Ketan Patel
Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health
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Medical SchoolBJ Medical
ResidencyCook County Hosp
FellowshipUCSD
Phoenix (Closed)
2222 East Highland Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(480) 946-9900
Scottsdale
8573 East Princess Drive
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 946-9900
13 assessments
10
10
Age
35
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
1 IUI, 1 Embryo Freezing
Diagnosis
Unexplained
10
10
Dr. Patel is personable and kind. He is thorough but also doesn’t waste your time. He always asks if I have any questions and if I’m having any side effects or trouble with the treatment, injections, etc. i always feel like we have the same goal...When I go in with all my questions written down, I always come out with them all answered...I stimulated for 13 days. Ultrasound showed I had 15 follicles, but only 5 were retrieved. Of the 5, 4 were mature, 2 fertilized (ICSI) but not made it to day 5. Dr. Patel said my results were unexpected, given my overall good health and my age (35) my slow reaction to stimulation medication and low number of follicles and eggs was unexpected.
The lab [at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health] did not call with fertilization results. I had to call in. They called back quickly with the results and apologized for not calling on the day the Dr. had indicated they would...~$8k for IVF egg retrieval, PGT biopsy, ICSI, assisted hatch, including all monitoring (additional $500 for anesthesia)...I felt very comfortable there. Sometimes you have to wait for your appointment, maybe 15 minutes. Their Scottsdale office is in some kind of cellphone vortex, so you likely won’t have coverage while you are there and they don’t have open WiFi.
Age
35
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
No
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Engineer
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
1 IUI, 1 Embryo Freezing
Diagnosis
Unexplained
10
10
How was your experience with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Dr. Patel is personable and kind. He is thorough but also doesn’t waste your time. He always asks if I have any questions and if I’m having any side effects or trouble with the treatment, injections, etc. i always feel like we have the same goal.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
As with any doctor, wrote down your questions. Dr. Patel is willing to answer, but he can’t read your mind. When I go in with all my questions written down, I always come out with them all answered.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Dr. Patel took time to answer all our questions during our consultations. He explained the possible courses of treatment, possible outcomes, and reasons for possible out comes. He asks during every visit if I have additional questions and concerns and takes time to answer them.
Describe the protocols Ketan Patel used in your cycles at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health and their degree of success.
IVF egg retrieval for embryo cryopreservation
Menopur 150 IU
Follistim 300 IU (I also used Gonal-F because I needed more quickly and used a local pharmacy)
Ganrilex
I can’t remember the name of my trigger shot
My ovaries were slow to respond to stimulation medication. I stimulated for 13 days. Ultrasound showed I had 15 follicles, but only 5 were retrieved. Of the 5, 4 were mature, 2 fertilized (ICSI) but not made it to day 5.
Dr. Patel said my results were unexpected, given my overall good health and my age (35) my slow reaction to stimulation medication and low number of follicles and eggs was unexpected. He said one cycle is not enough to make a diagnosis of egg quality. Every body reacts differently and I could also be that we “pushed my ovaries too far” in simulating for so long.
We are taking a month off for my ovaries to recover. Next protocol Dr. Patel will replace Ganrilex (with Lupron, I think?) and also add a growth hormone to the protocol.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nurses are so nice and helpful. They help work out all the details of timing and medication.
My insurance does not cover any fertility treatment, so they ordered the minimum medication at first so, I wouldn’t have to pay for medicine I didn’t use if I didn’t need to stimulate longer. They really go above and beyond to help you deal with all the stresses of treatment.
Describe your experience with Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
The office is very simple and. It pretentious, which I appreciated. I felt very comfortable there. Sometimes you have to wait for your appointment, maybe 15 minutes.
Their Scottsdale office is in some kind of cellphone vortex, so you likely won’t have coverage while you are there and they don’t have open WiFi.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
~$8k for IVF egg retrieval, PGT biopsy, ICSI, assisted hatch, including all monitoring (additional $500 for anesthesia)
Describe Ketan Patel's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
Dr. Patel said he almost always only transfers a single embryo.
What specific things went wrong at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
- Failed to call with results
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Verified
This patient has provided documentation of treatment at this clinic.
