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Doctor

Paula Brady

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10

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Columbia University

New York

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Review of

Jenna Turocy Columbia University

2022 - 2023, Successful

10

Age 34 - 35

1 IVF

Male Factor

European

Income $100K - $199K

Nurse or HC Services

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Dr. Turocy had such gentle bedside manner. She explained and narrated everything. She delivered all news professionally with compassion...She can be straight forward when she needs to be as well. She is all around a great practitioner and can meet the needs of different people...delivers every bit of news thoroughly, slowly, and gently...the choice [eset] felt like ours...

The nursing and phlebotomy staff [at Columbia University] were all kind and compassionate...appointments were always available and I always waited under 15 minutes with the exception of one appt...Organization, cleanliness and safety, compassionate people. My only negative review is the nurses or nurse that comunicates from the OR about the planned procedures in the OR was not as good at communicating. she didnt reply to email replies...

How was your experience with Jenna Turocy at Columbia University?

Dr. Turocy is professional and compassionate. She is an expert, knows all the answers, and delivers every bit of news thoroughly, slowly, and gently. She has wonderful bedside manner as well. I have so much gratitude towards her!

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Jenna Turocy at Columbia University?

If you like a sweet bedside manner, Dr. Turocy is a great choice. She can be straight forward when she needs to be as well. She is all around a great practitioner and can meet the needs of different people.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Jenna Turocy at Columbia University?

Dr. Turocy had such gentle bedside manner. She explained and narrated everything. She delivered all news professionally with compassion.

Describe the protocols Jenna Turocy used in your cycles at Columbia University and their degree of success.

i cant remember or understand exactly what you mean

Describe your experience with your nurse at Columbia University. (Assigned nurse: Sakari)

The nursing and phlebotomy staff were all kind and compassionate

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

Everything was wonderfully done. Organization, cleanliness and safety, compassionate people. My only negative review is the nurses or nurse that comunicates from the OR about the planned procedures in the OR was not as good at communicating. she didnt reply to email replies. (this was not sakari. her name was something else)

Describe your experience with your monitoring appointments at Columbia University.

appointments were always available and I always waited under 15 minutes with the exception of one appt.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Jenna Turocy at Columbia University.

copayments for morning monitoring and other appointments, out of pocket for embryo testing that was charged by another company.

Describe Jenna Turocy's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Columbia University.

the choice felt like ours

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Jenna Turocy

Humanity

Communication

Frequency Seen

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10

Clinic

Columbia University

New York

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Review of

Jenna Turocy Columbia University

2021 - 2022, Successful

10

Age 28 - 29

1 IVF

Unexplained

European

Income $100K - $199K

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Sinem Karipcin Columbia University

After our zoom consultation with Dr Karipcin it was like a breath of fresh air and I knew we were in excellent hands and she knew exactly what we needed and how to get us there. She always made it her business to ensure that she was available to us. She even came in for our embryo transfer...Dr Karipcin truly cares about her patients. She took time from her busy day to know our names, and answer any and all questions we had.

Columbia Fertility is a big clinic! But don’t be scared away by it. They know what they’re doing! Everyone is great! All the doctors and nurses we came in contact with were excellent and truly cared about the patients....Varda was our Nurse and Sam was our care coordinator! Varda is definitely a busy lady! Sam was excellent in assisting me coordinate my outside monitoring appointments...Columbia Fertility is a big clinic but I never felt like a number

How was your experience with Sinem Karipcin at Columbia University?

There’s a reason Dr Karipcin has such great reviews. She truly is the best! Prior to our initial consultation with Dr Karipcin we had one other consult, which wasn’t a good fit for us. After our zoom consultation with Dr Karipcin it was like a breath of fresh air and I knew we were in excellent hands and she knew exactly what we needed and how to get us there. She always made it her business to ensure that she was available to us. She even came in for our embryo transfer!

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Sinem Karipcin at Columbia University?

Trust her!

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Sinem Karipcin at Columbia University?

Dr Karipcin truly cares about her patients. She took time from her busy day to know our names, and answer any and all questions we had. Columbia Fertility is a big clinic but I never felt like a number

Describe the protocols Sinem Karipcin used in your cycles at Columbia University and their degree of success.

IVF with PGT-M & PGT-A

Describe your experience with your nurse at Columbia University. (Assigned nurse: Varda & Sam)

Varda was our Nurse and Sam was our care coordinator! Varda is definitely a busy lady! Sam was excellent in assisting me coordinate my outside monitoring appointments!

