Linda Sung

Dr. Sung has a cheery personality and lots of optimism. She was always upfront with everything and explained every step along the way. She always provided information to back up what she said. She answered every question I ever had and I always felt more confident after speaking with her. She gave us enough time with her, no matter how busy the office was. Highly recommend her!!

Ask her anything you want. She will answer everything!

No matter how busy they were, Dr. Sung always gave us the time that we needed. She was very upfront about every step of the process. Despite my pessimism, she was always upbeat and optimistic while also being realistic and explaining what may or may not happen. She answered every question I ever had and never made me feel bad about anything I ever said. I loved her demeanor and her optimism.

The nurses at Reproductive Specialists were sweet and kind. They seemed like they genuinely cared for every visit I was there. I was often anxious and they would always be positive and optimistic which made me feel a lot better. They never seem to get tired despite their long hours. I’m constantly impressed with them and their ability to keep a room full of worried women calm and relatively happy. It’s really a testament to these nurses that the facility runs so smoothly and efficiently.

They are very busy all the time. However, all of the employees are kind and helpful and many went out of their way to offer me support. The facility itself is fairly large and very comfortable. There was a lot of waiting involved for each visit because of the volume of patients, but I always felt well taken care of. Everyone there genuinely seems to care about your well being.

Standard ivf costs.

I’m young and the embryos that they got were supposedly very good. Dr. Sung recommended one embryo being transferred since my chance of twins were so high. I requested two be transferred and after evaluating my health, she said it was fine. Currently 7wks with two!

Linda Sung is an excellent reproductive endocrinologist. She fully explained all procedures and risks. She was delicately blunt with all results. She always had a plan and options no matter what our results were. She had a terrific bedside manner. We always felt comfortable with her.

Our original diagnosis was unexplained fertility. We tried cycles just using blood test to detect ovulation, cycles using clomid without assistance, cycles using clomid with IUI, cycles using fertility injections with IUI, and cycles using fertility injections with IVF. We did a total of 12 IUI's and 3 IVF cycles. In the end it was determined, that I have poor egg quality.

During your visits, you didn't always see a doctor but you always saw a nurse. You didn't see the same nurse each time. Usually you saw a different nurse every time. Overall the nurse staff was very nice and compassionate. However I flung the nursing staff didn't always communicate fully each step or what to expect. I learned to be my own advocate and ask multiple questions until I fully understood what was happening. The nurses were always patient and always answered each question but sometimes didn't offer information I expected unless I asked for it.

The clinic has moved to a computerized record system within the last year. The positive is now there is an online patient portal which has all your information as long as they diligently input the info. The negative is that the clinic has lost some of its personal touch. It's a large practice with 3 doctors and it wasn't the most intimate of offices but after using the computers, it lost that personal touch a little bit more.

Unfortunately my insurance did not cover infertility treatment except for standard lab bloodwork. All procedures, cycles, monitoring, visits were out of pocket. IUI's cost me $995 each for low global monitoring and my IVF cycles averaged about $15,000 each. I believe costs have increased now.

Dr Sung really took the time in our consultation appointments to talk with me and go over any concerns or questions I had. She seemed to have a more conservative approach but she was always very nice and caring.

The portal system doesn't always work so make sure you are in top of checking it if you are waiting for instructions.

Dr Sung really seemed like she cares about her patients and their desire to have a family. The nurses and the front desk people all were really nice and took the time to learn everyone's names. They all seem to care about the patients

Dr Sung started me on chlomit for the first 8 or 9 cycles. One cycle I was switched to a different pill that was similar to chlomit but it was just to see if maybe my body responded to this brand better. After that we switched to injections. Gonal F, medipure & gonerellx. I did HCG injections for all 13 cycles of IUI.

The nursing staff was very nice. They seemed to care about the patient and really tried to be as helpful as they could be.

The office switched over to this portal system. They are still working out the kinks. I wasn't given lab results and instructions a few times through the system. Also they changed the way you make appointments. You used to be able to call the front desk and make an appointment right away. Now the nurses make the appointments so you have to call and leave a message with the front desk for a nurse to call you back.