9
9
Age
33
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
2 IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Male Factor, Poor Egg Quality
9
9
He [Dr. Ketan Patel] explained everything in detail and was very direct as to my specific situation. Always knew my name before I was even checked in...is a very good doctor. He doesn't beat around the bush. Although he may not always have bed side manner, I've always appreciated the bluntness so that I know exactly what he means. He has always seen me on time and explains everything in detail...If you are someone who is sensitive and is not 100% committed to hearing the facts as directly as possible, then he's probably not your doctor to see
They [nurses at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health] were all super nice. Not always on the same page but eventually would figure things out. Some were more responsive than others...I was never given the results of my testing for my embryo by the lab. I found out through the nurse when I was calling for my follow up. Who had to notify there was no need to rush for another appointment since my embryo was abnormal...Once I began treatment I had to pay 7500 for all future appointments that included ultra sounds, labs, and visits till my retrieval. I also had to pay and additional 500 the day of my retrieval for the anesthesia. When i did my first transfer i paid 1700 for the labs. Appointments, and transfer.
Age
33
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
No
Race
Latino
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
2 IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Male Factor, Poor Egg Quality
9
9
How was your experience with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Dr. Patel is a very good doctor. He doesn't beat around the bush. Although he may not always have bed side manner, I've always appreciated the bluntness so that I know exactly what he means. He has always seen me on time and explains everything in detail.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
If you are someone who is sensitive and is not 100% committed to hearing the facts as directly as possible, then he's probably not your doctor to see.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
He explained everything in detail and was very direct as to my specific situation. Always knew my name before I was even checked in.
Describe the protocols Ketan Patel used in your cycles at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health and their degree of success.
My 1st protocol was starting on birth control pills for 14 days prior to me starting my stimulation medication. Once i started, i was on 2 vials of Menupur daily for 8 days. 300 mg of gonal f for 8 days. The last 3 days we added cetritide. After that i did my trigger shot.
My 2nd retrieval consisted of taking 2 mg estrace the month before along with 1 pump of testosterone gel. The last week before my cycle, i started on 200 mg capsules of progesterone. Once i began my cylce, i was take 2 vials of Menupur, 300 mg of gonal f, 10 mcg of omnitrope, and 1 pill of the dexamethasone. Last 3 days before retrieval I started cetritide. Then did my trigger shot and started my antibiotic.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
They were all super nice. Not always on the same page but eventually would figure things out. Some were more responsive than others.
Describe your experience with Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
This clinic is very warm and inviting. All the staff are very nice and knowledgeable. They have 2 locations and both are less than five minutes from the freeway. Unfortunately both locations are located in the east valley so if you live out west it might not be that convenient but I feel it's worth the drive.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
My initial appointments and labs were covered. Once I began treatment I had to pay 7500 for all future appointments that included ultra sounds, labs, and visits till my retrieval. I also had to pay and additional 500 the day of my retrieval for the anesthesia. When i did my first transfer i paid 1700 for the labs. Appointments, and transfer.
What specific things went wrong at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
- Failed to call with results
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10
10
Age
29
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
—
Diagnosis
Male Factor, PCOS, Poor Egg Quality
10
10
I had an accident where I dropped my Lupron trigger vial and it shattered into a million pieces. I called him, ugly crying my eyes out. Dr.Patel reassured me we would do everything possible to ensure my cycle did not get interrupted. He stayed up late praying for me that my levels would be okay...He has come in on Easter Sunday for me when I needed monitoring appointments. I cannot say enough about this man and how amazing he is.
I could write a book about Doreen [nurse at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health]. As much as I love [Dr.] Patel, she is a HUGE part of why I love their clinic. She goes WAYY ABOVE AND BEYOND...We did not have coverage the whole cycle and the clinic did everything possible to work with us on billing needs...Everyone is so compassionate and caring, they ensure I am satisfied and leave happy each time. I will forever refer all my friends to them for any infertility need! From the front desk gals who verify benefits, to the nursing staff and provider himself, this staff is one of a kind!
Age
29
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$0 - $49K
Occupation
Operations
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
—
Diagnosis
Male Factor, PCOS, Poor Egg Quality
10
10
How was your experience with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
He is an amazing physician. He is very personable and takes the time to see me on each visit. He explains all risks and possibilities so that I am fully prepared for what is coming. I had an accident where I dropped my Lupron trigger vial and it shattered into a million pieces. I called him, ugly crying my eyes out. Dr.Patel reassured me we would do everything possible to ensure my cycle did not get interrupted. He stayed up late praying for me that my levels would be okay. You cannot ask that of a doctor, and will never find that with others.
