Louis Weckstein

2021 - 2022, Unsuccessful

0

Age 36 - 37

1 IVF

Diminished Ovarian Reserve

Unexplained

European

Income $200K - $499K

1st of 2 Docs

Doesn't Recommend

Unsuccessful

Review of

Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

we actually never even met him [Dr. Weckstein] until my first transfer. He did not set expectations or even communicate the specifics of what our embryo quality and development was. He didn’t change anything from our first failed transfer to the second...He claimed we did the “most aggressive” protocol. Gonal F, Menopur Both transfers were medicated, estrogen 3x/day, progesterone shots and suppositories and day 6 transfers...He’s not really involved and you need to have a very hands on case manager to feel even remotely heard...

Every time you walk in for an appointment [at Reproductive Science Center] the front desk doesn’t look up and rudely asks “DOB”, hold a thermometer to your forehead and tell you to sit. You get passes from room to room, nurse to Dr and no one makes eye contact or small talk to shows an ounce of compassion for the journey you are on...EndomeTrio and Receptiva DX order by Dr and performed by Nurse who mid procedure admitted she “wasn’t prepared for the second catheter biopsy” She ended up having to scrape my uterus 3 extra times because she couldn’t gather enough tissue because the first swipe took too much...

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Initially we liked him because he seemed to have good bedside manner. But we actually never even met him until my first transfer. He did not set expectations or even communicate the specifics of what our embryo quality and development was. He didn’t change anything from our first failed transfer to the second. He suggested we do the Endometrio after the second but in his notes backpedaled and said he suggested it earlier, which is false. He had a nurse do this procedure when all other clinics the Dr does this. He was completely unapologetic after the procedure was done incorrectly and essentially brushed us off saying that “ he’s sorry he can’t give us the care we are expecting”

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

He’s nice but doesn’t do well with confrontation or having to back up his failed work. He’s not really involved and you need to have a very hands on case manager to feel even remotely heard

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Every time you walk in for an appointment the front desk doesn’t look up and rudely asks “DOB”, hold a thermometer to your forehead and tell you to sit. You get passes from room to room, nurse to Dr and no one makes eye contact or small talk to shows an ounce of compassion for the journey you are on.

Describe the protocols Louis Weckstein used in your cycles at Reproductive Science Center and their degree of success.

He claimed we did the “most aggressive” protocol. Gonal F, Menopur Both transfers were medicated, estrogen 3x/day, progesterone shots and suppositories and day 6 transfers

Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Science Center. (Assigned nurse: Heather)

She was on PTO when assigned to us and had no coverage. Zero communication for over 3 weeks. Didn’t assign us the necessary modules and classes to learn the injections until the night of our first shots. Was so stressed from her lack of communication we requested to switch case managers midway through our stimulation.

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

Zero strengths. Front desk rude and never prepared with the appropriate paperwork or fees. So many nurses all with attitude and no empathy or social skills. Passed from Dr to Dr and nurse practitioner performing procedures that should be done by Dr.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center.

$15,000 IVF plus meds $5,000 $18,000 for 2 transfers and endometrio and Receptiva DX

What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Science Center?

Lost paperwork
Failed to call with results
Failed to send your chart to another clinic
Provided conflicting information
Failed to convey critical information
Scheduled the wrong procedure

Describe the specific things that went wrong at Reproductive Science Center.

EndomeTrio and Receptiva DX order by Dr and performed by Nurse who mid procedure admitted she “wasn’t prepared for the second catheter biopsy” She ended up having to scrape my uterus 3 extra times because she couldn’t gather enough tissue because the first swipe took too much. She then left the room to find a Dr to ask if she got enough sample, leaving me on the table in excruciating pain for 10 minutes. Clinic didn’t have the appropriate paperwork ready that was needed for the biopsies to go out. My most recent ultrasound showed polyps and tissue caused from the Nurse’s aggressive scraping

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Reproductive Science Center

San Ramon

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

2021 - 2022, Unknown Success

10

Age 38 - 39

1 IVF

Unexplained

East Asian

Income $200K - $499K

Investment Banker

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Success w/ Doc Too early to know

Review of

Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

Dr. Weckstein has an incredible ability to make you feel heard, understood and seen. He does not sugarcoat but also gives you much encouragement and support...Throughout the process, Dr. Weckstein would call himself every day to update. He is an extremely busy man with so many patients under his care and never does he rush you through any calls or conversations. He is optimistic but also firmly realistic in a sense that he gives you the very accurate picture of our odds and prognosis...

The clinic [Reproductive Science Center] has multiple locations in the Bay Area...very professional...Paula [nurse] is amazing. No nonsense, no details left out, and so on point all the time. I felt so assured that she is my case manager because even if something falls through the crack on my side, I know she will catch it. Her communication is like a clock work...Their payment system online is a little rudimentary but that’s pretty much anything critical I have to say...

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

My husband and I were about to begin our treatment with another doctor at a different clinic, literally a day after we had our consultation call with Dr. Weckstein. After the call, we knew we had to switch over. The depth he covers and leaving nothing unexplained during the call made us so assured that we decided that two months delay starting with a new doctor is worth it. I had a successful retrieval of 12 eggs. Throughout the process, Dr. Weckstein would call himself every day to update. He is an extremely busy man with so many patients under his care and never does he rush you through any calls or conversations. He is optimistic but also firmly realistic in a sense that he gives you the very accurate picture of our odds and prognosis. We ended up with 3 euploid embryos and it was exactly the % Dr. Weckstein predicted in the beginning. After a successful implantation and early pregnancy, I had an unexplained miscarriage at week 7. It was devastating to go through. Dr. Weckstein was compassionate and supportive while making sure I get the medical support I need. We decided to go ahead with the next round of egg retrieval with Dr. Weckstein even though we have two embryos left, considering my age and all.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

He is booked out so far in advance so get on his calendar as early as possible. We had to wait about 5 months for our first consultation.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr. Weckstein has an incredible ability to make you feel heard, understood and seen. He does not sugarcoat but also gives you much encouragement and support. My husband and I always feel we can rely on him completely.

Describe the protocols Louis Weckstein used in your cycles at Reproductive Science Center and their degree of success.

Antagonist protocol. Gonal F, Menopur, Cetrotide & Lupron Trigger. 12 eggs retrieved. 6 fertilized. 3 euploids. The next upcoming cycle, Dr. Weckstein is increasing my dosage vs. the first round since my body was taking injections well without any side effects.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Science Center. (Assigned nurse: Paula Miller)

Paula is amazing. No nonsense, no details left out, and so on point all the time. I felt so assured that she is my case manager because even if something falls through the crack on my side, I know she will catch it. Her communication is like a clock work. All I needed to do was follow her lead.

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

The clinic has multiple locations in the Bay Area. I was able to do most of my monitoring at the Los Gatos office close to where I live. Not having to drive to San Ramon office so often especially helped during the retrieval process. The clinic overall is very professional. Their payment system online is a little rudimentary but that’s pretty much anything critical I have to say.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center.

The first round of IVF cycle w/ frozen transfer was covered by insurance and we only paid for the cycle management fee which was less than $500 total. I opted to pay oop for injections to save benefits for treatment and that was around $2200 for retrieval and $350 for frozen transfer. For the upcoming (just) retrieval cycle, I am quoted around $8600. My injections are expected to be around $3100 this time around.

Describe Louis Weckstein's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Science Center.

I only wanted to do eSET so the provider and I are on the same page.

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Reproductive Science Center

San Ramon

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

2020, Successful

10

Age 43

1 IVF

Latinx

Income $50K - $99K

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Successful

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

Dr. Weckstein and his entire office are super professional. He is kind and honest. ... We retrieved lots of eggs but I was overstimulated and ended up in the ER 3 hours after I left. This time around, after some discussion with Dr. Weckstein, he decided to not overstimulate me with meds and informed me that we would retrieve less eggs as a result and he was right.

Clinic [RSC] is run very efficiently! Every single person you encounter is kind. The only thing I had an issue with was with some of the vaginal ultrasound techs. Overall, the ones I have seen are kind but not all are gentle. One in particular was rough...I think they all need to be told to go in gently as some of us are a lot more sensitive than others. I felt like one of them had the entire probe in me!!

