South Jersey Fertility Center
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Burlington
1900 Mount Holly Rd.
Burlington, NJ 08016
609-386-4701
Egg Harbor Township
2500 English Creek Avenue
Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
609-813-2192
Marlton
400 Lippincott Drive
Marlton, NJ 08053
856-596-2241
Sewell
570 Egg Harbor Road
Sewell, NJ 08080
856-218-8863
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24 assessments
10
Age
31 - 32
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
2 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor
10
If you called [South Jersey Fertility Center] with questions, they would always call you back that day. Several times I had to call after hours and it went over to the answering service, I always had a call back within 20 mins (usually from a doctor) to answer my question...With blood work and ultrasound it was always scheduled before 8:45am...You are in great hands at SJF and just keep focusing on the big picture.
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Age
31 - 32
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
—
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
2 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor
10
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
I was very naïve walking into this process. How hard can it be? Well, I had an extremely rude awaking. It is mentally, physically and financially (thanks to not so great insurance) exhausting. You are in great hands at SJF and just keep focusing on the big picture.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Oumar Kuzbari at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Dr. Kuzbari always has an optimistic viewpoint and an upbeat personality. The IVF journey is mentally and physically exhausting. Dr. Kuzbari is extremely empathetic, kind and genuinely cares about you and your goal of getting pregnant. There were some dark days along our journey but Dr. Kuzbari’s bedside manner really helps you through those days and is always encouraging for the next step.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
They were fantastic. Don’t have anything negative to say about anyone. We were there for almost 1.5 years so we knew everyone pretty well. Even the billing department was a breeze to deal with. Cat in scheduling was always so thorough and answered all my ridiculous question. If you called with questions, they would always call you back that day. Several times I had to call after hours and it went over to the answering service, I always had a call back within 20 mins (usually from a doctor) to answer my question.
How was your experience with Oumar Kuzbari at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Dr. Kuzbari always has an optimistic viewpoint and an upbeat personality. It really helps you through the heartbreaks along this journey. After two failed genetically tested transfers, my husband and I were beside ourselves. Everything looked “perfect” why was this not working? That’s when we sat down with Dr. Kuzbari and developed a new game plan. He suggested doing an ERA- Endometrial Receptivity Array- which tests the uterus to see if it is ready for implementation. Majority of woman were ready on day 5 however the test showed that I was ready at day 6 and needed the extra progesterone. That test was a game changer. Thrilled to report that the latest transfer of two embryos worked perfectly and I’m pregnant with twins!
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Oumar Kuzbari at South Jersey Fertility Center?
You are with a terrific doctor who has your absolute best interest at heart.
Describe the protocols Oumar Kuzbari used in your cycles at South Jersey Fertility Center and their degree of success.
We did two rounds of retrieval process at first. The first round only came back with one genetically healthy embryo. My husband and I decided to go right into the next round since we knew we would want more than one child in the future and I was mentally in the mood to endure another round. As previously stated in the question prior, we had two failed genetically tested transfers. My husband and myself were heartbroken. Everything looked “perfect” why was this not working? That’s when we sat down with Dr. Kuzbari and developed a new game plan. He suggested doing an ERA- Endometrial Receptivity Array- which tests the uterus to see if it is ready for implementation. Majority of woman were ready on day 5 however the test showed that I was ready at day 6 and needed the extra progesterone. That test was a game changer. Thrilled to report that the latest transfer of two embryos worked perfectly and I’m pregnant with twins! If it was not for the ERA test I would not be pregnant. Very greatful he suggested it because it is considered on the “cutting edge” of technology and not every state performs the test from my understanding. We were just so fortunate to be in the right state with the right doctor.
Describe your experience with your monitoring appointments at South Jersey Fertility Center.
With blood work and ultrasound it was always scheduled before 8:45am. Very convenient if you needed to work
Describe the costs associated with your care under Oumar Kuzbari at South Jersey Fertility Center.
It was pricy. We did multiple rounds, transfers, genetic testing and the ERA test so there always seemed to be a bill in our mailbox. Hopefully our kids put us in a nice oceanfront nursing home in the future as a thank you.
Describe Oumar Kuzbari's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at South Jersey Fertility Center.
We had a total of three transfers. The first two were single embryos and the third and final one was two. I was the advocate for two because I couldn’t mentally handle another potentially failed transfer. Dr. Kuzbari went over the pros and cons of having twins and I was well aware of the potential. My husband still has not fully comprehend that we are having twins but luckily he still has time on his side for it to sink in :)
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10
Age
33 - 34
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
3 IUI
Diagnosis
Uterine Fibroids, Unexplained
10
Dr. Sawin and all of the other doctors at South Jersey Fertility in Egg Harbor Township were extremely caring, compassionate, educated and motivated to help your family...Truly kind and caring people [nurses],...invested in your process to achieve a pregnancy. They were always willing to answer any questions at all along the way and were extremely supportive during all steps of the process. When you're already dealing with enough stress of the treatment process, it really makes a huge difference to have a nursing staff that is so present and caring of your case...kept the office running on schedule, which is extremely important with the frequency of appointments required.
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Age
33 - 34
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
3 IUI
Diagnosis
Uterine Fibroids, Unexplained
10
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
This clinic has a wonderful doctor, nursing and office staff. The office itself is convenient, clean and very well run. All of our appointments were almost always on time. The clinic as a whole was a great experience for us and produced a wonderful outcome.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Dr. Sawin was very supportive throughout our entire process.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nursing staff at SJF in Egg Harbor Township was nothing shy of amazing! Truly kind and caring people, complete invested in your process to achieve a pregnancy. They were always willing to answer any questions at all along the way and were extremely supportive during all steps of the process. When you're already dealing with enough stress of the treatment process, it really makes a huge difference to have a nursing staff that is so present and caring of your case. The nursing staff always kept the office running on schedule, which is extremely important with the frequency of appointments required.
How was your experience with Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Dr. Sawin and all of the other doctors at South Jersey Fertility in Egg Harbor Township were extremely caring, compassionate, educated and motivated to help your family. Dr. Sawin always took the time to explain all treatment in detail and thoroughly answer any questions we had along the way. Even in the most anxiety producing of situations, Dr. Sawin always had a way of making us feel calm. I had such a wonderful experience at SJF, specifically under Dr. Sawin's care, and would highly recommend him to anyone seeking treatment.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
I highly recommend choosing Dr. Sawin and all other doctors at SJF as your fertility treatment doctor.
