Reproductive Partners Medical Group
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Providing backup medication
Los Angeles
6332 San Vicente Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 855-2231
Redondo Beach
510 N. Prospect Ave
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
(310) 318-3010
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13950 Milton Ave
Westminster, CA 92683
(714) 702-3000
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10
Age
39
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
1 IUI, 2 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor
10
Reproductive Partners strengths are their warmth, knowledge, empathy and patience in walking us through the journey. ... At Reproductive Partners, we were greeted with warm smiles and friendly faces, plus a feeling that the entire team was rooting for us! Infertility is such an isolating journey and working with Reproductive Partners felt like you had a team looking out for your best interests.
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Age
39
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Marketer or PR
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
1 IUI, 2 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Reproductive Partners strengths are their warmth, knowledge, empathy and patience in walking us through the journey. Our first clinic felt like a sterile lab, couples would enter and leave like science experiments. At Reproductive Partners, we were greeted with warm smiles and friendly faces, plus a feeling that the entire team was rooting for us! Infertility is such an isolating journey and working with Reproductive Partners felt like you had a team looking out for your best interests.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
For the first time in our, at the time, 5 year journey, we felt like we had a team looking out for us and our best interests.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nursing staff was very knowledgable about meds and tricks to ease bruising/pain. Some nurses were more empathetic than others, but that is to be expected, I suppose.
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Huang is an incredible communicator. He's caring, approachable, knowledgable, and transparent. My husband and I miscarried at 8 weeks and Dr. Huang was unbelievable in how he handled the situation. We felt so much love and support during such a heartbreaking time. We've completed the full cycle with Dr Huang -- from retrieval to transfer to DNC and I have nothing but good things to say about him and his bedside manner.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
If you're looking for someone who truly has your back -- go with Dr Huang.
Describe the protocols Andy Huang used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
Dr Huang used an aggressive approach during the stimulating process as in he tripled the dose initially used by our first doctor. Dr. Huang is a numbers guy so the strategy was quantity to increase our chances.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
$12,900 for retrieval, $3,900 for PGS testing, $6,000 for hormones, $2400 for transfer
Describe Andy Huang's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
We transferred two embryos due to my age, but Dr Huang was very transparent about the pros and cons of choosing that route.
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9
Age
37 - 39
Treated
2017 - 2019
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
4 IUI, 4 IVF, 4 Embryo Freezing
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Unexplained
9
The biggest weaknesses are wait time (too many patients) and billing and getting over charged. ... Billing was and is the main issue. ... I recently got a bill for a procedure I had already paid for. I easily could have just paid it without thinking but I’m glad I realized that I already paid. I quickly contacted them [Reproductive Partners Medical Group] and they fixed it. But still shouldn’t have happened and isn’t really the first time. ...
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Age
37 - 39
Treated
2017 - 2019
Success with this Doc
?
Race
Ashkenazi Jewish
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 3 Docs
Treatment
4 IUI, 4 IVF, 4 Embryo Freezing
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Unexplained
9
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The clinics’s strengths are its doctorsa and nurses. The biggest weaknesses are wait time (too many patients) and billing and getting over charged. I recently got a bill for a procedure I had already paid for. I easily could have just paid it without thinking but I’m glad I realized that I already paid. I quickly contacted them and they fixed it. But still shouldn’t have happened and isn’t really the first time.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Huang is kind and compassionate. He does have a lot of patients BUT it doesn’t feel like you can’t get a hold of him. He will always get back to you by the end of the day and he won’t rush you off the phone until all your quest are answered.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nurses at Reproductive Partners BH are very kind and compassionate. Of course there were some that I clicked with more than others. But there none I did not like.
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Provided conflicting information
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Huang is kind and compassionate. He always the optimist which is something I definitely need as I immediately see the glass half empty. Seeing how long and hard this road has been I am happy to have a cheerleader in my corner. We haven’t achieved our goal yet but I am hopeful that Dr. Huang will do everything he can to get us there.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Huang is BUSY so make sure that you keep him abreast of everything going on. I would text him right after each appointment I had where he wasn’t the doctor I saw. And would make sure his option matched what Dr. Rosen and Dr Wambach said.
Describe the protocols Andy Huang used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I had DOR so we used Estrace to sync up my follicles which is milder than birth control. We also tried mild cycle IVF in hopes of getting the best quality eggs.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I did an attain package for 3 cycles which cost around 40k and it includes transfers and biopsied. I also did a mild stim cycle that costs about 10k which includes biopsy but not transfer. I also worked rib cooper genetics to do Pgs and Pgd testing which was around 11k. Also painful out of pocket for meds which were not included in any of the packages.
Describe Andy Huang's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
We are yet to transfer.
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9
Age
35
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
1 IUI
Diagnosis
Unexplained
9
The clinic [RPMG] was very convenient as far as location and ease of scheduling appointments with. The business hours are very flexible for someone who works full time as they are open saturdays and sundays. They only can do ultrasounds up until 11am, maybe being able to do those later in the day may be helpful in case patient can only make an afternoon appointment.... The finance person went over the cost vs insurance coverage with us thoroughly and provided paperwork for reference.
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Age
35
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
?
Race
South Asian
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
1 IUI
Diagnosis
Unexplained
9
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The clinic was very convenient as far as location and ease of scheduling appointments with. The business hours are very flexible for someone who works full time as they are open saturdays and sundays. They only can do ultrasounds up until 11am, maybe being able to do those later in the day may be helpful in case patient can only make an afternoon appointment.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Answered questions thoroughly and gave positive feedback
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
They were very compassionate and informative regarding insurance coverage
How was your experience with Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Amin was easy to talk to and remained positive when going over the different treatment options. She asked us about any history of our previous treatments we had and offered to review so we would not waste time on any additional testing if it was not needed. Based on our history, she determined that we had unexplained infertility and though it seemed to be the hardest type to be diagnosed with, she gave us hope that our upcoming treatments under her care would become successful. It’s only been one clomid cycle so far with Dr. Amin, so we are hopeful when trying the next few cycles will lead us to the pregnancy we are hoping for. We would definitely recommend Dr. Amin to anyone looking for a caring and compassionate doctor.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Be prepared with any past treatment records you may have gone through.
Describe the protocols Marli Amin used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
We went through a normal cycle of clomid of 100mg for 5 days. I have appointments scheduled 2 times a week to complete an ultrasound to measure egg growth. Once confirmed that I did not naturally ovulate and the egg was mature, I was given the trigger shot and instructed to do timed intercourse.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The finance person went over the cost vs insurance coverage with us thoroughly and provided paperwork for reference.
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10
Age
32
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
Endometriosis, Tubal Blockage
10
The clinic [Reproductive Partners Medical Group] is very organize and clean. It is well located and has a parking structure. The clinic has partnered with different labs. Some procedures are cost effective. Cost of treatment is average to a bit below average compared to other clinics in the area.... Very friendly staff. Very helpful when I needed information to fill out grants applications. After each blood test, they call you and explain very carefully the results. Always available when you call them
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Age
32
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
?
Race
Latino
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
Endometriosis, Tubal Blockage
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The clinic is very organize and clean. It is well located and has a parking structure. The clinic has partnered with different labs. Some procedures are cost effective. Cost of treatment is average to a bit below average compared to other clinics in the area. The clinic has a very knowledgeable staff with doctors expert in different areas. They all collaborate to provide the best treatment.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr A is empathic and caring on how she expresses her conclusions and next approaches. She responds to emails in a timely manner and is always available when you need her.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Very friendly staff. Very helpful when I needed information to fill out grants applications. After each blood test, they call you and explain very carefully the results. Always available when you call them
How was your experience with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Since day one, Dr A. explained very thoroughly each step and provided all the possible treatments available. Very enthusiastic with positive outcomes making me feel like she is on my team. She helped me connect with other doctors when I needed different treatments. My process is just starting but I see how knowledgeable she is and I trust her. I consider myself very proactive, searching through research articles for treatment. I like that she listens and takes into consideration my suggestions.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Ask every little thing, no matter how redundant it could be. You are an active participant in this process and need to know exactly what is happening
Describe the protocols Gayane Ambartsumyan used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I’m just getting started. I recently had my Fallopian tubes removed and I’m on birth control due to endometriosis. Next step is IVF
Describe the costs associated with your care under Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The estimate for IVF is around $20k
Describe Gayane Ambartsumyan's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
She prefers single embryo transfer due to all the risks that a multiple pregnancy can cause
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9
Age
29 - 30
Treated
2018 - 2019
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
2 IUI
Diagnosis
Other, Unexplained
9
We had one issue where the prescription wasn’t called in, but we called to follow up and they [Reproductive Partners] sorted it out quickly. ... The wait can sometimes be up to an hour and a half, it’s well worth it, but definitely makes for stressful times. You also sometimes don’t know which doctor you’ll get ... Cost is actually lower than our last RE’s office, you won’t find a blinged out waiting room and office which I’m more than okay with. ... The nurses have always been kind to us and thorough. They always return calls quick and get me in for preferred time appointments.
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Age
29 - 30
Treated
2018 - 2019
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$500K
Occupation
Consultant
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 2 Docs
Treatment
2 IUI
Diagnosis
Other, Unexplained
9
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The wait can sometimes be up to an hour and a half, it’s well worth it, but definitely makes for stressful times. You also sometimes don’t know which doctor you’ll get, between Huang, Rosen, and Wombach... but regardless all three are great, thorough, and read through your chart before coming into the room so they’re well versed on your cycle, etc. Cost is actually lower than our last RE’s office, you won’t find a blinged out waiting room and office which I’m more than okay with.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Rosen isn’t for everyone, but I find him and the doctors in his office to be completely refreshing. He takes his time to explain the best process. Even when I wanted to jump to an IUI or injectables, he convinced me it would be costly and not effective since neither would fix our issue. He’s made himself available via text or call on his cell if I have questions or need advice. He can also be funny through the process, which has been helpful for us.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nurses have always been kind to us and thorough. They always return calls quick and get me in for preferred time appointments. They’re always great with any follow up questions I might have or working on getting prescriptions organized.
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Failed to call in prescriptions to pharmacy
How was your experience with Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Rosen has been excellent through this process for us. Our first RE was a cheerleader and downplayed how long we had been trying since I’m young. Dr Rosen looked at the facts and immediately identified my short luteal phase which my OBGYN and past RE never even touched on. He put us on a plan that we feel confident in. He’s made himself available whenever I have questions, even if it’s a text at 7 PM. Every appointment he makes sure to go through things thoroughly and no question is ever too ridiculous for him to answer. I know even if I’m just coming in for an ultrasound I’ll either see him or one of the two other doctors, all three are always well versed on where I’m at in my cycle before seeing me.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Don’t be discouraged by seeing all three doctors, you’ll receive the best care. Also, the wait can sometimes be long, but it’s worth it knowing you’ll always see the doctor and they’ll spend more than enough time answering your questions.
Describe the protocols Gregory Rosen used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
We started with clomid which helped extend my luteal phase to 12 days, the next cycle we upped the dose which made me ovulate earlier and ultimately extended my luteal phase to 13 days. My progesterone levels still weren’t high and I had read about Letrozole so I asked to try it, which he agreed. My first Letrozole cycle I responded really well ovulating on the 14th day of my cycle and giving me a 14 day luteal phase, my progesterone level was highish, but boarderline of where they’d want it. So this cycle we’ve upped the Letrozole dose.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
$160 per office visit for ultrasound, I think $80 or $60 for blood test, and $250 for original consultation.
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9
Age
33 - 34
Treated
2018 - 2019
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
3 IUI, 2 IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Male Factor
9
We did the Attain package which covered two retrievals and unlimited transfers (until you take home a baby). ... Sometimes a long wait for appointments. They [RPMG] don't really update the patient portal with information from appointments or your file (unless you request it specifically), so important to keep your own notes. ... I always go [monitoring appointments] before work, and the earlier the better.
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Age
33 - 34
Treated
2018 - 2019
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$200K - $499K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
3 IUI, 2 IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Male Factor
9
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Sometimes a long wait for appointments. They don't really update the patient portal with information from appointments or your file (unless you request it specifically), so important to keep your own notes.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Wambach is great about acknowledging how it feels to go through this process, she is very empathetic and consoling.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
I can't say enough good things about the nursing staff. They are incredible.
How was your experience with Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
I am so glad that I switched to Dr. Wambach. RP is outside of my network, but the decision has been worth it. I feel like I'm in good hands, she has a great bedside manner, and I've always been able to reach her when I have questions. She is good at balancing realistic expectations while still being encouraging and optimistic.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Be prepared with questions for your appointments ahead of time. She will always ask if you have questions, but she is busy and if you don't have them top of mind, you may miss your opportunity. I would also say that while she always does my procedures, have realistic expectations about likely seeing the other two doctors in the office for ultrasounds and less important appointments.
Describe the protocols Carrie Wambach used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
Our first retrieval cycle was pretty standard (Menopur & Follistim), but our second retrieval we added human growth hormone. We did a hysteroscopy before our first transfer, which ended up requiring removal of polyps and a septum from my uterus. Also, our first transfer cycle was cancelled because I ovulated over the estrogen, so we added Lupron and the transfer was successful.
Describe your experience with your monitoring appointments at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I always go before work, and the earlier the better. Later in the morning, it gets busier and there can be a long wait.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
We did the Attain package which covered two retrievals and unlimited transfers (until you take home a baby). We have had to pay for any appointments that are explicitly part of a retrieval or transfer process (like hysteroscopy, and monitoring in between cycles), and our medications separately.
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10
Age
33
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor
10
Reproductive Partners moves like a well oiled machine, and has IVF down to a very specific flow. Additionally all of the staff is up to date on your file at all times ... The downfalls of this clinic can be getting an appointment as they are very busy. I wish they’d prioritize appointments for already existing patients who are transitioning from egg retrievals to transfer, as I almost had to wait two cycles between retrieval and next steps before I was able to see my physician.
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Age
33
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Marketer or PR
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Reproductive Partners moves like a well oiled machine, and has IVF down to a very specific flow. Additionally all of the staff is up to date on your file at all times, so even if you can’t get ahold of your doctor or coordinator you’ll be able to speak to someone else that can help you.
The downfalls of this clinic can be getting an appointment as they are very busy. I wish they’d prioritize appointments for already existing patients who are transitioning from egg retrievals to transfer, as I almost had to wait two cycles between retrieval and next steps before I was able to see my physician.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Huang has always remembered who I was, why we were here, and up to date on our specific case. He’s always available be a phone call or text, and never dismisses a question— big or small.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Partners Medical Group. (Assigned nurse: Dawn)
I only met with my primary IVF coordinator once, and spent the rest of my time bouncing between different nurses. To be fair this was 100% fine because they were all on top of my specific case and were available for any questions I had.
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Huang is a very educated and skilled RE, and I trust every decision he has made so far for my treatment. For the egg retrieval I had a pretty standard protocol, but he always stayed up to date on my file even when he wasn’t the one do my ultrasound that day.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
He’s very popular, so getting an initial consult with him can be difficult.
Describe the protocols Andy Huang used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I was on an antagonist protocol. My AMH is 5.14 (do not have PCOS or insulin resistance), and have always had an AFC in the 20s-30s.
I started BCP on CD2 until CD15. Took a break for 5 days and then started injectables. 75 ius of Menopur in the morning, and 150 ius of Gonal-F in the evening. I started Cetrotide on day 7 of stims, and trigged on day 10 with 5,000 ius of Ovidrel once all of my follicles were between 17-19mm in size. Once I triggered I had my egg retrieval exactly 35 hours later.
I had monitoring on days 3, 5, 7, 9, and 10 of stims. My follicles always stayed within 1-3mm of size the entire time. 21 follicles counted on the day of triggering, and 18 eggs were retrieved. 17/18 were mature, and 12 eggs were successfully fertilized using ICSI. We ended up with 8 blastocysts (3 day 5, and 5 day 6). Those 8 embryos were sent for PGS testing and we now have 3 normal embryos ready for transfer.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I used a program through United Health Care called ParentSteps to pay for my retrieval. The cost for my IVF freeze-all cycle that included ICSI, and PGS testing for up to 8 embryos was $12,900. This did not include the anesthesia fee of $880 for the retrieval, or the $1,500 fee from Igenomix for PGS testing. My medication costs ended up being around $2,100 and all meds but one vial of Menopur was purchased through Alto Pharmacy (I cannot recommend them enough— their Gonal-F pricing is ridiculously cheap).
Describe Andy Huang's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Dr. Huang believes eSet is the way to go for all PGS normal tested embryos, otherwise he is open to transferring up to two blastocysts if untested.
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9
Age
33 - 34
Treated
2018 - 2019
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
2 IUI, 2 IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Unexplained
9
I did 3 transfers [at Reproductive Partners Medical Group]. Two of those with 1, no pregnancy. One of these with 2, resulting in a chemical. I'll transfer 2 next time... I've felt cared for and safe in their care. I've been going there for a year and a half...This is a multi doctor practice...It's tough always getting a different nurse. They're mostly all great!...You make a treatment plan before knowing the cost. That's traumatizing. I've had to change treatment plans because I couldn't afford the original one. They left a previous patient's baby on the screen in an office once, which was upsetting.
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Age
33 - 34
Treated
2018 - 2019
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$200K - $499K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
2 IUI, 2 IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Unexplained
9
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
You make a treatment plan before knowing the cost. That's traumatizing. I've had to change treatment plans because I couldn't afford the original one. They left a previous patient's baby on the screen in an office once, which was upsetting. The doctor calls to tell you you're not pregnant, but then you get the same call to great the upsetting news again. Despite these things, I've felt cared for and safe in their care. I've been going there for a year and a half.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Huang is very accessible. He will call after hours to make sure I have any questions answered. He texts to wish me luck before beta tests. He's really wonderful.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
It's tough always getting a different nurse. They're mostly all great!
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Huang takes his time. I've had many moments when I've been in tears, overwhelmed. Be never makes me feel like I'm taking too much time. My care feels individualized. He works with me to create a treatment plan that's feasible financially. He makes sure I'm comfortable. He didn't push me to do pgs testing even I decided not to do it. I'm so happy I found him. He is well liked by my acupuncturist.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Make sure he's the doctor that does your retrieval and transfers. This is a multi doctor practice. I've had all of my transfers done with him except one and the experience with him is far better.
