Farah Chuong
Fertility & IVF Center of Miami
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Medical SchoolUniversity of South Florida
ResidencyUniversity of South Florida
FellowshipJohns Hopkins
Miami
8950 N. Kendall Dr
Miami, FL 33176
(305) 596-4013
Miramar
12600 Pembroke Rd
Miramar, FL 33027
(305) 596-4013
Miami Beach
4308 Alton Rd
Miami Beach, FL 33140
(305) 596-4013
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6 assessments
7
7
Age
28 - 29
Treated
2018 - 2019
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
2 Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
Male Factor, PCOS
7
7
Dr. Chuong has an excellent bedside manner. She sincerely cares about her patients and truly wants what is best for them. She works tirelessly to achieve this. Some negative things about her are that she is overbooked at times and I am sometimes delayed in my treatment. Unfortunately, this is a huge setback in my care...used ovidrel because I had a previous chemical pregnancy which Dr. Chuong thinks it due to low progesterone. By using ovidrel, we can ensure that the egg was released and producing an ample amount of progesterone.
sometimes they [the nurses at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami] did not call me back the same day and I had to call them several times to let them know that I was starting my cycle. This became very frustrating...We do at least 2 ultrasounds a cycle - over $400 each ultrasound. Blood work 2-3 times. Blood work is $70 per each item drawn. Often, they draw more than one item per sample...The clinic is very organized when enrolling you as a new patient. However, when you are an actual patient there, you have to stay organized for yourself and make sure things are the way they are supposed to be - unfortunately. The staff is kind and friendly.
Age
28 - 29
Treated
2018 - 2019
Success with this Doc
?
Race
Ashkenazi Jewish
Income
$0 - $49K
Occupation
Nurse or HC Services
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
2 Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
Male Factor, PCOS
7
7
How was your experience with Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami?
Dr. Chuong has an excellent bedside manner. She sincerely cares about her patients and truly wants what is best for them. She works tirelessly to achieve this.
Some negative things about her are that she is overbooked at times and I am sometimes delayed in my treatment. Unfortunately, this is a huge setback in my care.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami?
She is excellent just to have a lot of patience for her office.
DO your own research. As much time as a doctor could spend with you, there is more to know and you are your own best advocate!
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami?
Dr. Chuong makes me feel like a human. She always has a warm smile on her face. She seems sincere about helping us. She also backs much of her decisions in evidence-based practice - which unfortunately many of her doctor partners do not.
Describe the protocols Farah Chuong used in your cycles at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami and their degree of success.
We used Femara because I have PCOS and research shows that Femara works better with PCOS. We also used ovidrel because I had a previous chemical pregnancy which Dr. Chuong thinks it due to low progesterone. By using ovidrel, we can ensure that the egg was released and producing an ample amount of progesterone.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami. (Assigned nurse: Denise)
At times I felt that the nursing staff was organized when the called me back the same day. However, sometimes they did not call me back the same day and I had to call them several times to let them know that I was starting my cycle. This became very frustrating.
I felt that the nursing staff has very little cultural competency and should take some courses to become more culturally competent. For example, many religions have family purity laws. When of the nurses on the phone scolded me for keeping them although it was not 100% adhering to the center's cycle guidelines. Furthermore, Dr. Chuong and I had an extensive conversation about it and were well aware. This shows also a tremendous lack of communication.
Again, for things that they are trained in like ultrasounds, blood work and etc - they are competent but things that would expect on a social level - like culturally competency and communication definitely needs A LOT of improvement.
Describe your experience with Fertility & IVF Center of Miami.
The clinic is very organized when enrolling you as a new patient. However, when you are an actual patient there, you have to stay organized for yourself and make sure things are the way they are supposed to be - unfortunately.
The staff is kind and friendly.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami.
Very expensive - unfortunately. Gd willing, it will be worth it!
We do at least 2 ultrasounds a cycle - over $400 each ultrasound.
Blood work 2-3 times. Blood work is $70 per each item drawn. Often, they draw more than one item per sample. Estimate of $280,
If we need another consultation $165.
Medications - ovidrel approx. $100
Femmara $8 (good rx)
progesterone $62
We are looking at over $1,400/cycle!
Describe Farah Chuong's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami.
N/A
What specific things went wrong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami?