Describe the protocols Stephen Sawin used in your cycles at South Jersey Fertility Center and their degree of success.
CD 3-8 (9pm), Clomid 50mg
CD 11 (9pm), Ovidrel 250/.5ml
CD 13 (9am), IUI
This was our treatment course for unexplained infertility. All three cycles were dependent upon blood work and scans, but were fairly consistent with these cycle days. Our third clomid w/ IUI cycle was successful with a positive pregnancy test.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center.
Treatment cost was always limited to co-payment for office visits and co-payment for medication. All other expenses were covered by insurance.
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10
Age
32
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
2 IVF
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
10
I primarily dealt with Kat with all of my call in questions. I can be a little bit of a pain but hey this is scary stuff! She was very helpful and never seemed bothered . She would even call me if she hadn't heard from me in a few days to see how I was doing.... I also had a lot of contact with the embryology dept [South Jersey Fertility Center] because my embryos required some special thaw protocol that they special ordered from Japan for me . They were all great in the process !
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Age
32
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
—
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
2 IVF
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
10
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
When I signed up to review I had to pick 1 doctor only and I picked Skaf because he was what made my husband and I at ease and I'm sure in behind the scenes he does a lot of my care decision making . However I have had appts with Dr. Vandeerlin and Kuzbari has done my transfer and first ultrasound and they are both really great as well . I also had a lot of contact with the embryology dept because my embryos required some special thaw protocol that they special ordered from Japan for me . They were all great in the process !
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
When I came to him for just the consult I had 175 pages of fertility records from a previous doctor and instead of saying he needed time to look through (which he did later of course) he took out a notepad and asked us to walk him through all of our cycles and issues . He spent over an hour with us before making any recommendations on how to proceed.
Describe your experience with your nurse at South Jersey Fertility Center. (Assigned nurse: Kat)
I primarily dealt with Kat with all of my call in questions. I can be a little bit of a pain but hey this is scary stuff! She was very helpful and never seemed bothered . She would even call me if she hadn't heard from me in a few days to see how I was doing.
How was your experience with Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
He is very thorough. He doesn't speak before asking 100 questions to make sure he understands your medical history . If he doesn't know the answer to something right away he states which of his colleagues he thinks would know the answer best and gets it . Very humble vibe from such a knowledgeable man . After suffering 2 losses from a previous doctor he was able to show me where he would change things without talking ill of the other doctor . He suggested I transfer 2 embryos this time because of my recurrent loss history which is something I had asked my other doctor to do and he would not . Now I am currently pregnant with 1 , if we hadn't done the 2 I probably wouldn't be !
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Trust him , you're in the right hands
Describe the protocols Robert Skaf used in your cycles at South Jersey Fertility Center and their degree of success.
I had 2 frozen embryos left from a previous doctors retrieval. Dr. Skaf allowed me to natural cycle meaning no Birth control was used to pin me to a time frame . Which is what I always thought doctors use to mass cycle women with and I hated it . I was only on estrogen pills and patches . High dose vitamins for my mthfr , and blood thinners for my clotting disorder. The best decision was PIO which is the injection form of progesterone and I believe the helping factor in my pregnancy as I had used suppositories with prior doctor and suffered 2 losses due to poor progesterone
Describe the costs associated with your care under Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center.
We are fortunate enough to have decent insurance. We do pay $75 copay per visit which does get costly in cycle. But I really cannot complain as I know the cost for some people . Also freezing cost which no insurance covers but his was still more affordable than previous doctor
Describe Robert Skaf's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at South Jersey Fertility Center.
Yes he suggested 2 and that was the right decision as I am currently carrying 1 of them
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9
Age
30 - 31
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
6 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Endometriosis, PCOS, Unexplained
9
The front desk [South Jersey Fertility Ctr] is the first impression for any practice. There is one staff member in particular that is very unpleasant and does not give you a warm and fuzzy feeling when you walk in. However, the rest of the front desk staff is incredibly pleasant and helpful. This is just one individual but they are the first impression to some, and it's not a great one. The practice is otherwise efficient, clean, and has a great team of people that work well together to ensure you have everything you need.
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Age
30 - 31
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European, Native American
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Nurse or HC Services
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 2 Docs
Treatment
6 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Endometriosis, PCOS, Unexplained
9
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
The front desk is the first impression for any practice. There is one staff member in particular that is very unpleasant and does not give you a warm and fuzzy feeling when you walk in. However, the rest of the front desk staff is incredibly pleasant and helpful. This is just one individual but they are the first impression to some, and it's not a great one. The practice is otherwise efficient, clean, and has a great team of people that work well together to ensure you have everything you need.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
I am addressed by name and I feel that he is knowledgeable about my case and remembers past discussions we have had
Describe your experience with your nurse at South Jersey Fertility Center. (Assigned nurse: Amanda)
My IVF nurse has been pleasant and helpful. She responds to most of my calls in a timely manner. I have worked with other nurses prior to my IVF cycle and most of them were good. Only one made me feel more like a number than a person.
What specific things went wrong at South Jersey Fertility Center?
- Lost paperwork
How was your experience with Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Dr. Sawin is very compassionate and explains the processes well. However, I like to know how the process works in detail. I like to know the lab results, what numbers they're looking for, and why. I think maybe other patients are overwhelmed by all that information, so they do not overload you with more than you can handle and just let you know what needs to be done without much explanation. This is my only gripe, and it's not necessarily a bad one to have. In ways I am grateful because it makes me put my trust in Dr. Sawin which is an important part of this journey. But my type A personality and background as a RN makes it frustrating at times.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Come in with a list of questions anytime you have a consultation. Check it off as you go with answers you may receive before the end of the consult, then present any that were missed.
Describe the protocols Stephen Sawin used in your cycles at South Jersey Fertility Center and their degree of success.
My stims included menopur and gonal-f for 10 days. I started ganirelix on day 8 and triggered with lupron on day 11. I was not told the rational for my protocol. I trusted they had a strong idea of the appropriate protocol based on my prior IUIs completed with stims.
Describe your experience with your monitoring appointments at South Jersey Fertility Center.
My schedule is difficult since I work 12 hour shifts, but the appointments are fast and they open at 7am to ensure patients can be seen. Unfortunately, if I have work I have no opportunity to be seen unless I go in late to work (not really an option) or switch shifts with a co-worker
Describe Stephen Sawin's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at South Jersey Fertility Center.
I am only advised to transfer 1 embryo at this time due to my age, no history of miscarriage, and clean hysteroscopy.