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

He is honest and delivers news delicately. He explains everything in such a manner that you always comprehend and never leave the appointment confused. Our chances of retrieving a lot of eggs were not great and he let us know that. However, he kept saying all we need is 1 good one. After genetic testing he said that half would probably come back not normal due to my age....he was right. The whole time he kept us informed of what to expect but kept being optimistic for us. We got 1 genetically normal embryo back and he called me with the good news. All I remember his saying is that he was so happy for me. I cried and cried on the phone and I can tell he was genuinely happy for me too. He is a kind man. I know he deals with a lot of patients, but he definitely has fantastic bed side manners overall.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Don't be afraid to ask questions. He is kind and patient and listens.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr. Weckstein and his entire office are super professional. He is kind and honest.

Describe the protocols Louis Weckstein used in your cycles at Reproductive Science Center and their degree of success.

My last cycle 2018..egg retrieval didn't go as planned (after). We retrieved lots of eggs but I was overstimulated and ended up in the ER 3 hours after I left. This time around, after some discussion with Dr. Weckstein, he decided to not overstimulate me with meds and informed me that we would retrieve less eggs as a result and he was right.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Science Center. (Assigned nurse: Valarie )

My main nurse has been Valari for both cycles. She is excellent! Quick to respond to emails and voicemails. She goes above and beyond! Maybe that is her job for all patients but she makes you feel like you are her only patient. I love her. After we lost our first pregnancy at 5 months, she called me and left me the sweetest message. Even with the second cycle, she spoke nothing but kind and uplifting words to me. She is a wonderful soul!

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

Clinic is run very efficiently! Every single person you encounter is kind. The only thing I had an issue with was with some of the vaginal ultrasound techs. Overall, the ones I have seen are kind but not all are gentle. One in particular was rough...I think they all need to be told to go in gently as some of us are a lot more sensitive than others. I felt like one of them had the entire probe in me!!

Describe your experience with your monitoring appointments at Reproductive Science Center.

That was my one issue with monitoring appointments. I felt as though they were only done during a certain time frame. I had a 3 hour drive to get to the clinic and sometimes those appointments were at horrible times. I would have to leave my house at 4am (to avoid traffic in the city) and get to my appointment on time. It seemed like mid morning appointments were never an option for me. Good thing is that sometimes I would get there so early that they would take me in. Other times, I would have to wait in lobby for my scheduled time. Their website also claims they have an office in Modesto but in fact they do not. That would have been so helpful for me because with each monitoring appointment I wouldn't of had to miss a full day of work. They informed me that that clinic in Modesto cannot get blood tests back in a timely manner or something along those lines. They need to come up with something so that it works for patients that travel from far away such as myself.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center.

I had insurance coverage. I still had to pay around $1500 alone to the clinic and additional fees for genetic testing etc....

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Louis Weckstein

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Reproductive Science Center

San Ramon

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

2019, Unknown Success

10

Age 38

1 IVF

Male Factor

Poor Egg Quality

Recurrent Pregnancy Loss

European

Income $100K - $199K

Engineer

2nd of 2 Docs

2 IVF With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Success w/ Doc Too early to know

Review of

Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

Dr Weckstein genuinely cares for his patients. He was realistic with our odds of success, but encouraging during our finally attempt to use our own eggs. His kind and caring nature, coupled with his expertise was a win all the way around for us. ... Based on my previous IVF cycles (1st resulted in 4 embryos all PGS abnormal, 2nd 3 PGS normal, one FET resulting in early miscarriage and 2 FET failures) and recurrent early miscarriage (7), we opted to try an aggressive protocol for egg quality. 300 Gonal F, 150 menopur, Ganirelix, estrogen priming pre-cycle (pills), HGH and testosterone priming patch (5 days starting CD 3)

Overall I’m very pleased with the clinic [Reproductive Science Center]. ... We opted for a 2 retrieval package for $33K (medications not included). Our first cycle was a complete failure resulting in no embryos from the 6 eggs retrieved and we were able to withdraw from the program with a 50% refund. We’re moving on to donor eggs this next treatment cycle and have opted for an all inclusive guaranteed program (take home baby or full refund) which will cost $42K.

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

We chose Dr Weckstein after reviewing others experiences through Fertility IQ and we were not disappointed! He’s a fantastic doctor. He has a tremendous amount of experience and is kind and compassionate as well. I was shocked when I sat down for our initial consult and he had already reviewed my entire (and long) medical/fertility history. He had specific/clarifying questions for me and answered all questions and concerns I had. We reviewed all possible options and he let us decide what our next steps were. We were never pressured into decisions or into proceeding with the clinic (which we ultimately did based on our experiences). He was the one to call with updates on our embryo development, etc which was appreciated as we didn’t get that with our other clinic. He was so supportive when having to give disappointing news and I truly value his compassion.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

I brought a notebook with me to take notes and to have my list of questions ready. I definitely used it! He’s a fantastic communicator and I think my appt even ran long because I had so many questions :)

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr Weckstein genuinely cares for his patients. He was realistic with our odds of success, but encouraging during our finally attempt to use our own eggs. His kind and caring nature, coupled with his expertise was a win all the way around for us.

Describe the protocols Louis Weckstein used in your cycles at Reproductive Science Center and their degree of success.

Based on my previous IVF cycles (1st resulted in 4 embryos all PGS abnormal, 2nd 3 PGS normal, one FET resulting in early miscarriage and 2 FET failures) and recurrent early miscarriage (7), we opted to try an aggressive protocol for egg quality. 300 Gonal F, 150 menopur, Ganirelix, estrogen priming pre-cycle (pills), HGH and testosterone priming patch (5 days starting CD 3)

Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Science Center.

All the nurses and staff were kind and sweet. I enjoyed casual conversation with them and they all performed their jobs very well.

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

I really like the clinic, I have to travel a very long distance for treatment (we live 4 hours away). Parking is easy at the San Ramon location. We were able to do some of our lab work at the Orinda location which was nice since it was close to my brother’s house where we were staying. Overall I’m very pleased with the clinic.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center.

We opted for a 2 retrieval package for $33K (medications not included). Our first cycle was a complete failure resulting in no embryos from the 6 eggs retrieved and we were able to withdraw from the program with a 50% refund. We’re moving on to donor eggs this next treatment cycle and have opted for an all inclusive guaranteed program (take home baby or full refund) which will cost $42K.

Describe Louis Weckstein's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Science Center.

Weckstein prefers eSET for PGS tested embryos to reduce increased risk of high risk pregnancies.

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Louis Weckstein

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Reproductive Science Center

San Ramon

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

2019, Successful

10

Age 32

1 Egg Freezing

1 Embryo Freezing

Diminished Ovarian Reserve

Endometriosis

Poor Egg Quality

Tubal Blockage

Uterine Fibroids

Income $100K - $199K

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Successful

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

Dr. Weckstien is one of the sweetest humans I have ever met. I found him on FertilityIQ which was a surprise to him, he wasn't aware he had so many reviews on this platform. From the moment I met him he was so kind and thorough with all of my testing and results. He was very sympathetic and optimistic with my diagnosis. He made calls to me to go over treatment and results. I also went though a very hard time in my personal life (not related to the egg retrieval) and he even reached out to express his condolences. He is an A+ doctor- above and beyond.

