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2020 - 2021, Successful
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Dr. Wheeler is extremely knowledgeable and really great at what she does. She always made sure to make sure we understood everything every step of the way...[she] only suggested a single embryo transfer. I understood the rationale and agreed...[she] felt we were great candidates for IVF, and really good candidates for IUI. IUI was a more affordable route so we decided to go with it. We did three IUI’s, all with letrozole and trigger shot
Morning monitoring [at RMA of Michigan] runs like a well oiled machine. All staff are always friendly and helpful. Whenever you need help scheduling an appointment, there’s always availability...My cost for IVF with ICSI was $12,000 and about $3,500 or so for my meds...[my nurse] has always been a great communicator and always showed compassion. [she] took care of me during my egg retrieval and had the absolute best bedside manner
How was your experience with Karen Wheeler at RMA of Michigan?
Dr. Wheeler is extremely knowledgeable and really great at what she does. She always made sure to make sure we understood everything every step of the way. We always felt we were in great care with Dr. Wheeler!
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Karen Wheeler at RMA of Michigan?
Ask all the questions, because you’ll get the most honest and accurate answer!
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Karen Wheeler at RMA of Michigan?
Dr. Wheeler was always warm and welcoming at every appointment, between monitoring up to transfer, she was great!
Describe the protocols Karen Wheeler used in your cycles at RMA of Michigan and their degree of success.
Dr. Wheeler felt we were great candidates for IVF, and really good candidates for IUI. IUI was a more affordable route so we decided to go with it. We did three IUI’s, all with letrozole and trigger shot. Our first IUI resulted in a pregnancy, but was unfortunately not inutero so we had to terminate. It was considered an ectopic pregnancy. Our second and third IUIs were unsuccessful. We then decided to move to IVF. Considering a clean family history and our age, Dr Wheeler felt IVF with ICSI was the most favorable option. We prepped for our first IVF cycle with stims. I responded well and we were able to get a favorable amount of eggs at retrieval. At day 5 we found out that had 7 total embryos that fertilized and made it. We would transfer a great graded embryo. Our transfer went great, and a week later we got our positive test! All was great, and baby was measuring well, heart beat was strong, and I graduated to my OB at 8weeks. At my first OB scan at 11weeks we found out baby stopped growing at just under 10weeks. I just had a hysteroscopy to remove some leftover tissue, and we’re meeting our doctor tomorrow for a consult on moving forward.
Describe your experience with your nurse at RMA of Michigan. (Assigned nurse: Lauren Citto)
Lauren is the most excellent nurse! From inception, Lauren has always been a great communicator and always showed compassion. Lauren took care of me during my egg retrieval and had the absolute best bedside manner. When we found out we were pregnant, Lauren celebrated our success. When we found out I miscarried, Lauren was the most compassionate and caring nurse. I couldn’t have asked for a better nurse! She’s truly the best!
Describe your experience with RMA of Michigan.
Morning monitoring runs like a well oiled machine. All staff are always friendly and helpful. Whenever you need help scheduling an appointment, there’s always availability. I feel lucky to be a patient at RMA. They truly care about their patients and show it in many ways!
Describe your experience with your monitoring appointments at RMA of Michigan.
Morning monitoring is great! At first, as a new patient, it felt very “quick” but after having a true understanding of the process at RMA, I completely understood. After morning monitoring, Doctors perform surgeries, nurses are needed for them, nurses have phone calls to make, bloodwork results need to be conveyed.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Karen Wheeler at RMA of Michigan.
My cost for IVF with ICSI was $12,000 and about $3,500 or so for my meds. BCBS doesn’t cover much, but some of the meds.
Describe Karen Wheeler's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at RMA of Michigan.
Dr. Wheeler only suggested a single embryo transfer. I understood the rationale and agreed. I also appreciated the reminder that “if for some reason this doesn’t work, you still have 6 more!”.
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