Hope Fertility

I kind of already said this in the previous prompt, but I will just reiterate how warm and friendly and approachable she was. Her door was open every time I was there, making her easy to chat with even if I was only there for bloodwork, not there to see her. She would reply to my questions in the patient portal promptly and even went above and beyond helping me understand things about getting a covid vaccination now that I am pregnant, as well as researching something for me about my dental care as a pregnant person that I was not able to find anywhere else. She connected with us on a human level both in and out of the office and that was really meaningful for both my husband and me. During our IUI procedure, I told her how nervous I was about cervical pain from a past experience, and took the time to get Alexa set up for me with music that relaxes me, she was explaining everything so I was not in the dark about what would happen, and again, as it was happening.

Just go! She is amazing. No advice needed.

I wish I could give this information, I forgot the fertility jargon as soon as it was no longer relevant! I know we did a blend of Clomid and injections, and I know that produced 3 mature eggs at the time of our IUI procedure.

Everything was covered by our insurance.

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If you are looking for professional, personalized, compassionate care, you’ve found the right place. From the moment you walk into the clinic, you will feel welcome, known by name and heard. Dr. A went above and beyond to answer our questions, listen to our concerns, educate us to make tough decisions, and find the right treatment plan. When challenges occurred she worked hard to reassure us. She doesn’t sugar coat things, but is very honest and scientific with her answers. She uses compassions but is trustworthy.

Take lots of notes and don’t be afraid to ask questions.

This was the first clinic where we felt like she planned our treatment cycle specifically for us. She helped us decide to pursue treatment for endometriosis before starting a cycle. She even referred us to a surgeon. She was the person we saw at every appointment (except for quick checks mid cycle), especially after pregnancy was achieved. She helped us decide on the best timing for a frozen embryo transfer based on bloodwork. She helped guide our decision to transfer two embryos after a biochemical miscarriage from a cycle at another clinic. She also helped us decide to use progesterone injections and estrogen patches based on my history with medications and outcomes.

The costs are comparable to other clinics in the area. Celeste is very knowledgeable and upfront about costs. She answers any questions and works hard to get as much covered by insurance as possible.

She will only present scientific data and give you all the choices. She makes sure you know the risks and does not sway your decision. We felt able to make an informed decision to transfer two embryos which resulted in one viable pregnancy. Other clinics did not give us that choice or take the time to present all options.

Dr Obehi was very caring, warm and up front about my options to freeze my eggs. She gave me her honest opinion while allowing me the space to take some time and think through my options. Even when I I still was fully sure about moving forward she offered that I at least do the baseline testing to see where I am. After the results came back and everything looked good I was assured that this was the time to freeze my eggs. She presented me with the full expectations of the timing, schedules and drugs which eased my mind. I’m truly grateful I choose her to be my fertility doctor.

I would say be prepared to know what you want first as an outcome and take in the information and suggestions. You will also need to carve out time for the appointments so having a flexible work schedule is important

Dr Asemota assessed that since I have not been on birth control in over a decade, that it would be best to start with a low dose birth control to prepare my body for the hormone treatments thereafter. It worked as I had very minimal side effects throughout the full course of medications

Monitoring appointments were pretty seemless; bloodwork, urine, ultrasound. You’re pretty much in and out very quickly 30-40 mins

Appointments and surgery totaled 4,000 out of pocket after insurance Medications: totaled about 3,000 out of pocket due to some not being covered

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Dr. A is passionate about family planning & doing all in her power to help you achieve your goals. She is compassionate & understands that the infertility journey is difficult. She always first wants to know your wishes are as a patient. She is always present, attentive, and patient. Dr. A makes you feel as if you’re her only patient. During my first IUI procedure I was so nervous. She calmed me down by talking to me about my love of plants & before I knew it the procedure was over. When the 2 rounds of IUI were not successful she met with my husband & I and showed empathy. She assisted us in planning for our next steps, which are IVF. This process is very overwhelming & full of information, Dr. A makes sure that you have a full understanding & answers any questions you might have. She is the most personable Dr. I have ever had.

Go in prepared to ask any questions and share any anxieties or concerns, she’s always willing to listen.