This [Reproductive Science Center] is a good sized practice and you aren't guaranteed to be with your doctor at the time of surgery...At the time of my retrieval I was 31 years old with a low ovarian reserve and poor egg quality...I had 7 eggs develop and all 7 were successfully retrieved-normal-and froze!...Everyone that I worked with at RSC was a gem...All of the surgeries are done in the San Ramon office as that is where their only surgery center is...I had insurance coverage for fertility treatments so all in all for one full cycle of egg retrieval cost me $1,800 (including medications)

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr. Weckstein is a very compassionate doctor. He is very empathetic in every interaction and even his tone of voice is soothing. He would call me when we had to discuss larger parts of treatment. This is a good sized practice and you aren't guaranteed to be with your doctor at the time of surgery. I got lucky and my retrieval was on a day Dr. Weckstein was there. However, I have full faith in this entire practice and would have felt confident with any doctor there.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

He is happy to answer questions- come as overly prepared as you want. He will take his time to make sure you are fully informed and know what to expect. He never made me feel like my question wasn't important, he always just wanted to make sure I felt my most confident

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr. Weckstien is one of the sweetest humans I have ever met. I found him on FertilityIQ which was a surprise to him, he wasn't aware he had so many reviews on this platform. From the moment I met him he was so kind and thorough with all of my testing and results. He was very sympathetic and optimistic with my diagnosis. He made calls to me to go over treatment and results. I also went though a very hard time in my personal life (not related to the egg retrieval) and he even reached out to express his condolences. He is an A+ doctor- above and beyond.

Describe the protocols Louis Weckstein used in your cycles at Reproductive Science Center and their degree of success.

At the time of my retrieval I was 31 years old with a low ovarian reserve and poor egg quality. We did a very high dosage of injections to try and get every follicle I had to stimulate. I had 7 eggs develop and all 7 were successfully retrieved-normal-and froze!

Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Science Center. (Assigned nurse: Sara Romero)

Sara is no longer with RSC. She was very organized and was good at her job.

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

For my initial appointments and my surgery I was in the San Ramon office. I lived in San Mateo however and they did have a satellite office there. I was able to do all of my monitoring appointments in the San Mateo office during stimulation which made it very easy on me. I chose to see Dr. Weckstein so that is why I had to do my initial appointments in San Ramon. All of the surgeries are done in the San Ramon office as that is where their only surgery center is. The whole experience was very easy for me. I was able to snag an appointment that someone had cancelled on so it took me only about 2-3 weeks to get in for my first appointment. Everyone that I worked with at RSC was a gem. I couldn't recommend this place anymore. They are the best!

Describe the costs associated with your care under Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center.

I had insurance coverage for fertility treatments so all in all for one full cycle of egg retrieval cost me $1,800 (including medications)

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Louis Weckstein

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Reproductive Science Center

San Ramon

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

2019, Unknown Success

10

Age 39

Diminished Ovarian Reserve

European

Income $200K - $499K

Only Doc Seen

IVF With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Success w/ Doc Too early to know

Review of

Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

I have diminished ovarian reserve and Dr Weckstein has educated me on what that means for our journey. He also remains positive and encouraging even when delivering “bad” news. I appreciate his candor. ... He’s very honest and open in all his communication. He explains every step thoroughly and allows my husband and I to make our own decisions with all the facts on the table. ... He proposed elective single transfers only.

The clinic [Reproductive Science Center] is efficient and quick. The front desk staff are super nice. The phlebotomists are hit or miss. I’m an easy stick too. The sonographers aren’t great with their bedside manner, except Casia (sp?). She’s the absolute best at imaging and patient care. ... Kayla [nurse] was very compassionate but didn’t seem knowledgeable. Her phone calls left a lot to be desired. Her emails were too long and it seemed like she may not be used to caring for someone that is brand new to IVF.

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

He’s very honest and open in all his communication. He explains every step thoroughly and allows my husband and I to make our own decisions with all the facts on the table. I have diminished ovarian reserve and Dr Weckstein has educated me on what that means for our journey. He also remains positive and encouraging even when delivering “bad” news. I appreciate his candor.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Bring a list of preprepared questions to the consultation. Take lots of notes on each phone call as well.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

He calls with updates personally.

Describe the protocols Louis Weckstein used in your cycles at Reproductive Science Center and their degree of success.

I’m still in my first cycle. He started me off with Estrace for two weeks and testosterone added on the second week. My cycle meds are Gonal F 300, Menopur 150 (first week) and added in Cetrotide and HGH on the second week. Triggering today for retrieval on Friday. Expecting 1-3 eggs total (6 follicles and I have diminished ovarian reserve).

Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Science Center. (Assigned nurse: Kayla)

Kayla was very compassionate but didn’t seem knowledgeable. Her phone calls left a lot to be desired. Her emails were too long and it seemed like she may not be used to caring for someone that is brand new to IVF. Example of a phone call- I asked her what Estrace was and why I would be taking it. Her response was that it produces estrogen, like my body does at some point.

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

The clinic is efficient and quick. The front desk staff are super nice. The phlebotomists are hit or miss. I’m an easy stick too. The sonographers aren’t great with their bedside manner, except Casia (sp?). She’s the absolute best at imaging and patient care.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center.

10-20k

Describe Louis Weckstein's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Science Center.

He proposed elective single transfers only. Multiples aren’t encouraged due to stress and complications with multiple pregnancies.

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Louis Weckstein

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Reproductive Science Center

San Ramon

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

2012 - 2018, Successful

10

Age 34 - 40

2 IVF

Diminished Ovarian Reserve

Male Factor

Income $100K - $199K

Nurse or HC Services

1st of 3 Docs

1 IVF With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Successful

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

He [Dr. Weckstein] has gentle warm ness & is very personable. He also talks with straightforward statistics & seems to give reasonable expectations. ... He’s very easy to talk to & I never felt intimidated by him. ... But w/my daughter she was a first time , 5day blast fresh transfer. ... To conceive my son, I went through 2 egg retrieval’s ... I remember having to take testosterone which I thought was strange. But it worked. I had 2 blastocysts & one was my son. ...

I feel they [Reproductive Science Center] are very welcoming & they knew me by my first name which made me feel special. ... I hardly had to wait & I loved my ultrasound techs. They were so knowledgeable & nice. ... had a few case manager nurses on two separate cases during my time there ... My coordinators communicated mostly by email which was convenient. There were a few organization issues I had involving my medications but I knew other people to involve to get it handled.

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

He’s very informative & thorough. I always felt hopeful but at the same time I was given reasonable expectations. He’s very easy to talk to & I never felt intimidated by him. Though I have to say that his father passed away & he had to leave town during my treatment & he made sure that he called me to tell me that another doctor will he managing me during this time. I wouldn’t expected anybody going through this to feel they have to call their patients during such a terrible time but he did. Even during such a difficult personal time, he was thinking about his patients. I’ll never forget that.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Be prepared to hear numbers & statistics. He knows a lot of those but for good reason.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

He has gentle warm ness & is very personable. He also talks with straightforward statistics & seems to give reasonable expectations.

Describe the protocols Louis Weckstein used in your cycles at Reproductive Science Center and their degree of success.

I can’t remember all the drugs I got or protocols. But w/my daughter she was a first time , 5day blast fresh transfer. I think I was on Lupron . To conceive my son, I went through 2 egg retrieval’s & the last one I remember he said they were throwing the kitchen sink at me because the first egg retrieval I didn’t have success, I was older as well & low ovarian reserve. I remember having to take testosterone which I thought was strange. But it worked. I had 2 blastocysts & one was my son.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Science Center. (Assigned nurse: I can’t remember! I feel so bad.)

I had a few case manager nurses on two separate cases during my time there . The first was trying for our first baby. The second was trying for our second baby. I have to say the staff there is excellent & welcoming. My coordinators communicated mostly by email which was convenient. There were a few organization issues I had involving my medications but I knew other people to involve to get it handled.

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

Strengths- I feel they are very welcoming & they knew me by my first name which made me feel special. I didn’t find I had any problems other than small technical things like with my medication order that my case manager was responsible for.

Describe your experience with your monitoring appointments at Reproductive Science Center.

Pretty efficient. I hardly had to wait & I loved my ultrasound techs. They were so knowledgeable & nice.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center.

We paid out of pocket except for a few meds.

Describe Louis Weckstein's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Science Center.

I did one 2-embryo frozen transfer & he said that multiple embryo transfers doesn’t necessarily increase chances just increase chance of multiples. I appreciated his opinion that it was reasonable.