- Failed to call in prescriptions to pharmacy
- Failed to call with results
- Failed to order appropriate test
- Failed to convey critical information
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10
10
Age
30
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
Male Factor
10
10
Since our infertility is due to a male factor, Dr. Chuong had us meet with a urologist to assess my husband's issue. ... As soon as you step into her office, it was such a calming feeling and she was excited to meet us and get to know our story. ... My sonogram was performed by the doctor herself and she walked me through every step and explained everything on the monitor. Every time after that, any tests that need to be performed in her office, have always been done by her.
The clinic is located in a hospital. The parking garage leads you straight to the clinic and it is easy to access. The answering service usually answers the calls and then will redirect you to the right person or nurse. ... They [nurses] return your calls same day, they are always willing to answer questions and if they are unsure, they will find out for you. The times we have gone to the clinic, they are all very welcoming and have made this a smooth process thus far.
Age
30
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
?
Race
Latino
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
Male Factor
10
10
How was your experience with Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami?
Dr. Chuong was recommended to us by my OBGYN. As soon as you step into her office, it was such a calming feeling and she was excited to meet us and get to know our story. We had already met with a urologist for my husband and were disappointed with the results. She immediately recommended a new urologist in which she works closely with and even offered to reach out to him personally, to see if we could get an earlier appointment. Once she asked us both questions for her review, she explained the process of IVF step by step. I had a list of questions in my head prior to meeting with her and she answered them all before I could even ask. Dr. Chuong did not hesitate in getting the ball rolling with the diagnostic workup. My husband and I started the tests that same day. My sonogram was performed by the doctor herself and she walked me through every step and explained everything on the monitor. Every time after that, any tests that need to be performed in her office, have always been done by her. She always greets us warmly and make us feel comfortable. My husband had a sperm analysis done in her office early one Friday morning and she called me personally that same day with the results.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami?
She does not take the easy way out. She is very meticulous and likes to cover every possibility. So have patience! This is a long journey and exploring all your options may result in something you never imagined.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami?
Dr. Chuong provided us with her email after our first consultation and told us if we had any questions or concerns, to reach out to her directly for answers. After my husbands sperm analysis, she personally called us to give us the results immediately.
Describe the protocols Farah Chuong used in your cycles at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami and their degree of success.
We are still in the early stages of the treatment cycle. Since our infertility is due to a male factor, Dr. Chuong had us meet with a urologist to assess my husband's issue. My husband will be having surgery this month and then we will revaluate the best course of action whether it be IUI or IVF.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nursing staff at the clinic is amazing. They return your calls same day, they are always willing to answer questions and if they are unsure, they will find out for you. The times we have gone to the clinic, they are all very welcoming and have made this a smooth process thus far.
Describe your experience with Fertility & IVF Center of Miami.
The clinic is located in a hospital. The parking garage leads you straight to the clinic and it is easy to access. The answering service usually answers the calls and then will redirect you to the right person or nurse. If you are unable to reach them and it is an emergency let the answering service know and they will try to connect you or send them an email to call you back as soon as possible.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami.
Our estimated cost for the IVF is approximately $40,000.00.
Describe Farah Chuong's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami.
Dr. Chuong did say at our initial meeting that she usually does single embryo transfers. She did say when we got to that point, we could further discuss the options.
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10
9
Age
34
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
5 IUI
Diagnosis
Anovulation, PCOS, Poor Egg Quality, Other
10
9
She [Dr. Farah Chuong] performs many of the tests herself which I loved. This includes the initial exam, the hysteroscopy, some of the US appointments and IUI procedures. This is uncommon from my previous experiences so I very much appreciate an involved physician. Also, I ask a ton of questions as I like to be very involved in my treatment plan. She is patient with me and answers EVERY single question. She makes sure I leave her office confident in the current plan and yet knowledgeable in the expectation part of it.
They [Fertility & IVF Centers of Miami] have coordinators that handle each individual aspect. For example one woman (Maria) handles the insurance side. She advocates for you based on what is covered and what isn’t. She automatically sends authorizations when required. She communicates every step with you and is easy to reach.... The nusing staff seems to be knowledgeable at each appointment. They share US results such as endometrial lining and follicle size. They let you see your results and explain what they are measuring, etc. Blood draws are pretty painless so that’s a plus as well :)
Age
34
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
?
Race
Other
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Nurse or HC Services
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
5 IUI
Diagnosis
Anovulation, PCOS, Poor Egg Quality, Other
10
9
How was your experience with Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami?