Describe the protocols Andy Huang used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I did mini stim IVF due to my diminished ovarian reserve. This resulted is high quality embryos- we froze 3 first cycle (aa, bb, and bc) and 5 second cycle (2x4aa, 3aa, and 2x4ab). Someone be with my levels would be lucky to freeze 1 embryo. We're doing a hysteroscopy this cycle because I've not had a viable pregnancy with the high quality embryos and dr. Huang wants to make sure my uterus is all good before transferring two embryos.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
50k so far
Describe Andy Huang's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I did 3 transfers. Two of those with 1, no pregnancy. One of these with 2, resulting in a chemical. I'll transfer 2 next time. They try to avoid twins but because I've not had a pregnancy, he's trying to increase the odds.
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9
Age
29 - 31
Treated
2016 - 2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Male Factor
9
The office [Reproductive Partners Medical Group] is very clean, but the waiting room is always crowded and the wait time is sometimes up to 2 hours!! ... The front office staff usually don’t give great estimates on wait time and I had plenty of days where I was late to work in the mornings. ... I was soooo shocked and scared that I was given a wrong diagnosis by the nurse on the phone. ...
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Age
29 - 31
Treated
2016 - 2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Male Factor
9
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The office is very clean, but the waiting room is always crowded and the wait time is sometimes up to 2 hours!! That is the only downfall of the boutique clinic. The front office staff usually don’t give great estimates on wait time and I had plenty of days where I was late to work in the mornings.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Huang always made me feel like I was his only patient, even when the office was packed with people in the waiting room. He spent time talking through the plan and expectations with me and would always return my call same day. He called to check in on me often and was always very pleasant to be around!
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nursing staff were all so sweet! They didn’t seem to remember me or other patients as well as the Doctors did, but they were all professional and kind!
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Provided conflicting information
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Huang was the best Doctor, with Dr. Wambach a very very close second. They both proved to be extremely knowledgable and patient with me, after having two miscarriages with PGS embryos. They are the most compassionate Doctors!
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Sometimes you have to ask for the real deal, as Dr. Huang is so positive sometimes he will make things seem better than they might be.
Describe the protocols Andy Huang used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I had one retrieval, got 7 embryos and was encouraged to PGS test. I ended up with 4 normal embryos. We did 2 transfers with a standard protocol (estrogen, progestrone, and baby aspirin) and I miscarried them both. The third transfer we put in 2 embryos and added in more meds - I was put on blood thinner shots, did 3 rounds of intrilipid infusions, and took pepcid, claritin, and steroids. One embryo stuck and I now have a baby girl!
Describe the costs associated with your care under Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
$25,000
Describe Andy Huang's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Dr. Huang suggested eset for my first two transfers and at my third transfer he said if I was comfortable with twins we could put both embryos in as one of the embryos didn’t have a great grade and didn’t seem likely to stick on its own. It turned out that embryo didn’t make it, so I ended up with a singleton.
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6
Age
38
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
7 Eggs Frozen
Treatment
2 Egg Freezing
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Male Factor, Other
6
The clinic [Reproductive Partners] seems pretty well organized, and the staff are pleasant and responsive. Scheduling is easy to do. ... My one complaint is that one of the financial coordinators was going to call me back ... I wish I would’ve contacted my insurance company directly in the first place because the clinic staff was unreliable and I felt like I wasted part of a cycle (time, money, and meds) as a result. ... The nurses were all great! Kind, patient, organized, and responsive to phone calls and emails. ...
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Age
38
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
7 Eggs Frozen
Race
European, Other
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Nurse or HC Services
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
2 Egg Freezing
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Male Factor, Other
6
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The clinic seems pretty well organized, and the staff are pleasant and responsive. Scheduling is easy to do. Hours of operation are pretty good and days of operation are excellent—7 days a week, including some holidays. My one complaint is that one of the financial coordinators was going to call me back about my inquiry of what would happen if we decided to cancel the cycle after stims had already beeb started but before egg retrieval. She was going to check with my insurance and let me know, but she never got back to me. I completed the cycle (and got a poor result) and then contacted the insurance myself and found out I could’ve cancelled the cycle and only paid for treatments up to that point, and could save the unused credit towards part of another cycle. I wish I would’ve contacted my insurance company directly in the first place because the clinic staff was unreliable and I felt like I wasted part of a cycle (time, money, and meds) as a result.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
When my husband and I arrived for the consultation, Dr. Amin called us from the waiting room herself. She had reviewed my medical records ahead of time and took her time to review med history and future goals, and explain our options for fertility treatments. During subsequent visits for monitoring, surgery, etc. she also had great bedside manners
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nurses were all great! Kind, patient, organized, and responsive to phone calls and emails.
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Provided conflicting information
- Failed to convey critical information
How was your experience with Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Amin was really professional, nice, showed compassion, patience and understanding. She was not the best communicator. She talked a lot at the consultation, but at subsequent visits she was very quiet and at times didn't fully inform me. I had to be proactive in asking questions and making suggestions. She was responsive, just didn’t initiate or advise as much as I would have liked. I don’t know if it was due to lack of experience, but she seemed to want to stick to a protocol, even when it seemed like it may not have been working. I’d like consult with other doctors for 2nd or 3rd opinions on what may work better next time.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Educate yourself about the fertility process and be proactive by pointing out your own observations and asking questions.
Describe the protocols Marli Amin used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I believe an antagonist protocol was used. First, I was put on birth control pills for about 2 weeks. All patients start stim injections on Saturdays. I took Menopur, Gonal-F, Ganirelix, and hCG for 2 cycles. Doses (mg, units etc) were not adjusted at all day-to-day or cycle-to-cycle. Only difference was I was on meds for longer # of days during 2nd cycle to give follicles more time to grow. 1st cycle: started with 8 follicles. On retrieval day, out of 7 follicles, 3 mature eggs and 2 immature eggs retrieved. 2nd cycle: Started with 9 follicles (based on what Dr told me during appt, but medical records I requested later only show max of 6 follicles during that cycle). On retrieval day, out of 5 follicles, 2 immature eggs were retrieved and the other follicles were “empty”. The immature eggs retrieved were able to mature overnight in the lab. So, total of 5 eggs frozen from 1st cycle and 2 eggs from 2nd cycle.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
It was covered by insurance. Insurance covered 30% of everything (consults, follow ups, labs, procedures, meds) until OOP max met, then covered 100%. I easily met my deductible and out-of-pocket max of $6500.
Describe Marli Amin's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I think she recommends eSET
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10
Age
39 - 40
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
2 IUI, 4 IVF
Diagnosis
Anovulation, Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Poor Egg Quality
10
Strengths [Reproductive Partners Medical Group] - top notch partners and rotating doctors who have made documented and published contributions to their fields, doctors who consult with each other, ultrasound tech on staff who steps in when they are busy, in- house surgery center and crypto freezers, flabotomist staffed, and very nice front of office staff. Weakness - billing office does not answer the phone or call you back, billing system is difficult to decode and understand, cancelled cycle fees are charged
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Age
39 - 40
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
No
Race
European, Middle Eastern
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Teacher
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
2 IUI, 4 IVF
Diagnosis
Anovulation, Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Poor Egg Quality
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Strengths - top notch partners and rotating doctors who have made documented and published contributions to their fields, doctors who consult with each other, ultrasound tech on staff who steps in when they are busy, in- house surgery center and crypto freezers, flabotomist staffed, and very nice front of office staff.
Weakness - billing office does not answer the phone or call you back, billing system is difficult to decode and understand, cancelled cycle fees are charged
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. A is truely interested in my life. She always asks me about work and my family in a genuine way and shares things about her life as well. She has called me or texted me in the evening on multiple occasions when she could have been spending time with her family. Dr. A is very empathetic when dealing with disappointment and does everything she can to comfort us.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nursing staff is stacked full of caring people who cheer you on, thoroughly explain medications and who are willing to accommodate for scheduling requests. They also always call back in a timely fashion.
How was your experience with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
I have had a long and rough road with treatments. Dr. A has not given up on my desire to use my own eggs. With a low anteral count, it has been a challenge. She employs patience during my very long cycles upwards of 120 days and does everything possible to avoid canceling a cycle. When regrouping after a failure, she is always coming up with a new protocol in the effort to find something that will work. She is even open to suggestions from me and is always telling me to read about my infertility problems and to do my research.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Don’t be afraid to share your ideas and ask lots of questions. Dr. A is very open to it.
Describe the protocols Gayane Ambartsumyan used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
Clomid 100 with iui -1 follicle
Clomid 150 - 1 follicle
Letrozol 75 with iui - 1 follicle
Follistim 100 with IVF - 1 follicle, 1 egg retrieved, abnormal fertilization
Gonal f 100 with IVF - 1 follicle, 1 egg retrieved, abnormal fertilization
Lupron mini flare w/menopur IVF - cancelled cycle
Clomid and Letrozol together then added gonol 100 for 6 days IVF - 1 follicle, 1 egg retrieved, fertilized and frozen
Menopur with clomid IVF - 2 follicles for retrieval, waiting for fertilization results.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
IUI - $500 plus $160 per ultrasound
Min Stim IVF - $5500
Mild stim IVF - $6500
Describe Gayane Ambartsumyan's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Dr. A promotes eSET.
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Verified
This patient has provided documentation of treatment at this clinic.
7
Age
31 - 33
Treated
2016 - 2018
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
5 IUI
Diagnosis
Anovulation, Unexplained
7
The clinic [Reproductive Partners Medical Group] was clean, but the furniture was very old. I didn't appreciate that personal information was given out in front of other nurses, staff and sometimes around other patients. I think it was just the way the clinic was set up that it wasn't very private... I remember that my wife would be waiting on the phone for a call that sometimes never came. She would have to call and sometimes they would say they would call back and they wouldn't.
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Age
31 - 33
Treated
2016 - 2018
Success with this Doc
No
Race
Latino
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Business Executive
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 2 Docs
Treatment
5 IUI
Diagnosis
Anovulation, Unexplained
7
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The clinic was clean, but the furniture was very old. I didn't appreciate that personal information was given out in front of other nurses, staff and sometimes around other patients. I think it was just the way the clinic was set up that it wasn't very private
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Wayne Lin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Originally we were going to see Dr. Lane Wong, and we didn't know he was retiring and leaving his practice to Dr. Lin. From the very beginning that Dr. Lin started to care for us, we notice how caring he was. He took the time to listen to us, and told us to hold on to hope.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
I didn't really interact much with the nurses, as much as my wife did. But the interaction I did have with them was very minimal. They seems professional but not as caring as Dr. Lin.
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Failed to call with results
How was your experience with Wayne Lin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Lin was very caring and listen to us. He took the time to explain everything he was doing and his voice somehow put you at ease. He was very calm in his explanations and didn't rush us. The only thing I would've liked Dr. Lin to do is be more aggressive in treatment. I feel like it may have saved us some money and we may have had results faster.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Wayne Lin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Make sure you ask all of the questions you have, write them down before you go for your first consult. Try to arrive on time for your appointment so you will be seen on time. Tell Dr. Lin exactly what you want to do and what you are comfortable with doing and what you're not.
Describe the protocols Wayne Lin used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
My wife was the one who knows exactly what the treatments were but I know we used a lot of pills, sometimes injections and we did several IUIs.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Wayne Lin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Cash patient ultrasound visit $160, IUI $380, medications varied depending on insurance coverage.
Describe Wayne Lin's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
N/A
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10
Age
33 - 34
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
3 IVF, Donor Eggs
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
10
We love the clinic [Reproductive Partners Med Group] but hate the wait time. It’s obviously going to happen though when you, along with everyone else, loves the clinic and the doctor’s they are working with. That’s probably the only complaint.... We have always had such a great experience with everyone in that office. We are now on a first name basis with pretty much all of the staff and everyone is always so warm and welcoming. We can sit and chat with the financial woman all day.
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Age
33 - 34
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
No
Race
Other
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
3 IVF, Donor Eggs
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
We love the clinic but hate the wait time. It’s obviously going to happen though when you, along with everyone else, loves the clinic and the doctor’s they are working with. That’s probably the only complaint.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
After both miscarriages and our last negative pregnancy test, Dr. A has called us to apologize and we meet after each loss/NPT and discuss what is our next step. She’s personable and genuinely cares about us and her other patients. She puts thought into what else we can do to make things work.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Partners Medical Group. (Assigned nurse: Ashley Guzman)
We have always had such a great experience with everyone in that office. We are now on a first name basis with pretty much all of the staff and everyone is always so warm and welcoming. We can sit and chat with the financial woman all day.
How was your experience with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. A has always gone out of her way to make sure we are comfortable, we understand everything we will be doing and she sets time aside to talk to you when she’s at home. She wants to make sure we’re okay. She greets us personally in the waiting room, and won’t allow us to leave until she’s certain that we understand and that we are all on the same page, in terms of other options we have moving forward. She gets to know us as humans, not just patients.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Be open. Know that things won’t always go as planned but Dr. A will always make sure you’re in good hands. It’s a tough journey but with her, things seem a little easier and she’s certainly a light in a dark spot.
Describe the protocols Gayane Ambartsumyan used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I’ve tried endometrium and estrace three three times a day for the first two transfers. During our third, I started PIO injections and stuck with estrogen three times a day. As we prepare for our fourth, we are looking to do, PIO, endometrium, estrogen, a steroid and Intralipid infusions. She believes that my body rejects pregnancy so she is sure that using the infusion and steroid will shit my immune system down and accept the embryo this time around.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I believe each transfer, we have set up a package that included ultrasounds, blood work and actual transfer that has totaled $2,900. Our embryo testing was about $1,000, hysteroscopy was around $300-500 and mock cycle was around the same. Medications ranged from $700-1,000.
Describe Gayane Ambartsumyan's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
We have done eSET for all three because of the risks that come along with multiple pregnancies, which we have understood and respected. This time around, our fourth, we will be transferring two, which we love the idea of.
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10
Age
35
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
4 IUI, 1 IVF, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
Other
10
This clinic [Reproductive Partners Med Group] has the care and compassion you deserve when going through this trying time in your life. Their many strengths include; communication, accessibility and assurance. They break down the financial aspect in an easy to understand way that allows you no surprises when you are paying out of pocket.... Nurse Erica has been very accommodating to all of our questions. She gladly accepts an email or a phone call and responds as quickly as she can.
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Age
35
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
?
Race
Other
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Nurse or HC Services
Order & Number of Docs Seen
3rd of 3 Docs
Treatment
4 IUI, 1 IVF, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
Other
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
This clinic has the care and compassion you deserve when going through this trying time in your life. Their many strengths include; communication, accessibility and assurance. They break down the financial aspect in an easy to understand way that allows you no surprises when you are paying out of pocket.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Denise Cassidenti at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
I came to Dr. Cassidenti after being treated like a number from another facility. I was already frustrated with infertility and came to her with a lot of concerns. Dr. Cassidenti took the time to really explain IVF and a plan for us. At the end of our consultation she gave me a hug and reassured me that we will do everything in our power to alleviate our frustration.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Partners Medical Group. (Assigned nurse: Erica )
Nurse Erica has been very accommodating to all of our questions. She gladly accepts an email or a phone call and responds as quickly as she can. All the nursing staff have been caring and compassionate.
How was your experience with Denise Cassidenti at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Cassidenti has been an amazing practitioner so far. I have had to have uterine polyps removed prior to transferring an embryo so it has brought me a lot of anxiety. Dr. C has been a calming force to my procedure and has set us up for a successful transfer. She has allowed us to communicate all of our needs and has worked with us to make the best plan possible for a successful outcome.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Denise Cassidenti at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
She will do everything in her power to make you feel relaxed and ready for this endeavor.
Describe the protocols Denise Cassidenti used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
We decided to go through stim and an egg retrieval before the polyp surgery. Dr. C suggested that freezing embryos gives your body time to relax from the stim medication and have a better chance of taking an embryo. Since we only had two embryos, Dr. C suggested a mock transfer cycle to give me the best chance of having a successful transfer.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Denise Cassidenti at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
With PGS testing of embryos, and paying all out of pocket, cost was around 15,500.
Describe Denise Cassidenti's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
At this time, Dr. C agrees with our decision to transfer both of our frozen embryos. 1 embryo is graded as "Good" and 1 is a "Poor".
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10
Age
35
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
1 IUI, 3 IVF, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Male Factor, Poor Egg Quality
10
It’s [Repro Partners - Bev Hills] a very well oiled machine and the whole team works very well together to ensure you are receiving optimal care. I definitely don’t feel like just another number, which is how I felt at some of the other clinics I visited in the past. The whole team genuinely cares about getting you pregnant and is beyond supportive throughout the process.... Very clear and thorough in explaining the process, asking detailed questions and transparency with costs. The team asks a lot of questions to make sure they get a holistic understanding of your individual needs.
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Age
35
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
?
Race
Ashkenazi Jewish, Middle Eastern
Income
$200K - $499K
Occupation
Marketer or PR
Order & Number of Docs Seen
3rd of 3 Docs
Treatment
1 IUI, 3 IVF, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Male Factor, Poor Egg Quality
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
It’s a very well oiled machine and the whole team works very well together to ensure you are receiving optimal care. I definitely don’t feel like just another number, which is how I felt at some of the other clinics I visited in the past. The whole team genuinely cares about getting you pregnant and is beyond supportive throughout the process.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Huang is an incredibly thorough and articulate. He gives 110% attention whenever you are under his care. All of the doctors at his practice are equally as amazing and extremely knowledgable. They all work very well together as a team, and have thus far been very supportive throughout the IVF process.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Partners Medical Group. (Assigned nurse: Becca)
Very clear and thorough in explaining the process, asking detailed questions and transparency with costs. The team asks a lot of questions to make sure they get a holistic understanding of your individual needs.
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
After 3 disappointing attempts ivf with the same doctor, my husband and I decided to start getting a second and third opinion with some other doctors that were recommended to us. I was genuinely so thankful to have met Dr. Huang and immediately felt at ease. He had suggested some alternative options that our previous doctor had not tried and have encouraged me and my husband not to give up hope. I can not speak to the outcome but do feel very confident in Dr. Huang’s competency and knowledge.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
He’s worth the wait! I wasn’t sure if I wanted to wait 2 1/2 months to get an appointment but I’m very glad I did. Just the incredible wealth of knowledge I received from the first visit, immediately put me at ease despite everything that me and my husband had been through. Now that I’m in the system, I feel like I have his entire team’s support and they haven’t missed a beat with regards to attentiveness and communication.
Describe the protocols Andy Huang used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
After 3 failed rounds of IVF with heavy meds, he suggested a very mild form of stim that would be much less invasive. He said I may not produce as many eggs, but there is a chance that they will be better quality. He is also in the process of doing a mock transfer cycle to make sure there not any foreseeable issues with carrying before we move forward with the transfer..