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Louis Weckstein

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10

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Reproductive Science Center

San Ramon

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

2018, Consult

10

Age 36

Diminished Ovarian Reserve

European

2nd of 2 Docs

IVF With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Success w/ Doc Too early to know

Review of

Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

Dr. Weckstein took time and care in explaining his analysis of my initial diagnostic results. He was kind yet direct and thorough in his discussion. He made sure to understand and respond to our questions. He was very quick in responding to my concerns out of the office as well. I felt that he genuinely cared and empathized with us.... I have diminished ovarian reserve, and Dr. Weckstein is re-testing some of my initial bloodwork to determine how aggressive the medications, approach, etc. should be. He is recommending IVF with an option for PGS (though not required).

So far, I've found the clinic [Reproductive Science Center] to be very organized, with reasonable appointment wait times, and a good online communication portal. They had all my records on file and referred to them before my initial visit. In terms of quickness and clarity about billing, this clinic has been the easiest to navigate thus far.... Nurse Romero has been fairly responsive and accommodating since our initial visit. I have asked several questions, and she responded to the first couple very quickly and helpfully. However, as I've continued to inquire about things (I'm very inquisitive!),

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr. Weckstein shared his candid analysis of our diagnosis and prognosis. He communicated a difficult situation with compassion, and gave us the time we needed to process and come to our own conclusions. He has a wealth of experience, and gave us his perspective as well as possible other routes of action.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr. Weckstein took time and care in explaining his analysis of my initial diagnostic results. He was kind yet direct and thorough in his discussion. He made sure to understand and respond to our questions. He was very quick in responding to my concerns out of the office as well. I felt that he genuinely cared and empathized with us.

Describe the protocols Louis Weckstein used in your cycles at Reproductive Science Center and their degree of success.

I am at the very beginning. I have diminished ovarian reserve, and Dr. Weckstein is re-testing some of my initial bloodwork to determine how aggressive the medications, approach, etc. should be. He is recommending IVF with an option for PGS (though not required).

Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Science Center. (Assigned nurse: Sara Romero)

Nurse Romero has been fairly responsive and accommodating since our initial visit. I have asked several questions, and she responded to the first couple very quickly and helpfully. However, as I've continued to inquire about things (I'm very inquisitive!), she has become less responsive.

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

So far, I've found the clinic to be very organized, with reasonable appointment wait times, and a good online communication portal. They had all my records on file and referred to them before my initial visit. In terms of quickness and clarity about billing, this clinic has been the easiest to navigate thus far.

10

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Louis Weckstein

Humanity

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10

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Reproductive Science Center

San Ramon

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Review of

Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

2018, Unknown Success

10

Age 38

2 Fertility Medications

Anovulation

PCOS

European

Income $50K - $99K

3rd of 3 Docs

13 Fertility Medications With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Success w/ Doc Too early to know

Review of

Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

Dr Weckstien is very caring. He listens well and answers all questions. He is also very candid with you about your treatment. I know where I stand and where I am going if the directions we take don't work, I don't have to guess.... I wish I could see more of him though, the phone apts are great though because I live pretty far away... I was first given the supplement ovasitol to help regulate me. I then was told to lose weight (ugh) I had an ultrasound to confirm PCOS. A month later I was given letrozole, I responded great so i injected ovadril but there was a timing issue.

The office [Reproductive Science Center] is very welcoming and clam. All nurses, and office staff are very nice and knowledgeable. They all show concern and care for you like you are the only one they see all day. You don't have to worry about waiting around... The whole office staff is amazing, I am so glad I was referred to them. They are all caring and very welcoming. I couldn't ask for a better clinic... My insurance covers most of my treatment this far

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

I've been seeing dr Weckstien for a year. I am currently still in treatment. Dr Weckstien is very candid with you on all the issues, I love that I don't have to worry about know what is going on. I wish I could see more of him though, the phone apts are great though because I live pretty far away

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Come with a list of questions a d wrote down the answers!

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr Weckstien is very caring. He listens well and answers all questions. He is also very candid with you about your treatment. I know where I stand and where I am going if the directions we take don't work, I don't have to guess.

Describe the protocols Louis Weckstein used in your cycles at Reproductive Science Center and their degree of success.

I was first given the supplement ovasitol to help regulate me. I then was told to lose weight (ugh) I had an ultrasound to confirm PCOS. A month later I was given letrozole, I responded great so i injected ovadril but there was a timing issue. I took letrozole again & did not respond. The 3rd time I took letrozole I didn't respond but was given 8 more to take at once and did respond great injected ovadril but did not fall pregnant. I just finished a round of provera due to no cycle for 90 days. I am scheduled for an HSG in a few days.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Science Center. (Assigned nurse: Laura )

The whole office staff is amazing, I am so glad I was referred to them. They are all caring and very welcoming. I couldn't ask for a better clinic

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

The office is very welcoming and clam. All nurses, and office staff are very nice and knowledgeable. They all show concern and care for you like you are the only one they see all day. You don't have to worry about waiting around

Describe the costs associated with your care under Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center.

My insurance covers most of my treatment this far. I pay $209 for my timed intercourse with ovadril. IUI will be $408. IVF is not covered if it comes to that if I go through 2 IUIs with no baby

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Louis Weckstein

Humanity

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Trustworthiness

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Reproductive Science Center

San Ramon

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

2018, Successful

10

Age 40

Donor Eggs

Diminished Ovarian Reserve

European

South Asian

Sales Representative

1st of 4 Docs

6 IUI With Other Docs

2 IVF With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

I found Dr. Weckstein to be extremely patient, knowledgeable, and candid. I explained that I thought I had an issue with my progesterone, he then explained that we would do POI shots and would monitor how my progesterone was doing. Every other doctor either scoffed at the idea that progesterone was an issue or said they would give me supplements. Dr. Weckstein referred to different research that pointed to carrying a baby to full term. I've been searching for a doctor to be on the forefront of this.

I did a Donor cycle, so I was put on minimum drugs [at Reproductive Science Center]...The nurses are amazing. Always happy, seem to love their jobs, and seem to really want their patients to succeed...The clinic is great! They have multiple locations throughout the bay area and make it convenient to do your cycle wherever it is closest to you. The main clinic is open on the weekends, so you aren't worried about something happening on the weekend.

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

I found Dr. Weckstein to be extremely patient, knowledgeable, and candid. I explained that I thought I had an issue with my progesterone, he then explained that we would do POI shots and would monitor how my progesterone was doing. Every other doctor either scoffed at the idea that progesterone was an issue or said they would give me supplements. Dr. Weckstein referred to different research that pointed to carrying a baby to full term. I've been searching for a doctor to be on the forefront of this. I'm pregnant now, although very early, I've never been pregnant through infertility treatments and I've never had my progesterone tested. Well, it's a 56 and we are very happy about it. Also, I told him I react poorly to Lupron which he said no problem, we can do a cycle with the minimum and see how it works, and it worked great! positive test 3 days early. Every time I've mentioned something about my process he would find another solution, which every other clinic told me it was "their" protocol that I was paying for and that they wouldn't modify it.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

From the moment I shook Dr. Wecksteins hand, I knew he was the doctor for me. Kind, compassionate, friendly, calm, and candid. He has genuine in his answers to me. Listened to what I didn't like in my past protocols, assured me that he would do what made the most sense and made me comfortable.

Describe the protocols Louis Weckstein used in your cycles at Reproductive Science Center and their degree of success.

I did a Donor cycle, so I was put on minimum drugs. Estradiol patches, 2 every 3 days, and progesterone suppositories, and progesterone oil shots once a night.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Science Center. (Assigned nurse: Sandra :) )

The nurses are amazing. Always happy, seem to love their jobs, and seem to really want their patients to succeed.

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

The clinic is great! They have multiple locations throughout the bay area and make it convenient to do your cycle wherever it is closest to you. The main clinic is open on the weekends, so you aren't worried about something happening on the weekend.

Describe Louis Weckstein's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Science Center.

Dr. Weckstein highly advised us to only do a single embryo transfer. We went through 5 failed cycles, so I had no hesitation to do a multiple transfers, which he reluctantly agreed to. We ended up with only two blasts and we put two blasts in. I'm luckily pregnant, my betas aren't crazy so we think it's just a singleton.