This is my first cycle with Dr. Chuong so we don’t know if this cycle has worked yet. However, I can say that she has been great so far. She performs many of the tests herself which I loved. This includes the initial exam, the hysteroscopy, some of the US appointments and IUI procedures. This is uncommon from my previous experiences so I very much appreciate an involved physician. Also, I ask a ton of questions as I like to be very involved in my treatment plan. She is patient with me and answers EVERY single question. She makes sure I leave her office confident in the current plan and yet knowledgeable in the expectation part of it.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami?
Ask all of your questions. She has a great bedside manner, is easy to talk to, and will give you honest answers.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami?
During my first visit with Dr. Chuong I felt very well educated with where we were currently and where we were headed in our treatment plan. During the first few US appointments I did not get to see the Doctor at all and I felt very disappointed in my progress and not educated on the expectations of the current treatment plan. I expressed this during my second visit and now she has been present at every subsequent visit.
Describe the protocols Farah Chuong used in your cycles at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami and their degree of success.
I was referred to this clinic because my previous RE did not practice IVF. I was told that we were at a point that we would benefit from visiting another clinic who did offer IVF as all the other options we tried had not produced a positive result yet.
We made an appointment to visit with her and start discussions while we were in the TWW. That cycle was all over the place for me and I ended up starting my period almost a week early. When we showed up at Dr. Chuong’s office we were told that there were numerous cysts left over from the gonadotropin cycle and that we were not good candidates to start IVF.
I explained that I did not want to lose a cycle and so she recommended that we wait a few days for my progesterone levels to drop and start a less invasive approach of 7.5 mg of Letrozole. I responded very slowly but finally produced 2 mature follicles (20 mm Amd 18 mm). We triggered on day 16 and IUI was on day 18. Not sure of the outcome for this cycle yet.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nusing staff seems to be knowledgeable at each appointment. They share US results such as endometrial lining and follicle size. They let you see your results and explain what they are measuring, etc. Blood draws are pretty painless so that’s a plus as well :)
Describe your experience with Fertility & IVF Center of Miami.
They have coordinators that handle each individual aspect. For example one woman (Maria) handles the insurance side. She advocates for you based on what is covered and what isn’t. She automatically sends authorizations when required. She communicates every step with you and is easy to reach.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami.
We have insurance coverage for some procedures such as US and bloodwork. Cost of IUI is $500 I believe.
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10
10
Age
32
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
IUI
Diagnosis
—
10
10
Dr. Chuong is very up to date with the latest in fertility treatment and explained everything to me step by step. She did a great job breaking down the process. I felt so comfortable speaking with her and I felt like she was invested in every step!... Dr. Chuong was very realistic and optimistic with my fertility options since I didn’t have a history of factors that would lend to infertility but my husband is a pilot and never home when I ovulate. We spoke about the option of Clomid
Very good location and very clean environment. Staff [Fertility & IVF Center of Miami] was professional. Parking was very easy and free. They have multiple locations which is convenient and are open on weekends which is great! Staff calls back within an hour which is great and everyone is easy to work with.... Very organized with great communication skills. Always responded promptly to any questions I would have.
Age
32
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Lawyer
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
IUI
Diagnosis
—
10
10
How was your experience with Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami?
Dr. Chuong is very up to date with the latest in fertility treatment and explained everything to me step by step. She did a great job breaking down the process. I felt so comfortable speaking with her and I felt like she was invested in every step!
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami?
Be open and honest beccause she definitely wants to help she has so much knowledge she can come come up with a plan that is tailored to your needs.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami?
Dr. Chuong is extremely personable and knowledgeable. She is very relatable and understood my fertility needs and came up with a plan that worked for my lifestyle. I am so grateful!
Describe the protocols Farah Chuong used in your cycles at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami and their degree of success.
Dr. Chuong was very realistic and optimistic with my fertility options since I didn’t have a history of factors that would lend to infertility but my husband is a pilot and never home when I ovulate. We spoke about the option of Clomid with natural inter course as well as freezing his sperm and doing IUI when I ovulate and weighed the pros and cons to both options.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami. (Assigned nurse: Marcia Hall-Humpherson)
Very organized with great communication skills. Always responded promptly to any questions I would have.
Describe your experience with Fertility & IVF Center of Miami.