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

Columbia Fertility is a big clinic! But don’t be scared away by it. They know what they’re doing! Everyone is great! All the doctors and nurses we came in contact with were excellent and truly cared about the patients.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Sinem Karipcin at Columbia University.

Our out of pocket costs were minimal thanks to Dr Karipcin and our insurance company. We had to pay for medications, copays and PGT-A testing.

Describe Sinem Karipcin's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Columbia University.

Dr Karipcin did a single embryo transfer due to my age

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Sinem Karipcin

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10

Clinic

Columbia University

New York

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Review of

Sinem Karipcin Columbia University

2021, Successful

10

Age 42

2 IVF

East Asian

Income $500K+

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

[Dr. Bishop] took the time to make sure my husband and I understood all of her recommendations, and she listened to our concerns, always able to walk us through the rationale for the next steps...She took all of my concerns and my history into account at every step of the way, and I never felt like she was pushing a procedure or protocol..

[Columbia University is] Very efficient. I loved that I almost never had to wait too long for an appointment. Furthermore, I felt taken care of by an entire team of nurses and doctors at every step. When Dr. Bishop was away on maternity leave, for example, Dr. Foreman seamlessly took over my case and was also incredibly attentive, responsive, and knowledgeable.

How was your experience with Lauren Bishop at Columbia University?

From the start, Dr. Bishop was incredibly attentive, patient, and knowledgeable. She took all of my concerns and my history into account at every step of the way, and I never felt like she was pushing a procedure or protocol. In addition, given my age, she was realistic, providing odds and statistics for each step, which as a numbers person I appreciated, but she was also positive, even when after 2 cycles, I "only" had one PGT normal embryo. That one embryo resulted in my now 2 week old son!

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Lauren Bishop at Columbia University?

Don't be afraid to ask questions or voice concerns. Dr. Bishop truly listens and takes what you say into account.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Lauren Bishop at Columbia University?

Dr. Bishop was incredibly patient and kind, from the start. At every step of the way, she took the time to make sure my husband and I understood all of her recommendations, and she listened to our concerns, always able to walk us through the rationale for the next steps. In addition, I never felt as if she was pushing us in a direction that we did not want to take. Our interactions really felt like a collaboration, with Dr. Bishop guiding us.

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

Very efficient. I loved that I almost never had to wait too long for an appointment. Furthermore, I felt taken care of by an entire team of nurses and doctors at every step. When Dr. Bishop was away on maternity leave, for example, Dr. Foreman seamlessly took over my case and was also incredibly attentive, responsive, and knowledgeable.

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Lauren Bishop

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10

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Columbia University

New York

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Review of

2015 - 2020, Successful

10

Age 38 - 43

3 IUI

3 IVF

Poor Egg Quality

Latinx

Income $50K - $99K

Accountant

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

I was about to give up when Dr. Rudick reached out to me and asked me if we could talk about the next steps. I figured I go hear what she had in mind. She recommended another fresh cycle and she seemed so certain I could do it again. So I started another cycle and this time got 2 normal embryos...She spoke to delicately and calmly. She never rushed me and always answered my questions.

I liked that they opened [Columbia University] office early at 7 am. Great to go get testing find before work. Also the rooms were clean and the front desk people very friendly. Go early so you can continue with your day...She [Dr. Rudick] recommended another fresh cycle and she seemed so certain I could do it again. So I started another cycle and this time got 2 normal embryos

How was your experience with Briana Rudick at Columbia University?

Dr Rudick was fantastic. I had a successful first live birth and wanted another baby’. My previously untested frozen embryo was transferred but it did not result in a pregnancy. I did a whole other cycle (I was 41 years old) and there were no viable embryos after doing PGS testing. I was about to give up when Dr. Rudick reached out to me and asked me if we could talk about the next steps. I figured I go hear what she had in mind. She recommended another fresh cycle and she seemed so certain I could do it again. So I started another cycle and this time got 2 normal embryos. I had one transferred and got pregnant!!! I had a healthy beautiful baby girl 9 months later. I owe so much thanks for Dr. Rudick believing in me and my body. She was always so positive and kind. I highly recommend her as a RE.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Briana Rudick at Columbia University?

Go to her and ask all the questions you want. This is an important time to get all your questions answered.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Briana Rudick at Columbia University?