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Louis Weckstein

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10

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Reproductive Science Center

San Ramon

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

2017 - 2018, Unsuccessful

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8

Age 28 - 29

1 IVF

Male Factor

Tubal Blockage

European

Income $50K - $99K

Nurse or HC Services

1st of 3 Docs

Strongly Recommends

Neutral

Unsuccessful

Review of

Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

Dr. Weckstein cares a lot about what he does and cares about his patients. He is knowledgable and helpful. He likes to use numbers and statistics which I love. Only downfall was because we are "young" we did not do testing in the beginning and had 2 failed transfers because of it. Wish we had pushed for more testing earlier.... Don't be afraid to ask questions and request testing even if he says it isn't "necessary."

They [SRC- San Ramon] did change their computer system last year and that was quite the hassle for patients and there new online system is confusing. Otherwise the equipment, people and lab is amazing. A lab onsite makes a huge difference.... 25,000 for Egg Retrieval and Embryo Transfer (not including medication) 5,000 for FET-not including medication... Laura is absolutely amazing! She truly cares about me and our outcomes.

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr. Weckstein cares a lot about what he does and cares about his patients. He is knowledgable and helpful. He likes to use numbers and statistics which I love. Only downfall was because we are "young" we did not do testing in the beginning and had 2 failed transfers because of it. Wish we had pushed for more testing earlier.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Don't be afraid to ask questions and request testing even if he says it isn't "necessary."

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Somedays like a number and some like a human. Just depended on the day and where we were at with cycles.

Describe the protocols Louis Weckstein used in your cycles at Reproductive Science Center and their degree of success.

1st was Egg Retrieval and Fresh Embryo Transfer-I don't remember much about this one. SubQ shots and vaginal suppositories. This ended up in Ectopic Pregnancy-not anyones fault. 2nd was FET-vaginal estrogen and then ended up on IM estrogen because my lining was not thickening. Then when uterine lining was 8mm started in vaginal progesterone and IM progesterone (had low progesterone before). This turned out to be a BFN. 3rd FET-Same as before but started IM estrogen way earlier and lining was perfect at first ultrasound.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Science Center. (Assigned nurse: Laura)

Laura is absolutely amazing! She truly cares about me and our outcomes. I dealt with other staff there (I don't remember names) and they were not as good as her.

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

The clinic is very far away (2.5 hour drive) away from me but that isn't their fault. They did change their computer system last year and that was quite the hassle for patients and there new online system is confusing. Otherwise the equipment, people and lab is amazing. A lab onsite makes a huge difference.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center.

25,000 for Egg Retrieval and Embryo Transfer (not including medication) 5,000 for FET-not including medication

Describe Louis Weckstein's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Science Center.

They have suggested for us only single embryo transfer because we are young and have good embryos (as far as we know).

What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Science Center?

Provided conflicting information

Describe the specific things that went wrong at Reproductive Science Center.

One time my nurse coordinator sent me instructions that included a medication that I was no longer doing. I think it was an honest mistake

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Louis Weckstein

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Reproductive Science Center

San Ramon

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

2015 - 2017, Successful

10

Age 35 - 37

1 IVF

PCOS

Unexplained

Latinx

Income $200K - $499K

Only Doc Seen

IUI With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

Dr weckstein goes above and beyond to make sure the patient has a clear understanding of procedures and outcomes. He has an amazing way of keeping us informed with any risks but also keeps us positive. Not all doctors can do that. He's a wonderful communicator and has always made follow-up calls personally...As soon as he found out my HCG levels were dropping he called me personally. He's always called with Important news, good or bad. He knew I was upset and made a follow up call. When I've gone Into this very busy clinic for blood tests, he knows exactly who I am and remembers out sons names. He is the most personable doctor I've ever had.

Strengths [at Reproductive Science Center] : hands down the most professional clinic with the most skilled professional staff. It seems as though they specifially hand pick their employees. Not just your run of the mill hiring process, but they deliberately choose staff who are all equally compassionate, professional wonderful people. The weakness: they make it hard to leave. They give you a "graduation package" when you're ready to move onto your your regular OB. I love my OB but oh how I wish they could see me through the actual delivery process.

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr weckstein goes above and beyond to make sure the patient has a clear understanding of procedures and outcomes. He has an amazing way of keeping us informed with any risks but also keeps us positive. Not all doctors can do that. He's a wonderful communicator and has always made follow-up calls personally. If he happens to catch us in the office while doing blood work, he always stops and says hello.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Trust. Trust that he will help you make the best decision for your specific situation. He will treat you according to what your body is doing.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

As soon as he found out my HCG levels were dropping he called me personally. He's always called with Important news, good or bad. He knew I was upset and made a follow up call. When I've gone Into this very busy clinic for blood tests, he knows exactly who I am and remembers out sons names. He is the most personable doctor I've ever had.

Describe the protocols Louis Weckstein used in your cycles at Reproductive Science Center and their degree of success.

Birth control, estradiol, menopur, progesterone suppositories, baby aspirin and follistim IVF fresh cycle, 5 day embryo. Transfered two and delivered a healthy baby boy

Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Science Center. (Assigned nurse: Kat and now currently Sara)

Again, above and beyond. The classes with catherine were informative, the delivery of the meds from the pharmacy she recommended were amazing. They delivered our meds to our hotel while in dianeyland. They waited in a refrigerator until we arrived. Sara (with this current IVF cycle) has also been amazing. She was a listening ear when I miscarried. She was compassionate, sympathetic and encouraging when I needed it the most. She knows our family when we go in for labs and goes out of her way to see us before we leave. Catherine was the same way also. All around beautiful people in the right profession.

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

Strengths: hands down the most professional clinic with the most skilled professional staff. It seems as though they specifially hand pick their employees. Not just your run of the mill hiring process, but they deliberately choose staff who are all equally compassionate, professional wonderful people. The weakness: they make it hard to leave. They give you a "graduation package" when you're ready to move onto your your regular OB. I love my OB but oh how I wish they could see me through the actual delivery process.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center.

Roughly 12,000 IVF 1800 icsi 2500 meds

Describe Louis Weckstein's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Science Center.

He told us the benefits of eset and the complications that could arise with transferring multiple embryos If they took. We'd tried for so many years we were willing to take the chance of multiples.

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Louis Weckstein

Humanity

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10

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Reproductive Science Center

San Ramon

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

2016 - 2017, Successful

10

Age 39 - 40

Unexplained

Income $100K - $199K

Business Executive

3rd of 4 Docs

12 IUI With Other Docs

1 IVF With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

Dr Weckstein felt like my dad. He seemed concerned over my concerns and wanted to make me feel completely comfortable. I was debating about PGS testing and he said, if you were my wife going through this I would say it's unnecessary. I appreciated his honesty and that he put himself in my shoes.... Always willing to chat, responded quickly to e-mails, went over shots with husband even though we didn't have a scheduled appointment. The last week of progesterone inserts I was not comfortable using the ones that the pharmacy had sent (they were red) so they supplied me (at no charge) a weeks worth of inserts that were white to ease my mind.

Clinic [Reproductive Science Center] is ran very smoothly. There are several nurses and doctors so if your Dr/Nurse is not available someone else will be. They are willing to work with your schedule, if you "need" to be seen on a day that your doctor is off, they will find someone to see you.... We started on estrace, vitamin D, then progesterone shots, and progesterone inserts. Continued meds until week 9 of pregnancy, then tapered off. I am currently 17 weeks pregnant with a singleton.

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr Weckstein was kind and supportive in the whole process. He was optimistic, which at times was hard (due to a cycle previously not taking and miscarriages) but was appreciated. He walked me through each possible step and possibly outcomes. I felt that he truly cared about me as a person, not just a patient.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

To not be in a rush. He walks through everything in a slow calm manner, I am not a slow manner type person and it took me a minute to calm down. I was always wanting to rush through each appointment, he was patient and thorough.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr Weckstein felt like my dad. He seemed concerned over my concerns and wanted to make me feel completely comfortable. I was debating about PGS testing and he said, if you were my wife going through this I would say it's unnecessary. I appreciated his honesty and that he put himself in my shoes.

Describe the protocols Louis Weckstein used in your cycles at Reproductive Science Center and their degree of success.