I have Aetna. They wouldn't cover the first 6 IUI cycles because I was using donor sperm. So I had to pay out of pocket the first 6 cycles. The doctors office had a Global payment plan they offered which was just about $1000.00 per cycle. It was helpful. After that, Aetna started to cover the IUI cycles so I only had the copayment. Aetna will not cover any IVF procedures or medications associated with IVF so that will be out of pocket for me. The doctors office does offer a plan to help but it's still very expensive. It will cost about 25k per cycle.

Dr Sung really seems like she cares for her patients. She wants to see them succeed on their path and she takes the time to discuss it with you on consultation appointments. I think sometimes she is a little more conservative in her approach but overall I have been very happy with her as my doctor.

Be your own advocate. If you think there is testing that should be done or at least discussed then push for it

On consultation appointments with dr. Sung, I really felt like she cared and wanted to help. The staff has always been friendly. They knew my name and we're always very accommodating to my schedule.

The first 8 or 9 cycles I was given chlomit. Sometimes the dosages would increase to help produce more follicles. After that I was switched to a different pill but basically the same just to see if my body would react better to it. The last 3 times I did injections of gonal f, gonerellx and medipure. HCG injections I was given fir all cycles

The nurses were very nice and helpful.

The staff and doctors are very nice. They switched over to this portal system which doesn't always work giving your lab results and instructions. Also the front desk is no longer making appointments fir patients. You have to leave a message for a nurse and they will call you back to make an appointment. That part is frustrating.

I have Aetna and they would not cover the first 6 IUI cycles. The doctors office had a global payment plan of about a $1000.00 per cycle. After the 6 cycles my insurance company covered the additional IUI's. But they will not cover IVF at all. That will have to be all out of pocket cost for me which is really expensive for the procedures, tests and medications.

Lover Dr sung. I felt like she understood what I was going through. She asked questions to know my situation... I asked questions which she always answered. Great bedside manner. Very gentle while speaking and performing procedures. Gave step by step of what was happening and when.

Sometimes the wait was long but it was worth it to have a dr who knew what she was doing

Dr sung was compassionate. She took time explaining all options before procedures. She did not force an opinion on what needs to be done she allowed me to think and ask questions before coming to the decision to do a procedure.

Dr sung sent me for a hsg test to make sure there were no blockages in my tubes. I had blood drawn each week along with Sonos to measure my lining and see where I was at in cycle. The first course of action was a medicated cycle with clomid. After that we did 2 cycles of medication clomid trigger shot and iui together.

After seeing the nurses weekly they became so familiar. They were all very nice and treated patients with respect.

Exam rooms were clean. Staff was pleasant and accommodating. Then become very familiar as time passes. There are 2 waiting rooms. One large when you check in and one smaller where you wait to be seen. Blood is drawn by skilled technicians.never had any issues. Sometimes wait was long

I had my copay... I paid out of pocket for some blood... other than that it was covered by insurance

Out of all the doctors we Interviewed, we liked her the best. She seemed the most knowledgeable and we felt most comfortable with her. Plus, we are self pay. Her program appeared to be the most inclusive most once we compared apples to apples.

Write. Down. Everything. And ask questions. Write them down as they occur to you because there is sooooo much information coming st you. I refer to it as “going down the rabbit hole”

Just the number of women there each morning and the yelling of the names for blood and sono.

They are great. I always get a phone call back, they answer all my questions if possible, they remember me. That’s the most important.

The billing department needs to be more organized and call people back. Soly is terrific, she’s on top of it, but there is a lot of confusion sometimes. Also, when I ask for something to be submitted to insurance, please do it. Don’t argue, I know what you are saying and I’m asking you to do this.

Pretty efficient, but I hate the yelling across the room if the names.

15,000 per cycle plus meds

She is an excellent doctor. She explained everything clearly and to the point. She explained all risks and how she would handle things if it was her in my situation. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a fertility doctor. If it wasn't for her, I would not have my beautiful twin girls.

Put your trust in her. She knows what she is doing. Be completely honest and up front about what you have going on and what you are hoping to achieve by going to her.