She spoke to delicately and calmly. She never rushed me and always answered my questions.

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

I liked that they opened office early at 7 am. Great to go get testing find before work. Also the rooms were clean and the front desk people very friendly. Go early so you can continue with your day.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Briana Rudick at Columbia University.

Copayments and medicine.

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Briana Rudick

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10

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Columbia University

New York

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Review of

2023, Successful

10

Age 38

Unexplained

Latinx

Income $100K - $199K

Operations

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Dr. Bishop was great at communicating the treatment and next steps and was always available to answer questions. She was kind in her communication and set clear expectations. She was able to communicate the treatment and some of the set-backs and any changes that we may need to do...compassionate and accommodating and always willing and available to answer questions...Dr. Bishop's approach is single embryo transfer

The [Columbia Univserity] clinic was great, close proximity and easy access to me. Flexible working hours especially on the weekends. The staff was always nice and professional. The premises were always clean, the visits were fast, not overcrowded, no long waiting periods. It felt very comfortable, especially for me and my work schedule...My care team was very clear and provided clear and detailed instructions. They were always approachable, and always available to answer questions about anything I may need. They were all very accommodating especially since I was working full time during treatment, I appreciate the flexibility in the communication with my care team.

How was your experience with Lauren Bishop at Columbia University?

Dr. Bishop was great at communicating the treatment and next steps and was always available to answer questions. She was kind in her communication and set clear expectations. She was able to communicate the treatment and some of the set-backs and any changes that we may need to do.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Lauren Bishop at Columbia University?

Ask questions, and do not be shy.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Lauren Bishop at Columbia University?

Dr.Bishop and the entire team were compassionate and accommodating and always willing and available to answer questions.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Columbia University. (Assigned nurse: Kristina Cudjoe)

My care team was very clear and provided clear and detailed instructions. They were always approachable, and always available to answer questions about anything I may need. They were all very accommodating especially since I was working full time during treatment, I appreciate the flexibility in the communication with my care team.

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

The clinic was great, close proximity and easy access to me. Flexible working hours especially on the weekends. The staff was always nice and professional. The premises were always clean, the visits were fast, not overcrowded, no long waiting periods. It felt very comfortable, especially for me and my work schedule.

Describe Lauren Bishop's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Columbia University.

Dr. Bishop's approach is single embryo transfer

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Lauren Bishop

Humanity

Communication

Frequency Seen

Trustworthiness

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Columbia University

New York

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2023, Successful

9

10

Age 36

East Asian

Income $200K - $499K

4th of 4 Docs

3 IUI With Other Docs

IVF With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Dr. Bishop is confident yet humble in her approach. She answers questions clearly and really quickly. She took the time to understand all my history and I could tell she really remembered it because she would bring up details each time we spoke. She wasn’t available for most of my visits but since those were quick ultrasounds, it wasn’t necessary to consult her. However, anytime I did want to see or speak with her, she made herself available for me. Overall a great experience with Dr. Bishop.

Columbia Fertility is a great clinic. They are super efficient and organized when it comes to morning monitoring or ultrasounds. Appointments are generally on time and fast. They are also really quick about communicating results and follow ups within a couple of hours of the visit...Dr. Bishop is confident yet humble in her approach. She answers questions clearly and really quickly. She took the time to understand all my history and I could tell she really remembered it because she would bring up details each time we spoke. She wasn’t available for most of my visits but since those were quick ultrasounds, it wasn’t necessary to consult her. However, anytime I did want to see or speak with her, she made herself available for me. Overall a great experience with Dr. Bishop.

How was your experience with Lauren Bishop at Columbia University?

Dr. Bishop is confident yet humble in her approach. She answers questions clearly and really quickly. She took the time to understand all my history and I could tell she really remembered it because she would bring up details each time we spoke. She wasn’t available for most of my visits but since those were quick ultrasounds, it wasn’t necessary to consult her. However, anytime I did want to see or speak with her, she made herself available for me. Overall a great experience with Dr. Bishop.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Lauren Bishop at Columbia University?

Let her know if and when you want her to be present. She isn’t in the office all days so I made sure to schedule my important visits on days she was there.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Lauren Bishop at Columbia University?

She remembers important details and takes the time to review my history before a consultation

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

Columbia Fertility is a great clinic. They are super efficient and organized when it comes to morning monitoring or ultrasounds. Appointments are generally on time and fast. They are also really quick about communicating results and follow ups within a couple of hours of the visit.