Describe the costs associated with your care under Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
About $15k for a full IVF cycle
Describe Andy Huang's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
He suggested one embryo transfer at a time due to the risks associated with carrying twins.
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10
Age
33 - 35
Treated
2016 - 2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
2 IVF, Surrogacy
Diagnosis
Anovulation, Male Factor, PCOS, Unexplained
10
Patty, along with the other nurses at RPMG were fantastic. They were all super friendly, informative, approachable and compassionate. I always received a phone call back the same day and they were always available to answer questions when needed. Also, the appointments are made by the nurses at RPMG, so you can ask questions over the phone, which is nice.... While not the nicest looking office (RPMG Beverly Hills and Redondo are nice offices, the Westminster office is not as nice or up to date as BH), the staff here is excellent...
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Age
33 - 35
Treated
2016 - 2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
South Asian
Income
$200K - $499K
Occupation
Marketer or PR
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
2 IVF, Surrogacy
Diagnosis
Anovulation, Male Factor, PCOS, Unexplained
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
While not the nicest looking office (RPMG Beverly Hills and Redondo are nice offices, the Westminster office is not as nice or up to date as BH), the staff here is excellent, there isn't as long of a wait, you always see a doctor and they can do non-surgical procedures like hysteroscopies and transfers there.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Amin has the BEST bedside manner of any doctor that I've ever had, even outside of the fertility world. Obviously, infertility is a delicate subject and often very emotional, and she handles every situation with grace and kindness. She made herself completely available to me, even after hours, always took time to answer any questions we had and managed to deliver even the worst news in the best way possible. I always felt very cared for, emotionally and physically. I'm honestly so thankful to have worked with her during this incredibly difficult journey.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Partners Medical Group. (Assigned nurse: Patty)
Patty, along with the other nurses at RPMG were fantastic. They were all super friendly, informative, approachable and compassionate. I always received a phone call back the same day and they were always available to answer questions when needed. Also, the appointments are made by the nurses at RPMG, so you can ask questions over the phone, which is nice.
How was your experience with Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Amin is hands down the best doctor. I worked with her for a little over two years and, even though, this clinic was a drive for me and i knew I had good doctors available that were much closer, I still preferred to drive the 30 mins each way just to see her. She's incredibly kind, compassionate, empathetic, trustworthy and down to earth. She makes herself accessible to patients, even after hours, explains all procedures in great detail, delivers bad news in the best way possible - she's informative and direct, but also so incredibly kind and sympathetic in her delivery. She's the kind of doctor that would follow-up just to make sure you were okay, even days after.Dr. Amin was always there for any procedure and often changed her schedule just so she handled them herself.
I'm one of those rare patients whose uterine linings just wouldn't cooperate and I appreciated that she would continue to try new protocols and often brought in research about supplements, eastern medicine, etc to try alongside the treatment plans so it was a more holistic approach.
I cannot say enough good things about her and would recommend her to anyone living in the LA area!
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
If you ask her, she will always make time for you, so let her know when you have questions or when you feel like want another consultation.
Describe the protocols Marli Amin used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
IVF protocol: I did not use Lupron in my protocol, but instead used birth control for a few weeks and then used Menopur and Gonal-F simultaneously. She monitored closely and adjusted dosage based on follicle development. Dr. Amin recommended a frozen embryo transfer, so we froze all, did PGS testing and proceeded with a frozen transfer.
Describe Marli Amin's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Dr. Amin was open to multiple, but strongly recommended eSET, especially because our embryos were tested. I appreciated this approach because it proved to my that this wasn't just about increasing her or the clinics pregnancy rates, but she was truly looking out for what was best for my health and the baby's health.
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8
Age
37 - 42
Treated
2013 - 2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
3 IVF
Diagnosis
Poor Egg Quality
8
It's kind of confusing that I have different nurses [at Reproductive Partners Medical Group-LA] every time I go. They got much better but I had times when they made me feel like I am bothering them with my questions. Most of them more understanding and compassionate but some of them kind of rude... They messed up my insurance billing a bunch of times and it could be very frustrating in this difficult time we are going through
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Age
37 - 42
Treated
2013 - 2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Sales Representative
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 4 Docs
Treatment
3 IVF
Diagnosis
Poor Egg Quality
8
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The doctors are the best but the front office and the nurses could be better. They messed up my insurance billing a bunch of times and it could be very frustrating in this difficult time we are going through
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr Huang is very carrying. He made me feel comfortable. He gave me his personal cell number to call him if I had any questions
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
It's kind of confusing that I have different nurses every time I go.
They got much better but I had times when they made me feel like I am bothering them with my questions. Most of them more understanding and compassionate but some of them kind of rude
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Andy Huang is very compassionate . He makes me feel he really cares and wants me to get pregnant . I have my little miracle baby because of him. He is really smart. The only thing I don't like that I always see different doctors. I am going to him since 2013 and the office got really busy and popular so he doesn't have time like before. I only see him maybe once a month during a cycle.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Make sure you have a consultation with him first. Also you have to watch out for the billing department. They are little bit an organized.
Describe the protocols Andy Huang used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I don't really remember my first protocols. My last one I just did a mini Ivf. I was on estrodol patches for about a week. 50 mg clomid and 150 iu follitisim . My first cycle I got 4 5 days embryos total. 2 was fresh transfer but ended up with chemical pregnancy and my 2 fet I had a healthy pregnancy.
My second cycle I had 6 3day embryos total, I had 3 fet but I did get pregnant. My last cycle mini Ivf I got one embryo, not transferred yet.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I don't remember
Describe Andy Huang's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Because of my age and the embryo quality they recommended multiple embryo transfer
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10
Age
28 - 29
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
3 IUI
Diagnosis
PCOS, Tubal Blockage
10
They [Repro Partners Med Group] are super flexible with appointments - I’m a teacher and need early appointments, and I’ve never had a problem getting in and out. They save early appointments for that reason! I’m never waiting long in the waiting room, and after going to this clinic for a while, I like that I get welcomed by name when I sign in.... Nurses always return phone calls by the end of the day. They seem organized and are quick to answer questions and fill prescriptions.
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Age
28 - 29
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
No
Race
European, Ashkenazi Jewish
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Teacher
Order & Number of Docs Seen
3rd of 3 Docs
Treatment
3 IUI
Diagnosis
PCOS, Tubal Blockage
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
They are super flexible with appointments - I’m a teacher and need early appointments, and I’ve never had a problem getting in and out. They save early appointments for that reason! I’m never waiting long in the waiting room, and after going to this clinic for a while, I like that I get welcomed by name when I sign in.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. A spoke in a way that made me feel like she empathized with me. She briefly spoke of her own fertility problems and her bedside manner should be commended. Little things like putting her hand on my shoulder and saying sorry, or offering to have consultations via phone call in the evening (which worked best for us) - Dr. A helped us to feel some normalcy during these unusual and u comfortable circumstances.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Nurses always return phone calls by the end of the day. They seem organized and are quick to answer questions and fill prescriptions. One time, however, I had received my IUI sand a nurse gave me a big hug and said “It feels like it worked!” I had just received the insemination so I felt uncomfortable. That cycle didn’t work. She also was supposed to give me an antibiotic to prevent infection, but handed me Tylenol instead. Luckily I was ok.
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Failed to call in prescriptions to pharmacy
- Provided conflicting information
How was your experience with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. A went out of her way to contact us about further plans of treatment. Since we work all day, she called us from her home at 9pm. She had my file in front of her and was prepared to talk - we spoke for almost an hour! I’ve never had a doctor do that before. We also noticed that she left detailed notes in my records so that other doctors treating me when she couldn’t were fully knowledgeable about our specific treatment plan. When I came to Dr. A, I had had several cycles not work with previous doctors. She immediately sent me for blood work to get her own judgement and make her own decisions - she looks at the big picture.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Ask any questions you have - Dr. A won’t stop until you fully understand, and there’s no such thing as a stupid question.
Describe the protocols Gayane Ambartsumyan used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
By the time I got to Dr. A, I had done several Clomid and Letrozole cycles and had had one unsuccessful IUI through the use of injectables. When I came to her, she studied my records and decided to start from scratch - we did new blood panels and talked about results. Dr. A started me on a higher dose of Letrozole and we started again. I had an unsuccessful IUI with that one which led her to send me for a tubal dye test. She discovered I have a kinked Fallopian tube and I am now awaiting a laporoscopy procedure to see if it can be unkinked or removed. Our next step is IVF.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
We paid a copay every time we visited the office. We also paid for ultrasounds and all medications.
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8
Age
39 - 40
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
4 IUI, 4 IVF
Diagnosis
Unexplained
8
The greatest weakness in the amount of time you'll wait for your appointment, and the lack of empathy from the staff [RPMG] who handles billing.... there have been times where I am told to make sure I arrive on time for my appointment, and then I end up waiting one to two hours!!... They [nurses] are lovely , but very uneven. Some show a lot of compassion and care, others don't. Some are organized, others not. There was turnover, and lack of consistency. Some were organized, others not at all....really depended.
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Age
39 - 40
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
No
Race
Ashkenazi Jewish
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 4 Docs
Treatment
4 IUI, 4 IVF
Diagnosis
Unexplained
8
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The greatest weakness in the amount of time you'll wait for your appointment, and the lack of empathy from the staff who handles billing. Sometimes I'd be leaving in tears and they'd try to argue with me over a $60 ultrasound bill. The way I see it, you have my embryos, you have my credit card info, I don't need to sand in line crying to check out. We' re not running from paying. Additionally, there have been times where I am told to make sure I arrive on time for my appointment, and then I end up waiting one to two hours!! Not ok....PLUS I'd switched from a doctor who never made me wait more than 5 minutes, so I'd been spoiled.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Carrie herself was kind, compassionate, took time and care, and treated me like a human for sure. I cannot say the same of the office in general.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
They are lovely , but very uneven. Some show a lot of compassion and care, others don't. Some are organized, others not. There was turnover, and lack of consistency. Some were organized, others not at all....really depended.
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Failed to call in prescriptions to pharmacy
- Lost results
- Provided conflicting information
- Lost or damaged samples
How was your experience with Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Carrie has so much empathy. She has been thorough it herself, and describes things in a calm, cool, manner - not sugar coating but remaining positive. She makes herself available as needed and is extremely kind.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Sometimes she is scheduled to be your doctor and you end up pawned off to someone else in office.
Describe the protocols Carrie Wambach used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
When I moved over to RPMG, and specifically Carrie, I did so because she was far more aggressive on testing than what other doctors who considered some forms experimental. She did a full blood work panel testing for auto-immune issues. They came back negative. She did a uterine lining biopsy or what they call a "mock" cycle to ensure that your body is absorbing the meds at a certain rate. In my case, this yielded results that I need my transfer after 7 days of progesterone vs. five - so helpful info. She also did a full "auto-immune" protocol which is where I get intralipid infusion, take prednisone, and lovenox all to ensure that my immune system doesn't try to kill the embryo.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
$3500 for a transfer, $6900 for mini-stim, $6000 for genetic testing, $11,000 for full retrieval
Describe Carrie Wambach's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
We tried all variations - one, one tested, mutliples, mixed tested and untested. Each time there was a different approach and a different reason.
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10
Age
36 - 38
Treated
2016 - 2018
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
4 IUI, 4 IVF, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Endometriosis, Poor Egg Quality, Unexplained
10
The clinic is very busy. Wait times can be long, but that’s because you see a doctor at each visit, and they actually spend time with you answering questions, talking about concerns, etc. Treatment is expensive, but you’re paying for quality. Everyone is top notch...including the front office staff and billing.
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Age
36 - 38
Treated
2016 - 2018
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$200K - $499K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
4 IUI, 4 IVF, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Endometriosis, Poor Egg Quality, Unexplained
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The clinic is very busy. Wait times can be long, but that’s because you see a doctor at each visit, and they actually spend time with you answering questions, talking about concerns, etc. Treatment is expensive, but you’re paying for quality. Everyone is top notch...including the front office staff and billing.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. A is amazing. She really takes the time to get to you know you, understand your concerns, alleviate those concerns (as much as she can), and set realistic expectations with you without alienating you or being callous/cold. She is incredibly accessible (gives out her cell phone number and email address), and truly cares about you as a person.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nursing staff at RPMG is very busy, but I have never felt that they have dropped the ball, not followed through, etc. They are compassionate and sympathetic.
How was your experience with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. A is exactly what I want out of an RE. I’ve struggled with infertility and now repeat pregnancy loss, and she has shown great care, compassion and concern for me. I like that I always see her if she’s in the office (if she’s not in, I see one if her peers - I always see an RE, and they always do my ultrasounds and other procedures).
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Strike a balance between trusting her, with also being your own advocate. She is incredibly receptive to ideas, etc.
Describe the protocols Gayane Ambartsumyan used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
IUI 1-2: no meds
IUI 3-4: 50mg of Clomid
IVF #1: antagonist protocol (300iu Follistim, 150 Menopur, Cetrotide, hCG trigger)
IVF #2: Long Lupron protocol (Lupron, 300iu Follistim, 150 Menopur, .5ml Omnitrope)
IVF #3: Minimal stimulation protocol (100mg Clomid, 150iu Gonal-F, .5ml Omnitrope, Ganirelix, hCG trigger)
IVF #4: Same protocol as IVF #3
Describe the costs associated with your care under Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
It’s very pricey. I had insurance coverage for my first two rounds, but exhausted it. My minimal stimulation cycles each cost $6500, plus $3000 for PGS testing. FET was $1900, with my insurance being billed for all monitoring appointments and bloodwork.
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7
Age
37 - 38
Treated
2016 - 2017
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
7 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Other
7
They [Repro Partners ] are open 7 days a week, which is a plus. They are flexible with your schedule. Although they only do procedure appointments (i.e. ultrasounds, IUI, IVF) in the mornings so almost all your appointments will be before 12...The money issue is very weird here...The forms they give you have all different numbers, and they highlight and write in information to change things. It is very confusing. I ended up paying much more than initially was on any paperwork.
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Age
37 - 38
Treated
2016 - 2017
Success with this Doc
No
Race
European
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Teacher
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 2 Docs
Treatment
7 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Other
7
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
They are open 7 days a week, which is a plus. They are flexible with your schedule. Although they only do procedure appointments (i.e. ultrasounds, IUI, IVF) in the mornings so almost all your appointments will be before 12. In the afternoon is when they do consult apppointments with Dr. I was told it was because they did not have full staff in afternoons. This was the downside for me since it was hard for me to take time off work in the mornings. The weekend appointments were great!
Wait times were really a pain. My husband and I would take time off work to go to appointments and I started having my husband come about 45 minutes after our appointment time or call in because they never were on time. If you do not have a flexible work schedule, this could not be a good fit for you. Plan on being at office for at least 90 minutes.
psychologically I had a hard time with this clinic because I need to make connections with people to feel comfortable and confident. This process is so HARD and consuming. Maybe there should be a counselor required to make it more successful. I just felt as if I was a number and it did not matter if treatment was successful or not. After my failed IVF I did not get any kind of followup. I did get a call from the nurse asking if I was ready to schedule my next appointment. Not in my book the same thing.
The money issue is very weird here. You would think being a very successful Infertility clinic that the breakdown of cost would be very clear. It was not the case here. The forms they give you have all different numbers, and they highlight and write in information to change things. It is very confusing. I ended up paying much more than initially was on any paperwork. Which they verbally hint to but never put into writing,.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
I would spend on average an hour at Dr. office for each appointment. The majority of that in waiting room after my appointment time. Once I would see a Dr. they had great bedside manner and were very positive, but the rest of the time I would be shuffled between this nurse and that room to another nurse for scheduling, to another for payment, then another for questions.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Partners Medical Group. (Assigned nurse: I was, but saw so many I could not remember her name)
There were different people each time I came in. They did not really get personal, and relied mainly on the chart. I am a teacher so coming in was not the easiest thing to fit in my schedule when I had to wait an hour at a time to come in. They always accomodated my schedule while making the appointment, but the appointment time never stuck. They were always running late, or by their first come first serve basis. ( I saw at one appointment, that they triple booked the Dr. for one on one desk appointments which led me to sit for 75 minutes for mine.)
I felt the nurses just tried to get you in and out of their care. Each one had a specific job (appointments, blood, billing, cleaning room, note taking) that I never felt any closeness to any of them and I spent the most time around them.
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Failed to call with results
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Andy Huang is a very positive and thorough doctor when you get to talk to him. He gives you contacts so that you can email or call him at any time. He always gets back to you within two days (usually in the late evenings.) The practice does not allow you to see him each time you visit since he covers two practices, one in Redondo Beach and another in Beverly Hills.
The other doctors though are very kind and knowledgeable as well. I mostly would see Dr. Yee and Dr. Ambartsumyan during my visits. The office is open everyday. This is really positive considering the stress that happens in timing and tracking that people trying to conceive go through. Having the multiple doctors allows the practice to do this.
Dr.Andy Huang has the "go, go, go" speed to his talking and you can tell he is a very busy man, but will follow through and take the time to answer your questions if you need him to. I am not great at the asking part, so probably did not use this to my full advantage.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Always allow multiple hours for your appointments. Come in with your questions prepared. If you want to see Dr. Huang only, be prepared to go to both locations (Redondo Beach and Beverly Hills.) The practice is open every day with shorter hours on weekends so you don't have to stress over timing issues. (I even saw a Dr. on an Easter holiday.)
Describe the protocols Andy Huang used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I had already been on Chlomid for 3 months prior to seeing Dr. Huang, so he began with Letrozole with IUI. We did this 4 times and then began the IVF protocol. The timing did not really work out so there was a 2 month break between. IUI and IVF.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I spent roughly around $30,000 for 1 round of IVF and 4 months of IUI
Describe Andy Huang's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I have a bicornuate uterus so Dr. Andy Huang decided that he would only transfer one embryo at a time due to complications that could happen with the pregnancy. This was decided in initial consult. I was not sure about it, but I followed his lead with him being the expert. I had 30 eggs retrieved, 8 embryos formed, and only one after genetic testing was viable. So I was only left with the one choice. The process from retrieval to insemination I felt became very rushed in that I did not get much information from doctors. I only got calls from nurses to relay information and they did not answer questions fully.
