Terence Lee
Fertility Care of Orange County
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Medical SchoolU. of California Irvine
ResidencyU. of California Irvine
FellowshipUCLA
Brea
203 North Brea Blvd
Brea, CA 92821
(714)256-0777
8 assessments
10
Age
25 - 28
Treated
2015 - 2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Male Factor, Other, Unexplained
10
Dr lee has always made me feel there was hope. ... I have unexplained infertility and my husband also had extremly low sperm count. For our last transfer he advised to do 2 embryos for the first time and he wanted to do both untested. ... He always had his next move planned out. I know I was an extremely hard case. ... I saw him every single visit and he would even fit me in if I called and was concerned about something.
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Age
25 - 28
Treated
2015 - 2018
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Sales Representative
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Male Factor, Other, Unexplained
10
How was your experience with Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
Incredible bedside manor and a fun/easy way of explaining things which I really needed during such a stressful time in my life. Always left his office with hope. Will be back to try to grow our family in the future. I saw him every single visit and he would even fit me in if I called and was concerned about something. Never felt rushed.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
I did my research for months and chose him over many others because I had heard/read his bedside manor was the best around. I even drove over 50 miles for every appt to go to him and I’m so incredibly happy I did!
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
Dr lee has always made me feel there was hope. Himself and his staff feel like part of my family and his bedside manor is incredible.
Describe the protocols Terence Lee used in your cycles at Fertility Care of Orange County and their degree of success.
I don’t remember the nitty grittys but I do remember him regularly checking to see how my body was reacting to my meds and made adjustments when necessary. He was very good at having his patients produce a lot of eggs for retrieval’s and he personally does all of his procedures.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Fertility Care of Orange County. (Assigned nurse: Mey (love her) and Jacqueline who moved away :()
There are no words to how amazing his nursing staff is. Mey would call me back or email me at any hour of the day or night and talk me down if I was panicking. Incredibly sweet. I also got very close to Jacqueline but she moved up north recently. I literally cried while hugging her on her last day.
Describe your experience with Fertility Care of Orange County.
Everything about this place is incredible. The office is small so they have to send off a lot of blood work but they get back to you super fast. They still do quite a bit of testing in office and get results in a few hours.
Describe your experience with your monitoring appointments at Fertility Care of Orange County.
I was monitored at every single appt. He is able to monitor at all hours of operation.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County.
I don’t remember much except infertility is expensive!
Describe Terence Lee's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Fertility Care of Orange County.
He always left it up to us but he gave his advice. First 4 transfers were PGT with 2 miscarriages, one chemical and one negative. I have unexplained infertility and my husband also had extremly low sperm count. For our last transfer he advised to do 2 embryos for the first time and he wanted to do both untested. Ended up with my miracle baby boy. He always had his next move planned out. I know I was an extremely hard case.
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8
Age
30
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
IUI
Diagnosis
Unexplained
8
Dr. Lee takes a comprehensive approach, looking at many aspects of your life rather than just medical history. I felt like I was really heard and my preferences and comfort were taken into account in developing a treatment plan.... Strong communicator and willing to be flexible with your plan based on what works for you. He explained every step as he went so you truly get an idea of what is going on and what is to come. He listened to all concerns, answered all questions, and told us to call any time we had additional questions.
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Age
30
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$200K - $499K
Occupation
Operations
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
IUI
Diagnosis
Unexplained
8
How was your experience with Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
Strong communicator and willing to be flexible with your plan based on what works for you. He explained every step as he went so you truly get an idea of what is going on and what is to come. He listened to all concerns, answered all questions, and told us to call any time we had additional questions.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
Be aware that infertility treatments are high cost going on. Be open and honest about all concerns.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
It is a small office where the entire staff knows your name. You can get in quickly and you never wait more than a few minutes to be seen. Dr. Lee takes a comprehensive approach, looking at many aspects of your life rather than just medical history. I felt like I was really heard and my preferences and comfort were taken into account in developing a treatment plan.
Describe the protocols Terence Lee used in your cycles at Fertility Care of Orange County and their degree of success.
Did a consultation with ultrasound, medical history, and lifestyle review first. Recommended three months of fertility drugs first and a semen analysis. If everything looked good, explained we would then proceed to IUI for 3 cycles before considering IVF. We’re currently getting ready to start our first IUI.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Overall very strong. They all work together to answer any questions you have and provide good coordination.
Describe your experience with Fertility Care of Orange County.
It’s a little more costly than others, but appears to have better results. You also have greater access to the nursing staff and doctor than other clinics. They’re up front about costs and checking with your insurance to see what is covered. I really like that it’s a small team and they can get you in without having to wait months on end.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County.
Our insurance has covered the diagnostic procedures, so we’ve only been subject to the copay. Without insurance, the initial consultation is $290.
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Verified
This patient has provided documentation of treatment at this clinic.