He has come in on Easter Sunday for me when I needed monitoring appointments. I cannot say enough about this man and how amazing he is.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
He may seem a little cut and dry at first but do not let this scare you off. He means well and has the absolute best intentions for all his patients. He takes pride in what he does and ensures all his patients get the best care he can give them. You won't find a better doctor!
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
He takes my calls all hours of the night. I shattered my Lupron trigger vial, on accident. He sat on the phone with me almost 20 minutes letting me cry and assured me it would be okay. He also stayed up late praying for me that nothing would happen to my cycle because of my accident. He is the best doctor I could ask for..
Describe the protocols Ketan Patel used in your cycles at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health and their degree of success.
I am not sure of the protocol names, but he monitored me closely to avoid OHSS.
I did menopur 75 iu per day, gonal started at 200 iu, but bumped up to 300 iu in my cycle to help my ovaries stimulate more, he prescrived dexomethazone and cetrotide as well. I did these during my stims.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health. (Assigned nurse: Dorren)
I could write a book about Doreen. As much as I love Patel, she is a HUGE part of why I love their clinic. She goes WAYY ABOVE AND BEYOND. Who do you think was there on Easter Sunday with him doing my scan and labs? HER! She responds to my insane late night messages and 911 texts. She puts me at ease and calls to check up on me. She is a saint.
Describe your experience with Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
They are an awesome clinic. I got to the Scottsdale location which is a bit small compared to other offices I've seen but does not lack in quality. Sometimes smaller is better, but their staff are phenomenal! Everyone is so compassionate and caring, they ensure I am satisfied and leave happy each time. I will forever refer all my friends to them for any infertility need!
From the front desk gals who verify benefits, to the nursing staff and provider himself, this staff is one of a kind!
Describe the costs associated with your care under Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
It was cheap for my OOP costs. I worked a second job during this to qualify for Starbucks insurance to help with costs of some of the procedures. We did not have coverage the whole cycle and the clinic did everything possible to work with us on billing needs.
Describe Ketan Patel's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
He is very conservative and does all his planning to give his patients the best results.
I am in the middle of my first IVF cycle so am not sure how many I will transfer. I want 2, he recommends 1. We agreed it would depend on my egg quality after retrieval and how the embryos came back. He is very reasonable, but has my best interest at heart, so ultimately I will trust him.
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8
8
Age
34
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
2 IUI
Diagnosis
Anovulation, Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Poor Egg Quality
8
8
I think Dr. Patel is very knowledgeable and a great resource for information. He is open to questions and makes you feel like there is hope for you no matter what your situation is...The only thing that bothered me is that Dr. Patel never sat down with me and went over my treatment plan in a sense that how aggressive my plan will be what I should expect the side effects of injections and all thing that I need to know going into IVF for the first time.
Because they [staff at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health] are busy and have alot of patients sometimes it seems like they are just doing routine work without considering that this may be the patient's first time going through this and they might need alittle more hand holding...organization is a weakness [of the nurses]. They also should be more proactive as well...IVF retrieval with ICSI and PGS testing biopsy is $8000. FET is $2000
Age
34
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
?
Race
Prefer not to answer
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
3rd of 3 Docs
Treatment
2 IUI
Diagnosis
Anovulation, Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Poor Egg Quality
8
8
How was your experience with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
I think Dr. Patel is very knowledgeable and a great resource for information. He is open to questions and makes you feel like there is hope for you no matter what your situation is. I enjoy seeing Dr. Patel and I would recommend him to anyone.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Make sure you ask questions and do your research. Come with suggestions and options that you would like to have on the table. Sometimes if you dont ask, they wont tell you.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Because they are busy and have alot of patients sometimes it seems like they are just doing routine work without considering that this may be the patient's first time going through this and they might need alittle more hand holding. Just because its the clinic has done this a million time, it might be the patients first. So I think it is important to keep that in mind and make sure they all patient information has been reviewed before meeting with the patient. I still have some tests results that the Dr. never discussed with me.
Describe the protocols Ketan Patel used in your cycles at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health and their degree of success.
I am going through a cycle now. Will be starting my injections soon. The only thing that bothered me is that Dr. Patel never sat down with me and went over my treatment plan in a sense that how aggressive my plan will be what I should expect the side effects of injections and all thing that I need to know going into IVF for the first time.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
organization is a weakness. They also should be more proactive as well.