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10
Age
32
Treated
2017
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
4 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Endometriosis, Poor Egg Quality
10
Some of this clinic's strengths are 1) it has a small practice feel and 2) it's comfortable and updated but not overtly pretentious. I do think that although it seems like a small practice, the clinic is taking on more and more patients. I say this because of some longer waits I experienced...RPMG shared its nursing staff across doctors...Treatment costs were straightforward and clear. My consultation was $324 including ultrasound...They were always warm and friendly and accommodating.
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Age
32
Treated
2017
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Teacher
Order & Number of Docs Seen
3rd of 3 Docs
Treatment
4 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Endometriosis, Poor Egg Quality
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Some of this clinic's strengths are 1) it has a small practice feel and 2) it's comfortable and updated but not overtly pretentious. I do think that although it seems like a small practice, the clinic is taking on more and more patients. I say this because of some longer waits I experienced (especially on weekends) and from staff indicating they had more patients. Even when it was busy, the nurses and the doctor did their best to move patients along without sacrificing face-to-face appointment time. On a particularly busy day, I even witnessed Dr. Andy Hoang assist the nursing staff by prepping rooms and calling patients back himself. I appreciated that and felt it spoke to Dr. Hoang's commitment to the practice and his patients.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. A and the entire staff made it a point to address me in a way that made me feel they were familiar with me and my medical history. They were always warm and friendly and accommodating. I know they have many patients, but I always felt I received the time and devotion I deserved. Dr. A was especially devoted, providing her personal phone and email contacts. She would always respond within 24 hours or sooner (sometimes replying to emails in the middle of the night or early morning hours).
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
At the practice I went to immediately before Reproductive Partners Medical Group, each doctor had his own nursing staff dedicated to him and his patients. In contrast, RPMG shared its nursing staff across doctors (and even clinics for staffing reasons). I found RPMG's nursing staff to be much better at communicating. Every single nurse was clear and detailed in communicating the doctor's protocols. The nurses tasked with making sure I had the correct medication on time were cognizant of the financial pressure fertility treatments can place on a person. That being said they always gave suggestions for how and where to get the best prices and would fully pursue discounts I found on my own. The clinic was organized with the nursing station open and centrally located. The staff always demonstrated a high level of professionalism toward me and toward their colleagues. I always felt calm going into the clinic because the staff and doctors were calm (no matter how busy they were).
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Failed to call with results
- Provided conflicting information
How was your experience with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Ambartsumyan was a good fit for me. She was a good combination of practicality and optimism, always encouraging but not without making sure our expectations were realistic. For example, Dr. had indicated that I would likely not produce many eggs during my atom cycle. I knew that up front so I never felt discouraged when my scans only showed 6 follicles. However, I was very excited when Dr. A retrieved 12 eggs on retrieval day. Dr. A was always bubbly and personable, easily making conversation. She was always mindful of our time and schedule as we commuted 2-4 hours one-way (depending on traffic) to visit the Rendo Beach office.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Be open about concerns and have them addressed instead of worrying about them alone.
Describe the protocols Gayane Ambartsumyan used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
Dr. A recommended a estrogen-priming cycle, I believe because of my diminished ovarian reserve. I was on a specific birth control pill before starting. Then transitioned to estrogen. The last part of my stim cycle included Follistim and Menopur followed by Ganirelix and Pregnyl. My stim medications were increased during monitoring. I produced 12 eggs, 10 of which fertilized via ICSI. 4 embryos arrested; a few had to grow longer than expected. 6 were sent for PGS, including a 5AC embryo that did not meet the clinics standard. 2 of the 6 were found to be chromosomally normal--a 5AA the 5AC. After this freeze-all cycle (and after my embryos underwent PGS), I was on birth control for a month or so. Then I went on estrogen at the beginning of my frozen embryo transfer. Luteal phase support included Endometrin. Since we were transferring a PGS-tested embryo we were happy to follow Dr. A's suggestion that she perform a eSET.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Treatment costs were straightforward and clear. My consultation was $324 including ultrasound. Each ultrasound outside of my stim cycle was $195 and labwork was approximately $60. The global fee for my freeze-all egg retrieval cycle was approximately $14k including the PGS biopsy, ICSI and assisted hatching. The cost of PGS payable to Igenomics was approximately $2k. A mock transfer/ saline sonography was performed before the transfer and cost $720. The frozen embryo transfer cost approximately $1600. Medications for the stim cycle and FET cycle totaled approximately $5400 (and includes Progesterone support after positive pregnancy test.
Describe Gayane Ambartsumyan's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Our situation seemed straightforward. We wanted to avoid multiples. Having our embryos PGS-tested gave us peace of mind when deciding on the suggested eSET. Had they not been PGS-tested, I don't know what our doctor's suggestion would have been. I do think our decision on the number of embryos to transfer would have been much more difficult.
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9
Age
36 - 37
Treated
2016 - 2017
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
1 IUI
Diagnosis
Unexplained
9
This clinic [Repro Partners] is Strong in having a large staff with multiple competent doctors, many nurses and the ability to do procedures in house. They are staffed 7 days a week with early appointments. Wait times are sometimes the only issue. It is a popular clinic and many patients are scheduled during office hours so they can get backed up...Kind doctors and nurses who explained everything they were doing, observing, and gave advice that included patient's input.
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Age
36 - 37
Treated
2016 - 2017
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
Prefer not to answer
Income
—
Occupation
Lawyer
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
1 IUI
Diagnosis
Unexplained
9
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
This clinic is Strong in having a large staff with multiple competent doctors, many nurses and the ability to do procedures in house. They are staffed 7 days a week with early appointments. Wait times are sometimes the only issue. It is a popular clinic and many patients are scheduled during office hours so they can get backed up. Try to go first thing in the morning or "off hours" and ask the nurses to tell you when it won't be busy or how to get seen faster when scheduling so you won't have to wait too long.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Kind doctors and nurses who explained everything they were doing, observing, and gave advice that included patient's input.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
they were often my primary contact for questions or follow up from appointments or results.
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Huang is strong in explaining infertility, treatments, and what he is observing on ultrasounds. He has a very soft-touch bedside manner. He comes off as a very kind, compassionate doctor. He comes off as experienced when he is talking. I enjoyed our visits because he is so personable. He would also call or email back in response to questions I had.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Let him be the expert; you should give him feedback on your opinions on timing and comfort level with various procedures as the patient once you know what your options are.
Describe the protocols Andy Huang used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
We evaluated both of us for various explanations for infertility, decided to try on our own to conceive with help from tracking and ultrasounds for a period of time that we were comfortable with, and ultimately decided the next step after a period of unexplained infertility was to try IUI with clomid. It resulted in a successful pregnancy on the first try of IUI.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
the costs were reasonable in my opinion, but negotiated under my insurance rates.
Describe Andy Huang's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
N/a
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10
Age
35 - 36
Treated
2016 - 2017
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
3 IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Male Factor
10
I did Attain Fertility [at Reproductive Partners Medical Group] where I got 2 cycles for around $21,000. Anesthesia costs around $800 My IVF meds per cycle were around 5-6k each time. Co- culture was $450 each time Since I was out of state I had to pay for additional lab monitoring and ultrasounds which was about $3,000 but if I had lived locally all of those would have been included with my Attain Fertility package...Jennifer was great in coordinating my schedule with Dr. Huang's. Also she was great since I was across the country at keeping me updated and made sure I had all my medications ordered and all paper work done. Always returned my phone calls/emails within the same day.
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Age
35 - 36
Treated
2016 - 2017
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$500K
Occupation
Doctor
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
3 IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Male Factor
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Strength was quality care with compassionate staff, excellent and clean facilities, great follow up with labs/test results.
Can't think of any weakness except I wish Dr. Huang was on the east coast and closer to me!
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Huang has the best bedside manner of any doctor ( not just REI) that I have ever seen. He gave me factual information, hope, and kindness. He made himself available 24/7 with phone, text, and e-mail. This man is like God's right hand to me! Brilliant doctor who communicates effectively and cares about his patients and outcomes.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Partners Medical Group. (Assigned nurse: Jennifer)
Jennifer was great in coordinating my schedule with Dr. Huang's. Also she was great since I was across the country at keeping me updated and made sure I had all my medications ordered and all paper work done. Always returned my phone calls/emails within the same day.
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
This doctor is dying amazing. The man even called me when he was on vacation out of the country and even checked on me over Easter weekend when I was 14 weeks pregnant. He loves to follow up with his patients even when your care with him his over. Answers every question you have. He gave me hope, when I no longer had hope for myself and after being treated rudely at Nashville Fertility. Also all care and appointments are managed by doctors only- no PA's or NP. As a fellow physician this was very impotent to me as this is more like concierge medicine since everything is paid out of pocket. He worked well with lab results that had to be done since I lived out of state and always communicated with my OB doc in my home state of KY. Again, I plan to travel across country to see this man again if I decide to have another baby.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Be prepared to be treated like a celebrity. He makes you feel as if you are his only patient. Top of the line care!
Describe the protocols Andy Huang used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
DOR-
Used Gonal F, Menopur, Cetrotide, Growth Hormone, pure HcG for trigger. Co-culture with follicular fluid.
Did ICSI with both retrievals. Used Endometrin suppositories and than changed to IM progesterone. Took some estrogen tablets as well.
Did use supplement and acupuncture.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I did Attain Fertility where I got 2 cycles for around $21,000.
Anesthesia costs around $800
My IVF meds per cycle were around 5-6k each time.
Co- culture was $450 each time
Since I was out of state I had to pay for additional lab monitoring and ultrasounds which was about $3,000 but if I had lived locally all of those would have been included with my Attain Fertility package.
Describe Andy Huang's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
First time- only had Day 3 embryos- transfer 2 and ended up with chemical pregnancy.
2nd time- placed 2 Day 5 Blastocysts. 1 took!
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10
Age
32
Treated
2017
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
3 Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
—
10
The clinic [Reproductive Partners Medical Group] is very organized and prompt with returning phone calls. All of the nurses work closely together and will consult on a single patient if need be. I would prepare for a lot of testing as a new patient, and they do get busy on weekends and during the lunch hour. I did have to look after them to get back to me on billing, but i was able to get it resolved.
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Age
32
Treated
2017
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$0 - $49K
Occupation
Operations
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
3 Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
—
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The clinic is very organized and prompt with returning phone calls. All of the nurses work closely together and will consult on a single patient if need be. I would prepare for a lot of testing as a new patient, and they do get busy on weekends and during the lunch hour. I did have to look after them to get back to me on billing, but i was able to get it resolved. I wish they would accept my insurance (bcbs ppo)
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr A made me feel like a person because she showed genuine sympathy and compassion. She is always smiling and brings a postive feel to my appointments. After my first appointment with her, she called me to personally follow up and clarify what she was trying to accomplish by ordering a specific set of tests/labs. By just taking the time to make sure I understood and felt comfortable with her approach, I had a completely different outlook on this whole process. Before seeing her I felt lost, frustrated, and confused. Now I can honestly see a light at the end of the tunnel and am happy to say I trust her completely. I don't know what i would do without her to walk with me on this journey!
Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Partners Medical Group. (Assigned nurse: Maria)
Maria Is just like a great friend who happens to work at my clinic. She always calls me to give me status on lab work, genetic testing, when my eggs arrived, or to ask me questions. She is always very responsive via email or phone and will return my voice messages the same day. I firmly believe that a doctor's best weapon is a responsive and caring nurse team and i am so grateful for Maria and her diligence and follow-through!
How was your experience with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr A as a person is funny and treats me like I've been coming to her for years. She always says hello to me even if I am just stopping by for lab work and do not have an appointment with her. When I had to see another doctor and was worried about how he would read my information, she made plenty of notes in my file and asked him to contact her if further clarification was needed. I finally felt like I was making progress when I started seeing her as my primary doctor. She regularly calls me after appointments, even sometimes after 5 p.m. She spends close to 10 minutes on the phone and listens to me if I have worries or am nervous. She does not care if she has to repeat herself or if i ask for further clarification. She is so caring and attentive and makes me feel like I am important and strives to make this entire process as painless as possible.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
I would tell them that Dr A is absolutely wonderful and they are lucky to have her with them during the sometimes rocky road of infertility.
Describe the protocols Gayane Ambartsumyan used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
She was very particular about my uterine lining. At the end of each visit she set expectations for how she wanted to see my lining in 1 week. She was very conservative with her numbers, but it helped me to be more realistic. If she said she saw the lining at 6 mm she would write down 5.5 because she wanted to give some wiggle room to allow the additional medicine to make a difference. She would see me each week and if something needed tweaking she would suggest it. Instead of doing the same thing week after week with no results, she would have me take baby aspirin or use a heating bad to stimulate blood flow or add prenatal vitamins. When my ERA biopsy came back post receptive, she added 2 extra days of progesterone instead of 1 to make sure that next time i was tested the results would be better, and they were! She is a problem solver and always delivers on her expectation of providing results.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Costs have been considerable as my insurance is not accepted at RPMG. All has been out of pocket
Describe Gayane Ambartsumyan's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
i have not yet had that conversation with dr a as my eggs have not yet been thawed and fertilized.
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7
Age
31 - 33
Treated
2014 - 2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
2 IVF, 2 Egg Freezing, 2 Embryo Freezing
Diagnosis
Male Factor
7
I DO NOT like that this clinic [Reproductive Partners Medical Group] is located in Beverly Hills. They also always ran late. They billed properly and we're helpful with cash pay, but the running late drove me crazy. Sometimes it would be an hour or two late!... compared to other offices I've seen I felt valued and like I was the only patient. Though they ran late, it was because they never rushed you and we're willing to spend quality time.
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Age
31 - 33
Treated
2014 - 2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European, Latino, Other, Prefer not to answer
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 3 Docs
Treatment
2 IVF, 2 Egg Freezing, 2 Embryo Freezing
Diagnosis
Male Factor
7
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I DO NOT like that this clinic is located in Beverly Hills. They also always ran late. They billed properly and we're helpful with cash pay, but the running late drove me crazy. Sometimes it would be an hour or two late!
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
My husband and I are very conservative in the way we approach I've. We are less concerned with pregnancy and more concerned with the preservation of life. Though Dr. Rosen disagreed with our standpoint he never made us feel guilty or that our ethics were a problem. He was kind, respectful and above all he was willing to work within our ethical parameters to help us get pregnant.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
I had access to my physician often so the nursing staff and any issues I had was less bothersome. Truthfully, I did not find them to be anything but vanilla.
How was your experience with Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
We loved Dr. Rosen. He was compassionate and gave us fantastic care. I have no complaints. He was willing to trust our past success with other physicians as opposed to being arrogant and having to do things his own way. He did not have an agenda other than accommodating our needs as a family according to our values.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
To be willing to discuss and put forth your opinions so that he can know where you are coming from. I truly believe that is how we got pregnant!
Describe the protocols Gregory Rosen used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
For a frozen embryo transfer we used progesterone in Ethyl oleate, no birth control, and estrace pills. We also did strict bedrest.
Describe your experience with your monitoring appointments at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
It totally ruined my schedule. But I will say that compared to other offices I've seen I felt valued and like I was the only patient. Though they ran late, it was because they never rushed you and we're willing to spend quality time.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
We began with insurance coverage and ended up paying cash. We paid approximately $10,000 for a transfer.
Describe Gregory Rosen's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Our embryo quality was very good and our physician believed that statistics showed we would lower our chances of preserving each individual embryo if we put more than one in. We chose to do one at a time.
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4
Age
35 - 36
Treated
2015 - 2016
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
3 IUI, 2 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor, Unexplained
4
The nursing staff [Reproductive Partners Medical Group] was nice but I was not assigned to one particular nurse which makes it harder to provide continuity in care.... Be prepared to have your mind boggled trying to figure out the actual cost. They did directly bill anything they could to insurance like consultations which was convenient. The front desk staff were very nice. We often waited a long time for appointments.... They offered a risk share program through a 3rd party vendor you could join if you qualified. They also offered some kind of program through the clinic that if you were unsuccessful after the second ivf retrieval and using all embryos you would get the third cycle free
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Age
35 - 36
Treated
2015 - 2016
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Graphic Designer
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 2 Docs
Treatment
3 IUI, 2 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor, Unexplained
4
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The financial consultation was confusing and our consultant was not very compassionate. Be prepared to have your mind boggled trying to figure out the actual cost. They did directly bill anything they could to insurance like consultations which was convenient. The front desk staff were very nice. We often waited a long time for appointments. Newbies should make sure they ask questions if anything doesn't seem right.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Ambartsumyan has a good bedside manner. I felt the clinic in general was a bit confusing especially for a first time infertility patient.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nursing staff was nice but I was not assigned to one particular nurse which makes it harder to provide continuity in care. I think some of the processes could have been explained better, for instance during our IUI treatments Dr Ambartsumyan was on vacation and we saw other doctors but I was not told that she was out of town and thought this was just the way the clinic ran depending on who was on that day, but actually it seems you will see your primary Dr for everything under normal circumstances.
How was your experience with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr Ambartsumyan has a caring manner. Our results were not as good as we had hoped given the number of eggs retreived and i may not have been as straightforward a case as originally anticipated. It was alluded to that I might have poor egg quality which caused me a lot of emotional distress. While this could still be true I would have appreciated a more transparent assessment of the role that the hormones can play in egg quality especially since the first retrieval involves a bit more guess work as to how your body will respond to treatment. We decided to get a second opinion and do another retrieval before doing a transfer. My assessment at a different clinic was that I had probably been overstimulated on all IUIs and IVF and had a much better embryo result on my second retrieval at another clinic. In fairness Dr Ambartsumyan had also said that she would give me less medication if I did another retrieval.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
If you don't understand something to speak up.
Describe the protocols Gayane Ambartsumyan used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
We did 3 IUIs with clomid because we had some male factor (morphology and motility) no pregnancies. IVF retrieval, antagonist protocol as i had high AMH and seemed to have good egg reserve based on other parameters. High number of eggs retrieved, poor fertilization. Had some embryos to freeze, one ok quality blastocyst, one not so great blastocyst and two that were not yet blastocysts. We did not do a transfer and still have the embryos frozen.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
They offered a risk share program through a 3rd party vendor you could join if you qualified. They also offered some kind of program through the clinic that if you were unsuccessful after the second ivf retrieval and using all embryos you would get the third cycle free (may have also been some qualification requirements). The IUIs were cheaper than they would have been at some other clinics because our insurance policy covered ultrasounds.
Describe Gayane Ambartsumyan's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Seemed to be based on the situation, we could have done two embryo transfer if we wanted to based on the quality of blastocysts we had to transfer.
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10
Age
30
Treated
2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
6 IUI
Diagnosis
Tubal Blockage
10
[The nurses at Reproductive Partners Medical Group were] Well informed. If I had a question re: meds I would always ask to speak to dr before hand. Of course, staff always needed to screen the call and I get that. When I advised any questions or concerns I had; they would help me without me needing to talk to Dr.Amin. Schedule kindly and greatfuly around my work schedule
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Age
30
Treated
2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
Latino
Income
$0 - $49K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
6 IUI
Diagnosis
Tubal Blockage
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Be patient. Sometimes, like any doctors office they run behind. Rarely does it affect ones appt. This office is quick and very knowledgeable about your case regardless of who you are talking to. A weakness I would say would be is that they are not remotely close to where I live so sometimes scheduling appointments before or after work it’s hard with traffic it’s either the office in orange county or LA
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
They were very specific to my cases never did I once here a comparison btwn myself and other cases. My case is very unique and unlike many others; and because of it I never felt she was very sympathetic and understanding.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Well informed. If I had a question re: meds I would always ask to speak to dr before hand. Of course, staff always needed to screen the call and I get that. When I advised any questions or concerns I had; they would help me without me needing to talk to Dr.Amin. Schedule kindly and greatfuly around my work schedule
How was your experience with Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
There are many doctors at that practice. I can sincerely say there IS no weaknesses. If for whatever reason I had to see a different Dr; nothing was ever lost in translation, nor did it ever slip through the cracks. I was always able to reach Dr. Amin by email, and if she preferred to talk vs. emailing she would call me if she could. I even emailed her once while she was on vacation, and she responded immediately. I appreciated having her be that accessible.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Don’t worry. The road ahead with any fertility treatment is difficult as it is. There is no need to worry if Dr.Amin is the right doctor for you.
Describe the protocols Marli Amin used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I had tubal dye study done prior to beginning and treatment. As a result we noticed there was some blockage; leading to a surgery. After that was done; we began the rounds of IUI. With clomid to help along the way.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
$2,000-$5000
Describe Marli Amin's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Yes, when we begin the IVF process she strongly recommends one embryo at a time. Considering my age
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9
Age
30
Treated
2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
4 IUI
Diagnosis
Other, Unexplained
9
The clinic is set up as a rotation of doctors. There is about 4 on staff doctors so be aware that you may not see your doctor often. BUT, regardless all of the staff is great and trustworthy, so even though I didn't see mine often I felt like I was taking care of. The clinic is organized, all doctors and nurses will be up to date on your treatment plan, and it is running smoothly. I always felt like I got in and got out which is great because who wants to wait at the doctor for a long time. Communication is key, you may feel a little lost if you are the sit back and go with the flow kind of person. Speak up, ask questions and for directions. At first, I felt a little lost like they expected I knew what I was doing, but as soon as I asked the whole staff was great at explaining. Remember you have a voice, if you don't like something, or don't feel good about a treatment plan, advocate for yourself.
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Age
30
Treated
2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European, Ashkenazi Jewish, Native American
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Business Executive
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
4 IUI
Diagnosis
Other, Unexplained
9
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The clinic is set up as a rotation of doctors. There is about 4 on staff doctors so be aware that you may not see your doctor often. BUT, regardless all of the staff is great and trustworthy, so even though I didn't see mine often I felt like I was taking care of. The clinic is organized, all doctors and nurses will be up to date on your treatment plan, and it is running smoothly. I always felt like I got in and got out which is great because who wants to wait at the doctor for a long time.
Communication is key, you may feel a little lost if you are the sit back and go with the flow kind of person. Speak up, ask questions and for directions. At first, I felt a little lost like they expected I knew what I was doing, but as soon as I asked the whole staff was great at explaining.
Remember you have a voice, if you don't like something, or don't feel good about a treatment plan, advocate for yourself.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
I felt treated somewhere in the middle of a number and a human. I think he lacked bedside manner, which made me feel more like a number. Sometimes I questioned if we were just going through the motions of our plan.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
I loved the nursing staff! When Dr. Yee lacked bedside manner, the nurses definitely stepped up. They always made me feel welcomed. I felt like they were rooting for me. They were professional and organized. And I felt like I could ask them anything. They made all the difference and I appreciate them so much.
How was your experience with Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Yee was very knowledgeable and trustworthy. During our, consultations He took the time to answer all my questions. I loved that he didn't demand a protocol or treatment schedule, but he advised us on what was best and laid out our options to choose from. I felt he was thorough with testing before we started any treatments. We were diagnosed with unexplained infertility, which left me with no answers. Dr. Yee suggested we head to IUI and thought we had good chances of conceiving with IUI due to our unexplained diagnosis. After the first IUI with clomid, I wanted to skip to injectables and Dr. Yee was open to moving forward and listened to my complaints and suggestions. His character made me trust him, and I am glad we did, even though it took us 4 IUIs to get pregnant. My only complaint was Dr. Yee lacked bedside manner. At times I felt like I was just a number and not a patient he really wanted to help. Also, the way the clinic is run, I didn't always see Dr. Yee. There were a few cycles where I didn't see him at all, and other RE's did my treatment. I didn't mind this because Dr. Yee seemed to stay in good communication with the entire staff. I would recommend Dr. Yee to a friend of mine and I would go back to him in the future. Overall I was happy with my experience with Dr. Yee, and it didn't hurt that we got our miracle baby!
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Ask a lot of questions, you are your best advocate. I felt heard when I was communicating and inquiring about myself and my treatment plan.
Describe the protocols Bill Yee used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
We tried Clomid 50 mg for 2 cycles + a trigger to make sure I ovulated on time. I already ovulated on my own, but Dr. Yee thought this would boost ovulation and produce more follicles to up our chances of conceiving. Both cycles I got 1to 2 eggs and did not conceive. We moved on to IUI + Injectables + trigger shot + endometrium. During these cycles, I did double IUIs, one 24 hours after trigger, and one 48 hours after trigger. The injectables I was on was Gonal-F and I used 75iu every day until I was ready for a trigger. Each cycle on this protocol I produced 3-4 follicles. We had two cycles the failed and got negative pregnancy tests. The very last cycle of IUI (my 4th and final one), we caught a follicle and it implanted into a baby boy!
Describe the costs associated with your care under Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I had 50% coverage on testing, ultrasounds, and IUI. All IVF and Meds would be out of pocket. I paid about 1300 a cycle, but most of that was meds because injectables were completely out of pocket.
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10
Age
29 - 32
Treated
2013 - 2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
3 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor, Other
10
The office staff, from the front desk people to the nurses were wonderful [at Reproductive Partners]. I bonded with a few people and they were there to answer my many emails, questions, help me resolve any insurance billing issues and more. They took care of me personally.... We chose a plan that was $18k for a retrieval one subsequent transfers.... They are incredibly busy, but I found if I made my appointments for first thing in the morning at opening, I was in and out quicker.
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Age
29 - 32
Treated
2013 - 2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
Latino
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Teacher
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 2 Docs
Treatment
3 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor, Other
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
They are incredibly busy, but I found if I made my appointments for first thing in the morning at opening, I was in and out quicker.
Even if I was seen "late" I was never rushed during my appointment.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Rosen become someone who genuinely became concerned with my health first and foremost. He constantly reassured me that it wasn't about getting us pregnant, it was about getting us a healthy pregnancy and baby. He was available to us to talk us through results, plans, and he learned about us as individuals.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Partners Medical Group. (Assigned nurse: Eva Duncan )
The office staff, from the front desk people to the nurses were wonderful. I bonded with a few people and they were there to answer my many emails, questions, help me resolve any insurance billing issues and more. They took care of me personally.
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Failed to call with results
How was your experience with Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Rosen took the time to really learn my body, how it worked and what course of action we should take. He always made my health a priority and never proceeded with a cycle of things weren't 100%. He was humorous when he needed to be to and compassionate when we needed it. He was very thoughtful in his plans and he showed no hesitation to cancel plans for a transfer of something wasn't right and my body wasn't cooperating. I never felt rushed during appointments and took the time to explain everything to me as many times as I needed it.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
He is flamboyant, has a sense of humor. I appreciated this because it humanize him and allowed us to connect as humans more. He has a tough job, and I can understand his need to lighten the mood.
Describe the protocols Gregory Rosen used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
After 3 failed IUIs, we proceeded with having a hysteroscopic polypectomy to ensure my uterus was ideal for egg implantation. We used an antagonist protocol to suppress ovulation and stim: gonal F, Lupron and then a trigger shot. He had me on a low dose of aspirin and Synthroid to lower my thyroid level to enhance our chances. I ovulated naturally, had a good number of follicles and was "young" by fertility standards. Through our monitoring of my cycles for months prior to beginning IVF, he learned how my body responded to meds. We found that my body was not absorbing the progesterone suppositories well enough to sustain a pregnancy, so we changed to PIO injections.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
We chose a plan that was $18k for a retrieval one subsequent transfers. We did not have fertility coverage from our insurance at the time, but we were able to finance our cycle through our clinic.
Describe Gregory Rosen's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Dr. Rosen constantly explained that he wanted us to have a healthy pregnancy and baby-this meant he was comfortable with transferring one embryo at a time. I felt the same way, and being a premature twin myself, I understood his reservations about transferring more than one. Especially given that our primary reason for needing IVF was male factor infertility.
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8
Age
39 - 41
Treated
2014 - 2016
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
2 IUI, 5 IVF, Donor Eggs
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Poor Egg Quality
8
The financing for donor eggs is very difficult to understand. We even sat down with one of the staff from the office who walked through the different scenarios with us, but there were so many conditions that it was very difficult to figure out ahead of time how much money we needed for everything. The whole egg donation process was very confusing and stressful. There is a contact person at the office, but you need to do most of the legwork on your own to find a donor and an agency first, which is a difficult process. We felt very alone during this process.
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Age
39 - 41
Treated
2014 - 2016
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$200K - $499K
Occupation
Sales Representative
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
2 IUI, 5 IVF, Donor Eggs
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Poor Egg Quality
8
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Pros - I like that the clinic is open seven days a week and that they are open very early in the morning.
The office is very nice.
Cons - Parking is difficult to find, unless you park in the ramp, which is expensive and isn't validated.
The financing for donor eggs is very difficult to understand. We even sat down with one of the staff from the office who walked through the different scenarios with us, but there were so many conditions that it was very difficult to figure out ahead of time how much money we needed for everything. The whole egg donation process was very confusing and stressful. There is a contact person at the office, but you need to do most of the legwork on your own to find a donor and an agency first, which is a difficult process. We felt very alone during this process.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr Rosen and Dr. Huang always know who I am when they see me walk through the door. They also gave me their cell phone numbers and called me personally after each procedure to check on me.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nurses were always very knowledgeable and compassionate. I felt that they often went above and beyond.
How was your experience with Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
I would highly recommend Dr Rosen and Dr Huang. They are both extremely knowledgeable and very trustworthy. They do not always tell you what you want to hear, but you know that they are always being honest with you. They also have a great way of explaining things that can be very difficult to understand.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Meet with him for a consultation to see if you feel that it would be a good fit.
Describe the protocols Gregory Rosen used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
We tried IUI and IVF with our own eggs and sperm, but are now in the process of using donor eggs.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Very confusing
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Verified
This patient has provided documentation of treatment at this clinic.
10
Age
34
Treated
2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
1 IUI, 2 IVF, 2 Egg Freezing
Diagnosis
Male Factor, PCOS, Immunological
10
The best thing about Reproductive Partners is their approach to your treatment, I really felt like it was tailored to our needs and that we weren't rushed into a standard procedure. I really appreciated this after 3 failed attempts at another clinic. The weaknesses are definitely the links between the doctors and the nurses, and they need to work on ensuring this is seamless. It would be great if you always saw the same nurse as I think always swapping nurses means information gets lost...
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Age
34
Treated
2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Marketer or PR
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
1 IUI, 2 IVF, 2 Egg Freezing
Diagnosis
Male Factor, PCOS, Immunological
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The best thing about Reproductive Partners is their approach to your treatment, I really felt like it was tailored to our needs and that we weren't rushed into a standard procedure. I really appreciated this after 3 failed attempts at another clinic.
The weaknesses are definitely the links between the doctors and the nurses, and they need to work on ensuring this is seamless. It would be great if you always saw the same nurse as I think always swapping nurses means information gets lost.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
She was kind, respectful and honest about what we were going through and hugely optimistic about our chances.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Although my husband and I think very highly of Reproductive Partners and their team, there were stressful moments in our treatment that were mainly related to poor communication between the doctors and the nurses. Mistakes were made when communicating essential details about my treatment and at times we didn't receive the information we needed, often in time sensitive situations.
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Lost appointments
- Failed to call with results
- Provided conflicting information
- Failed to convey critical information
How was your experience with Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr Wambach was one of the best doctors I have ever encountered, she spent time looking at every issue we could be encountering that might be stopping me falling pregnant and didn't rush into IVF. She took the time to always answer our questions even when she was very busy and was available by text or email at all hours.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Don't be afraid to ask all your questions even when she seems very busy.
Describe the protocols Carrie Wambach used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
When making the eggs I took growth hormone to ensure we got a good number of quality eggs. We then had them all frozen to allow them to be genetically tested. She prescribed thyroid medicine to address a small issue there and performed surgery to remove a uterine septum. After the failure of the first transfer I underwent a protocol to suppress my immune system which resulted in my first pregnancy after four years of trying to conceive and 4 unsuccessful IVF cycles.
Describe your experience with your monitoring appointments at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
People did complain about waiting for appointments but it was never an issue for me, I was happy to wait as it was just the nature of going to that kind of clinic. During our time at Reproductive Partners they did make changes to the system which seemed to reduce the waiting time.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
We paid around $20,000 for our IVF treatment, including the genetic testing of our embryos.
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9
Age
30 - 31
Treated
2015 - 2016
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
1 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Endometriosis, Unexplained
9
I've typically not had long waits for my weekday appointments [at Repro Partners - Redondo]- usually no more than 20 minutes for a morning appointment. I have had a few longer waits (30-45 minutes) during weekend appointments because (as others have mentioned) they are not fully staffed on the weekend. I consider it a plus that they offer appointments on Saturdays and Sundays, so this doesn't bother me. I have had a few billing issues at this clinic where I've been over charged. No matter which clinic you go to I would suggest keeping detailed records of all of your expenses, copies of all of your receipts, and asking questions if something looks incorrect...
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Age
30 - 31
Treated
2015 - 2016
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Marketer or PR
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 2 Docs
Treatment
1 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Endometriosis, Unexplained
9
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I would say that this clinic is pretty well run. I've typically not had long waits for my weekday appointments - usually no more than 20 minutes for a morning appointment. I have had a few longer waits (30-45 minutes) during weekend appointments because (as others have mentioned) they are not fully staffed on the weekend. I consider it a plus that they offer appointments on Saturdays and Sundays, so this doesn't bother me. I have had a few billing issues at this clinic where I've been over charged. No matter which clinic you go to I would suggest keeping detailed records of all of your expenses, copies of all of your receipts, and asking questions if something looks incorrect.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
There does seem to be a high patient volume at this clinic, but the doctors and staff do a good job remembering names and faces. All of the doctors I have worked with at this clinic have been kind and knowledgeable. Most of the nurses and other staff at the office are friendly as well. Some of the nurses have more matter-of-fact attitudes than others, but they have all been courteous and willing to answer any questions.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Most of the nurses on staff are friendly. Some are more matter-of-fact than others (which can come off as unfriendly at times), but all of them have been willing to help me and answer any questions I've had. You don't have a dedicated nurse at this clinic, so you'll typically interact with 3-5 different nurses during any given treatment cycle.
How was your experience with Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
My experience with Dr. Yee has been positive overall. He is an incredibly intelligent doctor and he has a lot of experience in his field and explains things in a clear and easy to understand manner. He has also been compassionate and understanding during some tough times.
Dr. Yee is my primary doctor at the clinic, but I typically see other doctors for most of my appointments (ultrasounds, monitoring, etc.). I believe he performs a lot of the major procedures at the clinic, so he's not always available. I don't mind this as I've had positive experiences with all of the other doctors, but I did want to point this out.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Understand that if Dr. Yee is your primary doctor you will not see him at all of your appointments; however, you are in very good hands with any of the other doctors at the clinic.
Describe the protocols Bill Yee used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I don't remember the specifics of the protocol for my first IVF cycle, but I was closely monitored the whole time and adjustments were made to my medications when necessary.
Describe your experience with your monitoring appointments at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Monitoring appointments are always done in the mornings (before 11am). I don't know if they make exceptions for this. I prefer morning appointments so this has not been an issue for me.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I do not have insurance coverage for anything infertility related so costs are very expensive, but comparable to other clinics in the area. They will go over financing options with you if you are a candidate.
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7
Age
31 - 33
Treated
2013 - 2015
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor
7
I felt that if I didn't micromanage every detail of my treatment [at Reproductive Partners Medical Group], I would get conflicting information and my protocol would slip between the cracks...Competitive but expensive...Excellent doctors; terrible staff (nurses and billing). Bills at checkout never reflected accurately and it took me furnishing them with paid invoices to avoid being double-charged. The waiting room is completely overpopulated and appointments run incredibly late. Even if you go when they open their doors, you often wait at least 45 minutes to an hour to be seen. Parking is overpriced and you pay more for waiting beyond the time of your appointment than you do for your visit with the doctor.
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Age
31 - 33
Treated
2013 - 2015
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
Prefer not to answer
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 2 Docs
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor
7
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Excellent doctors; terrible staff (nurses and billing). Bills at checkout never reflected accurately and it took me furnishing them with paid invoices to avoid being double-charged. The waiting room is completely overpopulated and appointments run incredibly late. Even if you go when they open their doors, you often wait at least 45 minutes to an hour to be seen. Parking is overpriced and you pay more for waiting beyond the time of your appointment than you do for your visit with the doctor.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
it is no surprise that Dr. Huang is one of the sought after reproductive endocrinologists in the LA area. He is warm and accessible, even offering his personal mobile number so he can be reached for any and all concerns-even whilst on vacation. He is incredibly caring and supportive even as it pertains to the financial burden of his services for so many of us. For example, he is always quick to waive a service if he feels we could forego it and save on expenses. I cannot recommend him enough.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Constant staff changes, disorganized team who never seemed to recall my case; felt like I had to micromanage so I could ensure my medications and protocols were correct; terrible at blood draws, often taking multiple attempts. Generally unfriendly and lacked overall knowledge in their field.
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Failed to call in prescriptions to pharmacy
- Lost paperwork
- Failed to call with results
- Failed to inform you of changes in protocol
- Provided conflicting information
- Failed to convey critical information
- Scheduled the wrong procedure
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
I spoke to this in the last question, but, Dr. Hang's bedside manner and accessibility deserve special mention. I can't imagine any area of medicine that demands more vulnerability, and Dr. Huang brings 100% to this effort and truly makes his patients feel like they have an advocate and a friend.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
I would recommend him wholeheartedly, but I would caution them about the inherent difficulties of working with a very busy medical team and office.
Describe the protocols Andy Huang used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I believe it was pretty standard, however, we had to use ICSI. I recall using Menopur, Lupron, Gonal-F, Cetrotide, as well as estrogen patches (Minivelle) and progesterone supplements well into my pregnancy (Crinone). Visits consisted of blood draws and transvaginal ultrasounds.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Competitive but expensive
Describe Andy Huang's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Dr. Huang did not see any reason to transfer more than one embryo.
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6
Age
38
Treated
2015
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
8 IUI, 6 IVF, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
PCOS
6
I felt comfortable with all the nurses at all times [at Reproductive Partners]. I don't recall any issues...There are several other doctors within this clinic worthy of seeing...I felt like patients were on a conveyor belt. Get them in and out. Myself included. At random times I would be presented with a different doctor without being told this would happen on the dates of the appointments...He [Dr. Gregory Rosen] has great reviews and mainly is well regarded. I have met several people who like me found he made some mistakes that would have made the difference between successfully conceiving or not. He is friendly enough.
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Age
38
Treated
2015
Success with this Doc
No
Race
Other
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
4th of 8 Docs
Treatment
8 IUI, 6 IVF, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
PCOS
6
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
There are several other doctors within this clinic worthy of seeing.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
I felt like patients were on a conveyor belt. Get them in and out. Myself included. At random times I would be presented with a different doctor without being told this would happen on the dates of the appointments.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
I felt comfortable with all the nurses at all times. I don't recall any issues.
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Failed to call with results
How was your experience with Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
He made some vital mistakes. I shared I had symptoms of hypothyroidism and insisted my thyroid be tested. When the results returned a TSH level over 3, Dr. Rosen insisted this was normal. I later on my own had my thyroid tested by well known Endocrinologist who shared I did in fact have two issues going on with my thyroid. This Endocrinologist shared ideally a person's TSH level should be 2.5 or lower in order to conceive. He also shared, when under going fertility treatments with the use of fertility meds, a compromised thyroid is further compromised. Medication dosages should be adjusted accordingly. I found Dr. Rosen to be too egotistical at times. Perhaps needless to say, I left Reproductive Partners shortly after.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
He has great reviews and mainly is well regarded. I have met several people who like me found he made some mistakes that would have made the difference between successfully conceiving or not. He is friendly enough.
Describe the protocols Gregory Rosen used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
We used Femara tablets I believe cycle days 5-9 and triggered ovulation using an injection. If memory serves it was Ovidrel. Femara was used to help recruit multiple eggs to grow. Ovidrel was used to make sure I actually ovulated. I used Clear Blue OPKs at home to monitor my surge.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I actually don't recall. It was competitive to the market.
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6
Age
39 - 40
Treated
2014 - 2015
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
3 IUI, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
—
6
I think they [Reproductive Partners Medical Group - LA] take you more seriously for IVF - for IUI, you have to do more self-advocating and suggest treatments you've heard about. They are always busy - which is not necessarily a bad thing - but sometimes there are long waits to be seen. It's a calm, friendly, clean facility - the nursing team are great - the doctors I just found a little distracted....[Nurses are] Very professional - I always felt well looked after...
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Age
39 - 40
Treated
2014 - 2015
Success with this Doc
No
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Business Executive
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 2 Docs
Treatment
3 IUI, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
—
6
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I think they take you more seriously for IVF - for IUI, you have to do more self-advocating and suggest treatments you've heard about. They are always busy - which is not necessarily a bad thing - but sometimes there are long waits to be seen. It's a calm, friendly, clean facility - the nursing team are great - the doctors I just found a little distracted.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
I was always treated pleasantly I think - sometimes I was spoken down to or not given enough info but overall it was OK
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Very professional - I always felt well looked after
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Failed to call with results
- Provided conflicting information
How was your experience with Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
He was always personable but i felt he sometimes contradicted himself - telling me different things on later vista than what he had said on earlier visits. I also remember feeling conflicted between following his advice to the letter and going with my gut instinct. I wanted to trust him as he's the professional but something just told me I still had to look out for my own best interests.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
I think he's very realistic with you - maybe somewhat pessimistic. I feel he's probably better with IVF patients - I don't feel he gave the exact same attention / seriousness to IUIs.
Describe the protocols Gregory Rosen used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
2 IUI cycles with clomid. Good balance of seeing what happened naturally with an extra, non-invasive boost given my age. At the initial consult, Rosen said how critical timing was and how it was best to have the sperm there waiting for the egg to release. On both failed IUIs with him, the pre-procedure U/S showed I had already ovulated - he said it was fine as the egg could last up to 24 hrs but I felt it contradicted what he's said originally and was not giving me my best chance.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I think around $80-$120 per visit - usually because each involved an ultrasound. I think the actual IUI was about $300
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10
Age
41
Treated
2015
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
2 IVF
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Poor Egg Quality
10
The clinic can go to extremes, either very empty or very busy. It can get very busy on the weekends when usually only one doctor is in the office and patients can get backed up. Otherwise, it's very efficient getting bloodwork in on time, training to do injects, helping understand the financial aspects....Kate was my main contact but I saw several different nurses during the course of my treatments. Most were very knowledgable and helpful.
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Age
41
Treated
2015
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Teacher
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
2 IVF
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Poor Egg Quality
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The clinic can go to extremes, either very empty or very busy. It can get very busy on the weekends when usually only one doctor is in the office and patients can get backed up. Otherwise, it's very efficient getting bloodwork in on time, training to do injects, helping understand the financial aspects.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr Huang is very personable, friendly, and available to his pateints.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Partners Medical Group. (Assigned nurse: Kate )
Kate was my main contact but I saw several different nurses during the course of my treatments. Most were very knowledgable and helpful.
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr Huang is extremely knowledgable and realistic. He doesn't sugarcoat procedures or outcomes, but at the same time shows compassion and willingness to adjust treatment to provide a better outcome. He also provided me with his cell phone and email and was always prompt in answering my messages.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Have the nurses write a note in your file that you definitely want to see Dr Huang for every one of your visits if possible. Sometimes he has to be out of the office to perform procedures for other patients, but seeing him almost exclusively can be done!
Describe the protocols Andy Huang used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I was diagnosed with repeated pregnancy loss due to egg quality issues mainly attributed to maternal age. I was on an antagonist protocol using Menopur, Follistim, Ganirelix. I also used HgH in my 2nd cycle only.
Cycle 1-10 eggs retrieved, of which 9 were mature; 7 fertilized with ICSI; 3 made it to blastocyst stage for PGS biopsy; 1 normal embryo.
Cycle 2 - 11 eggs, of which 10 were mature; 9 fertilized with ICSI; 3 made it to blast stage for PGS; 0 normal embryos.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
We did the Global plan where we prepaid for 2 basic IVF cycles for $17,000. We paid separately for medication, anesthesia during egg retrieval, ICSI, PGS biopsy and testing...all in all, about $40,000-50,000. But take into account we had one cancelled cycle in between the 2 completed cycles, which raised the total because of the meds we'd already paid for.
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10
Age
36
Treated
2014
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
3 Embryo Freezing, IVF, Donor Eggs
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Poor Egg Quality
10
Looooong wait in the waiting room [at Reproductive Partners], so bring work to do. But, just a sign of how popular they are. People know a good clinic when they find one...AMAZING. Nicest staff ever. Can't say enough about their kindness and patience. Tanna especially is wonderful, though they all are....A fortune. $5,000 per Min Stim round. $15,000 for our donor cycle.
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Age
36
Treated
2014
Success with this Doc
No
Race
Ashkenazi Jewish
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
3 Embryo Freezing, IVF, Donor Eggs
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Poor Egg Quality
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Looooong wait in the waiting room, so bring work to do. But, just a sign of how popular they are. People know a good clinic when they find one.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Andy is the most caring, attentive, sensitive doctor I have ever worked with. He has the patience of a saint, will take my calls no matter the day or the hour. I don't know how he has a life outside of his practice!
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
AMAZING. Nicest staff ever. Can't say enough about their kindness and patience. Tanna especially is wonderful, though they all are.
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Andy goes above and beyond, and beyond that even. There's a reason his waiting room is so full (and full of celebs). He is one of the best fertility docs out there, with endless insights and ideas about next steps. My husband and I hit so many roadblocks, and Dr. Huang was right there to pick us up, and find the next route. He's relentless, and relentlessly kind, caring and full of hope. I NEVER felt financially taken advantage by him, even though it's a bloody fortune. I always felt he was trying to save us $$.
I would say start with him and you won't want to go anyplace else. I got second and third opinions, and always went back to Dr. Huang. I can't gush about him enough.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Know that this could be a very long journey. If you start there, then you will be happily surprised if it's a quick one.
Describe the protocols Andy Huang used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
Three rounds clomid and embryo banking, frozen at day 3. Put in two day 3s, didn't get pregnant. Grew the rest out to day 5. Put in 2 day 5s. Got pregnant, but had to terminate at 4 months due to structural problems. Went to donor eggs. Got 5 beauties (5 day embryos). Put one in, miscarried at 5 weeks. Going to run some tests to see if it was me or the embryos, then try again. I've carried a full term baby, so know I can get pregnant, but that was 3 years ago.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
A fortune. $5,000 per Min Stim round. $15,000 for our donor cycle.
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10
Age
44
Treated
2014
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
1 IVF, 1 Egg Freezing
Diagnosis
Male Factor, Other
10
I have already referred two couples to Reproductive Partners and they are in the early stages of the IVF process as well. The day we "graduated" from Reproductive Partners was bitter sweet for us. We were leaving a group of people that allowed [my wife] and I I to live our dream of starting a family, however the people that Reproductive Partners handed us off too (reco'd) have been amazing.
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Age
44
Treated
2014
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
Latino, Other
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Sales Representative
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 3 Docs
Treatment
1 IVF, 1 Egg Freezing
Diagnosis
Male Factor, Other
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
[My wife] logged on to my employment medical insurance site (United Healthcare Oxford) and found that Reproductive Partners accepted my insurance - which meant a HUGE HUGE savings for the us as far as the entire IVF process goes. Everything was fully covered (with the exception of the embryotic testing we elected to do). From the first day we went to Reproductive Partners we felt like we belonged. Every single person that works there is amazing.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. A is an entire level all together. The attention to detail and more importantly the compassion she shows is fantastic. I wish more doctors, in any type of practice had 1/10th of the compassion that Dr. A shows.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Maria was our usual point of contact as far as our daily nurse goes. She was great and made [my wife] and I feel like we were in good hands.
How was your experience with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
After our first (and only transfer) Dr. A would text or call [my wife] twice a week to check in on her. Made us feel at ease. If [my wife] had a question or concern, she was also able to text Dr. A on her personal cell phone and she would get back to us as soon as she could. I have already referred two couples to Reproductive Partners and they are in the early stages of the IVF process as well. The day we "graduated" from Reproductive Partners was bitter sweet for us. We were leaving a group of people that allowed [my wife] and I I to live our dream of starting a family, however the people that Reproductive Partners handed us off too (reco'd) have been amazing. Our high risk OBGYN (Dr Gutkin) and delivery OBGYN (Dr Rodriguiz) are very similar to Dr. A. Very transparent, always letting us know what is going on. If not for finding Dr. A and the Reproductive Partners, its hard for me to imagine how the 9-12 months of this process would have played out.
I will ALWAYS recommend Dr A and Reproductive Partners. Nobody better.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
She is great. Treats every single person like a human.
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10
Age
43 - 47
Treated
2015 - 2019
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
3 IUI
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Anovulation, Diminished Ovarian Reserve
10
I wouldn’t call this a weakness because it’s expected at doctor’s offices, but don’t get discouraged when you see their office [Reproduction Partners] packed. Strengths is that they are open all seven days and there is always a doctor on duty. The clinic is clean and the staff does a great job in keeping it nice. ... All the nurses at this office are always willing to help you. They communicate as soon as they get information via phone or email.
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Age
43 - 47
Treated
2015 - 2019
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
Latino
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Operations
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 2 Docs
Treatment
3 IUI
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Anovulation, Diminished Ovarian Reserve
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I wouldn’t call this a weakness because it’s expected at doctor’s offices, but don’t get discouraged when you see their office packed. Strengths is that they are open all seven days and there is always a doctor on duty. The clinic is clean and the staff does a great job in keeping it nice.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr A treats doesn’t brush me off. She will sit and listen to what you are feeling and answers all questions.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
All the nurses at this office are always willing to help you. They communicate as soon as they get information via phone or email.
How was your experience with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr A makes sure to review all your current and previous test results, scans, etc. She doesn’t let you leave her office with doubts. She makes sure you have a clear understanding of what your treatment will be. She also makes sure to follow up with you in case you get seen with another doctor if she wasn’t on duty that day.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Be honest with her on what you are going through and feeling. She needs to be aware of those internal feelings to better or adjust your treatment.
Describe the protocols Gayane Ambartsumyan used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
When we encountered a couple of ovarian cysts she wanted to make sure that only was I taking the appropriate dosage of birth control to get them to dissolve, she scheduled a hysteroscopy to make sure all was ok internally.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I have an HMO plan and my office visits are $45 each and my IUI’s are covered 50% by my insurance. They cost me around $1200.
Describe Gayane Ambartsumyan's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
N/A
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6
Age
38 - 40
Treated
2016 - 2018
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
5 IUI
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Male Factor
6
I love that it is open 7 days a week. The receptionists [Reproductive Partners Med Group] are very nice and helpful. I have always received good information from the nurses when I call in with questions. They try to keep me with Dr. Amin for my appointments.... There was only a couple times that I called in and they were unsure of the protocol. I was told one thing on the phone and then they called back later to tell me that the protocol would be different.... Unfortunately, my insurance does not pay anything and it is extremely expensive. It is costing me quite a bit and likely will have to stop without success.
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Age
38 - 40
Treated
2016 - 2018
Success with this Doc
?
Race
Ashkenazi Jewish, Other, Prefer not to answer
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Lawyer
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
5 IUI
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Male Factor
6
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I love that it is open 7 days a week. The receptionists are very nice and helpful. I have always received good information from the nurses when I call in with questions. They try to keep me with Dr. Amin for my appointments.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
She is in and out pretty quick. However, she does ask how I am and try to take time to explain things when I ask questions.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Partners Medical Group. (Assigned nurse: Monica)
Monica is great! I am not always lucky to get her with my treatment, but I am always glad when I do.
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Provided conflicting information
How was your experience with Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
She is very nice. I wish she would explain things more and discuss chances of success at each step. I wish that she would discuss next steps should the procedure not work. She is very knowledgeable and answers my questions when I ask.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Ask a lot of questions.
Describe the protocols Marli Amin used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
The first time I went to see her - I did a post-coital test that showed no sperm get to the uterus. Then we did one round of IUI natural and I received a negative pregnancy test. Then we did a second round and it was positive. This time, going for a second child, I went through 3 natural IUI's with no positive results. I requested injectables. I am currently awaiting results.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Unfortunately, my insurance does not pay anything and it is extremely expensive. It is costing me quite a bit and likely will have to stop without success.
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9
Age
34 - 35
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
2 Egg Freezing
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve
9
Strength is the dorctors and the location for me. Weakness was limited parking, very busy office [Repro Partners]. Billing was also not always clear and I felt that I had to be very on top of it all, rather than just leaving it in their hands...[Nursing Staff] They were compassionate and happy to answer my questions. I do wish I had had one nurse throughout...His [Dr. Huang] office is busy, and he travels between offices so I didnt see him every time
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Age
34 - 35
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
Ashkenazi Jewish
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
2 Egg Freezing
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve
9
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Strength is the dorctors and the location for me. Weakness was limited parking, very busy office. Billing was also not always clear and I felt that I had to be very on top of it all, rather than just leaving it in their hands
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
He had a extremely warm bedside manner, always answered all of my questions, and gave me confidence
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
They were compassionate and happy to answer my questions. I do wish I had had one nurse throughout.
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Andy took his time to explain everything for me but was also honest with me the whole way through, even when things werent going exactly as planned. His office is busy, and he travels between offices so I didnt see him every time, but was very happy with the other doctors too and felt they communicated the plan well to one another
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Be prepared to have bumps in the road
Describe the protocols Andy Huang used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I started with high dose stims but only a few follicles grew so we cancelled the cycle. The next cycle i started with lupron and then high stims and only 4 of the 10 follicles grew but these were retrieved ( 6 retrieved, 4 mature). The next round I started with birth control and then did mini cycle with clomid and gonal f. 8 eggs were retrieved and 6 mature
Describe the costs associated with your care under Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I think I paid about $8k for the first round, plus about $5k for medications. The second round I paid about $7k plus $3k for medications and the third round I paid $6k for the round and received a grant via BabyQuest for meds
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2
Age
33 - 34
Treated
2016 - 2017
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
5 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Poor Egg Quality, Other
2
[Repro Partners] For those in the Redondo region, the location is very close. that was a selling factor. The laying out of the charges were pretty steep and sometimes misleading. The IFV treatment we selected and it's payment terms were extremely misleading and we are currently paying the price as of current. Great doctors, but bad service around them... They had the documents about the gender results that we notified everyone there that we didn't want to see and it was laid out in open view in front of me, but sweeped up when noticed.
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Age
33 - 34
Treated
2016 - 2017
Success with this Doc
No
Race
European
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Operations
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 2 Docs
Treatment
5 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Poor Egg Quality, Other
2
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
For those in the Redondo region, the location is very close. that was a selling factor. The laying out of the charges were pretty steep and sometimes misleading. The IFV treatment we selected and it's payment terms were extremely misleading and we are currently paying the price as of current. Great doctors, but bad service around them.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nurses were task oriented. There were times that they were able to compromise of time slots for appointment scheduling, they were pretty robotic about their routine. They had the documents about the gender results that we notified everyone there that we didn't want to see and it was laid out in open view in front of me, but sweeped up when noticed.
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Huang is an exceptionally personable doctor. When we did get appointments from him, they were great. Although he was aware of our steps in our processes, he was not always the performer of the initial IUI and other regular visits to the clinic. He did explain this up front, but even still, would have been nicer to be more primary as the doctor rather than the other great doctors there.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Come in with a mind filled with questions, you will complete and meaningful responses.
Describe the protocols Andy Huang used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
good diets, exercise, on plan intercourse and dates for specific events need to be strict. treatment to go from iui to ivf after trial. there are many others bits, but he was very detailed and an order was clear
Describe the costs associated with your care under Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Big numbers for a good doctor consult, worth the price
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This patient has provided documentation of treatment at this clinic.
2
Age
35
Treated
2017
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
1 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor
2
The location isn't great. You have to anxiously search for free 2 hr street parking (which is sparse) or pay for underground parking (which is expensive). The waiting room [at Repro Partners - Bev Hills] leaves a lot to be desired. They blast music for privacy reasons but it can be painful when you have a hormone-induced migraine...Like the doctors at RP, the nurses are always rotating. You get whoever is available so I saw new faces all the time. I always had to reach out multiple times to get information that I needed.
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Age
35
Treated
2017
Success with this Doc
No
Race
East Asian
Income
$200K - $499K
Occupation
Operations
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 2 Docs
Treatment
1 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor
2
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The location isn't great. You have to anxiously search for free 2 hr street parking (which is sparse) or pay for underground parking (which is expensive). The waiting room leaves a lot to be desired. They blast music for privacy reasons but it can be painful when you have a hormone-induced migraine.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr Huang has really great bedside manner and explains things very patiently and thoroughly. This was the one and only time I saw him. For subsequent visits and for my IUIs (back to back), I saw two different doctors at the practice.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Like the doctors at RP, the nurses are always rotating. You get whoever is available so I saw new faces all the time. I always had to reach out multiple times to get information that I needed.
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Failed to call with results
- Failed to order appropriate test
- Failed to send your chart to another clinic
- Lost results
- Provided conflicting information
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr Huang is the doctor that I wanted to see. However, he has a busy schedule and is at different offices. I only saw him during my consult and met different doctors for the first time when they popped into the room to do my IUIs. When the IUIs failed, I received a call from Dr. Huang way later urging me to consider moving onto IVF. But, during that call, it seemed like he was distracted & didn't review my chart (since he asked me a question that I thought should be obvious had he looked at my chart - if the IUI round they had done was the first).
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr Huang is great and very reassuring if you can get time with him.
Describe the protocols Andy Huang used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
Clomid 50mg prior to IUI
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10
Age
41 - 42
Treated
2015 - 2016
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
1 IUI, 2 Egg Freezing
Diagnosis
Endometriosis, Uterine Fibroids
10
Dr Amin [at Reproductive Partners] is a dream. She has a magnetic warmth surpassed only by her knowledge of fertility and the IVF process. So personable and friendly while maintaining a level of professionalism that makes you feel like you're okay no matter what. She's honest and straightforward in a very nurturing way. Her actions are always in support of your goal of getting pregnant, even if it means her own business loses money. That's something I did not see from the other fertility docs we consulted with.
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Age
41 - 42
Treated
2015 - 2016
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$200K - $499K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
1 IUI, 2 Egg Freezing
Diagnosis
Endometriosis, Uterine Fibroids
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
All good
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
She is so warm and kind, always remembers us and waves when we are in the waiting room. Calls us regularly with updates and is always available for a phone call or quick consultation.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
All so kind and wise. Incredibly professional.
How was your experience with Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr Amin is a dream. She has a magnetic warmth surpassed only by her knowledge of fertility and the IVF process. So personable and friendly while maintaining a level of professionalism that makes you feel like you're okay no matter what. She's honest and straightforward in a very nurturing way. Her actions are always in support of your goal of getting pregnant, even if it means her own business loses money. That's something I did not see from the other fertility docs we consulted with.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Be patient with additional fees and trust you are in good hands. All you have to worry about is taking care of yourself during this very emotional and scary process-therapy, massage, acupuncture...it all helps keep you relaxed.
Describe the protocols Marli Amin used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I did a minimal stimulation (because if you have less than 4 follicles during an avg cycle, more drugs will not help) IVF course of egg retrieval twice, on clomid for 5 days, then doing one HCG injectable a few days prior to planned egg retrieval. The egg retrievals were easy and painless with hardly any down time.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
$5500 per retrieval cycle plus $150 for medications. $160/visit if I had a cyst (which had to be checked and monitored between cycles). Free embryo transfer after 3 retrieval cycles.
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8
Age
31 - 33
Treated
2013 - 2015
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor
8
[Reproductive Partners Medical Group was] Incredibly disorganized and overpopulated; poor communication; very inexperienced with blood draws ; left hand and right hand don't communicate; felt impersonal; constant turning over of staff; the absolute worst...[nurses were] Terribly disorganized, low-level skill, limited experience, poor communication...The experience felt like a 'baby mill' that was overpopulated and, as a result, it made me feel very nervous that they couldn't keep focused on my specific protocol.
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Age
31 - 33
Treated
2013 - 2015
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
Prefer not to answer
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor
8
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Incredibly disorganized and overpopulated; poor communication; very inexperienced with blood draws ; left hand and right hand don't communicate; felt impersonal; constant turning over of staff; the absolute worst
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
At first, I didn't feel quite as comfortable with him as I did with his partner, Dr. Huang. He is a bit sarcastic and lacks the bedside manner.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Terribly disorganized, low-level skill, limited experience, poor communication
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Failed to call in prescriptions to pharmacy
- Lost paperwork
- Lost appointments
- Failed to call with results
- Failed to inform you of changes in protocol
- Lost results
- Provided conflicting information
- Failed to convey critical information
- Scheduled the wrong procedure
How was your experience with Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Rosen is a bit sarcastic and sometimes comes off a bit short, but in times of need, he proved to be very caring and sympathetic. I felt completely confident in his abilities and he is an exceptionally knowledgeable physician. I ended seeing Dr. Rosen for the bulk of my IVF visits, and eventually came to appreciate him and find comfort in dealing with him.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
He and Dr. Huang have very different bedside manners, but they both care equally about success for their patients.
Describe the protocols Gregory Rosen used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I can't exactly recall the specific protocol, but it involved about 10-14 days of injections pre-retrieval. My FET included ICSI for male factor and was preceeded by estrogen patches. Following the transfer, I was put on a very long course of progesterone supplements.
Describe your experience with your monitoring appointments at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The experience felt like a 'baby mill' that was overpopulated and, as a result, it made me feel very nervous that they couldn't keep focused on my specific protocol.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Competitive but extremely costly for us
Describe Gregory Rosen's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Both of my doctors recommended a single embryo transfer without hesitation.
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9
Age
25 - 26
Treated
2011 - 2012
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
7 IUI, 2 IVF
Diagnosis
Anovulation, PCOS
9
Strengths: they [Repro Partners Med Group] were organized, kind, helpful, and very knowledgeable. Weaknesses: just a little pricey General info: you see whatever doctor is on call at the time, but they do discuss each patient and know what is going on with everyone, so ask your questions to whoever you see.... $800 for an IUI plus the cost of medication. Clomid: $50 Follistm: $150... They [nurses] were fantastic! They were so helpful and caring and kind!
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Age
25 - 26
Treated
2011 - 2012
Success with this Doc
No
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 3 Docs
Treatment
7 IUI, 2 IVF
Diagnosis
Anovulation, PCOS
9
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Strengths: they were organized, kind, helpful, and very knowledgeable.
Weaknesses: just a little pricey
General info: you see whatever doctor is on call at the time, but they do discuss each patient and know what is going on with everyone, so ask your questions to whoever you see.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
I felt heard and I really liked Dr. Yee, he was really kind and helpful. The only odd interaction I had was that on my 6th IUI as he walked out of the room after an ultrasound he said, "did you know that the more IUIs you do the less effective they become?"....and then he walked out.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Partners Medical Group. (Assigned nurse: Brenda)
They were fantastic! They were so helpful and caring and kind!
How was your experience with Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
He was very knowledgeable and explained things really well and in a way I could easily understand. The only time I had an odd interaction was the one I talked about before when he told me that IUIs get less effective the more you do them. I believe he was talking about clomid, but I was pretty confused after.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
I would just tell them to build a relationship with all the doctors because you see all of them.
Describe the protocols Bill Yee used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
We started with the lowest dosage of Clomid with an IUI. Our plan was to do 3 IUIs and then reevaluate. We did Clomid and then an HCG shot to get my body to ovulate. Then after the IUI I did progesterone suppositories until I got the results of the IUI.
The rationale for just doing 3 at first was that our insurance only helped out with 3.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
$800 for an IUI plus the cost of medication. Clomid: $50 Follistm: $150
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10
Age
41
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve
10
The clinic [Reproductive Partners Medical Group] is very well organized. You don't see the same nurse every time but it seems to work out OK as they all have knowledge. All staff makes sure you have questions and concerns addressed. The actual time spent with the Doctor is short as this is usually only during ultrasound. So if you have questions, you need to ask during that time or ask for time afterwards.
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Age
41
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
No
Race
Latino
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The clinic is very well organized. You don't see the same nurse every time but it seems to work out OK as they all have knowledge. All staff makes sure you have questions and concerns addressed. The actual time spent with the Doctor is short as this is usually only during ultrasound. So if you have questions, you need to ask during that time or ask for time afterwards.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
I felt like a human. Dr. Amin and her staff are always so warm and welcoming .
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
All of the nurses were very supportive , compassion and nice. AL sways followed up with me when necessary and made sure all of my questions or concerns were answered.
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Failed to call in prescriptions to pharmacy
How was your experience with Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
When I met Dr. Amin I appreciated her demeanor and thoroughness . I also felt that she was honest but also compassionate when explaining the process , expectations and possibilities to me. When going through cycles she was there at every step.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Ask about any ideas or suggestions you might have from doing your own research. Be your own advocate
Describe the protocols Marli Amin used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I have Diminished Ovarian Reserve and high FSH. since i was able to bring my FSH down and still had a period I used clomid for 10 days and then triggered. We retrieved one egg.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Marli Amin at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
consultation was round $169. I did a mini IVF cycle which cam to about $11k, this included PGS testing.
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10
Age
37
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
1 Egg Freezing
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve
10
Sometimes you have to call a few times for them [Reproductive Partners Medical Group] to get back to you. They will and they get to know you. Usually there is a wait— he [Dr. Huang] is good so it is worth the wait. During the procedure they were wonderful. I get like I was getting excellent care. ... They raised the costs at the end of the year. But they honored the price they quoted me originally. That was great.
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Age
37
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
Ashkenazi Jewish
Income
$200K - $499K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
1 Egg Freezing
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Sometimes you have to call a few times for them to get back to you. They will and they get to know you. Usually there is a wait— he is good so it is worth the wait. During the procedure they were wonderful. I get like I was getting excellent care.
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr Huang is very smart. I have diminished ovarian reserve and I am not the easiest case. He gave me options that my prior doctor did not give me (a mini ivf cycle)and was encouraging throughout the process. He also calls you after the surgery to make sure you are doing okay. He cares about his patients.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Go in with a clear picture of what you want. He is very optimistic and helpful but let him know where you are in the process. Also bring your computer to do work In the waiting room. He is busy.
Describe the protocols Andy Huang used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I did mini ivf because I did not have many eggs. It was successful one out of three times. Sometimes it just isn’t a great month.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
They raised the costs at the end of the year. But they honored the price they quoted me originally. That was great.
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10
Age
36 - 37
Treated
2018 - 2019
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
2 IUI, 1 IVF, 1 Embryo Freezing
Diagnosis
Male Factor, Unexplained
10
Weaknesses [of Reproductive Partners Med Group] are definitely the wait time. On any given appointment the wait is between 15-60 minutes. It’s a busy office. Also, whenever I call during the day I can never get a nurse on the phone l, always have to leave a message and then hope to answer the phone when they call back.... So many costs. $160 for every ultra sound, $85 (I think) for blood draw. Over $16,000 for IVF, not including meds or mock cycle.
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Age
36 - 37
Treated
2018 - 2019
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
Ashkenazi Jewish
Income
$200K - $499K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
2 IUI, 1 IVF, 1 Embryo Freezing
Diagnosis
Male Factor, Unexplained
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Weaknesses are definitely the wait time. On any given appointment the wait is between 15-60 minutes. It’s a busy office. Also, whenever I call during the day I can never get a nurse on the phone l, always have to leave a message and then hope to answer the phone when they call back.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Carrie and her staff are really lovely and understand this is a difficult journey. They are there to answer ALL of your questions no matter how many times you ask.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
They are delightful. It would be helpful if there was one person who was with you for each visit but doesn’t work like that
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Failed to call in prescriptions to pharmacy
- Failed to inform you of changes in protocol
- Provided conflicting information
How was your experience with Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Carrie is amazing - warm, compassionate, direct and honest. She’s tired and that’s literally the only bad thing I could say about her. She’s wonderful and helpful on this difficult journey.
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What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Take all of the pills, listen to Carrie and her plan but also know your own body. Too many failed IUIs will be frustrating.
Describe the protocols Carrie Wambach used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
Too much to even describe. Tried timed intercourse, tried IUI, tried clomid. We are older so after 6 months of trying and working with Carrie - we resorted to IVF (which we are currently in the middle of)
Describe the costs associated with your care under Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
So many costs. $160 for every ultra sound, $85 (I think) for blood draw. Over $16,000 for IVF, not including meds or mock cycle.
Describe Carrie Wambach's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
My doctor was confident that if we put in two, we’ll get twins. Our transfer is next month.
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10
Age
41
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Uterine Fibroids
10
Strengths: all the staff [Reproductive Partners] is very attentive Weaknesses: all info isn’t always updated in the portal or they don’t always offer print outs for your visit Pts should know: it can get quite busy mid day so early appointments are always the best ... April was the primary nursing staff I dealt with and she always greeted me with a smile and put me at ease. She would take the time to explain things to me and was always quick to respond if I had any questions or concerns.
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Age
41
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
?
Race
East Asian, Latino
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Nurse or HC Services
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Uterine Fibroids
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Strengths: all the staff is very attentive
Weaknesses: all info isn’t always updated in the portal or they don’t always offer print outs for your visit
Pts should know: it can get quite busy mid day so early appointments are always the best
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
I felt like a human and not a number because she is compassionate, patient and took the time to explain everything
Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Partners Medical Group. (Assigned nurse: April)
April was the primary nursing staff I dealt with and she always greeted me with a smile and put me at ease. She would take the time to explain things to me and was always quick to respond if I had any questions or concerns. She was exactly what I needed during each visit because she always managed to find the right words to make me feel better and was always very kind
How was your experience with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. A always makes me feel comfortable and like she has known me for a long time. She’s always very professional, but friendly. I feel her compassion and her desire to want to help. She’s always available for questions and responds promptly.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Don’t hesitate to ask questions
Describe the protocols Gayane Ambartsumyan used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
Microdose Lupron Protocol with priming using birth control, and then without birth control but with Estrace instead. Dosages same both times: 20u Lupron, 225 Gonal F & 150 Menopur with 1 aspirin daily
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9
Age
39
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
2 IUI
Diagnosis
Tubal Blockage, Uterine Fibroids, Unexplained
9
I really like the clinic [Reproductive Partners Medical Group]. I think overall they do a great job. There's sometimes a long waiting period but it's a busy clinic with sought-after doctors so I'm always understanding of that and I make my appointments with that in mind (avoid Fridays if you can!) I think the billing dept is competent but not as friendly as I would like considering how much money I spend each week (my insurance doesn't cover any fertility treatments)
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Age
39
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European, Other
Income
$200K - $499K
Occupation
Writer
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 3 Docs
Treatment
2 IUI
Diagnosis
Tubal Blockage, Uterine Fibroids, Unexplained
9
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I really like the clinic. I think overall they do a great job. There's sometimes a long waiting period but it's a busy clinic with sought-after doctors so I'm always understanding of that and I make my appointments with that in mind (avoid Fridays if you can!) I think the billing dept is competent but not as friendly as I would like considering how much money I spend each week (my insurance doesn't cover any fertility treatments)
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nursing staff is very empathetic and kind. They're always very busy but they do their best to make you feel comfortable and at ease.
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Failed to convey critical information
How was your experience with Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Rosen is very attentive and does his part to make sure you understand what he's doing. He's matter of fact but in a way I appreciate. He always makes sure I understand what he's saying. He's also very clear in how he explains things and always asks if you understand or have questions.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Ask questions. He will be happy to answer them.
Describe the protocols Gregory Rosen used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
My case was unique because I came in with issues. I had fibroids and cysts and scar tissue from previous surgeries so a lot of time was spent trying to get me healthy. Now that I am Dr. Rosen is assisting us through IUI using Clomid .
Describe the costs associated with your care under Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Each ultrasound is $160. The IUI is $400. The blood work is $60.
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10
Age
28 - 29
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
4 IUI
Diagnosis
PCOS, Tubal Blockage
10
The office [Repro Partners - Redondo] is clean and has minimal clutter around. I appreciate the fact that I can often get great appointment times that work for me and my busy schedule. Fertility treatments are very time consuming, and I visit the office frequently. I like that I get addressed and welcomed by name when I arrive. They don’t keep me waiting in the waiting room for very long.... I’d say each IUI cycle has run me so far $1,000-2,500
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Age
28 - 29
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
No
Race
Ashkenazi Jewish
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Teacher
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
4 IUI
Diagnosis
PCOS, Tubal Blockage
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The office is clean and has minimal clutter around. I appreciate the fact that I can often get great appointment times that work for me and my busy schedule. Fertility treatments are very time consuming, and I visit the office frequently. I like that I get addressed and welcomed by name when I arrive. They don’t keep me waiting in the waiting room for very long.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. A speaks it like it is. She is honest but kind about results and information.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Nurses go out of their way to make the experience as comfortable as possible. They return calls promptly.
How was your experience with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. A went out of her way to consult with us past business hours because of our busy schedules. She called us from her cell phone at home and chatted with us for an hour during the evening about our procedures and test results.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Ask her as many questions as you can - no such thing as a stupid question!
Describe the protocols Gayane Ambartsumyan used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
Dr. A pursued an IUI cycle without injectables. I took levothyroxine and grew one follicle.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I’d say each IUI cycle has run me so far $1,000-2,500
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Verified
This patient has provided documentation of treatment at this clinic.
7
Age
28
Treated
2017
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
3 IUI
Diagnosis
PCOS
7
The clinic [Repro Partners was always able to answer my questions and returned my calls in a timely manner. I frequently received the appointment times and dates I wanted/needed. After going to this clinic for so long, I appreciated being recognized and welcomed by name when I signed in....Staff was friendly and helpful...Around $3500 total for both IUI cycles...We felt like fertility treatment with Dr. Yee felt impersonal and he came across harsh.
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Age
28
Treated
2017
Success with this Doc
No
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Teacher
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 3 Docs
Treatment
3 IUI
Diagnosis
PCOS
7
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The clinic was always able to answer my questions and returned my calls in a timely manner. I frequently received the appointment times and dates I wanted/needed. After going to this clinic for so long, I appreciated being recognized and welcomed by name when I signed in.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
This was our first time actually going to a fertility clinic instead of the normal OB. We felt like fertility treatment with Dr. Yee felt impersonal and he came across harsh.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Staff was friendly and helpful.
How was your experience with Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Yee was all business. Maybe for other couples, they’d like that, but my husband and I were new to the fertility game and felt like his approach was a little aggressive for us. He really wanted to suggest IVF straight away, but we wanted to try other options such as IUIs first.
Describe the protocols Bill Yee used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
We started with an IUI cycle using oral medications and it failed. Dr. Yee wanted to do IVF right after that and had wanted to skip trying different IUI methods first. We then did an injectable IUI cycle which failed as well.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Around $3500 total for both IUI cycles.
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Verified
This patient has provided documentation of treatment at this clinic.
3
Age
40
Treated
2015
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
3 IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Male Factor
3
There is very little flexibility in appointments [at Reproductive Partners-Beverly Hills] so you are often there very early in the morning and are often waiting extensive periods for your appointment. The nurses are quite disorganized which makes is stressful.... There are not good processes in place and as a result the nursing staff was always a bit crazed and often gave out incorrect information.
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Age
40
Treated
2015
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$200K - $499K
Occupation
Consultant
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 2 Docs
Treatment
3 IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Male Factor
3
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
There is very little flexibility in appointments so you are often there very early in the morning and are often waiting extensive periods for your appointment. The nurses are quite disorganized which makes is stressful.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr Huang had a warm and kind bedside manner.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
There are not good processes in place and as a result the nursing staff was always a bit crazed and often gave out incorrect information.
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Failed to call in prescriptions to pharmacy
- Lost paperwork
- Lost appointments
- Failed to call with results
- Failed to inform you of changes in protocol
- Provided conflicting information
- Failed to convey critical information
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr Huang was very competent and had a good bedside manner. The way they have organized the schedules, it feels as if the doctors are always rushing and as a result the treatments seem to be a bit standard vs tailored to a specific patient.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr Huang is great but the overall practice is tremendously disorganized - you will often wait extended periods in the waiting room, only then to feel rushed through your appointment.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Our insurance covered the majority of the costs. Because we used insurance we had to pay per procedure which ended up being much more expensive than the other options and unfortunately exhausted what our insurance would cover before we even completed the cycle.
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3
Age
41
Treated
2015
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
4 Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve
3
There was a test that the doctor [at Reproductive Partners Medical Group] had ordered and the nurse did the wrong one so I had to redo it and that took time and I endured a lot of pain because I was told nothing about drinking water which would of had helped...The staff was pretty friendly they saw me on time except I never really saw my doctor I saw him maybe two times. The nurses were friendly and very helpful they seem to care. They always had my appointments on time and I was seen on time which was a good thing.
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Age
41
Treated
2015
Success with this Doc
No
Race
Latino
Income
$0 - $49K
Occupation
Teacher
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
4 Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve
3
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The staff was pretty friendly they saw me on time except I never really saw my doctor I saw him maybe two times. The nurses were friendly and very helpful they seem to care. They always had my appointments on time and I was seen on time which was a good thing.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Visits were always very quick! Not enough information was given to me. Never put on supplements.
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Failed to order appropriate test
- Canceled a cycle due to clinic error
How was your experience with Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr. Yee was at the office only a few times. Never really talked to me about how I was feeling or if meds were okay. He only did treatments with timed sex. I wish he would of done iui! Never followed up after 3rd failed timed sex. I wish he would of explain more on the next step that take forward. I found Billy Yee through a friend that got pregnant while under his care.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Ask a lot of questions! Get as much information as you can.
Describe the protocols Bill Yee used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I took every test imaginable to find out what was wrong with me. Every test came back positive except my low ovarian reserve which had to do with my age. He had me on injections and some oral medicine, but always with timed sex!
He told us that we would try three times after that he would not do anymore of that treatment. I was very disappointed and never got a call back from them
Describe the costs associated with your care under Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
It varied
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7
Age
40
Treated
2015
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
3 IUI, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
Poor Egg Quality
7
[Reproductive Partners - Bev Hills] Very busy but I always took that as a good sign. Nice, clean offices - great nursing staff. Can be a long wait for the doctor at times - and if doing IUIs you just see whichever doctor is available - has it's pros and cons..[Nursing staff was] Very professional - expert at blood draws. They were good at explaining in more detail what the doctor had said...$80-$120 per visit - $300 for actual IUI. Injectibles costs was high - around $500
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Age
40
Treated
2015
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Business Executive
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
3 IUI, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
Poor Egg Quality
7
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Very busy but I always took that as a good sign. Nice, clean offices - great nursing staff. Can be a long wait for the doctor at times - and if doing IUIs you just see whichever doctor is available - has it's pros and cons
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
She really listened and remembered my concerns from visit to visit - devised a treatment plan that I felt confident with. She was a little scatter-brained at times but I trusted her
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Very professional - expert at blood draws. They were good at explaining in more detail what the doctor had said
How was your experience with Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
She was very sympathetic and her enthusiasm in getting me pregnant was contagious! I still had to be on top of reminding her what we had done and why but felt more in control and hopeful as her patient
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Write everything down so that you can check she is consistent with what she said last time / doesn't forget anything. She does read the chart but I had to remind a few times that we'd discussed x, y or z
Describe the protocols Carrie Wambach used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
IUI with injectible (follistim) and a trigger shot. Back to back IUIs - both ended up being before I had ovulated - resulted in my baby girl :)
Describe the costs associated with your care under Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
$80-$120 per visit - $300 for actual IUI. Injectibles costs was high - around $500
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0
Age
30 - 34
Treated
2015 - 2019
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
6 IUI, IVF, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
Unexplained
0
The waiting times were extreme - not being seen for 2-3 hours after appointment time. They billed us for procedures they did not do to us, refused to provide signed proof we authorized any bills. ...There were multiple times I had to sit on the floor outside the waiting room. The nursing staff were very nice and answered all my questions - but their answers differed and not one of them gave the same answer to anything.
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Age
30 - 34
Treated
2015 - 2019
Success with this Doc
No
Race
Prefer not to answer
Income
—
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 3 Docs
Treatment
6 IUI, IVF, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
Unexplained
0
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Do not go here. They will not help you. They jerked my husband and me around for four years - never providing any explanation as to why we couldn't get pregnant. They billed us for procedures they did not do to us, refused to provide signed proof we authorized any bills. STAY AWAY.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Nobody appears to be on the same page. Different info from every source.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Nobody looks at charts. Nobody communicates accurately to patients. We were told four different things about a blood test, only one of which was true.
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Failed to call in prescriptions to pharmacy
- Lost paperwork
- Lost appointments
- Failed to call with results
- Failed to order appropriate test
- Failed to send your chart to another clinic
- Failed to inform you of changes in protocol
- Lost results
- Provided conflicting information
- Failed to convey critical information
- Failed to consider drug intolerance
- Lost or damaged samples
- Canceled a cycle due to clinic error
- Scheduled the wrong procedure
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
I was told after having one chemical pregnancy that I would not be allowed to do another frozen embryo transfer because "we don't want our success rate to go down if it shouldn't take again." After we were promised at least three attempts, we only got one.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Don't go.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Nothing was covered my insurance, which I told them, but they insisted on running it through insurance anyway. This made for several surprise bills from the clinic for services they said were paid, but actually were not.
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10
Age
37 - 38
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
6 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor, Poor Egg Quality
10
Strengths: great doctors, friendly nurses, open minded, communicative, team oriented approach, didn’t feel like just a number, attentive to the emotional state of the patient, compassionate, willing to explain protocols. Weaknesses: long wait time in the office, offices are spread out between Beverly Hills and Redondo Beach....They all know my name and greet patients in a friendly warm way. The culture of this office is welcoming and kind.
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Age
37 - 38
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
Latino
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Nurse or HC Services
Order & Number of Docs Seen
4th of 4 Docs
Treatment
6 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor, Poor Egg Quality
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Strengths: great doctors, friendly nurses, open minded, communicative, team oriented approach, didn’t feel like just a number, attentive to the emotional state of the patient, compassionate, willing to explain protocols.
Weaknesses: long wait time in the office, offices are spread out between Beverly Hills and Redondo Beach.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
She is so warm and has the bedside manner all doctors should have.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
They all know my name and greet patients in a friendly warm way. The culture of this office is welcoming and kind.
How was your experience with Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
I came to her when I thought I had no options. She gave me hope and delivered on the results. She’s a great person and an amazing doctor. I was a tough case and had terrible results with another clinic after a 3 cycles. Both times I transferred embryos with Carrie I got positive pregnancy tests. So grateful I found her.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Have an open mind.
Describe the protocols Carrie Wambach used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I used mild stim cycles because my body did not respond well to high doses of meds. I did 3 rounds and got more embryos this way.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
20,000
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9
Age
38
Treated
2017
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
5 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
—
9
Doctor gives you a lot of time and doesn't rush you but then there is a long wait time generally...$4-8k for medications. Total for one ivf cycle with genetic testing approximately $14k...There were a few.nirses who work for dr. Huang. They were all calm, nice, and answered any questions I had...He [Dr. Andy Huang] always made sure we understood what was going on, what our options were, and what our next steps were. Good bedside manner and on the same page as us. Easy to talk to and relatable and always available to us.
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Age
38
Treated
2017
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
East Asian
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
5 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
—
9
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Doctor gives you a lot of time and doesn't rush you but then there is a long wait time generally.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
He explained to us in detail and always took the time we needed. Was also available by email and text.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
There were a few.nirses who work for dr. Huang. They were all calm, nice, and answered any questions I had.
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
He always made sure we understood what was going on, what our options were, and what our next steps were. Good bedside manner and on the same page as us. Easy to talk to and relatable and always available to us.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Skip the iuis.
Describe the protocols Andy Huang used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I was in menopur and follistim and he lowered the dosage slightly toward the end. Also added ganderikix when the follicles reached 14 or so I believe. And then when they were about at 17 we did the retrieval. Not all were exactly the same size.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
$4-8k for medications. Total for one ivf cycle with genetic testing approximately $14k.
Describe Andy Huang's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
I think his approach is single embryo transfer to ensure a healthy baby as well as less complications for both mom and baby.
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7
Age
39
Treated
2016
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
2 IUI, 1 IVF, 2 Egg Freezing, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
PCOS
7
Very disorganized nursing/medical assistant staff [at Reproductive Partners]. Not very responsive to questions. Very difficult to reach on the phone....It has a small waiting room and there is sometimes a wait. The front office person used to be very rude. I think she has been replaced. Sometimes if you call the clinic you will be put on hold for 15-30 minutes.
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Age
39
Treated
2016
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
2 IUI, 1 IVF, 2 Egg Freezing, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
PCOS
7
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
It has a small waiting room and there is sometimes a wait. The front office person used to be very rude. I think she has been replaced. Sometimes if you call the clinic you will be put on hold for 15-30 minutes.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
He was very straight-forward but personable - he has a sense of humor.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Very disorganized nursing/medical assistant staff. Not very responsive to questions. Very difficult to reach on the phone.
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Provided conflicting information
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
He is a very nice doctor. He handwrites a plan of action for his patients. His handwriting is very difficult to read. A typed plan would make things easier on patients and cause less confusion.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Not sure.
Describe the protocols Andy Huang used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
I had two failed IUI's with Dr. Huang using clomid back in 2014. I am planning to go ahead with a frozen IVF cycle with him this spring.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Higher costs than other clinics.
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10
Age
44
Treated
2012
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
1 IVF, Donor Eggs
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Poor Egg Quality, Unexplained
10
The [Repro Partners - Redondo] clinic is nicely appointed and very discrete...The nursing staff was extremely busy, but always made me feel comfortable...IVF was roughly 14k including meds, Donor Egg was 21k including everything...Dr Yee suggested that we start with IVF first, given my age. He was open to IUI but didn't want to waste our money or precious time. After IVF was unsuccessful, we went straight to donor egg and now have a beautiful daughter!...
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Age
44
Treated
2012
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$200K - $499K
Occupation
Sales Representative
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
1 IVF, Donor Eggs
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Poor Egg Quality, Unexplained
10
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
The clinic is nicely appointed and very discrete.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Staff always greeted me by name. Everyone was very friendly and engaging.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nursing staff was extremely busy, but always made me feel comfortable.
How was your experience with Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Dr Yee was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about his work. He explained everything thoroughly and was completely frank about potential issues we might face. We never got the feeling that we were just another stat for his business. He presented all options, but steered us to the ones that were more likely to result in a live birth, given my age and issues.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Go talk to him!
Describe the protocols Bill Yee used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
Dr Yee suggested that we start with IVF first, given my age. He was open to IUI but didn't want to waste our money or precious time. After IVF was unsuccessful, we went straight to donor egg and now have a beautiful daughter!
Describe the costs associated with your care under Bill Yee at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
IVF was roughly 14k including meds, Donor Egg was 21k including everything.
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Verified
This patient has provided documentation of treatment at this clinic.
9
Age
35
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
3 IVF
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
9
Sometimes hard to communicate with, especially over email. No patient portal or other online means of communication, which isn’t ideal. Would prefer to be able to email and see results online rather than always having to call in/wait for calls back... When trying to schedule surgical procedures I was given conflicting information by the nurses [Reproductive Partners Medical Group] that resulted in an additional two month delay
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Age
35
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
No
Race
European, Latino
Income
$200K - $499K
Occupation
Accountant
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
3 IVF
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
9
Describe your experience with Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Sometimes hard to communicate with, especially over email. No patient portal or other online means of communication, which isn’t ideal. Would prefer to be able to email and see results online rather than always having to call in/wait for calls back
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
She is very warm and caring, takes time to answer all questions
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Somewhat disorganized but overall nice
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Provided conflicting information
How was your experience with Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
She is great, I would highly recommend her. Very warm and caring, flexible and willing to try any desired treatment options you want. She works with you and makes you feel like you have a say in your treatement
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Keep her cell phone number, easiest way to contact her
Describe the protocols Gayane Ambartsumyan used in your cycles at Reproductive Partners Medical Group and their degree of success.
For FET I did endometrin and estrace, with weekly monitoring
Describe the costs associated with your care under Gayane Ambartsumyan at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
Transfer package was roughly $3k
Describe Gayane Ambartsumyan's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
She left the decision up to me
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10
Age
37 - 41
Treated
2011 - 2015
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
2 IUI, 3 IVF, 1 Egg Freezing
Diagnosis
Poor Egg Quality
10
There are a few nurses that I connected best with [at Reproductive Partners]. This is a busy office so it is best to really get to know a few of the nurses personally. They were patient and explained the coarse of treatments....Andy Huang is amazing! His bedside manner is beyond any care I have ever received. He is always available to answer questions and make you feel at ease. He offers his cell number to make him reachable all hours of the day. He is kind and understanding and always felt well taken cared of.
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Age
37 - 41
Treated
2011 - 2015
Success with this Doc
?
Race
Ashkenazi Jewish
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 2 Docs
Treatment
2 IUI, 3 IVF, 1 Egg Freezing
Diagnosis
Poor Egg Quality
10
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Andy Huang is amazing! His bedside manner is beyond any care I have ever received. He is always available to answer questions and make you feel at ease. He offers his cell number to make him reachable all hours of the day. He is kind and understanding and always felt well taken cared of.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
There are a few nurses that I connected best with. This is a busy office so it is best to really get to know a few of the nurses personally. They were patient and explained the coarse of treatments.
How was your experience with Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Andy makes you feel comfortable in a world that is so complex to understand. He will take the time to listen to all your concerns.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Andy Huang at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Ask what you can do to help best prepare your body. Including what supplements to take and possible acupuncture.
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9
Age
38 - 39
Treated
2014 - 2015
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
2 IUI, IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve
9
Dr. Huang is wonderful as well! Together their protocol has helped me get pregnant twice. They make a great team.
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Age
38 - 39
Treated
2014 - 2015
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Writer
Order & Number of Docs Seen
3rd of 3 Docs
Treatment
2 IUI, IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve
9
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Lost appointments
How was your experience with Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
I can't say enough good things about Dr. Wambach. She is straightforward yet supportive, warm, caring, and takes the time to get to know you and your individual situation. She goes above and beyond—often calling and emailing on her personal time to share updates or check in. I also trust her judgment implicitly. Dr. Huang is wonderful as well! Together their protocol has helped me get pregnant twice. They make a great team.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Carrie Wambach at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
Don't be afraid to ask hard questions, as she will answer them honestly and fairly. She wants and believes in the best for her patients but would never steer them wrong in terms of their prospects. Also, she is very reachable via email.
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10
Age
29 - 31
Treated
2014 - 2016
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
2 IVF
Diagnosis
Unexplained
10
He's [Dr Gregory Rosen of Reproductive Partners] an amazing doctor, but it's ok to get another opinion too...He was always reachable via phone and e-mail. Addressed all of our concerns and took me seriously. The only problem is that I think he was a little too optimistic...Tona is an amazing lady and I am really glad she was available whenever I needed her...It was about $15k per IVF cycle including meds.
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Age
29 - 31
Treated
2014 - 2016
Success with this Doc
?
Race
Ashkenazi Jewish
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Accountant
Order & Number of Docs Seen
3rd of 4 Docs
Treatment
2 IVF
Diagnosis
Unexplained
10
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
He was always reachable. Addressed all of my questions. Gave as much detail as I needed. Was warm and reassuring.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Partners Medical Group. (Assigned nurse: Tona)
Tona is an amazing lady and I am really glad she was available whenever I needed her.
What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
- Failed to call in prescriptions to pharmacy
How was your experience with Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
He was always reachable via phone and e-mail. Addressed all of our concerns and took me seriously. The only problem is that I think he was a little too optimistic.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group?
He's an amazing doctor, but it's ok to get another opinion too.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Gregory Rosen at Reproductive Partners Medical Group.
It was about $15k per IVF cycle including meds.
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10
Age
32 - 37
Treated