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Scheduling
10
10
Scheduling
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Billing Department
9.4
9.4
Billing Department
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Nursing Team
9.8
9.8
Nursing Team
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LGBTQ+ Care
10
10
LGBTQ+ Care
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Attention to Detail
9.3
9.3
Attention to Detail
Attention to detail is on a 1 - 10 scale, and is scored based on the rate, and severity, of errors committed by the clinic according to the patients.
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CDC Success Rates
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Every step of the way, Dr. Sharara listened to our concerns. He only proceeded forward with IUI treatment when he 1) ran full diagnostics on both me and my husband and had a clear understanding of what was wrong and 2) the health concerns that he found were resolved and/or optimized...I saw Dr. Sharara for every appointment. He performed every ultrasound, the hysteroscopy, the sonohysterogram, etc. He looked at every lab. He made a diagnosis for both me (PCOS and uterine polyps) and my husband (low cap score ) and set us on track to get us fit for IUI/IVF...
Clinic [Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine] was beyond friendly, straightforward, and very efficient. I never had to wait for my appointment at this office...All finances were very straightforward. They print out a sheet and they tell you exactly what you can expect to pay for appointments, the diagnostic testing, and your treatment plan...Both nurses at this office were very compassionate, knowledgeable, and helped move my medication through the insurance process in a very timely manner...
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr. Sharara and his office have restored my faith in our healthcare system. His knowledge and experience are priceless. I would recommend any couple going through infertility in the DMV region to make his office their first stop. I saw Dr. Sharara for every appointment. He performed every ultrasound, the hysteroscopy, the sonohysterogram, etc. He looked at every lab. He made a diagnosis for both me (PCOS and uterine polyps) and my husband (low cap score ) and set us on track to get us fit for IUI/IVF. Every step of the way, I felt in the care of great hands and this eased my anxiety/hopelessness surrounding infertility.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Make this your first stop, you will not regret it.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Every time I stepped into Dr. Sharara's office, I felt cared for by the whole practice. Having had bad experiences with OB-GYNs in the past, my greatest fear was that Dr. Sharara would solely provide standard, robotic care without understanding my body/my health and that I would waste time, money, and emotional energy in the trying infertility journey. However, I had nothing to fear with Dr. Sharara. My experience with him and his whole office has restored my faith in the healthcare system. Every step of the way, Dr. Sharara listened to our concerns. He only proceeded forward with IUI treatment when he 1) ran full diagnostics on both me and my husband and had a clear understanding of what was wrong and 2) the health concerns that he found were resolved and/or optimized.
Describe the protocols Fady Sharara used in your cycles at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine and their degree of success.
Dr. Sharara diagnosed me with PCOS and also found uterine polyps. On my first ultrasound visit, Dr. Sharara saw a polyp in my cervix and his first thought was that there were more in my uterus. He was 100% right. What was disheartening to me, was that an OB-GYN had seen this same polyp in my cervix a year and a half earlier and thought nothing of it- even after I got pregnant, miscarried, and did not get pregnant again. My OB-GYN also did not catch my PCOS. Dr. Sharara put me on metformin, instructed me to change my diet (easy on processed carbs and sugar), and I had a polypectomy surgery in July. Although my husband's sperm results came back normal from the Urologist he saw, Dr. Sharara asks all males to perform a Cap Score test. This measures the functionality of the sperm - which the sperm analysis does not. My husband turned out how a very low cap score test, and he had a varicocele embolization procedure to see if that would improve the functionality. It did. That took time. When he retook the cap score test 4 months out from his procedure, his score improved. After all this was addressed- PCOS, polyps, and the low cap score - only then did Dr. Sharara move forward with actual fertility treatment. If my husband's score did not improve, we were to go directly to IVF. But since it did, Dr. Sharara thought it was a good idea to try IUI first. We got pregnant on our first IUI try. The IUI treatment consisted of taking letrozole, and a trigger shot before the day of the insemination.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine. (Assigned nurse: Jess and Jill)
Both nurses at this office were very compassionate, knowledgeable, and helped move my medication through the insurance process in a very timely manner. Infertility is very emotional, but the nurses here made it nice to come to the office and made the process as easy as it could be.
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Clinic was beyond friendly, straightforward, and very efficient. I never had to wait for my appointment at this office. In fact, there were times if I got in earlier than my appointment time, if they were ready they'd just see me. All finances were very straightforward. They print out a sheet and they tell you exactly what you can expect to pay for appointments, the diagnostic testing, and your treatment plan. I was lucky that my insurance covered all diagnostic testing. Trish and Mary are very sweet. I cannot pinpoint a weakness.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
The clinic was very straightforward and clear on how much diagnostic testing, appointments, and treatment plans cost. My insurance covered all diagnostic testing and bloodwork. The IUI cost me around $1700. This included a sperm wash, all monitoring of the follicles before the insemination, and two rounds of insemination (my husband and I went into the office two days in a row - the day after the night of the trigger shot, as well as the next day). My medications (progesterone, letrozole) were covered by insurance. Only the trigger shot, which is solely classified as a fertility drug, was not covered by my insurance. That was around $250 out of pocket.
Describe Fady Sharara's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
He [Dr. Sharara] is current on the latest science and honest...And my protocol was totally unique to me and my situation. Dr. Sharara would even work with me to figure out how to do things in parallel so we could save time (he knew I was older, and I had been trying for a long time). But he is careful and thoughtful about his approach...Dr. Sharara did tests that no one else even asked about or bothered to do. He focused on my health -- diet, supplements, sleep, even my husband's health. Dr. Sharara’ s tests identified problems that were not identified in the other two clinics. He was reachable by phone and takes time to explain things thoroughly. He advised me of the option to do PRP on my ovaries to help with egg quality and referred me to Dr. Tabbarah for a minor surgery to remove some polyps in my uterus -- after both those w
They made a tough situation so pleasant; I honestly never minded my visits or my treatments. I strongly recommend you consult with VCRM when considering your options...Clinic is clean, start-of-the-art, you NEVER wait. You have an appointment and the see you at your time. you do not wait in a a crowded room where they forget about you like those big factories. It's convenient -- there is even reserved parking out front. VCRM found a way to take the stress out of the situation anywhere they could.
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
I spent 3 years trying to get pregnant. I truly believe that if I had gone to Dr. Sharara at VCRM in the first place I would have been pregnant long ago. I am so grateful to him and his team for everything they did for me. They made a tough situation so pleasant; I honestly never minded my visits or my treatments. I strongly recommend you consult with VCRM when considering your options. My only regret not going to him sooner and believing there was nothing else to try because the two previous fertility clinics were a cookie cutter approaches to a complex medical problem. They actually told me “this is all we can do”
- Dr Sharara is extremely competent, well-researched and highly regarded among his peers. I am a science person. I investigate and read everything I can get my hands on and talk to numerous experts prior to making decisions. I ask more questions than most people which can annoy some medical practitioners who like to believe patients know nothing. Dr Sharara is different and welcomes those questions and has answers. He is current on the latest science and honest. You deal with Dr. Sharara and his amazing nurses. Jo is absolutely the best! She literally would sit by me and hold my hand after procedures and watched me to make sure I was ok. At no point was anyone ever confused about who I was, what protocol I was using, and what needed to happen. And my protocol was totally unique to me and my situation. Dr. Sharara would even work with me to figure out how to do things in parallel so we could save time (he knew I was older, and I had been trying for a long time). But he is careful and thoughtful about his approach.