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10
Age
29 - 31
Treated
2016 - 2018
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
2 IUI
Diagnosis
Male Factor, Unexplained
10
It’s very easy to get an appointment. They [South Jersey Ctr] have multiple locations, 2 of which are close to me. They have good appointment times and they even have appointments on the weekends. The nurses always call back the same day if I call and leave a message or if I’m waiting for test results...The nursing staff at south jersey fertility is amazing! They’re all so sweet and nice. They took good care of me and made me feel comfortable.
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Age
29 - 31
Treated
2016 - 2018
Success with this Doc
No
Race
European
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 3 Docs
Treatment
2 IUI
Diagnosis
Male Factor, Unexplained
10
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
It’s very easy to get an appointment. They have multiple locations, 2 of which are close to me. They have good appointment times and they even have appointments on the weekends. The nurses always call back the same day if I call and leave a message or if I’m waiting for test results.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
He listened, figured out the best plan for me. He made me feel comfortable and explained exactly
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nursing staff at south jersey fertility is amazing! They’re all so sweet and nice. They took good care of me and made me feel comfortable. I’ve had to bring my son to several of my appointments and they’re always so sweet to him too.
How was your experience with Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
He answered all of our questions, took his time explaining things. He listened to our concerns. He went over all the procedures with us and told me what to expect. He explained what type of treatment would be best for us based off of our test results. Overall having him as one of our Drs has been a good experience.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Write down your questions so you know exactly what to ask. He’ll take his time answering your questions and making sure you understand everything.
Describe the protocols Stephen Sawin used in your cycles at South Jersey Fertility Center and their degree of success.
We’re dealing with slight make factor but mostly our infertility is unexplainable. He was pretty confident that we would be able to conceive through IUI. So far the 2 IUIs we’ve done haven’t been successful. For my first IUI I did 50mg of clomid on cd3-7 and then the ovidrel trigger shot on cd11. I believe I had my IUI on cd 13. For my second IUI I did 100mg clomid on cd 3-7 and ovidrel trigger shot on cd14. I had my IUI on cd15. They were hoping that I’d produce more than one mature follicle with the higher dose of clomid but I still only produced 1. For the first IUI the sperm count was 8 million post wash and for the second IUI it was 7.5 million post wash.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center.
My first IUI was $350. I paid out of pocket for my medication since my insurance doesn’t cover infertility. My second IUI was $300. I just received a bill in the mail for $100 for the sperm washing. I need to call billing to find out if that was a mistake sincecwe didn’t pay extra for that the first time.
Describe Stephen Sawin's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at South Jersey Fertility Center.
N/a
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10
Age
30 - 31
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
2 IUI
Diagnosis
Male Factor
10
Easy to get appointments, they [South Jersey Ctr ] have several offices, it’s very clean, the nurses always call me back within a reasonable time. J never have to wait long to be seen and my appointments are relatively quick. I really like the fact that they always in time for appointments. It’s also nice that they open early enough in the mornings so that I can go before work. I’m very happy with this clinic so far.
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Age
30 - 31
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
No
Race
European
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 3 Docs
Treatment
2 IUI
Diagnosis
Male Factor
10
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
Easy to get appointments, they have several offices, it’s very clean, the nurses always call me back within a reasonable time. J never have to wait long to be seen and my appointments are relatively quick. I really like the fact that they always in time for appointments. It’s also nice that they open early enough in the mornings so that I can go before work. I’m very happy with this clinic so far.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
He listened, changed protocol based on my cycle lengths. He made me feel comfortable and explained everything in detail to me and my husband.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nursing staff is amazing! All of them are very compassionate and understanding. They make me feel comfortable at every visit. I love the nurses at the Burlington office, they remember me and my son. They’re always so sweet to him when he comes to my appointments with me.
How was your experience with Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Very knowledgeable, explained everything to me in detail. I was comfortable with him and knew what to expect for each test/IUI. He was honest with me and alrhough I’m not pregnant yet, I’d recommend him to friends.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Ask questions, if you don’t understand sonething let him know. He’s easy to talk to and willing to change things based on your cycle and body needs.
Describe the protocols Robert Skaf used in your cycles at South Jersey Fertility Center and their degree of success.
For IUI 1: 50 mg clomid cd 3-7 then ovidrel shot on cd 11, IUI cd 13. Checked progesterone levels one week later. Resulted in a negative beta.
IUI 2: 100mg clomid cd 3-7, ovidrel shot cd 12, IUI cd 13. Progesterone level check one week later then negative beta 15 dpiui.
I’m scheduled for cd 3 bloodwork and ultrasound tomorrow. This will be my 3rd and final IUI as my clinic only allows 3.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center.
I had copays for my medication and had to pay out of pocket for my IUIs. My insurance doesn’t cover any fertility treatment.
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8
Age
27 - 28
Treated
2016 - 2017
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
10 Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
Anovulation
8
The nurses who return your call [at South Jersey Fertility Center] (you always have to leave a message for them)..have no compassion...Front desk operator and medical assistants are amazing! Office stays clean and I rarely ever had to wait. I mainly visited the Sewell office. I went to Marlton a few times and had a small wait but it was a Saturday ans they are th only office open that day so it was to be expected.
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Age
27 - 28
Treated
2016 - 2017
Success with this Doc
No
Race
Black or African-American
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Graphic Designer
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
10 Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
Anovulation
8
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
Front desk operator and medical assistants are amazing! Office stays clean and I rarely ever had to wait. I mainly visited the Sewell office. I went to Marlton a few times and had a small wait but it was a Saturday ans they are th only office open that day so it was to be expected.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
This is why I left SJ Fertility. The nurses who return your call (you always have to leave a message for them)..have no compassion. My first uneasy experience was when I needed a break from fertility meds, fertility costs, etc. I tried some cycles with Femara but once they resulted in negative pregnancy test, I needed time off. I am guessing I should have made the nurses aware? SJFert put me on a thyroid medication quite some time ago. It would always get refilled on its on. Well one day my pharmacy calls me and says I need to call my doc bc my prescription stopped. So I called them and she says “well we haven't heard from you in so long that you now need to get that through your primary doctor.” No problem at all, but please give me a call and tell me that is how you guys roll. So I went without that meds for weeks because of course I needed to make an appt with my primary, get the blookwork done and then my prescription would continue. The next and final straw was during my little break I was taking, I began bleeding. Sorry TMI. But I called SJ Fert and that same nurse returned my call and said AGAIN, “we havent seen you in so long so you’d need to call your OB.” If I skip visits with my primary doctor and give him a call, he NEVER reminds me that he hasnt seen me in so long and instantly redirects me. Like I felt like she kept blowing me off bc I was no longer spending $40 to walk in the office weekly (an hour drive by the way). So although the staff have a tremendous amount of compassion for your situation, the nurse who calls patients back could care less. Or maybe she just treated me that way, who knows.