I did 2 rounds of IUI with Dr. A. My protocol was 5mg of letrozole on cycle day 3-7. I was monitored after the letrozole and took a trigger shot about 24 hrs prior to IUI. My first IUI I had 2 mature follicles and my second IUI I had 3 mature follicles. Unfortunately, both rounds were unsuccessful.

Initial Consultation:$300 IUI procedure with monitoring:$1525 IUI meds: $150 I’ve spent around $3600

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Dr. A is extremely compassionate for every single person who walks into her office. She’s so open and helps you understand every single process you or your partner will be going through. She’s very hopeful and I love how after years of infertility, some of that hope she has falls onto me. She is such a kind hearted woman and I truly see her as nothing but a blessing to me.

One piece of advice I’d give a patient is “be hopeful” I know it’s so hard when woman struggle with infertility. It’s hard to keep the hope alive after being let down so many times.

I originally did an IUI with Dr. A, it was my third IUI but my first with her. Insurance denied my request to do IVF and they said another IUI cycle had to be done before IVF. So we did that and unfortunately it failed. We then moved onto IVF and right now I’m in the middle of that cycle. I am scheduled for an FET on April 18th if all goes well.

Monitoring appointments are tough because you are going so frequent. But the staff was very accommodating for my work schedule.

My out of pocket cost is a little over 2,000 dollars because I did have insurance. Unfortunately insurance doesn’t cover everything. The 2,000 is the procedure alone. That doesn’t count the millions of meds I had to pay for out of pocket because I hadn’t hit my deductible yet or insurance just wasn’t covering that specific medicine.

I appreciated my doctor letting me know that she was willing to do a multiple embryo transfer if I wanted to but any pregnancy that’s multiple is a little risky.

I feel like she has great potentials, but her clinic was just new when I went and I remember always hear them state "we thriving" but now that I realized it it was that there were afloat on the money coming in. I specifically remember them doing a salin ultrasound and were not and don't have all the equipment to even take pictures, Obehi just wrote note down and send me to a specialist to removed pyllops. Which I feel like that I was being charge for things they were not able to perform correctly.

I will say do you research and try to have some type of knoweledge of IVF or of whatever route you go. This will allow you to be able to advocate for yourself and ask the right questions.Aldo they will try to convince you that they are one of the cheapest but it's not true, search around. I can say they gave me a discount on my second retrevail after I negotiated.

1st retrieval 450IU Gonal-F in P.M. Inject 300 units subq (in the belly) between 6-9pm. Around the same time every night 20IU Low dose Hcg in P.M. Inject 20 units subq (in the belly) between 6-9pm. Around the same time every night 25MG Cetrotide in P.M. Inject .25mg subq (in the belly) between 6-9pm. At the same time every night 81MG Aspirin Once Every Day Triggered with 10,000IU Novarel in P.M. Mix 1cc of water into the first powder vial (5,000 unit vial). Then draw up all of liquid and inject into second powder vial. Draw up all of liquid and inject into your rump (in the muscle) at 10:30pm. E2:1316.0pg/ml 2nd retrieval- I was told that this was less aggressive than the first cycle. 150IU Gonal-F in P.M. Inject 150 units subq (in the belly) between 6-9pm 10IU Low dose Hcg in P.M. Inject 10 units subq (in the belly) between 6-9pm .25MG Cetrotide in P.M. Inject .25mg subq (in the belly) between 6-9pm 100MG Clomiphene Citr Once Every Day Take 2 tablets daily 81MG Aspirin Once Every Day Take 1 tablet daily Triggered with both 10,000IU Novarel in P.M. Inject 1cc of water into the first powder vial (5,000 unit vial). Then draw up all of liquid and inject into second powder vial. Mix it up and draw up all of the liquid and inject into your rump (in the muscle) at 9:00pm. 80IU Lupron in P.M. Inject 80 units subq (in the belly) at exactly 10:00pm

I paid roughly 27k for both cycles

She informed that she woul not transfer two because it's high risk.