Describe your experience with Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
The staff is nice but a bit disorganized. I kind of had to be on top of my appointments and making sure they are scheduled ahead of time. Also, attention to detail is lacking a bit at the office. When I first went to them, it took them a really long time to send me my treatment plan and I had to call and ask for it multiple times. It would have been nice to have them reach out to me with that information without me chasing it down.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
IVF retrieval with ICSI and PGS testing biopsy is $8000. FET is $2000
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10
10
Age
29 - 30
Treated
2018 - 2019
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
IVF, Donor Eggs
Diagnosis
Anovulation, Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Poor Egg Quality, Tubal Blockage, Other
10
10
At 29 it is not easy to hear that menopause is happening within a few years. Not only that but both tubes were blocked, hormones are awful and at my young age my egg reserve was extremely low. My husband and I were treated with great respect and met with Dr. Patel himself at every appointment. ... Dr. Patel broke the news very gently knowing that I would not take it very easy. He even took the time to take go over the diagnosis in 2 appointments so we would fully understand.
I believe the office as met every expectation we had. I work in the medical field so I also understand the work flow behind the scene that makes clinics work. The practice is small and I am thankful for that. You get more one on one care. ... Bonnie is incredible. She has been available to use and our egg donor after hours and has answered all of our questions. I am amazed at how polite and compassion she has for us and her work. She is very willing to help in any way she can.
Age
29 - 30
Treated
2018 - 2019
Success with this Doc
?
Race
Other
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Nurse or HC Services
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
IVF, Donor Eggs
Diagnosis
Anovulation, Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Poor Egg Quality, Tubal Blockage, Other
10
10
How was your experience with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
At 29 it is not easy to hear that menopause is happening within a few years. Not only that but both tubes were blocked, hormones are awful and at my young age my egg reserve was extremely low. My husband and I were treated with great respect and met with Dr. Patel himself at every appointment. He would spend as much time as he would need to go over the findings as well as the next steps. I would frequently met with his wonderful staff right after where they would go in depth about money and options available to me. His team would answer questions after hours and never made me feel like the questions I had were not appropriate. He took the time to make sure I knew that certain paths would not be worth it for me and our wallets which was a huge relief. We felt like he was human and not just a doctor out to make money. Dr. Patel is a miracle in our journey.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Ask as many questions that you would need. Be patient in the waiting room and know that he is behind because he cares about his patients.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
my husband and were nervous going to a doctor in Scottsdale due to the clientele around the area. We're both hardworking people, so my husband shows up in a grease stained shirt and me in scrubs. Not once were we looked down on for our income. We were treated with the most respect we have seen. Dr. Patel broke the news very gently knowing that I would not take it very easy. He even took the time to take go over the diagnosis in 2 appointments so we would fully understand.
Describe the protocols Ketan Patel used in your cycles at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health and their degree of success.
We are just beginning our journey of IVF Egg Donor. My donor has just been approved and will be here in April for further testing.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health. (Assigned nurse: Bonnie)
Bonnie is incredible. She has been available to use and our egg donor after hours and has answered all of our questions. I am amazed at how polite and compassion she has for us and her work. She is very willing to help in any way she can.
Describe your experience with Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
I really haven't found a weakness. I believe the office as met every expectation we had. I work in the medical field so I also understand the work flow behind the scene that makes clinics work. The practice is small and I am thankful for that. You get more one on one care.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
I am going through a known donor and I was quoted 12,000
Describe Ketan Patel's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
My doctor does one egg transfers at a time if they are good quality and multiple if the quality is low
What specific things went wrong at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
- Failed to send your chart to another clinic
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7
7
Age
40
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
IUI, 1 IVF, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
Unexplained
7
7
Dr. Patel is very straight-forward and almost discouraging in setting expectations for success. He was set on not beginning the process for egg retrieval until my thyroid hit a certain number, but I read the studies he sent me and showed him that my thyroid level was good for egg retrieval and so he finally agreed to go forward after months of delay based on that. Since he agreed with me, he was very clear to warn that we may have no eggs much less embryos since we went forward without reaching his ideal thyroid number.
Weakness is their [AZ Associates for Reproductive Health] phone system. You have to know the extensions to the front desk or anyone otherwise you're automatically sent to a recording service. It's frustrating for sure. Another weakness is their 3rd party billing company sends bills automatically even if they are paid before the bills are sent. I have had to call to make sure it has been paid and cleared in their system and they always verify even though I receive the same bill after payment. There's a disconnect or way too long a time lapse between them and their billing company.