- Dr. Sharara did tests that no one else even asked about or bothered to do. He focused on my health -- diet, supplements, sleep, even my husband's health. Dr. Sharara’ s tests identified problems that were not identified in the other two clinics. He was reachable by phone and takes time to explain things thoroughly. He advised me of the option to do PRP on my ovaries to help with egg quality and referred me to Dr. Tabbarah for a minor surgery to remove some polyps in my uterus -- after both those were done, I got pregnant on my own on the first try!
-And you know what was great, when I got pregnant on my own after that, Dr. Sharara gave me a huge hug and told me how happy he was for me. The other places, when I asked about trying stuff on my own, they said, "if you want to, sure, but that doesn't seem to get you much." He obviously loves his job and wants to help people and that shines through the whole time.
Having used 3 different fertility clinics over the years I can say without a doubt that if I had gone to Dr. Sharara at VCRM to begin with my life would have been much different. I have summarized my experience below so you can judge for yourself.
The big factory experience (2 very well know, highly advertised fertility clinics in the NOVA area):
- They have a different person for everything (billing, client care, doctor, etc.). They bounce you around from person to person so that no one ever really has to take accountability for anything.
- One clinic made numerous mistakes with my medicine, with my protocol, and the doctor would stress the importance of timing and then change my procedures around his vacation schedule.
-They tell you the protocols are customized for you, but then admit that there are only 2 they use. They are antiquated and they refuse to even discuss any newer procedures.
- Both places told me it would be "easy" for me to get pregnant, and after every failure they told me "I was dealt a bad hand" -- how is that for science? A bad hand, really?
-You sit in a waiting room for hours for monitoring, often to have them forget you were there. Your time is not important to them, even though you pay an unbelievable amount of money for the poor patient care and failed fertility treatments.
In summary, this would not have happened without Dr. Sharara’s medical and wholistic knowledge.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Listen to what he says, ask lots of question -- he will make sure you are comfortable and understand all options. Be ready to focus on your health.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
It isn't a factory, they know your name, they remember your treatment plan. Everything is customized for you. They adjust when your body needs it, not based on their schedule or time table. They follow up to make sure you are ok. They make sure you know what is going on.
Describe the protocols Fady Sharara used in your cycles at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine and their degree of success.
Dr. Sharara use PRP on my ovaries. This is a newer procedure. It isn't new in the medical world but it is new in fertility. He used it to help with egg quality. Two months after I did PRP I got pregnant on my own. That was after trying for 3 years and several failed IVF procedures. He also had me on a very healthy diet and taking lots of supplements. I think the combination allowed my body to produce an embryo good enough to implant. So far I have a healthy pregnancy.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine. (Assigned nurse: Jo Medina)
The entire staff at VCRM is helpful, knowledgable ,and excellent to work with. Jo is the best -- the absolute best. I can't thank her enough for her warmth, care, and knowledge.
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Clinic is clean, start-of-the-art, you NEVER wait. You have an appointment and the see you at your time. you do not wait in a a crowded room where they forget about you like those big factories. It's convenient -- there is even reserved parking out front. VCRM found a way to take the stress out of the situation anywhere they could.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
I had some insurance coverage but the out of pocket were clearly explained and it honestly didn't feel like a rip off like other places.
He [Dr. Sharara] made several incorrect assumptions of my diet, period, and lifestyle based on blood work from a year ago, and when I tried to provide more updated information, he wouldn't listen...He didn't even offer the opportunity to ask him questions during our consultation...He spoke so quickly that I didn't have a chance to ask him to explain certain things...He ordered (18) new labs. Some of which I understood to be just a check for a more recent/accurate information, but several others he didn't explain. He also ordered several other tests that were more inline with difficulty getting pregnant (ie. check if Fallopian tubes were blocked) instead of our recurrent pregnancy loss experience.
Patricia, who assists with reception and billing [at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine], is very kind and professional. She emailed me the paperwork ahead of our appointment, and offered to triple check our insurance benefits just to make sure there wasn't any surprises...He [Dr. Sharara] made several incorrect assumptions of my diet, period, and lifestyle based on blood work from a year ago, and when I tried to provide more updated information, he wouldn't listen...He didn't even offer the opportunity to ask him questions during our consultation...He spoke so quickly that I didn't have a chance to ask him to explain certain things...He ordered (18) new labs. Some of which I understood to be just a check for a more recent/accurate information, but several others he didn't explain. He also ordered several other tests that were more inline with difficulty getting pregnant (ie. check if Fallopian tubes were blocked) instead of our recurrent pregnancy loss experience.
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
I have experienced three pregnancy losses, and to date, no medical reason has been identified. When sharing our story with Dr. Sharara, we felt no compassion or empathy for our losses. He was very fact-based, which I appreciate, but when it comes to this topic, this type of attitude can be perceived as cold and uncaring. He didn't even offer the opportunity to ask him questions during our consultation. He reviewed my historic blood work and made several assumptions about my period, diet, and lifestyle, and when I tried to correct his assumptions, he wouldn't listen. He spoke so quickly that I didn't have a chance to ask him to explain certain things.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
He made several incorrect assumptions of my diet, period, and lifestyle based on blood work from a year ago, and when I tried to provide more updated information, he wouldn't listen.
Describe the protocols Fady Sharara used in your cycles at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine and their degree of success.
He ordered (18) new labs. Some of which I understood to be just a check for a more recent/accurate information, but several others he didn't explain. He also ordered several other tests that were more inline with difficulty getting pregnant (ie. check if Fallopian tubes were blocked) instead of our recurrent pregnancy loss experience.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
We had very little interaction with the nursing staff during our consultation.
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Patricia, who assists with reception and billing, is very kind and professional. She emailed me the paperwork ahead of our appointment, and offered to triple check our insurance benefits just to make sure there wasn't any surprises.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Dr. Sharara was in-network with our insurance. He wanted to run a couple tests that were not covered by insurance.
What specific things went wrong at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr. Sharara does do a little more diagnostic testing than other places...The overall strategy was not catered to my specific needs, they were a canned set of treatment and nothing special...He will only transfer one embryo at a time...When seeing Dr. Sharara, he rarely relied on my labwork or medical history to give him an idea on steps to take next. His treatment was just a canned set of instructions that everyone gets.
The things that went wrong during my time at this office [Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine] revolved around the following: doctor's lack of availability, nurses lack of knowledge, billing mishaps, and overall unorganized staff...Ultrasound: $480; IUI with injectables: $2,800; IVF: $13,300; FET: $4,500...Strength: VCRM is not very busy at all and that was one of the main things I liked about them. Weakness: Billing department. The woman who is in charge of billing is so sweet when you are calling to make a payment, but she is a rude terror every other time. She is notorious for submitting insurance claims incorrectly, and she is unwilling to resubmit corrected claims. If you go here, you will likely spend way more than you intend because of how they do their billing.
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr. Sharara works as a "one-man" operation. He isn't available on weekends, and he is frequently out of the office for conferences and vacations. If your treatment cycle happens to fall when he is out of the office, you will have to wait until your next cycle to pursue treatment. I was tired of waiting and being postponed, so I chose to go elsewhere. Your level of treatment also depends on what kind of mood he is on the day that you see him. Spoiler alert... he's usually snarky.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr. Sharara does do a little more diagnostic testing than other places. This would really be the only thing good about this office.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
When seeing Dr. Sharara, he rarely relied on my labwork or medical history to give him an idea on steps to take next. His treatment was just a canned set of instructions that everyone gets.
Describe the protocols Fady Sharara used in your cycles at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine and their degree of success.
The overall strategy was not catered to my specific needs, they were a canned set of treatment and nothing special.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
It depends on which nurse was helping you that day. You did not get a dedicated nurse. Some nurses were very helpful when you had questions; but those nurses are rare at VCRM. Most of the nurses were not able to answer simple questions, and they were very disorganized when working with them.