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Lauren Bishop

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Columbia University

New York

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Priyanka Ghosh Columbia University

2022, Successful

10

Age 36

1 IUI

Unexplained

2nd of 2 Docs

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

[Dr. Priyanka Ghosh] is a very good listener. She asked me about my history and took time to answer all my questions. I did not feel rushed or pressured to pursue any type of treatment. She followed up with me regularly to see how I was doing...Take your time and ask as many questions as you would like...I never felt rushed or uncomfortable.

The entire care team [at Columbia University] was very organized and was prompt in getting back to me when I had questions. They helped me schedule appointments and helped me understand the process. They were very helpful and patient...Almost everything has been covered by my insurance. I've had a few copays. There was a financial coordinator who helped me...The clinic was very clean and comfortable. Everyone I interacted with was friendly and seemed like they cared about the patients. I never felt rushed or uncomfortable.

How was your experience with Priyanka Ghosh at Columbia University?

Dr. Ghosh is a very good listener. She asked me about my history and took time to answer all my questions. I did not feel rushed or pressured to pursue any type of treatment. She followed up with me regularly to see how I was doing.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Priyanka Ghosh at Columbia University?

Take your time and ask as many questions as you would like.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Priyanka Ghosh at Columbia University?

Dr. Ghosh is a very good listener. She asked me about my history and took time to answer all my questions. I did not feel rushed or pressured to pursue any type of treatment.

Describe the protocols Priyanka Ghosh used in your cycles at Columbia University and their degree of success.

I don't remember specifics.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Columbia University.

The entire care team was very organized and was prompt in getting back to me when I had questions. They helped me schedule appointments and helped me understand the process. They were very helpful and patient.

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

The clinic was very organized, prompt with appointments, and the staff was very friendly and organized. The clinic was very clean and comfortable. Everyone I interacted with was friendly and seemed like they cared about the patients. I never felt rushed or uncomfortable.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Priyanka Ghosh at Columbia University.

Almost everything has been covered by my insurance. I've had a few copays. There was a financial coordinator who helped me.

Describe Priyanka Ghosh's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Columbia University.

n/a

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Priyanka Ghosh

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Columbia University

New York

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Priyanka Ghosh Columbia University

2020, 27 Eggs Frozen

10

Age 31

1 Egg Freezing (cancer)

Cancer

European

Ashkenazi Jewish

Income $50K - $99K

Lawyer

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Successful

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Dr. Brady kept in great touch with me throughout, was very personal, and was very attuned to the unique concerns my oncological situation presented...was wonderful - communicative, sensitive, and her personality is not extreme in any direction: she didn't sugarcoat anything, but also was appropriately excited for me when sharing that my reserve amounts were high or that my egg retrieval had gone well...Even though fertility processes need to run on a strict schedule, I did not feel like a number or statistic while there. Very patient-focused

Everyone I encountered at Columbia Fertility was great. They made what was a difficult process for me (I have breast cancer and never would have otherwise been there seeking their services) easy and as painless as possible...they helped me apply to programs that give cancer patients the necessary medications for free...Organized, clean, friendly, barely ever waited at all. Even though fertility processes need to run on a strict schedule, I did not feel like a number or statistic while there. Very patient-focused clinic.

How was your experience with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr. Brady was wonderful - communicative, sensitive, and her personality is not extreme in any direction: she didn't sugarcoat anything, but also was appropriately excited for me when sharing that my reserve amounts were high or that my egg retrieval had gone well.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Nothing really, she was great.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Paula Brady at Columbia University?

Dr. Brady kept in great touch with me throughout, was very personal, and was very attuned to the unique concerns my oncological situation presented.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Columbia University. (Assigned nurse: Varda; Sherry)

Everyone I encountered at Columbia Fertility was great. They made what was a difficult process for me (I have breast cancer and never would have otherwise been there seeking their services) easy and as painless as possible.

Describe your experience with Columbia University.

Organized, clean, friendly, barely ever waited at all. Even though fertility processes need to run on a strict schedule, I did not feel like a number or statistic while there. Very patient-focused clinic.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Paula Brady at Columbia University.

Very few, because my insurance covered it and they helped me apply to programs that give cancer patients the necessary medications for free.

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Paula Brady

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Columbia University

New York

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