We did FET. We started on estrace, vitamin D, then progesterone shots, and progesterone inserts. Continued meds until week 9 of pregnancy, then tapered off. I am currently 17 weeks pregnant with a singleton.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Science Center.

Always willing to chat, responded quickly to e-mails, went over shots with husband even though we didn't have a scheduled appointment. The last week of progesterone inserts I was not comfortable using the ones that the pharmacy had sent (they were red) so they supplied me (at no charge) a weeks worth of inserts that were white to ease my mind.

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

Clinic is ran very smoothly. There are several nurses and doctors so if your Dr/Nurse is not available someone else will be. They are willing to work with your schedule, if you "need" to be seen on a day that your doctor is off, they will find someone to see you.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center.

We had FET and total cost, not including medications, was around $5K.

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Louis Weckstein

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Reproductive Science Center

San Ramon

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

2005 - 2012, Successful

10

Age 38 - 45

7 IUI

3 IVF

Endometriosis

European

Income $100K - $199K

Teacher

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

Dr Weckstein is an extremely kind man. He is knowledgeable and builds a relationship through excellent communication and sharing of information. He was not pushy at all, and I never felt talked down to or treated in a condescending manner, like I have with other medical specialists. He is a humble man, easy to talk to, quick to respond to questions and concerns...cares deeply about his patients.

Very positive experience [with Reproductive Science Center]. Patients need to be very well versed on what, if anything their insurance covers. Office did a great job working with me and my insurance , but I had to be proactive. Insurance companies are all different, with Varied coverage. I didn’t expect office to know everything about my coverage, but they fought for what I was covered for!

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr Weckstein is an extremely kind man. He is knowledgeable and builds a relationship through excellent communication and sharing of information. He was not pushy at all, and I never felt talked down to or treated in a condescending manner, like I have with other medical specialists. He is a humble man, easy to talk to, quick to respond to questions and concerns.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

To trust him, he is a very good doctor and cares deeply about his patients.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

He was kind, respectful, and always cautiously optimistic. Never made promises, was realistic.

Describe the protocols Louis Weckstein used in your cycles at Reproductive Science Center and their degree of success.

On our third and final IVF cycle, he gave us the option of transferring 4 embryos, as he stated they were perfect. He didn’t push, but left it up to us. We chose to transfer all four. One took, and we have a beautiful girl! In the two previous cycles, we unsuccessfully transferred 3 embryos.

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Reproductive Science Center.

Very informed and did a fantastic job on training is in giving injections. Always returned calls quickly.

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

Very positive experience. Patients need to be very well versed on what, if anything their insurance covers. Office did a great job working with me and my insurance , but I had to be proactive. Insurance companies are all different, with Varied coverage. I didn’t expect office to know everything about my coverage, but they fought for what I was covered for!

Describe the costs associated with your care under Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center.

Our insurance covered all IUI, and all of the IVF, except for the medication.

Describe Louis Weckstein's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Science Center.

We were Very well educated in the risks of a multi-embryo transfers.

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Doctor

Louis Weckstein

Humanity

Communication

Frequency Seen

Trustworthiness

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Adaptability

10

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Reproductive Science Center

San Ramon

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Review of

Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

2012, Successful

9

Age 35

1 IVF

Diminished Ovarian Reserve

Male Factor

Uterine Fibroids

Unexplained

European

Income $200K - $499K

Engineer

2nd of 2 Docs

3 IUI With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Successful

Review of

Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

He [Dr. Louis Weckstein] was very nice and gave us honest opinions.... This clinic [RSC-San Ramon] uses a team, so while you might not always see your assigned doctor, they are all excellent. We saw 3 doctors and many nurses throughout our 1 cycle of IVF, which resulted in a twin pregnancy & twin birth- so we're very happy at the success resulting from this clinic.

The front office staff [at RSC-San Ramon] was often disorganized and not very polite, but I think that's often the case in medical clinics as this is not the first time I have experienced this. Wait times were often long....We used ICSI, which was an additional cost, but worth it to give us the best chances. One round is so expensive, we wanted the best chance of success. We didn't end up with any embryos to freeze..... The nurses were nice, but often there was a lot of waiting. I remember the front office staff being very disorganized.

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

This clinic uses a team, so while you might not always see your assigned doctor, they are all excellent. We saw 3 doctors and many nurses throughout our 1 cycle of IVF, which resulted in a twin pregnancy & twin birth- so we're very happy at the success resulting from this clinic.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Be patient with the treatment cycle, and go early in age. You have better chances in your 30's than you do older.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

He was very nice and gave us honest opinions.

Describe the protocols Louis Weckstein used in your cycles at Reproductive Science Center and their degree of success.

We used ICSI, which was an additional cost, but worth it to give us the best chances. One round is so expensive, we wanted the best chance of success. We didn't end up with any embryos to freeze.

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Reproductive Science Center.

The nurses were nice, but often there was a lot of waiting. I remember the front office staff being very disorganized.

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

The front office staff was often disorganized and not very polite, but I think that's often the case in medical clinics as this is not the first time I have experienced this. Wait times were often long.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center.

$9,000

Describe Louis Weckstein's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Science Center.

The clinic strongly recommends transfer of 2 embryos, and I was told it was a 50% chance that I would be pregnant. It worked and I had twins.

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Louis Weckstein

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Reproductive Science Center

San Ramon

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

2015 - 2016, Successful

10

Age 29 - 30

2 IVF

Diminished Ovarian Reserve

Unexplained

European

Income $50K - $99K

Entrepreneur

1st of 2 Docs

5 IUI With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

Successful

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

Dr Weckstein [at Reproductive Science Center] adjusted my second cycle accordingly and we had success and also were able to freeze 3 day 5 blasts. He was caring and informed....Dr Weckstein cared about us and our situation. Our success was his success....I purchased a 2 fresh unlimited frozen package. Used the first fresh with no success in October 2015. Used the second fresh which resulted in pregnancy in January 2016. The package includes all the blood work and monitoring apts, egg retreival and transfer and freeze costs for 6 months. It was around $23,000. I also paid for ICSI $1750 My meds total for both rounds equaled $5500. Roughly $30,000 total.

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr Weckstein adjusted my second cycle accordingly and we had success and also were able to freeze 3 day 5 blasts. He was caring and informed.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Go to him for infertility. He's been in the business over 30 years. He has a ton of knowledge with infertility. Very very smart man.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr Weckstein cared about us and our situation. Our success was his success.

Describe the protocols Louis Weckstein used in your cycles at Reproductive Science Center and their degree of success.

Can't remember the first protocol but I had 10 eggs and none fertilized. The second go around I did a micro dose Lupron protocol. I had 7 eggs and 6 fertilized. 4 made it to day 5 and were graded exceptionally high.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center.

I purchased a 2 fresh unlimited frozen package. Used the first fresh with no success in October 2015. Used the second fresh which resulted in pregnancy in January 2016. The package includes all the blood work and monitoring apts, egg retreival and transfer and freeze costs for 6 months. It was around $23,000. I also paid for ICSI $1750 My meds total for both rounds equaled $5500. Roughly $30,000 total.

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2017 - 2018, Unknown Success

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Age 40 - 41

2 IUI

2 IVF

Diminished Ovarian Reserve

European

Income $200K - $499K

Nurse or HC Services

Only Doc Seen

Strongly Recommends

Success w/ Doc Not sure

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

He [Dr. Louis Weckstein] has a lot of experience. He is very honest, but compassionate at the same time. He doesn't work every day, so I did see other doctors. They were also very kind and knowledgeable. Overall, the doctors seem to be the best you can get. Tons of experience, very supportive, and always patient.... Be patient. He knows what he is doing!... They [RSC Nurses] are on top of everything, work together well, and very compassionate.

Streamlined treatment. They [Repro Science Center - San Ramon] know what they are doing and do it well. I felt like everyone was invested in my treatment--from the phlebotomist to the financial counselors. They each did their job well! They all understood the burden of infertility.... They [nurses] are on top of everything, work together well, and very compassionate. I felt very comfortable with all of them.