This is a great clinic. It is hectic though, as they are so busy helping so many people. While that can be frustrating, especially when you are going through something so personal and stressful, just know that it means you are not alone in your struggle. There are so many people going through the exact same thing as you and just seeking help. This clinic can help you achieve your dream of becoming a parent, but you have to have patience with them. Otherwise, they were great to me.

The costs were high, but that was to be expected as IVF is not covered by my health insurance. It was somewhere in the neighborhood of about $18,000.

The doctor told us the percentages of transferring more than one embryo and how it could increase the likelihood of an embryo implanting in the uterus and also told us how much it could increase the likelihood of a multiples pregnancy.

Dr. Sung is a great & is passionate about helping her patients.. she is very good at what she does.. I just wish my treatments landed on the days she was in the office. I feel like her guidance has always been correct.

Trust her, she will guide you in the right direction

The office staff always has a smile on their face & makes your expirence very personable

Once we got all the initial bloodwork done and the baseline sono she didn’t push me to do anything I didn’t want to do

The nurses in the Mineola location are amazing.. they have really helped me through this process.. they are always rooting for me

They know the insurances very well but always double check your coverage as well and always been your own advocate. They are a great staff and hey are always willing to help. Make sure you go with questions prepared for your first visit.

So far I just have had my copay with no deductible or co-insurance

Dr. Sung is very thorough. She is open to listening if you have questions so that she can ultimately achieve what everyone who goes to her for a baby. I feel that she is very knowledgeable And I hope that although I love the people at the office I am blessed with my little one soon

Listen carefully, take notes if it makes you comfortable.

The nursing stafff are awesome. They are very compassionate. I especially am pleased when my blood is being taken it is always such an easy process I never feel anything

I greatly appreciated the hours. It made it easier to go early in the morning before work without having to take time off of work. Sometimes even if they didn't even have the earliest appointments available they would fit me in if I was there.

My insurance paid 80 percent of my procedure and my insurance covered most meds.

She was very understanding and sympathetic, she took the time to answer all of my questions and I did not feel rushed even though it was a very busy office. She was my main doctor but I also saw many other doctors in the practice and all were very good

Make sure you have realistic expectations explained. It's a roller coaster!

She always took the time to answer all of my questions

All very very nice and friendly. Most knew me by name by the end of my treatments. A lot of them shared their own personal stories

It's a very busy practice but well managed

My insurance not participate in IVF so the meds were expensive

She is great. Treats you like a real person.

Dr. Sung listened to me. She was great.

I didn't like clomid. After 2 cycles, I said I'd had enough & she respected that. We went back ivf, doing a second cycle & it worked.

It was difficult to see what my left ovary was producing & the staff remembered it each time. I also have difficult veins & they listened to me, taking blood only from one arm all the time - the same spot too.

My health insurance covered everything except the copays & the donor sperm samples. I don't know what the costs of rsny were.

Dr Sung was an amazing Dr. when I sat with her. I didn't see her often until retrieval, follow up and transfer but when i did she was patient and kind. The communication was lacking from Nurse to patient to Dr. I feel as if I wasnt being taken seriously during my TWW as I started bleeding and was told it was normal. I was watching my progesterone drop and was told I was in normal limits despite seeing it fall. I feel like this was major miscommunication and not relayed to Dr. Sung. I did speak with her afterwards and we discussed my next protocol and that I needed to speak with her and not just the nurses as I felt brushed off. She apologized profusely. I feel that it isn't a situation with the Dr's as it is a situation with the place and being over packed and consistently busy. I don't think they can keep up or keep a personal relationship. More of a factory like atmosphere than a personal clinic.

Be patient...

I had severe OHSS to where I couldn't walk. She told me to come in and helped me with it and guided me. Personally walked me in and out. When our transfer resulted in no pregnancy, Dr. Sung personally called me to tell me that it didn't work, not to give up and we will get there. I was sobbing in Sephora and she told me to go to a quite corner and just cry it out with her. She was supportive understanding. I eventually didn't do my next cycle because I thought I wasn't ready but it was not because of Dr. Sung.