Age
40
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
?
Race
Other
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
IUI, 1 IVF, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
Unexplained
7
7
How was your experience with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Dr. Patel is very straight-forward and almost discouraging in setting expectations for success. He was set on not beginning the process for egg retrieval until my thyroid hit a certain number, but I read the studies he sent me and showed him that my thyroid level was good for egg retrieval and so he finally agreed to go forward after months of delay based on that. Since he agreed with me, he was very clear to warn that we may have no eggs much less embryos since we went forward without reaching his ideal thyroid number. I acknowledged his warning and we went forward and I now have 4 frozen embryos. He is a nice man and very knowledgeable but stubborn and very much "by the book" which is both good and bad. He is always very professional and courteous when I see him.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Be patient but also advocate for yourself.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Dr. Patel was very careful not to get my hopes up on starting with IVF immediately as we awaited insurance approval. His support staff are great, but there's a lot of time delay in getting things done and communication was not good in the beginning. I did not feel like a number, because he definitely did not rush things but at times I did not feel like a human being, because he is very insistent on getting things done by a checklist of requirements that seemed never-ending and almost impossible to meet. He is very professional and I appreciate his knowledge and professionalism.
Describe the protocols Ketan Patel used in your cycles at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health and their degree of success.
I was on 150 menopur and 300 gonal-f for 10 days and then 10,000 hcg trigger. It effectively allowed us to successfully create 4 frozen embryos.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health. (Assigned nurse: Bonnie)
There was a lot of miscommunication in the beginning with the staff and me. It got better after I expressed my dissatisfaction. One big thing was in the beginning the nurse told me my blood work was all good to move forward and when I went for the appointment the Dr. told me it was not so that was another delay and a big waste of time and resources for both myself and the clinic because they did an unnecessary ultrasound since they had my results and could have avoided the ultrasound. They did not bill me for that visit because I complained about it. That was a huge mistake but nothing like that has happened again after I made sure to follow up on my own results and understand what the lab tests meant on my own.
The nursing staff personally are wonderful and friendly and have dealt with me on my worst days with compassion and empathy so that always made me feel better. This journey is stressful and the hormones magnify the emotions so I'm sure they deal with it all but they have handled me in an excellent manner when it comes to emotionally and the stress.
Describe your experience with Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
Weakness is their phone system. You have to know the extensions to the front desk or anyone otherwise you're automatically sent to a recording service. It's frustrating for sure. Another weakness is their 3rd party billing company sends bills automatically even if they are paid before the bills are sent. I have had to call to make sure it has been paid and cleared in their system and they always verify even though I receive the same bill after payment. There's a disconnect or way too long a time lapse between them and their billing company.
Clinics strength is they have an amazing lab with a lab director and I think this is probably more important than the doctor when it comes to IVF. I had lots of trouble in the beginning with communication and timing but when it came down to actual egg retrieval procedure and reports from the lab, it was all smooth and excellent.
The offices are always clean and the operating room and lab are all in the same building which is convenient.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
I don't know because we have insurance coverage. This clinic is part of the centers of excellence. We have spent most of our deductible from our visits and fertility medication.
Describe Ketan Patel's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
He is a one embryo only transfer doctor.
What specific things went wrong at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
- Failed to call with results
- Failed to inform you of changes in protocol
- Provided conflicting information
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This patient has provided documentation of treatment at this clinic.
0
3
Age
29
Treated
2016
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
4 IUI, 2 IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Male Factor, Unexplained
0
3
Dr. Patel was always cold toward me. In fact, he was much warmer and made a lot more eye contact with my husband. Every time he came into a monitoring appointment or an actual IUI, he had forgotten when he last saw me and how many IUI's I had already done. He also forgot what information he had told me at the last appointment. He never stayed long enough to answer my questions and actually made a comment to me about the amount of questions I had the one time he listened to them.
The nursing staff [at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health] was kind and friendly. No complaints there.... The front office woman is phenomenal. She is really compassionate and nice to speak to. The office is small and needs some updating /refurbishing.... I did three IUI's with Dr. Patel. The first round I took Clomid, had three follicles grow but my lining was thin. The next round I was switched to Femara, had two follicles grow, good lining but still negative result. The third IUI was canceled due to a cyst, so we tried again the next month and only had one follicle grow. Also a negative result.