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Strength: VCRM is not very busy at all and that was one of the main things I liked about them. Weakness: Billing department. The woman who is in charge of billing is so sweet when you are calling to make a payment, but she is a rude terror every other time. She is notorious for submitting insurance claims incorrectly, and she is unwilling to resubmit corrected claims. If you go here, you will likely spend way more than you intend because of how they do their billing.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Ultrasound: $480; IUI with injectables: $2,800; IVF: $13,300; FET: $4,500.
Describe Fady Sharara's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
He will only transfer one embryo at a time.
What specific things went wrong at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Lost paperwork
Failed to call with results
Failed to order appropriate test
Lost results
Provided conflicting information
Failed to convey critical information
Canceled a cycle due to clinic error
Scheduled the wrong procedure
Describe the specific things that went wrong at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
The things that went wrong during my time at this office revolved around the following: doctor's lack of availability, nurses lack of knowledge, billing mishaps, and overall unorganized staff.
I felt the utmost care and concern from the first time I met Dr. Sharara. He shared his plan with me, and we started our journey together...is brilliant, experienced, warm, kind, caring and gave me so much hope when I wasn't feeling so strong. I have never been treated better or have been in better hands from any doctor in my entire life... I found out I had hypothyroidism (which a began taking a prescription for) and a vitamin D deficiency. I also found out from the hysteroscopy that I had cysts along my uterine wall (that could have been caused from all the hormones I had taken for IUIs prior to finding Dr. Sharara). With those there, I wasn't getting pregnant. I underwent surgery soon after. All of this was done between the end of June 2018-July 2018 (quick!). My husband also went through a screening that not only analyzed the amount of sperm he produced, but also the functionality. This CAP test gave him a CAP score. We then had a percentage of us conceiving naturally (which was very low and most likely not going to happen). Being 37 years old, I felt I wasted enough time with other doctors and my husband and I, along with Dr. Sharara made the decision to go forward with IVF.
Since this [Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine] is a small practice, you will get to know every single person by name. They will greet you with kindness each and every time. They will give you a hug when you need one and will be there right by your side the entire way. You will feel like a person that is part of a team where everyone is rooting for you...Jo, my primary nurse was always on call for me. She helped me though every step, especially with the injectables. I went to her to show me everything on day 1 of my shots. I could call her anytime with questions. She even offered to do my shots for me if needed (since my husband was out of town for 2 1/2 months) during this whole process.
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr. Sharara is brilliant, experienced, warm, kind, caring and gave me so much hope when I wasn't feeling so strong. I have never been treated better or have been in better hands from any doctor in my entire life.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Just 1?! If I had to pick, I would say that Dr. Sharara has the knowledge, experience and skills to give you control of your infertility situation and together, you will get through this.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
I felt the utmost care and concern from the first time I met Dr. Sharara. He shared his plan with me, and we started our journey together.
Describe the protocols Fady Sharara used in your cycles at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine and their degree of success.
From day 1, there was a plan in place. I went through several screenings, including detailed blood work and blood screeners, a HSG and a hysteroscopy. I found out I had hypothyroidism (which a began taking a prescription for) and a vitamin D deficiency. I also found out from the hysteroscopy that I had cysts along my uterine wall (that could have been caused from all the hormones I had taken for IUIs prior to finding Dr. Sharara). With those there, I wasn't getting pregnant. I underwent surgery soon after. All of this was done between the end of June 2018-July 2018 (quick!). My husband also went through a screening that not only analyzed the amount of sperm he produced, but also the functionality. This CAP test gave him a CAP score. We then had a percentage of us conceiving naturally (which was very low and most likely not going to happen). Being 37 years old, I felt I wasted enough time with other doctors and my husband and I, along with Dr. Sharara made the decision to go forward with IVF.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine. (Assigned nurse: Jo)
Jo, my primary nurse was always on call for me. She helped me though every step, especially with the injectables. I went to her to show me everything on day 1 of my shots. I could call her anytime with questions. She even offered to do my shots for me if needed (since my husband was out of town for 2 1/2 months) during this whole process.
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Since this is a small practice, you will get to know every single person by name. They will greet you with kindness each and every time. They will give you a hug when you need one and will be there right by your side the entire way. You will feel like a person that is part of a team where everyone is rooting for you.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Since Virginia is not an IVF mandated state, IVF is not covered for any practice under insurance. The costs of my procedure included:
medications
anesthesia
trial transfer
egg retrieval
ICSI
egg transfer
Describe Fady Sharara's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
I ended up with 1 healthy embryo after genetic screening so I did not have the option.
He [Dr. Sharara] was thorough, enthusiastic, and responsive as my partner and I talked.... I have full confidence in his medical abilities. When potential surrogate complications came up, and when we were applying for grants, his bedside became a bit curt/dismissive... The treatment strategies and protocols he described were in line with the ones described to occur at other clinics. His rationales made sense, and I know he has gotten results.
Virtually everything about the clinic was strong. Everything was well-organized, thorough, and personalized. If they were more receptive to grants and "compassionate" surrogates, that would be better, but overall, I'd definitely recommend Virginia Center.... The costs were in line with the other clinics in the area. The helpful aspect of Viriginia Center was they were able to itemize everything and provide a comprehensive total.
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
He was thorough, specific, responsive, and positive when my husband and I met with him. I have full confidence in his medical abilities. When potential surrogate complications came up, and when we were applying for grants, his bedside became a bit curt/dismissive, as if he has plenty of people who will pay full prices for all aspects, so why should he deign to do anything differently / put forth extra effort / cater to those with financial hurdles? That said, during the traditional procedure process, he was excellent.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Go in for treatment already signed up with a surrogacy agency, and you'll have a great experience.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
He was thorough, enthusiastic, and responsive as my partner and I talked.
Describe the protocols Fady Sharara used in your cycles at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine and their degree of success.
The treatment strategies and protocols he described were in line with the ones described to occur at other clinics. His rationales made sense, and I know he has gotten results.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine. (Assigned nurse: Jessica Sandberg)
She was thorough, prompt, compassionate, knowledgeable, and funny in an appropriate way. She was down-to-earth and trustworthy.
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Virtually everything about the clinic was strong. Everything was well-organized, thorough, and personalized. If they were more receptive to grants and "compassionate" surrogates, that would be better, but overall, I'd definitely recommend Virginia Center.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
The costs were in line with the other clinics in the area. The helpful aspect of Viriginia Center was they were able to itemize everything and provide a comprehensive total. Other clinics seemed to have asterisks everywhere, and it was hard to gauge a final number.
Describe Fady Sharara's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
He prefers single embryo transfer, and his rationale / the nurse's explanation was convincing.
After a long road of miscarriages, problems and infertility- we finally found Dr. Sharara. From the first appointment he was finding solutions, and ready to get started-he understood what an emotional time it was for us, and made it known that he would not give up. I came out of every single appointment smiling, even the ones where he bore bad news, because there was never bad news without a new solution, and a new action.
The clinic [(VCRM)] was clean and extremely organized. The wait time was surprisingly minimal- we were always seen right away! Even if we arrived a little bit early. The staff are all kind, and understood the need to sometimes make last minute appointments. Overall, a top notch clinic...My nurse, Jo, was absolutely wonderful. Caring, kind and compassionate- she was with me through every step of the way. I always felt like I could talk to her about anything, as emotional as I would get, and she always understood and listened.
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr. Sharara is a truly amazing Doctor and person. My husband and I are so grateful to him- we went from having no hope, and thinking we would never be able to have kids, to being now on our way to be the parents of three!