Very good location and very clean environment. Staff was professional. Parking was very easy and free. They have multiple locations which is convenient and are open on weekends which is great! Staff calls back within an hour which is great and everyone is easy to work with.
Describe Farah Chuong's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami.
N/A
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10
10
Age
31
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
Male Factor
10
10
Dr. Choung took her time, she was very sweet. She collected a very detailed history on my husband and I and we did not feel in a rush. We were able to accomplish so much is a few short months.... She was very sweet and took her time. We did not feel in a rush at all. She sat with us and collected a complete medical history. We took our 10 year old along and she made sure to include him in the process and address him.
Very private and clean. The staff [Dr. Chuong] is friendly. The station where labs are drawn are clean. My husband went a few times to drop off and to do a sperm analysis and he said it was clean. Very close to parking, valet parking is also available. There is plenty of seating in the waiting room. Ultrasounds done by the dr.... the genetic counseling was about 3,000 out of pocket... [Nursing Staff] Very communicative, questions via phone answered in timely manner.
Age
31
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
?
Race
Latino
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Nurse or HC Services
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
Male Factor
10
10
How was your experience with Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami?
She was very sweet and took her time. We did not feel in a rush at all. She sat with us and collected a complete medical history. We took our 10 year old along and she made sure to include him in the process and address him.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami?
Trust the process
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami?
Dr. Choung took her time, she was very sweet. She collected a very detailed history on my husband and I and we did not feel in a rush. We were able to accomplish so much is a few short months.
Describe the protocols Farah Chuong used in your cycles at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami and their degree of success.
I don't know, my husband was referred to a urologist and he had a procedure done.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Very communicative, questions via phone answered in timely manner.
Describe your experience with Fertility & IVF Center of Miami.
Very private and clean. The staff is friendly. The station where labs are drawn are clean. My husband went a few times to drop off and to do a sperm analysis and he said it was clean. Very close to parking, valet parking is also available. There is plenty of seating in the waiting room. Ultrasounds done by the dr.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami.
It was covered by insurance mostly. After a few semen analysis we did pay for them and to drop off on Saturday was an extra fee. Also the genetic counseling was about 3,000 out of pocket
Describe Farah Chuong's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami.
Not that I remember
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10
10
Age
36 - 38
Treated
2017 - 2019
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
IVF
Diagnosis
Endometriosis, Unexplained
10
10
[Dr. Farah Chuong is] An amazing doctor- kind, rigorous, and attentive. Great hopes for the future!...Thorough and willing to change protocol, great attention to detail....She always responds to emails, is helpful with questions, and guides us through next steps. She keeps up with the latest research and consults with the other doctors regularly...I tried Chlomid, didn't work...[Eset approach] Single is better, positive chemical pregnancy rather than double and none.
Paperwork transfer [at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami] was not as easy...27,000 for two frozen embryo tries including egg retrieval...Great clinic, doctors are great. Wish fees were not so high. It's a long process so make sure you have social and emotional support along the way from friends, family, therapist, and acupuncturist. If you have a question, ask. They are great at explaining and learning from failures...She [nurse] did a great job with appointments and following up with questions.
Age
36 - 38
Treated
2017 - 2019
Success with this Doc
?
Race
South Asian
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Professor
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
IVF
Diagnosis
Endometriosis, Unexplained
10
10
How was your experience with Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami?
Thorough and willing to change protocol, great attention to detail. Prices are a bit high. She always responds to emails, is helpful with questions, and guides us through next steps. She keeps up with the latest research and consults with the other doctors regularly.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami?
Suggest a good therapist to help them along this journey.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami?
An amazing doctor- kind, rigorous, and attentive. Great hopes for the future!
Describe the protocols Farah Chuong used in your cycles at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami and their degree of success.
I tried Chlomid, didn't work.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami. (Assigned nurse: Theresa)
She did a great job with appointments and following up with questions.
Describe your experience with Fertility & IVF Center of Miami.
Great clinic, doctors are great. Wish fees were not so high. It's a long process so make sure you have social and emotional support along the way from friends, family, therapist, and acupuncturist. If you have a question, ask. They are great at explaining and learning from failures.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Farah Chuong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami.
27,000 for two frozen embryo tries including egg retrieval
Describe Farah Chuong's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami.
Single is better, positive chemical pregnancy rather than double and none.
What specific things went wrong at Fertility & IVF Center of Miami?
- Lost paperwork
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