Age
29
Treated
2016
Success with this Doc
No
Race
European
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 2 Docs
Treatment
4 IUI, 2 IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Male Factor, Unexplained
0
3
How was your experience with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Dr. Patel seemed to not care about me or the situation I was in. He was very cold when telling my husband and I that we had a less than 5% chance of ever conceiving naturally. He had absolutely no opinion or suggestions as to what vitamins and supplements I should be taking to increase my chances and improve egg quality. When he spoke to us, he talked to and made eye contact with my husband but rarely with me, even though the treatment was centered around me! He didn't seem to care about the results of each treatment. There was no way I would have stayed and done ivf with him.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
He is the typical cold, no bedside manner doctor. If you want a doctor that shows little compassion and just focuses on treating you, he's your guy. If you want anything more, go somewhere else.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Dr. Patel was always cold toward me. In fact, he was much warmer and made a lot more eye contact with my husband. Every time he came into a monitoring appointment or an actual IUI, he had forgotten when he last saw me and how many IUI's I had already done. He also forgot what information he had told me at the last appointment. He never stayed long enough to answer my questions and actually made a comment to me about the amount of questions I had the one time he listened to them.
Describe the protocols Ketan Patel used in your cycles at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health and their degree of success.
I did three IUI's with Dr. Patel. The first round I took Clomid, had three follicles grow but my lining was thin. The next round I was switched to Femara, had two follicles grow, good lining but still negative result. The third IUI was canceled due to a cyst, so we tried again the next month and only had one follicle grow. Also a negative result.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nursing staff was kind and friendly. No complaints there.
Describe your experience with Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
The front office woman is phenomenal. She is really compassionate and nice to speak to. The office is small and needs some updating /refurbishing.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
The IUI's totaled to about $1200 for each one.
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7
8
Age
29
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
—
7
8
Dr. Patel was honest and straight to the point. I didn’t always understand what we were doing or why we were doing it - which wasn’t my preferred way to handle it- but they always answered my questions when I asked them directly...We used an antagonist protocol with extended birth control pill use beforehand. We tried this method first I believe because it is the standard approach at this clinic for good results with minimal risk of OHSS.
The clinic [Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health] did not personalize the cycle to my test results and history so a lot of mistakes were made. However, the doctor and nurses gave me their personal contact information to ask questions and that made me feel like more of a human being...We used an antagonist protocol with extended birth control pill use beforehand. We tried this method first I believe because it is the standard approach at this clinic for good results with minimal risk of OHSS.
Age
29
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
No
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
—
7
8
How was your experience with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Dr. Patel was honest and straight to the point. I didn’t always understand what we were doing or why we were doing it - which wasn’t my preferred way to handle it- but they always answered my questions when I asked them directly.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Make sure you advocate for yourself. Understand what your options are and don’t be afraid to ask questions.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
The clinic did not personalize the cycle to my test results and history so a lot of mistakes were made.
However, the doctor and nurses gave me their personal contact information to ask questions and that made me feel like more of a human being.
Describe the protocols Ketan Patel used in your cycles at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health and their degree of success.
We used an antagonist protocol with extended birth control pill use beforehand. We tried this method first I believe because it is the standard approach at this clinic for good results with minimal risk of OHSS.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health. (Assigned nurse: Bonnie)
My nurse was fantastic in speaking with me but I am not sure we were proceeding with the best protocol for me and my body specifically.
Describe your experience with Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
I chose this clinic because it was smaller with good success rates and because I didn’t want to feel like a number. I’m not sure this was the case in the end but I if I get pregnant in the end with this clinic’s great success rates, everything else will be worth it.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
Base treatment for IVF $6500
Anaesthesiologist $500
Biopsy fee for testing $1300
FET $3500
What specific things went wrong at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
- Failed to inform you of changes in protocol
- Failed to convey critical information
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10
10
Age
42 - 48
Treated
2005 - 2011
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
12 IUI, 2 IVF, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
—
10
10
Dr. Patel was very open to my trying to conceive as a single woman. I felt he genuinely wanted me to have a child, but given that I was older was very clear about my changes. But he also kept me hopeful that I would achieve success. I loved that he took the time to explain everything to me clearly and made sure I understood what everything was for and what the results meant...He adjusted his treatment in response to my body's reaction to previous cycles. He was very abreast of the latest in fertility treatments and actually the cycle I got pregnant he was trying a different approach because of things he had just read about in the medical journals.