After a long road of miscarriages, problems and infertility- we finally found Dr. Sharara. From the first appointment he was finding solutions, and ready to get started-he understood what an emotional time it was for us, and made it known that he would not give up. I came out of every single appointment smiling, even the ones where he bore bad news, because there was never bad news without a new solution, and a new action. His knowledge and progressive ways are remarkable, and he is extremely thorough in every aspect of treatment, from diet and lifestyle to specific doses of medication, when many doctors are not.
On a personal level, he is incredibly kind, attentive, and respectful. I was ushered into the appointment room as soon as I arrived to every single appointment, and greeted with kind words.
With his support and the support of his wonderful staff, we had our first amazing miracle- our son. And again today, we are pregnant with twins!! I cannot thank them enough.
I would recommend Dr. Sharara to anyone hoping to conceive, without a moment's hesitation. He is the best.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Trust his method, and listen to his advice about diet, it really helps.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Him and his staff are so incredibly kind- they asked about me every single time I went in, and followed up with phone calls between some appointments too. I always felt comfortable and taken care of at his office.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine. (Assigned nurse: Jo)
My nurse, Jo, was absolutely wonderful. Caring, kind and compassionate- she was with me through every step of the way. I always felt like I could talk to her about anything, as emotional as I would get, and she always understood and listened. I am truly grateful that I had her by my side throughout this process.
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
The clinic was clean and extremely organized. The wait time was surprisingly minimal- we were always seen right away! Even if we arrived a little bit early.
The staff are all kind, and understood the need to sometimes make last minute appointments. Overall, a top notch clinic.
Describe Fady Sharara's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
I was definitely educated on the trade offs, and he was reluctant to transfer more then one. But at my insistence, we ended up transferring two.
Dr. Sharara and his team truly went above and beyond for us.... His cautiously optimistic style left us feeling confident that we were not being sold a bill of goods, and irrespective of the outcome, we were receiving the best care available...He provided comprehensive answers with respect to the causes of our infertility, in a no-nonsense and straightforward manner. In our first meeting he took the time to listen to our experiences, and understand why we were there. He reviewed our previous test results, and explained things our prior provider had never mentioned. He immediately put his finger on what he felt was the problem. He didn’t promise us miracles, but he did promise us a clear path forward, and alternative paths if need be.
we would recommend Dr. Sharara and the team at VCRM to anyone seeking answers to their infertility questions...he has done well to employ a staff full of kind and empathetic women, who will hold your hand as frequently as you need it. Mary and Ashley, who manage reception, are an absolute joy. Jo, Jessica, and LJ, the nursing team, are all experienced and thoughtful. Jo, his head nurse, is particularly adept at making you feel like you are the only patient. She is exceptionally compassionate and served as a rock during an emotionally difficult time; a task she undoubtedly undertakes with other patients.
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
After several months with a well-known, and well-advertised regional fertility clinic my husband and I found ourselves increasingly frustrated with their lack of transparency, and their inability to provide real answers. Like everyone struggling to conceive, we wanted a baby, but we also wanted to understand the why and how behind our infertility. That’s when we went to see Dr. Sharara. It was by far the best decision we could have made. He provided comprehensive answers with respect to the causes of our infertility, in a no-nonsense and straightforward manner.
In our first meeting he took the time to listen to our experiences, and understand why we were there. He reviewed our previous test results, and explained things our prior provider had never mentioned. He immediately put his finger on what he felt was the problem. He didn’t promise us miracles, but he did promise us a clear path forward, and alternative paths if need be. His cautiously optimistic style left us feeling confident that we were not being sold a bill of goods, and irrespective of the outcome, we were receiving the best care available. We knew then that we had found our doctor.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine. (Assigned nurse: Jo)
Dr. Sharara clearly cares about his patients, but his approach doesn’t include a lot of coddling; it simply isn’t his style. However, he has done well to employ a staff full of kind and empathetic women, who will hold your hand as frequently as you need it. Mary and Ashley, who manage reception, are an absolute joy. Jo, Jessica, and LJ, the nursing team, are all experienced and thoughtful. Jo, his head nurse, is particularly adept at making you feel like you are the only patient. She is exceptionally compassionate and served as a rock during an emotionally difficult time; a task she undoubtedly undertakes with other patients.
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Dr. Sharara and his team truly went above and beyond for us, and at 30 weeks pregnant with twins, we would recommend Dr. Sharara and the team at VCRM to anyone seeking answers to their infertility questions.
Dr Sharara is an excellent physician. He is meticulous and thorough. He employs a personalized medicine approach in his practice. Each patient is treated uniquely and he carefully devises a personalized treatment plan...also up to date on the latest research in the reproductive endocrinology and infertility science space...There is a lot of testing up front after the initial consultation. It might seem like overkill to some but this approach is necessary for him to better understand how to tailor an individual’s treatment plan...
The clinic [Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine] is run like a well-(oiled machine. The front office staff are very efficient when it comes to setting appointments, answering questions, and helping understand insurance. They are very nice and personable. I didn’t feel like an anonymous patient, they always knew who I was...Jessica [nurse] was wonderful. She responded to emails and calls promptly. She was also very patient when she trained me on how to do the injections...
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr. Sharara is very devoted to his patients. In his practice, each patient is treated uniquely and he carefully devises a personalized treatment plan. It gave me a lot of comfort to know that a cookie cutter approach wasn’t haphazardly being applied to my care.
Dr. Sharara is also up to date on the latest research in the reproductive endocrinology and infertility science space. This allows him to apply the latest technologies and methodologies in treatment plans.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Listen to Dr. Sharara. Follow his instructions to the letter. There is a lot of testing up front after the initial consultation. It might seem like overkill to some but this approach is necessary for him to better understand how to tailor an individual’s treatment plan.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr Sharara is an excellent physician. He is meticulous and thorough. He employs a personalized medicine approach in his practice. Each patient is treated uniquely and he carefully devises a personalized treatment plan.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine. (Assigned nurse: Jessica)
Jessica was wonderful. She responded to emails and calls promptly. She was also very patient when she trained me on how to do the injections.
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
The clinic is run like a well-(oiled machine. The front office staff are very efficient when it comes to setting appointments, answering questions, and helping understand insurance. They are very nice and personable. I didn’t feel like an anonymous patient, they always knew who I was.
I came to VCRM for a second opinion because I didn't agree with the course of action from the first specialist. Dr. Sharara immediately changed my lifestyle, to include diet and exercise while adding a thyroid treatment. I ended up pregnant as a result, which saved us from more invasive treatments...I had pcos so our protocol included going on a no sugar diet, scaling back HIIT workouts, and taking a thyroid pill as well as metformin. I did the diet exercise for about 3 months and the meds for about 1 month before getting pregnant...
The entire VCRM team was so kind to me. I appreciated the additional layers of privacy in the waiting room and the incredibly kind staff that walked me through billing, lab workups, and procedures...VCRM isn't fancy but I was well taken care of...I came to VCRM for a second opinion because I didn't agree with the course of action from the first specialist. Dr. Sharara immediately changed my lifestyle, to include diet and exercise while adding a thyroid treatment. I ended up pregnant as a result, which saved us from more invasive treatments.
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
I came to VCRM for a second opinion because I didn't agree with the course of action from the first specialist. Dr. Sharara immediately changed my lifestyle, to include diet and exercise while adding a thyroid treatment. I ended up pregnant as a result, which saved us from more invasive treatments.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
I lost a lot of trust in the medical system during fertility treatment. Dr. Sharara restored quite a bit of my trust in respecting my slow approach to figuring out what was wrong.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
The entire VCRM team was so kind to me. I appreciated the additional layers of privacy in the waiting room and the incredibly kind staff that walked me through billing, lab workups, and procedures.
Describe the protocols Fady Sharara used in your cycles at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine and their degree of success.