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

He has a lot of experience. He is very honest, but compassionate at the same time. He doesn't work every day, so I did see other doctors. They were also very kind and knowledgeable. Overall, the doctors seem to be the best you can get. Tons of experience, very supportive, and always patient.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Be patient. He knows what he is doing!

Describe your experience with the nursing staff at Reproductive Science Center.

They are on top of everything, work together well, and very compassionate. I felt very comfortable with all of them.

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

Streamlined treatment. They know what they are doing and do it well. I felt like everyone was invested in my treatment--from the phlebotomist to the financial counselors. They each did their job well! They all understood the burden of infertility.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center.

$3000 Insurance covered most

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2020, Successful

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Age 28

23 IVF

Unexplained

Income $100K - $199K

1st of 2 Docs

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

I think dr. Weckstein is the best person who supported and care me through out my journey. He is kind enough to hear our worries and gave me positive thoughts that helped me a lot...I think single embryo transfer is better than multiple that prevents the chances of risks...my journey was well satisfied with his treatment plans

[the Reproductive Science Center nurses] Coordinated care and immediate response for questions...Well coordinated clinic. Patient friendly and provides with best care and treatment plans. Timely care is given. And all nurse, staff, doctors are kind and support you throughout your journey. I suggest this clinic for anyone trying for a successful pregnancy.

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

I think dr. Weckstein is the best person who supported and care me through out my journey. He is kind enough to hear our worries and gave me positive thoughts that helped me a lot. All the nurses and staffs in RSC are really kind and lovable.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Kindly follow all his instructions for the success

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr. Weckstein is kindhearted person. And my journey was well satisfied with his treatment plans

Describe the protocols Louis Weckstein used in your cycles at Reproductive Science Center and their degree of success.

All the treatment strategies was beneficial for the success.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Science Center. (Assigned nurse: Paula miller)

Excellent. Coordinated care and immediate response for questions

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

Well coordinated clinic. Patient friendly and provides with best care and treatment plans. Timely care is given. And all nurse, staff, doctors are kind and support you throughout your journey. I suggest this clinic for anyone trying for a successful pregnancy.

Describe your experience with your monitoring appointments at Reproductive Science Center.

Good

Describe Louis Weckstein's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Science Center.

I think single embryo transfer is better than multiple that prevents the chances of risks

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2018, Successful

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Age 34

1 IVF

Income $200K - $499K

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

Dr Weckstein is the most caring doctor I have ever had. He took the time to explain everything, make me feel comfortable. I had one failed transfer and he was just as down about it as I was. He suggested an era which came back normal but I was pregnant on my next transfer. His team is always available and they all celebrated my pregnancy as much as I did. ... Dr Weckstein makes you feel like you are his only patient. When he calls it is like a friend calling.

The billing department is a weakness. The rest of the staff [ Reproductive Science Center of Bay Area] is really great and I felt comfortable throughout the whole process. The office is very quick and appointments run on time. The portal to share information is great I found it very easy to communicate with everyone. ... Review the billing if using insurance. They cleared up everything right away but that was the only issue I had.

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr Weckstein is the most caring doctor I have ever had. He took the time to explain everything, make me feel comfortable. I had one failed transfer and he was just as down about it as I was. He suggested an era which came back normal but I was pregnant on my next transfer. His team is always available and they all celebrated my pregnancy as much as I did.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Review the billing if using insurance. They cleared up everything right away but that was the only issue I had.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr Weckstein makes you feel like you are his only patient. When he calls it is like a friend calling.

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

The billing department is a weakness. The rest of the staff is really great and I felt comfortable throughout the whole process. The office is very quick and appointments run on time. The portal to share information is great I found it very easy to communicate with everyone.

Describe Louis Weckstein's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Science Center.

Eset is recommended

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

2020, Successful

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Age 42

Unexplained

East Asian

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He [Dr. Weckstein] is very experienced and patient to answer all my questions. He is very organized and quiet knowledge. He sounds very considerate and very well to provide advice to support us. He explains the detailed process and makes sure we understanding before we do. Also, he respects our own willingness...

So far all good to me. the clinic looks very organized and has a very good lab...[the nurses of Reproductive Science Center are] Very organised and fast reaction...This is the most important. Financially, they provide a very clear package. In general, I have a very good impression so far. Also, they have different locations, that I can do some test nearby, very flexible.

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

He is very experienced and patient to answer all my questions. He is very organized and quiet knowledge. He sounds very considerate and very well to provide advice to support us. He explains the detailed process and makes sure we understanding before we do. Also, he respects our own willingness

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

not yet

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

HE is warm and patient

Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Science Center. (Assigned nurse: Paula )

Very organised and fast reaction.

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

So far all good to me. the clinic looks very organized and has a very good lab. This is the most important. Financially, they provide a very clear package. In general, I have a very good impression so far. Also, they have different locations, that I can do some test nearby, very flexible.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center.

I do not compare other clinics. So do not have too much comments

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2017 - 2018, Successful

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Age 36 - 37

1 IVF

Unexplained

European

Income $50K - $99K

Entrepreneur

1st of 3 Docs

5 IUI With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

He [Dr. Weckstein] is very kind, gentle and compassionate. He is extremely smart and professional in infertility so you knew your money was going to be well spent and he didn’t try or need to upscale you on things that maybe weren’t yet necessary if it all. He was honey and I trusted him completely ... We skipped IUI’s. ... but offered to try an iui cycle if I chose. ... He had reccomended only one but still felt comfortable with a transfer of 2

Billing department could use a little help, I tried to pay a bill several times with no call back. Other than that they [RSC] are classy professionals that know we are sensitive people all hoping for a baby at some point ... Clean, beautiful, up to date, staff is very friendly. ... Ultra sounds were in the am, ... There was a confusion on a dosage of medication. The fill in nurse sent an email with a different dosage of meds versus what she stated on a voicemail.

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

He is very kind, gentle and compassionate. He is extremely smart and professional in infertility so you knew your money was going to be well spent and he didn’t try or need to upscale you on things that maybe weren’t yet necessary if it all. He was honey and I trusted him completely

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Trust the process and his knowledge

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

He is very sincere and compassionate

Describe the protocols Louis Weckstein used in your cycles at Reproductive Science Center and their degree of success.

We skipped IUI’s. Because we had done 5 with another dr. He thought why waste more time and money let’s Go to ivf but offered to try an iui cycle if I chose. We took injectable meds, watched closely, let the eggs mature and fetched them. We did a fresh day 5 transfer of two embryos and became pregnant with with 1. He had reccomended only one but still felt comfortable with a transfer of 2

Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Science Center. (Assigned nurse: Laura coburn )

She was kind. Sweet, compassionate and followed through with dr. Wecksteins orders. She was able to relay messages and questions in a timely manner.

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

Clean, beautiful, up to date, staff is very friendly. Billing department could use a little help, I tried to pay a bill several times with no call back. Other than that they are classy professionals that know we are sensitive people all hoping for a baby at some point

Describe your experience with your monitoring appointments at Reproductive Science Center.

Ultra sounds were in the am, sometimes traffic was hideous and I would miss my appointment or be late:

Describe the costs associated with your care under Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center.

17000

Describe Louis Weckstein's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Science Center.

He encouraged 1 transfer but I was really excited and what to have it work. I thought 2 would increase my odds. Turns out it probably didn’t but together the Dr and myself still felt comfortable and were happy with the results even tho we only had one pregnancy

What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Science Center?

Provided conflicting information

Describe the specific things that went wrong at Reproductive Science Center.

There was a confusion on a dosage of medication. The fill in nurse sent an email with a different dosage of meds versus what she stated on a voicemail.

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2016 - 2018, Successful

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Age 36 - 38

1 IVF

1 Egg Freezing

Diminished Ovarian Reserve

South Asian

Middle Eastern

Income $200K - $499K

2nd of 2 Docs

3 IUI With Other Docs

Strongly Recommends

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

Our experience with Dr. Weckstein was great. We found him to be extremely knowledgeable, thorough in his review of our case, and also compassionate. ... At Dr. Weckstein's recommendation, we transferred a single embryo ... Dr. Weckstein was genuine and took the time to explain what my test results meant and what our options were. He was very informed and he gave my husband and I his recommendations as well as all the information we needed to make an informed decision about our treatment.