The doctors and nurses are top notch. And their embryologist is absolutely excellent. This makes a huge difference in a fertility clinic. I highly recommend AZARH to anyone needing assistance with fertility treatment...He [Dr. Patel] was fairly straight forward with me, because I was older my changes were less, but he was still hopeful and aggressive with his treatment. And he did things because of medical knowledge and experience. I was very pleased with his overall approach and his results.
Age
42 - 48
Treated
2005 - 2011
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
3rd of 3 Docs
Treatment
12 IUI, 2 IVF, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
—
10
10
How was your experience with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
I genuinely got to know and admire Dr. Patel. He was extremely caring and very good at what he did. He adjusted his treatment in response to my body's reaction to previous cycles. He was very abreast of the latest in fertility treatments and actually the cycle I got pregnant he was trying a different approach because of things he had just read about in the medical journals. I do and have recommended Dr. Patel to friends.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Listen to him. He knows his stuff. He was fairly straight forward with me, because I was older my changes were less, but he was still hopeful and aggressive with his treatment. And he did things because of medical knowledge and experience. I was very pleased with his overall approach and his results.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Dr. Patel was very open to my trying to conceive as a single woman. I felt he genuinely wanted me to have a child, but given that I was older was very clear about my changes. But he also kept me hopeful that I would achieve success. I loved that he took the time to explain everything to me clearly and made sure I understood what everything was for and what the results meant.
Describe your experience with Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
The doctors and nurses are top notch. And their embryologist is absolutely excellent. This makes a huge difference in a fertility clinic. I highly recommend AZARH to anyone needing assistance with fertility treatment.
Describe Ketan Patel's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
I had failed to conceive several times, IUI and IVF, because I was older and was using donor sperm. My eggs appeared good, though, so he was willing to help me. I was very lucky when two of my embryos took.
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9
9
Age
27
Treated
2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
PCOS
9
9
Dr. Patel is a very busy man, because he is so good at what he does. He often was short and consise with what he was saying, but whenever i had further questions, he did take the time to answer them.... At first I struggled with him because he is not very emotional, however once I realized how knowledgeable he was, that no longer mattered to me. We had several setbacks due to my bodies response to the medicines, and i appareciated his honesty and the way he led us thru that time.
I enjoyed the clinic [AZ Associates for Reproductive Health-Scottsdale]. They were very organized, clean, and welcoming. I felt comfortable whenever I was there and trusted that they were handling everything correctly. I appreciated that they worked with an acupuncturist and allowed him to be present the day is the transfer.... The nurses were amazing and compassionate and made up for Dr. Patel’s missing emotion and compassion throughout the process. They really complemented each other.
Age
27
Treated
2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
Ashkenazi Jewish
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
PCOS
9
9
How was your experience with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Dr. Patel is an incredible doctor. I trust him tremendously. At first I struggled with him because he is not very emotional, however once I realized how knowledgeable he was, that no longer mattered to me. We had several setbacks due to my bodies response to the medicines, and i appareciated his honesty and the way he led us thru that time.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
If you need an emotional doctor, he may not be the right fit.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Dr. Patel is a very busy man, because he is so good at what he does. He often was short and consise with what he was saying, but whenever i had further questions, he did take the time to answer them.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health. (Assigned nurse: Tabitha)
The nurses were amazing and compassionate and made up for Dr. Patel’s missing emotion and compassion throughout the process. They really complemented each other.
Describe your experience with Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
I enjoyed the clinic. They were very organized, clean, and welcoming. I felt comfortable whenever I was there and trusted that they were handling everything correctly. I appreciated that they worked with an acupuncturist and allowed him to be present the day is the transfer.
Describe Ketan Patel's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
Dr. Patel prefers to transfer one embryo I believe.
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10
10
Age
34
Treated
2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
3 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Unexplained
10
10
Dr. Patel is a wonderful doctor. He is straight forward, but not harsh. He is not a hand holder, but always made me feel comfortable. He is brilliant and I trust him implicitly. He had a game plan from our first meeting, which made me feel confident we were right to change doctors.... Dr. Patel is not your shoulder to cry on. He is going to be straight forward and serious about your treatment. Trust him.