I had pcos so our protocol included going on a no sugar diet, scaling back HIIT workouts, and taking a thyroid pill as well as metformin. I did the diet exercise for about 3 months and the meds for about 1 month before getting pregnant.
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Strengths is that Dr. Sharara meets with each patient personally. I saw him as a second opinion and the first clinic I went to rarely had a doctor available. VCRM isn't fancy but I was well taken care of.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Fortunately, my insurance covered my testing, but that was it. We hit the deductible with Dr. Sharara but had we needed additional treatment, that would have been out of pocket.
Dr Sharara is warm, and explained everything to my husband and me in the level of detail we needed....He addressed previously undiagnosed issues and although we were ready to start an IVF cycle, he helped us conceive naturally. We welcomed our daughter in October....He started us on the PCOS diet and supplements, as well as thyroid medication, with the goal of doing IVF. While monitoring ovulation to determine next steps, we conceived naturally within 2 months.
The office [Virginia Ctr for Repro Med] is comfortable, and appointments were always on time....My nurse gave me her personal cell phone number to stay in contact with her if i had any issues at any time with our treatment protocol....Dr Sharara accepted our insurance and helped us maximize our benefit. Additionally, we were able to use our FSA for many of the office visits and charges. Dr Sharara also was less expensive than another fertility factory in the area.
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
After 1 year of trying and 1 year at a local fertility factory, we found Dr Sharara. He addressed previously undiagnosed issues and although we were ready to start an IVF cycle, he helped us conceive naturally. We welcomed our daughter in October.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Run, do not walk to make an appointment. Do not pass go. Do not collect $200. Dr Sharara is amazing.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr Sharara is warm, and explained everything to my husband and me in the level of detail we needed.
Describe the protocols Fady Sharara used in your cycles at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine and their degree of success.
Because our previous practitioner had missed several things, Dr Sharara had to start from square one. He started us on the PCOS diet and supplements, as well as thyroid medication, with the goal of doing IVF. While monitoring ovulation to determine next steps, we conceived naturally within 2 months.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine. (Assigned nurse: Jo. )
My nurse gave me her personal cell phone number to stay in contact with her if i had any issues at any time with our treatment protocol.
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Reston is a bit of a hike, but the team there makes it well worth it. The office is comfortable, and appointments were always on time. We were prepared to do IVF, but Dr Sharara helped us conceive naturally.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Dr Sharara accepted our insurance and helped us maximize our benefit. Additionally, we were able to use our FSA for many of the office visits and charges. Dr Sharara also was less expensive than another fertility factory in the area.
Describe Fady Sharara's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Dr. Sharara was warm and approachable and at the same time a man on a mission. He was busy, but you knew that he was busy trying to make his patients happy. The entire team felt like a big family. I trusted him and have no regrets to this day...Because he is a man on a mission, he moves swiftly. As a patient (and frequently an infertile one), you are stressed and emotional and wanting to go slowly through the steps. It helps to just ask him to slow down and talk you through it...
The nurses [at VA Ctr for Repro Med (VCRM] were a bit slow to warm up but great once you get to know them. To this day, I still communicate with a nurse who shares my birthday and it is awesome!...Because it is a private practice, they are a bit moody or susceptible to the whims of emotion...There are also many high profile patients who visit the practice in fleets of fancy cars and armored vehicles. Be prepared...
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr. Sharara was warm and approachable and at the same time a man on a mission. He was busy, but you knew that he was busy trying to make his patients happy. The entire team felt like a big family. I trusted him and have no regrets to this day.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Because he is a man on a mission, he moves swiftly. As a patient (and frequently an infertile one), you are stressed and emotional and wanting to go slowly through the steps. It helps to just ask him to slow down and talk you through it
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
This is a private practice, so every patient is treated like a princess. All the way from walking through the front door to seeing the doctor to seeing the anesthesiologist to doing most of the procedures in house
Describe the protocols Fady Sharara used in your cycles at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine and their degree of success.
While we had done natural cycle IVF, this was our one regular IVF with all of the drugs and procedures that you would expect. Dr. Sharara had exhausted every other option through thorough testing. It was as low stress as you'd hope and successful. While the patient always deserves credit for a positive attitude, he was an exceptional doctor
Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
The nurses were a bit slow to warm up but great once you get to know them. To this day, I still communicate with a nurse who shares my birthday and it is awesome !
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Because it is a private practice, they are a bit moody or susceptible to the whims of emotion. There are also many high profile patients who visit the practice in fleets of fancy cars and armored vehicles. Be prepared
Describe the costs associated with your care under Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Dr Sharara is caring and compassionate, but more importantly, he is very very thorough. He performs several tests to insure a healthy pregnancy, prescribes the necessary vitamins and nutrients based on blood tests (I had a lot of deficiencies that other doctors did not check for) and checks for genetic issues that may cause miscarriage. He is extremely thorough and explains everything step by step... He did a trial transfer, Lupron prior to guided ultrasound transfer...
I love Jo!! [nurse at VCRM] She gave me her cell number and told me to call her with any concerns even over the weekend. I had an allergic reaction to progesterone in sesame oil and she called me several times to make sure I was doing okay. So thankful for her...Everything is very organized...I love that I go in at my scheduled time and I’m seen immediately...4500 embryo transfer, 15000 IVF
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
I love that Dr Sharara is caring and compassionate, but more importantly, he is very very thorough. He performs several tests to insure a healthy pregnancy, prescribes the necessary vitamins and nutrients based on blood tests (I had a lot of deficiencies that other doctors did not check for) and checks for genetic issues that may cause miscarriage. He is extremely thorough and explains everything step by step.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Go in feeling comfortable
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr Sharara provides personalized care, knowing everything about me. I saw him every time for every visit.
Describe the protocols Fady Sharara used in your cycles at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine and their degree of success.
He did a trial transfer, Lupron prior to guided ultrasound transfer
Describe your experience with your nurse at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine. (Assigned nurse: Jo)
I love Jo!! She gave me her cell number and told me to call her with any concerns even over the weekend. I had an allergic reaction to progesterone in sesame oil and she called me several times to make sure I was doing okay. So thankful for her
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Everything is very organized. Mary is so sweet answering the phones. Trish is thorough and answers all billing questions. Jo and Lily are excellent nurses. I love that I go in at my scheduled time and I’m seen immediately
Describe the costs associated with your care under Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
4500 embryo transfer, 15000 IVF
Describe Fady Sharara's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
I cannot say enough nice things about Dr. Sharara and his staff. My husband and I visited the practice after months of failed attempts to conceive and were met by a knowledgeable, concise, and comforting professional. Through their advise, we were able to conceive naturally within two months. Sadly, nature had other plans and Dr. Sharara gently coached us through a heartbreaking ectopic pregnancy. We decided to use IVF and ultimately lucked out after one round. We felt so well taken care of and valued by everyone, from Mary and Trisha at the reception desk to Jo and Lily in the back. We were sad to move on from VCRM but with good reason! Can't recommend them enough.