How was your experience with Peter Van Deerlin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
I loved Dr. VanDeerlin. Super sweet and loves to help ease the stress by making you laugh. I did not see him super often because there are about 5 doctors at this practice who rotate locations. I guess if I would have requested to see him every visit, that could have happened.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Peter Van Deerlin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Prepare yourself to see and deal with all of his colleagues. I loved Dr. VanDeerlin and wished I would have solely got to deal with him only.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Peter Van Deerlin at South Jersey Fertility Center.
$40 was my copay. Monitored cycles used to be $320 not including meds and shots. They are now $500
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10
Age
42
Treated
2017
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
5 IUI, IVF, Donor Eggs
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Male Factor, Unexplained
10
The office staff [South Jersey Ctr] was friendly and supportive. They greeted me by name each time and engaged me in conversation. The providers were also friendly and caring. They supported every decision we made...The care coordinators were friendly and fully explained every step. Initially, I was concerned about leaving a voicemail and getting a call back in a timely manner, but they always called back right away.
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Age
42
Treated
2017
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$200K - $499K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 5 Docs
Treatment
5 IUI, IVF, Donor Eggs
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Male Factor, Unexplained
10
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
The clinic is extremely efficient with scheduling. I hardly ever had a wait longer than 10 minutes. They explain every step in detail and answered my multiple questions. If you have any concerns, let them know. They will work with you on your schedule. They are compassionate and positive.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
The office staff was friendly and supportive. They greeted me by name each time and engaged me in conversation. The providers were also friendly and caring. They supported every decision we made.
Describe your experience with your nurse at South Jersey Fertility Center. (Assigned nurse: Jessica Day and a Nurse later for IVF)
The care coordinators were friendly and fully explained every step. Initially, I was concerned about leaving a voicemail and getting a call back in a timely manner, but they always called back right away.
How was your experience with Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Dr. Skaf outlined all of our options and made recommendations. He respected our decisions, even though we didn't opt for his initial recommendation. I think he was very kind and gentle with his diagnosis and recommendation. Initially, my husband and I heard two different recommendations, but were able to reach Dr. Skaf for clarification.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
My advice would be to follow their advice and as questions any time you do not understand something; work through their process and take it one step at a time. They are experts in this field with a great track record.
Describe the protocols Robert Skaf used in your cycles at South Jersey Fertility Center and their degree of success.
Because of my age and egg reserve, Dr. Skaf recommended IVF immediately with injections. We were initially off-put by this and tried IUI. After three unsuccessful attempts, we tried IVF and after our second transfer were pregnant.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center.
Our total out of pocket was $10,000. We were provided an accurate estimate.
Describe Robert Skaf's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at South Jersey Fertility Center.
The doctors gave us the option for multiples and supported our decision for a single.
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10
Age
39 - 41
Treated
2014 - 2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
2 IUI, 2 IVF, Donor Eggs
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Poor Egg Quality, Unexplained
10
After two failed rounds of donor egg embryo transfers, Dr. Kuzbari [at South Jersey Fertility Center] worked with us to test for implantation timing. It turns out we need an additional 36 hours of progesterone prep- almost unheard of, but we implanted with twins!....Infertility is such a hard thing to deal with. It's important to separate your own anxiety and frustration and sadness with the situation from your experiences at the clinic. The people on the staff here, from the front desk to the doctors, the billing department, etc, are all motivated to help you be successful.
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Age
39 - 41
Treated
2014 - 2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Teacher
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
2 IUI, 2 IVF, Donor Eggs
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Poor Egg Quality, Unexplained
10
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
Infertility is such a hard thing to deal with. It's important to separate your own anxiety and frustration and sadness with the situation from your experiences at the clinic. The people on the staff here, from the front desk to the doctors, the billing department, etc, are all motivated to help you be successful.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Oumar Kuzbari at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Dr. Kuzbari felt like a partner on this journey. He knew our situation; he was enthusiastic and supportive throughout.
Describe your experience with your nurse at South Jersey Fertility Center. (Assigned nurse: Valerie)
The nursing staff was wonderful. They were compassionate, supportive, and knowledgeable.
How was your experience with Oumar Kuzbari at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Dr. Kuzbari was very knowledgeable, but also willing to explain and consider information I may have brought to him- uterine biopsies, for example, to test the implantation window, even though that test doesn't usually reveal a problem. He listened, offered his expertise, and devised a plan of action. He was always willing to reassure or console.
Describe the protocols Oumar Kuzbari used in your cycles at South Jersey Fertility Center and their degree of success.
After two failed rounds of donor egg embryo transfers, Dr. Kuzbari worked with us to test for implantation timing. It turns out we need an additional 36 hours of progesterone prep- almost unheard of, but we implanted with twins!
Describe your experience with your monitoring appointments at South Jersey Fertility Center.
There were morning "monitoring hours" that were standard each day, for specific procedures, like blood draws and ultrasounds. However, I also found that they were willing to try to accommodate alternative appointments when possible.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Oumar Kuzbari at South Jersey Fertility Center.
As a NJ schoolteacher, my insurance covered the majority of my costs. There were a few tests that were out of pocket, like the implantation biopsy, and the donor fee was also out of pocket.
Describe Oumar Kuzbari's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at South Jersey Fertility Center.
Given my age and previous failures, we discussed multiple embryo transfer.
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3
Age
28
Treated
2016
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
8 IUI
Diagnosis
Anovulation, PCOS, Unexplained
3
You saw a different doctor each visit [at South Jersey Center] and each time I had to repeat the things I wanted known and no one seemed to know exactly what took place prior...The nursing staff was fine - not overly friendly or personable. I never sensed a level of compassion or was ever even engaged in conversation...I never knew who to go to with questions and when I did speak up, I had to back track and explain everything from day 1 in order to understand the present because no one ever knew your individual case. I did not feel anyone had responsibility for my care.