I loved my nurses [at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health]! They were always warm and friendly, they made me feel like we were a team. We were all in it together. I miss seeing them, to be honest.... [They were] Usually on time, never had to wait too long Worked with you on payments... Dr. Patel and his staff were always personable and warm, I never felt like a number. I had to remind them of certain things, like my age and a few background details, but I expected that.
Age
34
Treated
2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Marketer or PR
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
3 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Unexplained
10
10
How was your experience with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Dr. Patel is a wonderful doctor. He is straight forward, but not harsh. He is not a hand holder, but always made me feel comfortable. He is brilliant and I trust him implicitly. He had a game plan from our first meeting, which made me feel confident we were right to change doctors.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
This is an extremely emotional time. Dr. Patel is not your shoulder to cry on. He is going to be straight forward and serious about your treatment. Trust him.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Dr. Patel and his staff were always personable and warm, I never felt like a number. I had to remind them of certain things, like my age and a few background details, but I expected that.
Describe the protocols Ketan Patel used in your cycles at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health and their degree of success.
I can't remember anything out of the norm for an IVF cycle (I did Google the drugs I was ion and nothing came up as abnormal).
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
I loved my nurses! They were always warm and friendly, they made me feel like we were a team. We were all in it together. I miss seeing them, to be honest.
Describe your experience with Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
Usually on time, never had to wait too long
Worked with you on payments
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10
10
Age
32 - 33
Treated
2012 - 2013
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
3 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Poor Egg Quality
10
10
I like that he was brutally honest with me that my chances of conceiving were small but also gave me enough hope to keep trying. He told me "I've seen miracles happen" - and my son was our miracle.
Dr. Patel knew who I was and saw me on each visit. He was not rushed and took his time with me...[The nursing staff] remembered me and my story.
Age
32 - 33
Treated
2012 - 2013
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$200K - $499K
Occupation
Lawyer
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
3 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Poor Egg Quality
10
10
How was your experience with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
He is an extraordinary physician. I trusted him entirely. I like that he was brutally honest with me that my chances of conceiving were small but also gave me enough hope to keep trying. He told me "I've seen miracles happen" - and my son was our miracle.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Ask questions if you don't understand. The medical terminology and his explanations were sometimes hard to follow, but I followed up with questions to my satisfaction.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
Dr. Patel knew who I was and saw me on each visit. He was not rushed and took his time with me.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
They remembered me and my story.
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This patient has provided documentation of treatment at this clinic.
10
10
Age
33 - 39
Treated
2007 - 2013
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
5 IVF
Diagnosis
—
10
10
[Dr. Ketan Patel] was friendly, funny, empathetic...He was kind and wonderful every step of the way through a really stressful time in our lives. He walked us through decisions and provided lots of information. I couldn’t have asked for a better doctor...He strongly recommended transferring 1 or 2...after our first successful cycle-I responded better with the agonist protocol...just ask because he’s very open to answering questions.
[Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health was] Clean, friendly-always a smile to greet you. Good magazines in the wait room. We never had to wait too long-no more than 5-10 minutes. The entire staff was kind and empathetic. I’m so glad we found them...[Dr. Ketan Patel] was friendly, funny, empathetic...He was kind and wonderful every step of the way through a really stressful time in our lives. He walked us through decisions and provided lots of information. I couldn’t have asked for a better doctor...He strongly recommended transferring 1 or 2...after our first successful cycle-I responded better with the agonist protocol...just ask because he’s very open to answering questions.
Age
33 - 39
Treated
2007 - 2013
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$200K - $499K
Occupation
Teacher
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
5 IVF
Diagnosis
—
10
10
How was your experience with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
He was kind and wonderful every step of the way through a really stressful time in our lives. He walked us through decisions and provided lots of information. I couldn’t have asked for a better doctor.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
If you don’t understand something just ask because he’s very open to answering questions.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health?
He was friendly, funny, empathetic.
Describe the protocols Ketan Patel used in your cycles at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health and their degree of success.
After our first successful cycle-I responded better with the agonist protocol.
Describe your experience with Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
Clean, friendly-always a smile to greet you. Good magazines in the wait room. We never had to wait too long-no more than 5-10 minutes. The entire staff was kind and empathetic. I’m so glad we found them.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Ketan Patel at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
7000-11000
Describe Ketan Patel's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health.
He strongly recommended transferring 1 or 2
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