Jo, Lily, Mary, and Trisha [nurses at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine] were all so helpful, communicative, and empathetic...Can't recommend them enough. To the point, very willing to communicate consistently, and flexible if I needed. Never felt uncomfortable or like I was being forced into any decisions. Great transparency about costs and set realistic expectations...I cannot say enough nice things about Dr. Sharara and his staff. My husband and I visited the practice after months of failed attempts to conceive and were met by a knowledgeable, concise, and comforting professional. Through their advise, we were able to conceive naturally within two months. Sadly, nature had other plans and Dr. Sharara gently coached us through a heartbreaking ectopic pregnancy. We decided to use IVF and ultimately lucked out after one round. We felt so well taken care of and valued by everyone, from Mary and Trisha at the reception desk to Jo and Lily in the back. We were sad to move
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
I cannot say enough nice things about Dr. Sharara and his staff. My husband and I visited the practice after months of failed attempts to conceive and were met by a knowledgeable, concise, and comforting professional. Through their advise, we were able to conceive naturally within two months. Sadly, nature had other plans and Dr. Sharara gently coached us through a heartbreaking ectopic pregnancy. We decided to use IVF and ultimately lucked out after one round. We felt so well taken care of and valued by everyone, from Mary and Trisha at the reception desk to Jo and Lily in the back. We were sad to move on from VCRM but with good reason! Can't recommend them enough.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Trust him and follow his advice closely.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine. (Assigned nurse: Jo)
Jo, Lily, Mary, and Trisha were all so helpful, communicative, and empathetic.
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Can't recommend them enough. To the point, very willing to communicate consistently, and flexible if I needed. Never felt uncomfortable or like I was being forced into any decisions. Great transparency about costs and set realistic expectations.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
He [Dr. Fady Sharara] is very meticulous, checks for everything. He is always doing all the ultrasounds and procedures. He re-evaluates treatment if something does not work out. He has good bed side manner. I had a really good experience with him.... VCRM is special in many ways, your treatment is personalized, Dr. Sharara is very meticulous, he checks everything. He founds some issues that previous doctors do not even consider looking at them. In addition, all VCRM personnel truly cared about me. All the nurses are great, specially Jo. She is amazing! The best nurse I've ever met. Jo even kept in contact with me during my pregnancy to see how I was doing.
VCRM is special in many ways, your treatment is personalized, Dr. Sharara is very meticulous, he checks everything. He founds some issues that previous doctors do not even consider looking at them. In addition, all VCRM personnel truly cared about me. All the nurses are great, specially Jo. She is amazing! The best nurse I've ever met. Jo even kept in contact with me during my pregnancy to see how I was doing.
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
He is very meticulous, checks for everything. He is always doing all the ultrasounds and procedures. He re-evaluates treatment if something does not work out. He has good bed side manner. I had a really good experience with him.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
He is the best in the dc area. Don't wait to see him!
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
VCRM is special in many ways, your treatment is personalized, Dr. Sharara is very meticulous, he checks everything. He founds some issues that previous doctors do not even consider looking at them. In addition, all VCRM personnel truly cared about me. All the nurses are great, specially Jo. She is amazing! The best nurse I've ever met. Jo even kept in contact with me during my pregnancy to see how I was doing.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine. (Assigned nurse: Jo Medina)
Jo is amazing! Je truly cared about me while I being treated at VCRM and during my pregnancy. She checked many times how I was doing.
Jo was also great explaining the protogols and in answering questions
Dr Sharara is a perfect blend of intellect and honesty and compassionate medical care...Be honest about your diet and lifestyle as he creates a custom approach to your specific needs and issues but he can only do this if you disclose everything fully.
The process is grueling but Dr Sharara and Nurse Joanne Medina [at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine] could not have made it anymore comfortable. Excellent communication, excellent beside manner, they made me feel like I was their one and only priority. I am forever grateful for [their] professionalism and caring demeanor.
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr Sharara is exceptional in his field, this is evident by the custom approach and program he has given me and each of the 9 people I have referred over the last 6 years to him, all of which have had successful IVF pregnancies. Dr Sharara is a perfect blend of intellect and honesty and compassionate medical care.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Be honest about your diet and lifestyle as he creates a custom approach to your specific needs and issues but he can only do this if you disclose everything fully.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
The process is grueling but Dr Sharara and Nurse Joanne Medina could not have made it anymore comfortable. Excellent communication, excellent beside manner, they made me feel like I was their one and only priority. I am forever grateful for thier professionalism and caring demeanor.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine. (Assigned nurse: Joanne Medina)
Jo Medina is a wise and insightful RN. She treated me and my specific anxieties with the IVF process as if I were her daughter. I'm forever grateful for her caring approach.
Dr Sharara gets results. He is the best out there. He is not the best at explaining results or details of every visit. He may not have the warmest bedside manner, but at the end of the day he gets results and to me that is the most important thing....He encourages good nutrition, supplements to boost egg quality and then a personalized protocol...Self pay $16,000 Medicine $6000 Tests $3000
Dr Sharara [at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine] gets results. He is the best out there. He is not the best at explaining results or details of every visit. He may not have the warmest bedside manner, but at the end of the day he gets results and to me that is the most important thing....He encourages good nutrition, supplements to boost egg quality and then a personalized protocol...Self pay $16,000 Medicine $6000 Tests $3000
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr Sharara gets results. He is the best out there. He is not the best at explaining results or details of every visit. He may not have the warmest bedside manner, but at the end of the day he gets results and to me that is the most important thing.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Go to Dr. Sharara. You will have the best shot at a baby.
Describe the protocols Fady Sharara used in your cycles at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine and their degree of success.
He encourages good nutrition, supplements to boost egg quality and then a personalized protocol.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
[Dr. Fady Sharara's] approach is holistically, building an individualized diagnosis, exploring causes and providing right and customized treatment options for you after thoroughly discuss it with you... I had a chronical case of endometriosis and pregnancy chances were very, very small and narrow. I had several IVF cycles in other fertility clinics where treatments were depersonalized and attention was mediocre. Then I met Dr. Sharara who from the very first appointment was a world away from previous experiences. His approach is holistically, building an individualized diagnosis, exploring causes and providing right and customized treatment options for you after thoroughly discuss it with you. He was able to uncover details about my condition that other doctors had missed. He basically changed my life!!! My first transfer was successful and my daughter is a 2 years old miracle of life. Then I decided for a second transfer of one of the frozen embryos and my second transfer was also a success, I am 37 week pregnant of a boy! . Dr. Sharara made the such an impact in my life… always realistic but showing us to keep faith and hope that the unreachable might be possible!!!
[The nurse at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine is an] Excellent and great professional. Always, always available. She is my little angel...[Dr. Fady Sharara's] approach is holistically, building an individualized diagnosis, exploring causes and providing right and customized treatment options for you after thoroughly discuss it with you... I had a chronical case of endometriosis and pregnancy chances were very, very small and narrow. I had several IVF cycles in other fertility clinics where treatments were depersonalized and attention was mediocre. Then I met Dr. Sharara who from the very first appointment was a world away from previous experiences. His approach is holistically, building an individualized diagnosis, exploring causes and providing right and customized treatment options for you after thoroughly discuss it with you. He was able to uncover details about my condition that other doctors had missed. He basically changed my life!!! My first transfer was successful and my daughter is a 2 years old miracle of life. Then I decided for a second transfer of one of the frozen embryos and my second transfer was also a success, I am 37 week pregnant of a boy! . Dr. Sharara made the such an impact in my life… always realistic but showing us to keep faith and hope that the unreachable might be possible!!!
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr. Sharara is the best Doctor I had in my life. I had a chronical case of endometriosis and pregnancy chances were very, very small and narrow. I had several IVF cycles in other fertility clinics where treatments were depersonalized and attention was mediocre. Then I met Dr. Sharara who from the very first appointment was a world away from previous experiences. His approach is holistically, building an individualized diagnosis, exploring causes and providing right and customized treatment options for you after thoroughly discuss it with you. He was able to uncover details about my condition that other doctors had missed. He basically changed my life!!! My first transfer was successful and my daughter is a 2 years old miracle of life. Then I decided for a second transfer of one of the frozen embryos and my second transfer was also a success, I am 37 week pregnant of a boy! . Dr. Sharara made the such an impact in my life… always realistic but showing us to keep faith and hope that the unreachable might be possible!!!