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Age
28
Treated
2016
Success with this Doc
No
Race
—
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
3rd of 3 Docs
Treatment
8 IUI
Diagnosis
Anovulation, PCOS, Unexplained
3
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
I think having a "point" doctor is important, even if you do sometimes see other doctors in the practice. I never knew who to go to with questions and when I did speak up, I had to back track and explain everything from day 1 in order to understand the present because no one ever knew your individual case. I did not feel anyone had responsibility for my care.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Following my initial consult where I explained our past treatment and my concerns, I left feeling somewhat positive although I know I was told exactly what I wanted to her and it wasn't very thorough. That doctor/nurse left the practice a week later and no other doctor every had a conversation with me about our treatment, my concerns, or our plans moving forward after each failed cycle. You saw a different doctor each visit and each time I had to repeat the things I wanted known and no one seemed to know exactly what took place prior. We continued the same plans with no changes until I prompted them (having had experience with infertility treatment in the past). Either I got lost in the shuffle or this is just how they operate. When I mentioned these feelings, nothing changed.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nursing staff was fine - not overly friendly or personable. I never sensed a level of compassion or was ever even engaged in conversation.
What specific things went wrong at South Jersey Fertility Center?
- Failed to convey critical information
How was your experience with Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
This review pertains more generally to South Jersey Fertility since you are not given a specific doctor as a patient but instead expected to see whoever happens to be available that day. By the time I came to SJ fertility I had just left another RE where I had a poor experience and after 3 cycles, decided to more on. I had also been through 6 cycles with another doctor years prior and successfully conceived my daughter. I feel like if I had not known a good deal about what my treatments would involved form experience, I would have felt very lost, lonely, and hopeless here. I was able to advocate for myself based on that experience but it fell on deaf ears. They were not very aggressive or proactive and although they knew we were out of pocket for everything and that IVF was not an option financially, seemed to think everyone can just go IVF if other treatment didn't work. No one ever had a conversation with me about my failed cycles , how my labs looked, what could be going wrong - nothing unless prompted and even then we're very brief answers. I don't feel any of the doctors I encountered were invested in their patients. I have very high expectations following an amazing experience with my first RE (in another state), but I did not find this experience acceptable.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Advocate for yourself. Push and get answers otherwise they will not be given. Talk to others who have been or are going through treatment so you know what to ask and what to expect and when things are not right. Just because IVF exists is "an" option (though not really an option for some like us) that doesn't mean other treatment is not worth pursuing aggressively.
Describe the protocols Robert Skaf used in your cycles at South Jersey Fertility Center and their degree of success.
There was little change to my protocol over the course of 5 cycles which did not make sense to me considering we were getting the same results each time. They did not look further into potential problems affecting my fertility because I had already been diagnosed with several conditions (manageable) prior and had a living daughter. I feel more investigation should have been done.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center.
We were told the appointments would be covered but not procedures or medications. We paid of out of pocket for that and are just now finding out, after 5 cycles over 6 months of treatment that insurance is looking to deny any coverage.
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10
Age
26
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
1 Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
Male Factor
10
South Jersey Fertility Center is so thorough, knowledgeable, considerate, and kind. I trust them whole-heartedly. Because of them, my husband and I are finally able to realize our dream of growing our family.... Jessica May was AMAZING!!!!! She is SO a thoughtful and made me feel SO much better about the whole procedure. She answers all of my questions so quickly and she’s so patient with me!!! All the staff at the EHT office were amazing too!!!! They were so sweet and accommodating. I love them ALL!!!!!!!
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Age
26
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European, Latino
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Teacher
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
1 Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
Male Factor
10
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
South Jersey Fertility Center is so thorough, knowledgeable, considerate, and kind. I trust them whole-heartedly. Because of them, my husband and I are finally able to realize our dream of growing our family.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Dr. Skaf new my exact situation like the back of his hand and was always so kind and understanding. He answered all my questions thoroughly and gently. I trusted him completely.
Describe your experience with your nurse at South Jersey Fertility Center. (Assigned nurse: Jessica May)
Jessica May was AMAZING!!!!! She is SO a thoughtful and made me feel SO much better about the whole procedure. She answers all of my questions so quickly and she’s so patient with me!!! All the staff at the EHT office were amazing too!!!! They were so sweet and accommodating. I love them ALL!!!!!!!
How was your experience with Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Dr. Skaf is super kind and so knowledgeable. He has so much experience in his field. I felt so confident with him performing our embryo transfer. Because of him, and the amazing staff at SJFC, we’re now expecting our first baby!
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Trust his opinions. He knows what he’s doing and he won’t lead you wrong.
Describe the protocols Robert Skaf used in your cycles at South Jersey Fertility Center and their degree of success.
Our treatment started with birth control to regulate my cycle. We then added Lupron injections to downplay my ovaries. Following this, we had an ultrasound to check my uterine lining. After that, we started the progesterone shots and estrogen and soon after, we had our transfer!! Now that I’m pregnant, I’m continuing the progesterone and estrogen until ten weeks.
Describe Robert Skaf's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at South Jersey Fertility Center.
We were originally told by Dr. Sawin (not Skaf) that we could only do a single embryo transfer. We were so upset by this. 4 days before our transfer though I asked again for 2 embryos. We got a yes from Dr. Weissmann! We were so happy and thank goodness we did 2 because only ONE took. We are so grateful for our sticky bean.
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10
Age
36 - 39
Treated
2015 - 2018
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
3 IUI, 3 IVF
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Unexplained
10
They [South Jersey Fertility Ctr] are awful w the phone and it can be difficult to get an appt. You often have to wait at the marlton office. They do know what they are doing, though, and they helped me have my baby. I preferred the Burlington office, but their hours are limited.... I had a copay every time I got blood drawn, which was expensive. I so paid about 6000 for testing and at least 1000 fir embryo storage. I have had difficulties w paying for some bloodwork
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Age
36 - 39
Treated
2015 - 2018
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Teacher
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 4 Docs
Treatment
3 IUI, 3 IVF
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Unexplained
10
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
They are awful w the phone and it can be difficult to get an appt. You often have to wait at the marlton office. They do know what they are doing, though, and they helped me have my baby. I preferred the Burlington office, but their hours are limited.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Oumar Kuzbari at South Jersey Fertility Center?
He took care to call me from home. He knows my whole family.
Describe your experience with your nurse at South Jersey Fertility Center. (Assigned nurse: Tammy )
Tammy is the best. She is funny, caring, understanding and patient. I think of her as a friend.
How was your experience with Oumar Kuzbari at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Dr. Kuzbari is a caring man who is determined to do what is best flr his patients. He is candid and I prefer working w him over anyone else in the practice. He has a good bedside manner, and is patient w questions.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Oumar Kuzbari at South Jersey Fertility Center?