Follistim 225 units, Inject 225 units subcutaneously between 5-9PM, as directed o Menopur 150 IU, Inject 150 units subcutaneously between 5-9 PM, as directed. - Fri 07/06/2018: o Follistim 225 units, Inject 225 units subcutaneously between 5-9PM, as directed o Menopur 150 IU, Inject 150 units subcutaneously between 5-9 PM, as directed. - Sat 07/07/2018: o Follistim 225 units, Inject 225 units subcutaneously between 5-9PM, as directed o Menopur 150 IU, Inject 150 units subcutaneously between 5-9 PM, as directed. o Follistim 225 units, Inject 225 units subcutaneously between 5-9PM, as directed o Menopur 150 IU, Inject 150 units subcutaneously between 5-9 PM, as directed. I reivewed your blood and ultrasound from today with Dr. Trivax, and he would like to make the followng changes: 1. Start your Ganirelix this afternoon/evening as we discussed and then continue daily every MORNING. 2. DECREASE your Follistim to 150 units every night. 3. Continue your Menopur at 2 vials of powder a night. We'll see you Wednesday! o Take/administer the following medication(s) - Mon 07/09/2018: o Follistim 150 units, Inject 150 units subcutaneously between 5-9PM as directed o Ganirelix Acetate 0.25 mg, Take 0.25 mg subcutaneously as directed in the morning - Tue 07/10/2018: o Follistim 150 units, Inject 150 units subcutaneously between 5-9PM as directed o Ganirelix Acetate 0.25 mg, Take 0.25 mg subcutaneously as directed in the morning - Wed 07/11/2018: o Ganirelix Acetate 0.25 mg, Take 0.25 mg subcutaneously as directed in the morning o Take/administer the following medication(s) - Wed 07/11/2018: o Follistim 150 units, Inject 150 units subcutaneously in the morning as directed o Menopur 150 IU, Inject 150 units subcutaneously between 5-9 PM, as directed. o Ganirelix Acetate 0.25 mg, Inject 0.25 mg subcutaneously twice a day as directed - Thu 07/12/2018: o Ganirelix Acetate 0.25 mg, Take 0.25 mg subcutaneously as directed in the morning - Fri 07/13/2018: o Ganirelix Acetate 0.25 mg, Inject 0.25 mg subcutaneously twice a day as directed Spoke with patient. Instructed patient to administer HCG 2.5 K SC and Lupron 4mg SC @ 9:00 PM tonight. No other injectable medications tonight. Reviewed retrieval instructions and arrival time of 8:00 AM on 7/15/2018. Return to the office in the AM for blood work and to review retrieval instructions. All questions answered. Patient verbalized understanding.

Way too busy, don't know you unless you are there everyday and go off of charts.

STRENGTH: Communication Easy appointments Fast Results WEAKNESS Overcrowded Sometimes you see different Dr's without warning Sometimes can seem very money hungry. There are time swhen you wait a bit. Blood work and ultrasounds go quick. If you do not like the feeling of cattle being herd you wont like this place.

Cattle call line. Names read out in waiting room you came in to sit in the chairs, blood, ultrasound go home. Results were given on portal.

We had insurane coverage for procedure, medication was out of pocket and we received a 25% discount. All together for medication was 4K Genetic Testing was another 5K Egg Freezing 1,360

she was very patient and explained everything throughly! I felt comfortable from the moment I walked in until the moment I left! I am a very nervous person and she picked up on that right away and made me feel so much better while explaining what I was in store for.

you're in good hands!

She was very easy to talk to and answered all my questions patiently and thoroughly. I'm a very nervous person and she picked that up right away. She made me feel better! Although she wasn't the actual doctor who did my IUI she was amazing!

clomid to start with HCG trigger shot and a few IUI's because she trusted my body could get pregnant with that.

Loved them all! Very helpful and would be supportive always

Strengths are a ton but some main ones are they get you in and out but in a good way. They have a ton of appointments for those who work as well. You aren't just like another file, they take your time with you and everyone is so nice and informative! They treat you great and are patient! Weaknesses i don't really have any!

My insurance covered everything. I just had to pay a copay for progesterone, once.