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Definitely go for it!!! It would be a great experience
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
. His approach is holistically, building an individualized diagnosis, exploring causes and providing right and customized treatment options for you after thoroughly discuss it with you.
Describe the protocols Fady Sharara used in your cycles at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine and their degree of success.
IVF treatment with pre-test finding the problems
Describe your experience with your nurse at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine. (Assigned nurse: Joe Medina)
Excellent and great professional. Always, always available. She is my little angel
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
His approach is holistically, building an individualized diagnosis, exploring causes and providing right and customized treatment options for you after thoroughly discuss it with you. He was able to uncover details about my condition that other doctors had missed.
Dr. Sharara is brilliant. He applies years of his research and teaching into his practice. My husband and I always felt as if we had options and the decisions we made were always encouraged by Dr. Sharara and his team...the experience was incredibly educational and professional. I learned more about my health, my body and my strength than I ever thought possible. I actually became healthier through the process. In addition to all these high points, Dr. Sharara and his ENTIRE team are extremely thorough, punctual and respectful.
[The team at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine] truly cared for me every step of the way. The process can be exhausting, both mentally and physically, and I literally had a family at VCRM that held my hand through each milestone. They became my support system...the experience was incredibly educational and professional. I learned more about my health, my body and my strength than I ever thought possible. I actually became healthier through the process. In addition to all these high points, Dr. Sharara and his ENTIRE team are extremely thorough, punctual and respectful. I'm indebted to everyone at VCRM for everything they've done to help me and I would recommend them to anyone and everyone!
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr. Sharara and his practice, Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine, was referred to me by my OBGyn after years of not being able to get pregnant. I am infinitely grateful because he, along with his wonderful staff, is absolutely amazing! First, Dr. Sharara is brilliant. He applies years of his research and teaching into his practice. My husband and I always felt as if we had options and the decisions we made were always encouraged by Dr. Sharara and his team. Second, his team truly cared for me every step of the way. The process can be exhausting, both mentally and physically, and I literally had a family at VCRM that held my hand through each milestone. They became my support system. Finally, the experience was incredibly educational and professional. I learned more about my health, my body and my strength than I ever thought possible. I actually became healthier through the process. In addition to all these high points, Dr. Sharara and his ENTIRE team are extremely thorough, punctual and respectful. I'm indebted to everyone at VCRM for everything they've done to help me and I would recommend them to anyone and everyone!
Describe your experience with your nurse at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine. (Assigned nurse: Jo and Jessica)
Dr. Sharara and his practice, Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine, was referred to me by my OBGyn after years of not being able to get pregnant. I am infinitely grateful because he, along with his wonderful staff, is absolutely amazing! First, Dr. Sharara is brilliant. He applies years of his research and teaching into his practice. My husband and I always felt as if we had options and the decisions we made were always encouraged by Dr. Sharara and his team. Second, his team truly cared for me every step of the way. The process can be exhausting, both mentally and physically, and I literally had a family at VCRM that held my hand through each milestone. They became my support system. Finally, the experience was incredibly educational and professional. I learned more about my health, my body and my strength than I ever thought possible. I actually became healthier through the process. In addition to all these high points, Dr. Sharara and his ENTIRE team are extremely thorough, punctual and respectful. I'm indebted to everyone at VCRM for everything they've done to help me and I would recommend them to anyone and everyone!
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Dr. Sharara and his practice, Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine, was referred to me by my OBGyn after years of not being able to get pregnant. I am infinitely grateful because he, along with his wonderful staff, is absolutely amazing! First, Dr. Sharara is brilliant. He applies years of his research and teaching into his practice. My husband and I always felt as if we had options and the decisions we made were always encouraged by Dr. Sharara and his team. Second, his team truly cared for me every step of the way. The process can be exhausting, both mentally and physically, and I literally had a family at VCRM that held my hand through each milestone. They became my support system. Finally, the experience was incredibly educational and professional. I learned more about my health, my body and my strength than I ever thought possible. I actually became healthier through the process. In addition to all these high points, Dr. Sharara and his ENTIRE team are extremely thorough, punctual and respectful. I'm indebted to everyone at VCRM for everything they've done to help me and I would recommend them to anyone and everyone!
I am going through the diagnostic testing currently. Dr Sharara does day 3 sonogram and labs, HSG, sonohystogram, hysteroscopy. He is very thorough and discovered a uterine polyp...always meets with you himself and answers all questions. He lets you know the best course of action in a firm but kind manner...His demeanor is kind and he is always professional...is highly intelligent and knows what he is doing. He tells you things as they are and he’s compassionate and non judgmental.
costs [at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine] are very reasonable for the area. I believe 1350 for an iui cycle with clomid, 2200 for an iui cycle with injectables...staff is also excellent...So far I have not come across any weaknesses in the practice...They [nurses] are very kind and welcoming. Happy to answer any questions I have...I am going through the diagnostic testing currently. Dr Sharara does day 3 sonogram and labs, HSG, sonohystogram, hysteroscopy. He is very thorough and discovered a uterine polyp that Shady Grove completely missed.
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr Sharara is highly intelligent and knows what he is doing. He tells you things as they are and he’s compassionate and non judgmental. During my tests, I was happy that I was able to speak to him through the whole process. At other clinics, I’ve had to talk to a tech or a nurse instead of the doctor. Dr. Sharara has met with me at each appointment and genuinely seems to care about my success. His demeanor is kind and he is always professional
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Go see him, the sooner you start the better
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr, Sharara always meets with you himself and answers all questions. He lets you know the best course of action in a firm but kind manner
Describe the protocols Fady Sharara used in your cycles at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine and their degree of success.
I am going through the diagnostic testing currently. Dr Sharara does day 3 sonogram and labs, HSG, sonohystogram, hysteroscopy. He is very thorough and discovered a uterine polyp that Shady Grove completely missed.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
They are very kind and welcoming. Happy to answer any questions I have
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Dr Fady Sharara has a good operation set up. He is smart and knows what he is doing. His staff is also excellent. He is very thorough and is committed to helping you reach your goals. I would recommend any of my friends and families to go to him if they were struggling with fertility. His demeanor is friendly but firm.
So far I have not come across any weaknesses in the practice
Describe the costs associated with your care under Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
His costs are very reasonable for the area. I believe 1350 for an iui cycle with clomid, 2200 for an iui cycle with injectables
Describe Fady Sharara's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
He [Dr. Fady Sharara] is no nonsense with everything, we never felt pressured to proceed on anything until we were comfortable and he is always professional...We have had 2 successful pregnancies with Dr Sharara...we never felt pressured to proceed on anything until we were comfortable and he is always professional...For the first transfer we went with 2 eggs, 1 implanted and we have a beautiful son. The second transfer we went with only 1 egg on the advice of Sharara we were concerned with my own health and our own desire to have only one more chil
Because Dr Sharara [at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine] is no nonsense you must show up to appointments on time with all of your information, questions, etc. ready to go. There was minimal wait time so as soon as you walked in the door it was go time. Perfect for me but others might feel like they are being rushed which is not really the case...His costs were a little higher than the large group we ha seen previously but were in-line with what we found to be local rates in our area.
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
We have had 2 successful pregnancies with Dr Sharara, he and his staff are fabulous! He is no nonsense with everything, we never felt pressured to proceed on anything until we were comfortable and he is always professional. We highly recommend him to everyone we know going through fertility struggles. We went with one of the other large groups first and it was a disaster, our experience was horrible and was ready to give up...until we met Dr Sharara!
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Do everything he says and follow all of recommendations for the best success.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
He is no nonsense with everything, we never felt pressured to proceed on anything until we were comfortable and he is always professional.