He is thorough and will listen to your suggestions and questions patiently and earnestly.
Describe the protocols Oumar Kuzbari used in your cycles at South Jersey Fertility Center and their degree of success.
We began with clomid and I had a failed pregnancy with a d and e. Then we tried 2 iuis which didn't work. I got pregnant again and resulted in second d and e. Had a hysteroscopy and tried more iui. Finally did egg retrieval, pgs, icsi, and frozen transfer resulting in my daughter. Just had 2 more hysteroscopies and 2 more transfers. When they failed, we did era. Trying again now.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Oumar Kuzbari at South Jersey Fertility Center.
I had a copay every time I got blood drawn, which was expensive. I so paid about 6000 for testing and at least 1000 fir embryo storage. I have had difficulties w paying for some bloodwork
Describe Oumar Kuzbari's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at South Jersey Fertility Center.
Because of mt ama, he wanted to do single transfers. He also wanted to preserve my "precious embryos."
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10
Age
34 - 36
Treated
2014 - 2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
3 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Unexplained
10
The nurses [South Jersey Ctr] were great. They all knew my name and my husbands name after our first visit. They gave us hugs when we received the positive pregnancy test and we felt like family when going thru the IVF process...The nursing staff is great. Alsways eased my worries and called me back every time that I had a question....I even called the number on Christmas and received a call back from the nurse within minutes. I can’t say enough great things.
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Age
34 - 36
Treated
2014 - 2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
Other
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 3 Docs
Treatment
3 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Unexplained
10
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
They treat everyone amazing. I didn’t feel like I was just a number or patient. They knew exactly who we were and where we were in our process. They answered all of our questions and we had many of them. I even called the number on Christmas and received a call back from the nurse within minutes. I can’t say enough great things.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
The nurses were great. They all knew my name and my husbands name after our first visit. They gave us hugs when we received the positive pregnancy test and we felt like family when going thru the IVF process. We have visited the Egg Harbor Township office with our daughter since she has been born. We can’t thank them enough.
Describe your experience with your nurse at South Jersey Fertility Center.
The nursing staff is great. Alsways eased my worries and called me back every time that I had a question.
How was your experience with Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
He explained everything to us. He was great. He was very excited for us when we received a positive test. It was very hard to leave the office and see my regular OBGYN. He kept us comfortable and relaxed during our transfer.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Listen to him. I waited 8 years to have a baby and he made it happen.
Describe the protocols Robert Skaf used in your cycles at South Jersey Fertility Center and their degree of success.
I have unexplained infertility. We went with ICSI and a frozen transfer. At first the goal was a fresh transfer but my levels were off so I had to do a frozen one. I also saw a fertility acupuncturist who was with me the day of transfer to give me a treatment before and after.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center.
The cost was a lot since I paid out of pocket. I did receive a grant from a group called BabyQuest.
Describe Robert Skaf's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at South Jersey Fertility Center.
I felt that a single embryo transfer made the most sense. I have never been pregnant so I didn’t know if I was even able to carry a child. I’m glad I made the decision of 1 embryo transfer.
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10
Age
30 - 34
Treated
2014 - 2018
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
3 IVF
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Male Factor, Unexplained
10
[nurses at South Jersey Fertility Center are] Very professional but at the same time very caring and compassionate...Strength is the availablity to see a doctor and make an appointment fairly quickly. It is also great they have so many locations throughout the state, so even when I’m on vacation at the beach I can still go to the doctor during a cycle because there is an office nearby. Weakness would be sometimes there is a long wait in the waiting room if previous appointments run long.
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Age
30 - 34
Treated
2014 - 2018
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Teacher
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 5 Docs
Treatment
3 IVF
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Male Factor, Unexplained
10
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
Strength is the availablity to see a doctor and make an appointment fairly quickly. It is also great they have so many locations throughout the state, so even when I’m on vacation at the beach I can still go to the doctor during a cycle because there is an office nearby. Weakness would be sometimes there is a long wait in the waiting room if previous appointments run long.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
No matter if we receive good news or bad news when my husband and I are meeting with Dr. Sawin we always feel hopefully. It is very apparent that he truly cares about his patients and wants to try and help them conceive.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Very professional but at the same time very caring and compassionate.
How was your experience with Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
As a patient I always felt comfortable and secure knowing that I was seeing a doctor who truly cared for my wants and took ever bit of knowledge he had to help with treatments. Going through fertility treatments is very invasive and can leave someone feeling insecure but I never have felt that way with Dr Sawin. He puts me at ease and calms my anxiety whenever I see him.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Just go and talk with him. He is very open, honest, warm, and caring.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center.
With insurance $6000
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10
Age
32
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
2 IUI, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
10
The clinic [South Jersey Fertility Center] has great hours, they are flexible as well. Only downfall would be I preferred the Burlington location which has limited hours but again at their other locations theres plenty of availability. They also informed me of costs up front so there were no hidden surprises...The nursing staff is knowledgeable and caring. They always made me feel like i was in great hands.
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Age
32
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
Latino
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Nurse or HC Services
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 2 Docs
Treatment
2 IUI, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
10
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
The clinic has great hours, they are flexible as well. Only downfall would be I preferred the Burlington location which has limited hours but again at their other locations theres plenty of availability. They also informed me of costs up front so there were no hidden surprises.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Felt like a human because he had great bedside manner. He took the time to explain things thoroughly. He would call us by name and took our calls.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nursing staff is knowledgeable and caring. They always made me feel like i was in great hands.
How was your experience with Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
He excelled all our expectations making our experience enjoyable. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone who is having difficulties. The manner in which he explained results, exams and our course of action was always very thorough. He was compassionate when we had a miscarriage while under his care and gave us support as well as space to decide if we wanted to move forward. Excellent doctor overall.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Trust the process and dont give up. Be honest and open with him.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center.
My costs were covered by insurance primarly. I had out of pocket expenses with IUI and medications.
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8
Age
30 - 31
Treated
2016 - 2017
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Male Factor, Tubal Blockage
8
The weakness [at South Jersey Fertility Center] for me would be the transfer clinic which always felt disorganized and chaotic. I never left an egg retrieval or transfer feeling calmed but more so anxious and felt like this was always the downfall in my care.... He [Dr. Stephen Saawin] only has office hours in the Sewell location once a week. Come prepared with all questions you would like answered and do some of your own research.