I found Dr. Weckstein and the RSC staff overall to be great. ... Again, this was an issue with my particular case manager from my first cycle. She worked an unusual schedule with odd hours and failed to call me with instructions on more than one occasion. I had communicated my frustrations and was assigned a different case manager. ... I was told my original case manager no longer works at RSC.

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Our experience with Dr. Weckstein was great. We found him to be extremely knowledgeable, thorough in his review of our case, and also compassionate. We started our IVF journey with Dr. Weckstein after several unsuccessful Clomid/Menopur and IUI cycles at Kaiser, and we have no regrets. Prior to IVF, we lost our first baby (conceived naturally) due to a rare fetal condition and were unable to conceive naturally again. In reviewing my medical history, he went out of his way to write a letter to our insurance company to justify coverage of the PGS screening for our embryos so we could avoid experiencing another loss. Because of this, we learned one of our Day-5 blasts was abnormal and would have ended in a miscarriage had we transferred it. At Dr. Weckstein's recommendation, we transferred a single embryo and we now have a healthy, beautiful 20 month old daughter. We are getting ready to transfer one of our 2 remaining frozen embryos with Dr. Weckstein this month and are hopeful it will be a successful pregnancy.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

I would say that you should trust him because he is experienced and knows what he's doing.

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr. Weckstein was genuine and took the time to explain what my test results meant and what our options were. He was very informed and he gave my husband and I his recommendations as well as all the information we needed to make an informed decision about our treatment.

Describe the protocols Louis Weckstein used in your cycles at Reproductive Science Center and their degree of success.

For my initial IVF cycle egg retrieval, I started on birth control pills on CD3 and stayed on them until CD14. On CD15 I had a baseline sonogram. I started stimulation 4 days later and was instructed to start daily baby Aspirin 81mg, FSH (Gonal f) 300 IU, and Menopur 150 IU for 10 days, adding Antagon (Ganirelix) (250mg) to the stimulation meds for the last 6 of those 10 days to prevent early ovulation. The next day I was instructed to discontinue FSH, Menopur, and Antagon, but continued baby aspirin. That evening I was instructed to give myself a trigger shot (Lupron 2mg) subcutaneiously. The following day I started my Azithromycin pack and had my retrieval 2 days later. I ended up with 11 mature eggs - more than anticipated. Fertilization report: 12 Mature eggs => 11 fertilized with ICSI • 6/19 Embryo progress update: 7 to 9 'Day 3' embryos • 6/22 Embryo progress update: 4 'Day 5' embryos - sent in for PGS - results due next Wednesday 6/29 PGS Results: 3 good embryos - 2 girls/1 boy 1 embryo with Trisomy 9

Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Science Center. (Assigned nurse: Sara Romero)

My first case manager wasn't the best communicator, but she no longer works at the clinic and the case manager who took over my case, Sara R., is great. The nursing staff in general was and continues to be very friendly and helpful.

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

I found Dr. Weckstein and the RSC staff overall to be great. The only weakness with my first IVF cycle was that it was difficult to get through to my original case manager/the staff via phone, but I'm currently going through the process again for baby #2 and have found that this issue seems to have been resolved.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center.

I had partial insurance coverage for the egg retrieval and first FET, so my out of pocket cost was about $12k for those 2 cycles. This included all the "extras" such as my share for the medication co-pays and opting for ICSI. I'm currently doing my 3rd FET (2nd FET ended in miscarriage) and the cost for the FET with no insurance coverage was approximately $5000 (medications included).

Describe Louis Weckstein's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Science Center.

Dr. Weckstein encouraged eSET for us because he said I had good quality embryos and I was 36 at the time. He didn't want to create any unnecessary risks by transferring more embryos. Our highest priority was to have a healthy baby and give him/her the best chance possible for a full term delivery.

What specific things went wrong at Reproductive Science Center?

Failed to call with results

Describe the specific things that went wrong at Reproductive Science Center.

Again, this was an issue with my particular case manager from my first cycle. She worked an unusual schedule with odd hours and failed to call me with instructions on more than one occasion. I had communicated my frustrations and was assigned a different case manager. I was told my original case manager no longer works at RSC.

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2017, Successful

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Age 34

Diminished Ovarian Reserve

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1st of 3 Docs

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

Dr. Weckstein fought for us with our insurance. He was so supportive and always called me with results. After having to switch clinics, he was a godsend. ... Dr Weckstein made you feel confident in the approach but at the same time made you feel comfortable if you had any suggestions. He took care of us like we were his only patients. He is a very caring man!

The clinic [Reproductive Science Center] is very busy but you are treated with respect and dignity. The finance team is amazing as well. They are understanding of the cost and what it takes to grow your family. They work with you. ... Laura always answers our emails and messages. She made me feel supported. ... Because we had to switch clinics mid cycle we didn’t do the egg harvesting at RSC.

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr Weckstein made you feel confident in the approach but at the same time made you feel comfortable if you had any suggestions. He took care of us like we were his only patients. He is a very caring man!

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

He is very sought after so if you happen to see one of his colleagues know that they are just as reputable as he is!

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Dr. Weckstein fought for us with our insurance. He was so supportive and always called me with results. After having to switch clinics, he was a godsend.

Describe the protocols Louis Weckstein used in your cycles at Reproductive Science Center and their degree of success.

Because we had to switch clinics mid cycle we didn’t do the egg harvesting at RSC. We shipped out frozen eggs and had them fertilized at RSC. We used birth control to prep for the frozen transfer.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Science Center. (Assigned nurse: Laura Colbourn)

Laura always answers our emails and messages. She made me feel supported.

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

The clinic is very busy but you are treated with respect and dignity. The finance team is amazing as well. They are understanding of the cost and what it takes to grow your family. They work with you.

Describe the costs associated with your care under Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center.

We had insurance but we paid $5,000 In costs

Describe Louis Weckstein's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Reproductive Science Center.

Because one of our eggs had 1 lower quality egg Dr Weckstein agreed that we could transfer two.

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Age 35

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4th of 4 Docs

3 IUI With Other Docs

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Louis Weckstein Reproductive Science Center

He [Dr. Louis Weckstein] was very personable and engaging. He was clear and thorough. He asked questions and listened to the answers...Since we’ve only had one appointment we felt confident in the possible out come and future plans. Everything that was explained made sense. It encouraged us to move forward. Even though nothing is concrete yet we believe Weckstein and his team is a good fit for us... he knows what he is doing and extremely knowledgeable

[The nurses at the Reproductive Science Center are] Very sweet and kind. Interested in us and helping us through the process...I did not witness any weaknesses. The clinic is clean and inviting. No weekend appointments...Staff is thorough. Clinic tries not to charge you unnecessarily. They want to work with you as best as possible. They have your best interest at heart...He [Dr. Louis Weckstein] was very personable and engaging. He was clear and thorough. He asked questions and listened to the answers...Since we’ve only had one appointment we felt confident in the possible out come and future plans. Everything that was explained made sense. It encouraged us to move forward. Even though nothing is concrete yet we believe Weckstein and his team is a good fit for us... he knows what he is doing and extremely knowledgeable

How was your experience with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Since we’ve only had one appointment we felt confident in the possible out come and future plans. Everything that was explained made sense. It encouraged us to move forward. Even though nothing is concrete yet we believe Weckstein and his team is a good fit for us.

What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

Relax and just give him as much information as you can. Have your records available ahead of time to assist with making a good plan. Don’t worry he knows what he is doing and extremely knowledgeable

During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Louis Weckstein at Reproductive Science Center?

He was very personable and engaging. He was clear and thorough. He asked questions and listened to the answers.

Describe your experience with your nurse at Reproductive Science Center. (Assigned nurse: Kayla Mercer)

Very sweet and kind. Interested in us and helping us through the process.

Describe your experience with Reproductive Science Center.

I did not witness any weaknesses. The clinic is clean and inviting. No weekend appointments but the have clinics available. Staff is thorough. Clinic tries not to charge you unnecessarily. They want to work with you as best as possible. They have your best interest at heart

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