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Because Dr Sharara is no nonsense you must show up to appointments on time with all of your information, questions, etc. ready to go. There was minimal wait time so as soon as you walked in the door it was go time. Perfect for me but others might feel like they are being rushed which is not really the case.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
His costs were a little higher than the large group we ha seen previously but were in-line with what we found to be local rates in our area.
Describe Fady Sharara's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
For the first transfer we went with 2 eggs, 1 implanted and we have a beautiful son. The second transfer we went with only 1 egg on the advice of Sharara we were concerned with my own health and our own desire to have only one more child.
He [Dr. Fady Sharara] is honest, thorough, competent, highly intelligent and downright amazing. He will absolutely let you know the truth of your specific situation. He is thorough in his exam of you and your personal scenario...[eset approach] I have transferred one at a time and two at at time. It all depends on what you can handle and what Dr. Sharara thinks is best...did the ERA testing to ensure timing was as impeccable as could be...
[nurses at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine] Absolutely warm, knowledgeable, communicated well, tender, informative...The staff will work with you and your insurance but they need to know up front your specific scenario...wife and I were known very well by name. We were greeted with warm hugs every time we came to the office, which was often...Don't be afraid to ask questions on cost. Be sure to know up front how much the services cost and if insurance can help you...
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr. Sharara is a baby making genius. He is honest, thorough, competent, highly intelligent and downright amazing. He will absolutely let you know the truth of your specific situation. He is thorough in his exam of you and your personal scenario. you will not be let down.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Be honest and follow the instructions given exactly.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Mt wife and I were known very well by name. We were greeted with warm hugs every time we came to the office, which was often.
Describe the protocols Fady Sharara used in your cycles at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine and their degree of success.
There was quite a bit to do. I definitely did the ERA testing to ensure timing was as impeccable as could be.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Don't be afraid to ask questions on cost. Be sure to know up front how much the services cost and if insurance can help you. The staff will work with you and your insurance but they need to know up front your specific scenario.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
The costs were competitive in nature. Each scenario is unique and has its own set of costs involved.
Describe Fady Sharara's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Do what is best for you. I have transferred one at a time and two at at time. It all depends on what you can handle and what Dr. Sharara thinks is best.
I was seen by Dr. Sharara every visit...is knowledgeable, direct and compassionate. He took the time on the front end to understand what are issues were and came up with a game plan to address them. As we discovered new issues, he adjusted the plan. His thoroughness is unmatched and I truly believe that we would not have gotten pregnant without his expertise...IVF resulting in one live birth...
Jo [nurse at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine] was like a mother to me during this process. Her compassion was incredible and she went above and beyond when it came to making sure that I had what I needed both physically and emotionally to be prepared for our treatment. I cannot thank her enough...The team is friendly, responsive, attentive and most importantly values your time. You will be pleased with your experience. No other clinic provides the service that VCRM does, you will feel like family vs. another dollar sign to this team, the quality of care is unmatched.
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr. Sharara is knowledgeable, direct and compassionate. He took the time on the front end to understand what are issues were and came up with a game plan to address them. As we discovered new issues, he adjusted the plan. His thoroughness is unmatched and I truly believe that we would not have gotten pregnant without his expertise.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Do exactly as he as says.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
I was seen by Dr. Sharara every visit. He and his team, were responsive to questions and treated me like family vs. a patient.
Describe the protocols Fady Sharara used in your cycles at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine and their degree of success.
IVF resulting in one live birth.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine. (Assigned nurse: Jo)
Jo was like a mother to me during this process. Her compassion was incredible and she went above and beyond when it came to making sure that I had what I needed both physically and emotionally to be prepared for our treatment. I cannot thank her enough.
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
The team is friendly, responsive, attentive and most importantly values your time. You will be pleased with your experience. No other clinic provides the service that VCRM does, you will feel like family vs. another dollar sign to this team, the quality of care is unmatched.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Dr Sharara is miraculous. He gave us hope when there was none and I now have a beautiful baby boy and am now pregnant with my second. I was a very complicated case and really appreciated his honest, hands on care. He deeply cares about getting pregnant and he is excellent. I wish every doctor that we saw was like Dr Sharara and we thank god we found him...Listen to everything he says and follow every direction he gives.
This [Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine] is, in my opinion, the best fertility clinic in the country. Strengths are that they truly are the best in the country. This clinic is about getting results. They’re incredibly thorough and get to the root cause of infertility with incredible communication and compassion. Cannot recommend them enough...His nursing staff are top notch. Are available for any questions you have and are so kind and compassionate.
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr Sharara is miraculous. He gave us hope when there was none and I now have a beautiful baby boy and am now pregnant with my second. I was a very complicated case and really appreciated his honest, hands on care. He deeply cares about getting pregnant and he is excellent. I wish every doctor that we saw was like Dr Sharara and we thank god we found him.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Listen to everything he says and follow every direction he gives.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
His nursing staff are top notch. Are available for any questions you have and are so kind and compassionate.
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
This is, in my opinion, the best fertility clinic in the country. Strengths are that they truly are the best in the country. This clinic is about getting results. They’re incredibly thorough and get to the root cause of infertility with incredible communication and compassion. Cannot recommend them enough!
Dr. Sharara was kind and I really appreciated his sense of humor. I felt very safe in his care. He is super methodical and performs a lot of testing before deciding on the right fertility treatment for you. Through testing we find a uterine polyp. Once this was removed I was cleared for my first iui, which was successful...He is very methodical and there was a lot of testing
The rest of his team [at Virginia Center for RM] were also great-- I was able to call and get advice any time I needed from the nursing staff, and front office was so prompt with answering questions, rescheduling appointments, forwarding my records to my OB, anything I needed! Also, I don't think I ever waited more than 3 minutes when arriving for an appointment...Nursing staff were always available by phone with no wait time. I had a lot of questions-- about donor sperm vial types, medications, and how to manage morning sickness to name a few. It was comforting to know I had the team on call in between appointments.
How was your experience with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Dr. Sharara was kind and I really appreciated his sense of humor. I felt very safe in his care. He is super methodical and performs a lot of testing before deciding on the right fertility treatment for you. Through testing we find a uterine polyp. Once this was removed I was cleared for my first iui, which was successful!
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
Trust the process.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine?
There was no wait time when arriving for my appointment, everyone knew my name and was super kind.
Describe the protocols Fady Sharara used in your cycles at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine and their degree of success.
Uterine polyp removal and a month to recover. Tamoxifen to optimize egg quality prior to iui. progesterone suppositories after confirmed pregnancy because blood work revealed I was at the low end of the normal range for that hormone.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
Nursing staff were always available by phone with no wait time. I had a lot of questions-- about donor sperm vial types, medications, and how to manage morning sickness to name a few. It was comforting to know I had the team on call in between appointments.
Describe your experience with Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
I tried getting pregnant with donor sperm at home for about 8 months, and decided to find a fertility doctor when I turned 35. My wife and I found Dr. Sharara to be very kind and I immediately felt relieved, comfortable and confident that I could leave all my worries with him. He is very methodical and there was a lot of testing. Along the way we found a big polyp in my uterus that must of been a part of my problem, because to my surprise my first iui was successful!
The rest of his team were also great-- I was able to call and get advice any time I needed from the nursing staff, and front office was so prompt with answering questions, rescheduling appointments, forwarding my records to my OB, anything I needed! Also, I don't think I ever waited more than 3 minutes when arriving for an appointment.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Fady Sharara at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.
The iui was a couple thousand I believe, hcg and other testing was also a couple thousand over the course of several months. With copay my office visits were only $60. You are give a print up with the cost of all tests to be performed beforehand, and fertility procedure costs are listed clearly on their website.
Describe Fady Sharara's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine.