Collin Smikle

Dr Smikle has good bedside manner and seems to genuinely cares about his patients. Although, I think because of the volume of the clinic, there were many times information about my health status, were missed. He seems rushed during appointments. Overall, he is very knowledgeable.

All the phone conversations we had with Dr. Smikle from the beginning gave us hope we can fulfill our dream. His voice was soft spoken and he made us feel very comfortable. Dr. Smikle was very knowledgeable in all aspects of fertility, answering all questions, and spent all the time with us we needed. We knew we were in the right clinic from the very beginning.

I was referred to Dr. Smikle by my OBGYN after an ultrasound revealed that I had endometriosis that was potentially affecting my fertility. My husband and I had been trying to conceive naturally for about a year with no luck and, while not quite desperate, we were definitely looking for a different and hopefully more successful approach. I actually remember how comforted I felt the first time Dr. Smikle shook my hand...I just knew I was in the right place. At my initial consultation, after the exam, he worked with me to outline a plan on how to proceed. I wasn't quite ready to try IVF, so we started with Chlomid and IUI, but with the knowledge that I would likely have to try IVF if we wanted to have more than one child. After 3 unsuccessful attempts with IUI, we decided to switch to IVF, which is an intimate, intricate and sometimes very difficult process. The whole time, Dr. Smikle, Donna my nurse, and the rest of the staff were always available to answer any questions, fill my prescriptions with the lowest cost possible options, and even give me a shot or 2 when I was initially scared to do it myself. In short, I felt like they treated my like they would a good friend...not just a patient. When the first round of IVF didn't work, I felt like everyone involved cared just as much as we did...and the thing I loved most was, after they comforted me, we all went straight back into planning mode. Dr. Smikle wanted to try something a little different, just so we didn't keep doing the same thing with the same result, and, when my second round of worked, I felt like the whole office was cheering for us. They even asked to see the ultrasound pictures...which I'm sure they have seen a million tiny gray "kidney beans" on a piece of paper...but when it's your "gray kidney bean" it's pretty special. In short, my experience at Laurel Fertility was exceptional..The service was incredibly personalized and professional and Dr. Smikle and the entire office staff were always available (on the first ring of the phone) to answer any questions I had...I look froward to going back for baby number 2!

Dr. Smikle and the team at Laurel SF all knew me and my husband by name. The team, including Dr. Smikle, were always available by phone even during off hours. Monitoring appointments are scheduled at the patient's convenience instead of during windows of time each day.

Felt like a human because of one nurse who was always happy to see us, responded to my inquires in a timely manner.

I was given a treatment plan that seems very "standard"...not tailored specifically to me or my partner's unique situation.

I felt like a human because of his honesty and transparency explaining our treatments and circumstances regarding fertility.

He is kind, patient, explains what he is doing and why, empathizes with the emotional toll IVF takes on us, and makes himself available even on weekends.

He only talks to me for a few minutes, gives very little info, next to none. Not very warm or friendly, and acts like he could really care less whether I get pregnant or not.

I switched to seeing dr smikle after an unpleasant experience with a different clinic. I felt very supported and that he took my history of cancer and chemo much in to account. Him and his staff were very helpful in guiding and explaining decisions

Everything was fine. They were caring but also busy. They spent enough time to educate and see me.

He was very kind, heard my concerns and was open and honest.

Answered my questions, knew my history. Would have liked more explanations on protocols.

He was the only point of contact, no shuffling to the dr on call. He coordinated with my other doctors since I have other health issues, and he treated me like a WHOLE person. So different than the other places I tried.

He always took time to answer any and all questions I had at all my appointments. Went above and beyond to make me feel like there was still hope and to not give up.

Dr Smille is not warm but very direct

Dr Smikle was great! He talked about all the details, why he though we should do ivf. Also took into consideration my health problems. He was kind and considerate in his manner without being condescending - I really loved that.

It is a small office so you get very personalized attention. The staff is wonderful

It is a small office so you get very personalized attention. The staff is wonderful

He was friendly

Excellent care.

Dr. Smikle got to know me during my treatment at LFC and respected my preferences for information about my treatment and options.

I couldn't have asked for better care. It was a breath of fresh air finding someone who understood what we were going through, kind, compassionate, and answered all of our questions. They were available 24/7, they were prompt, efficient, and didn't waste a single second with us. They actually understood when I said we wanted at least 6 kids and wanted to start our big family right away, that we had tried unsuccessfully for a year and wanted something done. Having compared notes to women at other clinics, I can also honestly say that Laurel Fertility doesn't have you do any treatment that isn't necessary. I am extremely grateful that they did not force me to continue PIO shots into week 10 like many other clinics do. They truly put the comfort of their patients (and their bank accounts) first and foremost. The best perk were the nurses, all the women who worked with me were the sweetest girls, answered all of my questions, and were so friendly. While I'm thrilled our dream of conceiving came true, I am very sad to say goodbye to them until next year when we come back for our little popcicle babies. They take the most depressing, stressful time of your life, and turn it into a warm, rewarding experience. I absolutely love this clinic, I am so glad I was referred to them, I'll never go to anyone else.

I felt like he was completely invested in our journey to start a family. He honestly feels like family. I appreciated his knowledge and professionalism- but his bedside manner made me feel like he cared.