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Age
30 - 31
Treated
2016 - 2017
Success with this Doc
No
Race
European, Other
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Nurse or HC Services
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Male Factor, Tubal Blockage
8
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
The weakness for me would be the transfer clinic which always felt disorganized and chaotic. I never left an egg retrieval or transfer feeling calmed but more so anxious and felt like this was always the downfall in my care.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Caring staff especially the nursing staff
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Kind and compassionate. Personal and remember you by name and your treatment experiences.
How was your experience with Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Dr. Sawin is caring and kind but does not always take time to explain things in full detail as I would like. I feel his method is an "overview" approach to not stress patients out but I left appointments feeling like I wanted more information and would often call the clinic the next day to clarify.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
He only has office hours in the Sewell location once a week.
Come prepared with all questions you would like answered and do some of your own research.
Describe the protocols Stephen Sawin used in your cycles at South Jersey Fertility Center and their degree of success.
Tubal removal due to two blocked tubes.
One IVF cycle day 5 fresh transfer-miscarriage at 6 weeks.
One FET cycle- miscarriage at 10 weeks s/p no heartbeat at 7 weeks
Increased hormone dosage or progesterone for FET cycle with better results
Describe the costs associated with your care under Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center.
$750 to freeze embryos
$5,000 PGS testing (not elected)
Approx med cost $800
Insurance Coverage in the state of NJ
Describe Stephen Sawin's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at South Jersey Fertility Center.
Dr. Sawin personally has directed me towards single embryo transfer while other clinicians in the practice have mentioned multiple embryo transfers to me.
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10
Age
30 - 33
Treated
2009 - 2012
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor
10
I thought the clinic [S. Jersey Fertility Center] worked very well. There are many appointments, blood work, medicine checks, consultations and procedures that were required, and there was never a problem scheduling them. I usually went in first thing in the morning, and it was very easy.... They preferred to do two embryos with fresh, and their policy for frozen was to definitely put in two at a time. I don't remember having a choice with fresh, but there seemed to be no choice with frozen.
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Age
30 - 33
Treated
2009 - 2012
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor
10
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
I thought the clinic worked very well. There are many appointments, blood work, medicine checks, consultations and procedures that were required, and there was never a problem scheduling them. I usually went in first thing in the morning, and it was very easy.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
He listened to our concerns and had a well thought out plan for action. It was successful the first time.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
They were very helpful. The same woman took my blood every other morning for the first couple of weeks, and we cried together (happy and scared tears) when we found out we were, in fact, having twins.
How was your experience with Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
He seemed a bit officious at first, but when he examined my husband, he seemed to have a good understanding that this was male infertility that was holding us up. He sent us to a good urologist and when that was done, we were set up for ICSI. I trusted him and his office.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Be honest.
Describe the protocols Robert Skaf used in your cycles at South Jersey Fertility Center and their degree of success.
I can't remember specifics, but we got started at the end of my December cycle, just as we planned. I gave myself shots every morning it seemed for about two months, through the time of egg retrieval and embryo placement.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center.
I had great insurance coverage, so I just paid my $30 or $40 copay when I came in, didn't pay more than $200 or $300 for meds.
Describe Robert Skaf's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at South Jersey Fertility Center.
They preferred to do two embryos with fresh, and their policy for frozen was to definitely put in two at a time. I don't remember having a choice with fresh, but there seemed to be no choice with frozen.
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1
Age
28
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
1 IUI
Diagnosis
Unexplained
1
We did not have a good experience at this office. The staff [South Jersey Fertility Center] was extremely unprofessional. When I was trying to coordinate my appointments around working Mon-Fri 9-5 I was told “if you can’t do these days we can just wait for the next cycle”... I opted to have my genetics tested and pay out of pocket to do so, labs were suppose to be drawn with day 3 labs. I was told they would take about a month to come in, so I followed up a month later only to find out they were never collected or sent.
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Age
28
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
No
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Nurse or HC Services
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 2 Docs
Treatment
1 IUI
Diagnosis
Unexplained
1
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
We did not have a good experience at this office. The staff was extremely unprofessional. When I was trying to coordinate my appointments around working Mon-Fri 9-5 I was told “if you can’t do these days we can just wait for the next cycle”
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
I didn’t really feel like a priority, had to call and ask for results.
What specific things went wrong at South Jersey Fertility Center?
- Lost paperwork
- Failed to call with results
- Failed to order appropriate test
- Provided conflicting information
How was your experience with Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Dr. Sawin was knowledgeable but wasn’t very comforting in such a tough time in someone’s life. Multiple times we had to call for results on our own.
Dr. Sawin was knowledgeable but wasn’t very comforting in such a tough time in someone’s life. Multiple times we had to call for results on our own.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Stay on top of the office, call frequently, make sure correct labs are being drawn.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center.
Copays for every visit(consult, lab work, semen analysis)
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Verified
This patient has provided documentation of treatment at this clinic.
10
Age
45 - 46
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
IVF, Donor Eggs, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Tubal Blockage
10
I've been happy with [South Jersey Fertility Center] since Day 1. I think they could explain donor egg cycle costs a little better with respect to gaps in insurance coverage after pre-authorization. They are easy to deal with. They are affiliated with a few different OB/GYN offices in the area (Regional Women's Health Group, Garden State OB/GYN)...we're still in the process of the donor egg cycle. Prior to beginning the cycle, we did a salpingectomy to remove a blocked fallopian tube.
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Age
45 - 46
Treated
2017 - 2018
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
IVF, Donor Eggs, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Tubal Blockage
10
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
I've been happy with the clinic since Day 1. I think they could explain donor egg cycle costs a little better with respect to gaps in insurance coverage after pre-authorization. They are easy to deal with. They are affiliated with a few different OB/GYN offices in the area (Regional Women's Health Group, Garden State OB/GYN).
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
He patiently explained everything in a matter of fact manner.
What specific things went wrong at South Jersey Fertility Center?
- Failed to order appropriate test
How was your experience with Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
I have not yet identified any weaknesses in working with Dr. Sawin. He was easy to work with and gave complete and full information. He outlined all treatment options and explained everything as we completed each step so far.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
They don't need to do anything special. He was so thorough and easy to work with, there are no special considerations.
Describe the protocols Stephen Sawin used in your cycles at South Jersey Fertility Center and their degree of success.
So far, we're still in the process of the donor egg cycle. Prior to beginning the cycle, we did a salpingectomy to remove a blocked fallopian tube.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center.
Office visits, bloodwork, medications for donor, donor procedures
Describe Stephen Sawin's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at South Jersey Fertility Center.
We have not completed a transfer yet.
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9
Age
32
Treated
2016
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
1 IVF, 2 Egg Freezing
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Endometriosis, Male Factor, PCOS, Unexplained
9
Only weakness is the doing blood work in the morning, if you don't get there [South Jersey Fertility Center] super early you end up waiting for a while. Same goes for appointments, it is hit or miss with how long you might wait to get to see a doctor.... [Nurse] Very detailed and organized and explained protocols and scheduling in detail.... Dr. Skaf was very professional but at the same time very warm and friendly.... He is very nice and stays current with modern medicine
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Age
32
Treated
2016
Success with this Doc
No
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Teacher
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 3 Docs
Treatment
1 IVF, 2 Egg Freezing
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Endometriosis, Male Factor, PCOS, Unexplained
9
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
Only weakness is the doing blood work in the morning, if you don't get there super early you end up waiting for a while. Same goes for appointments, it is hit or miss with how long you might wait to get to see a doctor.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Very personal, warm, and friendly every time I saw him. He is kind and I can feel that he is trying to help myself and my husband with our wants for a family.
Describe your experience with your nurse at South Jersey Fertility Center. (Assigned nurse: Kat)
Very detailed and organized and explained protocols and scheduling in detail.
How was your experience with Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Dr. Skaf was very professional but at the same time very warm and friendly. He listened to our concerns and explained things in a very detailed manner that we were able to understand. When we left after a consultation we felt hopeful in our next steps and optimistic about his approach.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
He is very nice and stays current with modern medicine
Describe the costs associated with your care under Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center.
My deductible/out of pocket for health insurance.
Describe Robert Skaf's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at South Jersey Fertility Center.
Every transfer we have done has been a multiple embryo transfer.
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Verified
This patient has provided documentation of treatment at this clinic.
5
Age
39 - 46
Treated
2005 - 2012
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
2 IVF
Diagnosis
Unexplained
5
The clinic [South Jersey Fertility Center] was beginning to become very large. I am sure had I continued treatment there I would not have been happy with how patients were beginning to be herded in and out to accommodate a number of people....I wish he [Dr. Peter Van Deerlin] had been more aggressive about helping to get my progesterone levels higher. Along those lines, I felt that my protocol should have changed after my first cycle did not produce very many eggs despite a large number of follicles. He was pretty resistant to trying other protocols.
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Age
39 - 46
Treated
2005 - 2012
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
—
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Professor
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
2 IVF
Diagnosis
Unexplained
5
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
The clinic was beginning to become very large. I am sure had I continued treatment there I would not have been happy with how patients were beginning to be herded in and out to accommodate a number of people.
How was your experience with Peter Van Deerlin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
This was quite a long time ago. The first IVF resulted in pregnancy, however, my progesterone was low. I wish he had been more aggressive about helping to get my progesterone levels higher. Along those lines, I felt that my protocol should have changed after my first cycle did not produce very many eggs despite a large number of follicles. He was pretty resistant to trying other protocols.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Peter Van Deerlin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Do your homework and be proactive about what you want from the clinic.
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10
Age
38
Treated
2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
1 IUI
Diagnosis
Uterine Fibroids
10
He [Dr Stephen Sawin] is very caring and patient but also is very honest. I like that....Again, Feel he is very thorough. Lets you know all options and risks and gives his medical advice, but supports your decision. He is very smart and very kind...co pay under my insurance...[South Jersey Fertility Center] is friendly, warm and clean and very close to me.
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Age
38
Treated
2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
Prefer not to answer
Income
—
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 3 Docs
Treatment
1 IUI
Diagnosis
Uterine Fibroids
10
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
It is friendly, warm and clean and very close to me.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
He is very caring and patient but also is very honest. I like that.
How was your experience with Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Again, Feel he is very thorough. Lets you know all options and risks and gives his medical advice, but supports your decision. He is very smart and very kind.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
you are in good hands
Describe the costs associated with your care under Stephen Sawin at South Jersey Fertility Center.
co pay under my insurance.
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10
Age
39 - 40
Treated
2014 - 2015
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
2 IUI, 2 IVF, Egg Freezing, Donor Eggs
Diagnosis
Unexplained
10
As an IVF patient, I was a "regular" visit to the [South Jersey Fertility] Center, and all of the nurses were very positive and supportive with my care....Dr. Van Deerlin was kind, positive, knew my name and history, and was always careful to explain any answers fully, and give detailed explanations of procedures.
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Age
39 - 40
Treated
2014 - 2015
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Teacher
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 3 Docs
Treatment
2 IUI, 2 IVF, Egg Freezing, Donor Eggs
Diagnosis
Unexplained
10
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Peter Van Deerlin at South Jersey Fertility Center?
Dr. Van Deerlin was kind, positive, knew my name and history, and was always careful to explain any answers fully, and give detailed explanations of procedures.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
As an IVF patient, I was a "regular" visit to the Center, and all of the nurses were very positive and supportive with my care.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Peter Van Deerlin at South Jersey Fertility Center.
Medication per IVF cycle was $14000.
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10
Age
42
Treated
2017
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
3 IUI, 4 IVF
Diagnosis
—
10
Clinic [South Jersey Fertility Center- Marlton]was very nice, Clean and staff was very friendly. I never had to wait a long time to be seen. They were always so helpful and considerate. I would recommend this clinic to anyone who is looking to start a family.... Jill [a nurse] was excellent. She was very caring and answered all of my questions.
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Age
42
Treated
2017
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
Other, Prefer not to answer
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Sales Representative
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 2 Docs
Treatment
3 IUI, 4 IVF
Diagnosis
—
10
Describe your experience with South Jersey Fertility Center.
Clinic was very nice, Clean and staff was very friendly. I never had to wait a long time to be seen. They were always so helpful and considerate. I would recommend this clinic to anyone who is looking to start a family.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
They took the time to explain everything. Everyone on the staff was friendly and explained everything. I was treated like a person.
Describe your experience with your nurse at South Jersey Fertility Center. (Assigned nurse: Jill)
Jill was excellent. She was very caring and answered all of my questions.
How was your experience with Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
He was passionate and very understanding. He took the time to explain everything and what he was doing. He answered all of my questions and/or concerns. I would definitely recommend South Jersey Fertility to anyone who is looking to start a family.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center?
The team of doctors are great and really care about their patients.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Robert Skaf at South Jersey Fertility Center.
Mostly my insurance covered it.
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