Dr Asemota cares for her patients as though they are her family and she provides direct, compassionate, competent care. These attributes may seem commonplace but I can assure you they are not, Dr Asemota and her practice are unique in all the right ways and she works towards your real version of success (or better) for you and your family. The world talks about nurses and physicians as patient advocates. I truly see Dr Asemota as the advocate for my family...even though I do not have the entire family born just yet. She gave me confidence in her and myself, a realistic viewpoint, and treated me as though nothing was more important than me and the family I so long for. I have referred every friend I have (and acquaintance) that seeks consultation or more to her - both in state and out of state. She is just that good and her care is just that necessary. I trust her with my family and I believe you should trust her with yours as well.

Go with an open mind and receiving heart. She will tell you everything you need to know and she will ensure you feel embraced, engaged, and enlightened.

I do not remember my specific protocols but I do remember that I took a specific regimen based on labs and obtained labs essentially once or twice a week thereafter to titrate the medications appropriately. This was made very easy because you could have your labs drawn in her clinic or at an outside clinic. The process was very easy, smooth, and understandable. I will share one thing specifically. I needed an induction dose of something (sorry, don't remember the name of the med) but it needed to be compounded I believe. I went to a pharmacy to pick it up and the pharmacy alerted me that 1) they do not make this medication and 2) the place that does is 45min away and they close in 30min. Dr Asemota was on it! She spoke with the pharmacist and made arrangements that they would not close until I arrived 67 minutes later (bad traffic!). I have never even heard of a physician being that engaged towards your needs but SHE is ALL IN!

Thankfully, the vast majority of my expenses were covered under insurance.

I did not have embryo transfer and we have not yet discussed it in-depth (one step at a time)

After consulting with 5 other specialist, Dr. A was the answer to my prayers. She was direct and gave me the answers I needed to hear after 6+ years of infertility. She gave me my options and explained why others were not recommended, I appreciate the honesty and professionalism she demonstrated from day 1.

Don't waste your time with these other fertility organizations, Dr. A will be the last doctor you'll need in this journey. I wish I would have skipped the other 5 people I went to, and just came to her from the very beginning of my journey.

The cost was very reasonable, and not only was it reviewed with me from day 1, it was provided to me to bring home as a reference.

Dr. A asked me what I wanted to do, prior to sharing her recommendations. I didn't feel pressured one way or another.

I would have to say her strengths are the way she explains what’s happen during your treatment. Even when the news may not be so great. She had a way of giving us hope. And the fact that we were able to reach her anytime on her personal cellphone. How many doctors do that? She just made me feel comfortable and like the success of us adding to our family. Was her top priority!!!

Just give her a chance. You will not be disappointed and you will walk away feeling like she’s family. I really don’t know how I going to do with not talking to her anymore. She has made our dreams come true. I’m forever grateful!!

My tubes where blocked. So the course of treatment best for us was IVF. We did the egg retriever and then I had an issue that put me in the hospital for several months. And once my body healed Covid19 hit. And they clinic was shut down for a while. We did end up doing 2 eggs transfer. Which took and I’m know 9 weeks pregnant. With one healthy baby.

My insurance covered everything.

She suggested one transfer but we wanted 2. And that’s what she did.

Dr. Asemota was very passionate and caring. You can definitely tell she loves what she does and puts her all into it. She explains thing in terms you can understand, and is always there for any questions you may have.

Ask all the questions, you want!

$10,750

Dr. A. WAS AMAZING. I work beside physicians all day long in my field and I can tell you this is an amazing doctor. Explained every process. Listened to our concerns and desires. I can not think of one negative thing about her!

Relax, listen to the doctor. Ask questions.

My wife and I felt like the pricing on procedures were more than affordable. Pricing was significantly cheaper than than other facilities in the area.

I feel that Dr. Asemota is very intuitive. Not only does she understand the science but she has a gift for relating and warm bedside manner. I believe she has a true empathy for her patient's feelings.

Be patient and trust with the process.

Because of my age (42) we did IVF right away. I became pregnant on my first cycle. Had my baby successfully. I did a 2nd try with IVF and was not successful . I do not believe it was because of any lack of care. Just more about my DOR. My husband and I decided for our own personal reasons to not try again. Had we decided to do so we would have used Dr. Asemota again totally!

around 16k

She’s kind, she’s knowledgeable, she takes her time to explain risk verse benefit and our options. She did switch up the dates for egg retrieval because she felt that she could get more eggs if we waited. I loved that. If we are here spending this money doing these injections every egg counts. (Verses my friends at the big conglomerates that their process is very scheduled and sometimes their doctor doesn’t even do their procedure!) Dr Asemota is a dream. So glad I chose her.

Do not wait. Go right now to find out your status and options. You will feel comfortable with the warm feeling of her boutique clinic. You will be treated like a human being. If you want to conceive or preserve your ability to conceive in the future, schedule today.

IVF cycle one: 2/14/22- 27 eggs retrieved 11 immature and tossed. 16 mature and 16 ICSI day 1 fertilized. 8 make it to day six blastocyst phase. 4 of 8 are genetically healthy via PGT. All girls. 💗💗💗💗 IVF cycle two: 4/12/22- 25 eggs retrieved 3 are immature and tossed. 22 ICSI. 20 become day 1 embryos. 13 make it to day six blastocysts. 6 of the 13 are genetically healthy via PGT. 3 boys and 3 girls. 💙💙💙💗💗💗 Medicine I’m on for first IVF cycle: birth control only the active pills for suppression Low dose hcg 5ml vial Gonal-F900unit Luprolide kit 1mg/2ml Ganirelix 250mcg syringe Azithromycin 500mg zpack Novarel 5000unit vial Cabergaline 0.5mg Letrazole 2.5mg tab Second cycle she added metformin. 500 twice daily.

My insurance paid for 80%. My meds cost about $500 per cycle. My labs and ultrasound were covered by insurance. The actual egg retrieval and ICSI and transfer cost $14,000 before insurance portion was taken out. $600 per year for embryo storage.

She prefers single embryo transfer due to risks of multiple. When my husband specifically asked she educated us completely. First transfer in May 2022 we decided to go with one embryo transfer which was unsuccessful. The second time August 2022 we decided to transfer 2 with hopes of 1 implanting. Lucky for us, both implanted and we expect twins in spring 2023!!

Dr. Asemota is incredibly caring, patient, and so calming. Answered all of my plethora of questions (every time) in such a comprehensive and understanding way. No question was too small. She always tried to make the environment calming even asking me what music I wanted to listen to! She never made me feel rushed. She is the best.

If you go through a retrieval process, figuring out the medications can be a little overwhelming. Sometimes the names are different than what’s listed in the calendar so at the beginning, you have to figure out what’s what, how much to take, etc. One medication I had to purchase from a specialty pharmacy overnight, separately from the others so make sure to plan ahead. There’s just a lot of medications all at once so it can be confusing.

Copay only; insurance covered most of our costs. We paid out of pocket for medications.

Dr. Asemota has been with us through many months of fertility treatments as well as two surrogates. Our first surrogate was a complete fiasco, and my wife and I felt very fortunate to have the professionalism and support of Dr. Asemota through this whole process. When we brought our current (second) surrogate in, Dr. Asemota informed us that she was leaving her previous employer to open up her current company, Hope Fertility, and we decided to make the move with her. We could not be happier. As an LGBTQ couple, we have never felt more welcome and accepted by her. The whole experience that we and our surrogate have had makes us feel confident in recommending her and her clinic to anyone, including LGBTQ couples, seeking out fertility clinics.

One piece of advice I would give to someone going to Dr. Asemota is to listen to her suggestions and to come with questions of your own. She will spend the time answering any and all questions or concerns you may have.

Unfortunately, it has been a very long time since my wife took the fertility drugs to enable the egg retrieval for our surrogate and that was done at the previous fertility company. But I do know that we did genetic testing and gender reveal and we know that we are having a boy

All of our costs were covered by Sara Clay Surrogacy Law Office.

We had only one viable embryo after genetic testing

Dr. A always made me feel like no matter what at the end of this we would reach our goal, a baby. She was always willing to answer any questions and made my wife and I feel so good and reassured after every visit.

Trust her.

My IUI procedure was $1100. Additional costs for other appointments varied on what needed to be done. Overall very affordable for us.