10
Age
33
Treated
2017
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
2 IUI
Diagnosis
Anovulation, Endometriosis, PCOS, Tubal Blockage
10
A very nice doctor [Dr. Lee]. My husband really liked him..Dr. Lee has recommended us to go the I ivf rought...He did all the ultrasounds and iui. He seems busy. But that's a good thing. I loved how he throughly looked over my paper work on my initial visit...I appreciate him not throwing a ton of unnecessary tests at me. Like a doctor before him had. I especially love how small and uncommercial his office is. Not a stuffy place that treats you like big Business...I felt human. However it is still a business and he seems busy
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Age
33
Treated
2017
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
3rd of 3 Docs
Treatment
2 IUI
Diagnosis
Anovulation, Endometriosis, PCOS, Tubal Blockage
10
How was your experience with Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
A very nice doctor. My husband really liked him. He did all the ultrasounds and iui. He seems busy. But that's a good thing. I loved how he throughly looked over my paper work on my initial visit. We tried and an iui and it was unsuccessful. I appreciate him not throwing a ton of unnecessary tests at me. Like a doctor before him had. I especially love how small and uncommercial his office is. Not a stuffy place that treats you like big Business
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
Bring all of your paperwork from previous diagnosis so he can look over. Trust him he is good at his job
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
I felt human. However it is still a business and he seems busy
Describe the protocols Terence Lee used in your cycles at Fertility Care of Orange County and their degree of success.
I did a stimulated iui cycle using clomid and Gonal-F. I produced 8 eggs. Four on each side. I have a blocked tube on one side so we were hoping the other side would catch something. Unfortunately it was unsuccessful. Dr. Lee has recommended us to go the I ivf rought. Starting soon. Once financial arrangements are figured out.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The girls are sweet. A little young and still learning. That's what I got from some. You can hear them on the phone with other patients. once I heard the nurse trying to explain to a patient that her insurance doesn't cover anything. After she hung up she was mumbling with the other nurses about it. The nurse could have had a little more compassion. But I'm sure it can be trying to have the same conversation daily with new patients.
Describe your experience with Fertility Care of Orange County.
Strength is that all the nurses work together as a team.
Weakness is they seem busy and do give to much information on what to do expect ect.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County.
I would say that he is about the same as most clinics around my area. Maybe slightly more. First initial visit was 350$ iui was 1450$ and medication was $1000 plus additional 75$ to talk to the doctor about moving to ivf
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10
Age
34
Treated
2015
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
1 IUI, 1 IVF, 1 Embryo Freezing
Diagnosis
Unexplained
10
Dr. Lee was very to the point, honest and eased my anxiety at every appointment. When I was unsure of my IVF protocol due to a low amount of follicles he reassured me that things were fine. I'm glad I listened to him and didn't cancel my cycle.... I did the "normal" antagonist protocol with lupron, bravelle and an HCG trigger. Dr. Lee also recommends ICSI for all his patients as well as assisted hatching. He also had me use an HCG trigger throughout my frozen embryo cycle to mimic ovulation. He also highly recommended PGS testing, which we had done on our 5 embryos. We are so happy we did because one of our 5AA graded embryos was nonviable, therefore he prevented me from having a miscarriage, had that embryo been transferred.
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Age
34
Treated
2015
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Consultant
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
1 IUI, 1 IVF, 1 Embryo Freezing
Diagnosis
Unexplained
10
How was your experience with Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
Dr. Lee was very to the point, honest and eased my anxiety at every appointment. When I was unsure of my IVF protocol due to a low amount of follicles he reassured me that things were fine. I'm glad I listened to him and didn't cancel my cycle.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
He does some out of the box protocols and trust him with his knowledge. Also know that he works with the number one lab and embryologists in the area. He is also up to date with the most recent research and due to this only performs frozen embryo transfers since there is a higher success rate.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
I never had to wait more than 10 minutes for my appointment, Dr. Lee conducted all of my ultrasounds/egg retrieval and egg transfer. I worked with one nurse while at his clinic.
Describe the protocols Terence Lee used in your cycles at Fertility Care of Orange County and their degree of success.
I did the "normal" antagonist protocol with lupron, bravelle and an HCG trigger. Dr. Lee also recommends ICSI for all his patients as well as assisted hatching. He also had me use an HCG trigger throughout my frozen embryo cycle to mimic ovulation. He also highly recommended PGS testing, which we had done on our 5 embryos. We are so happy we did because one of our 5AA graded embryos was nonviable, therefore he prevented me from having a miscarriage, had that embryo been transferred.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Fertility Care of Orange County. (Assigned nurse: Julie)
I have anxiety and had a ton of anxiety and concern my cycle would fail and every time she reassured me that everything would work out and I had great chances for success. I can't remember how many times Julie calmed me down and prevented tears!
Describe your experience with Fertility Care of Orange County.
Honesty, compassionate staff and doctor, never having to wait more then 10 minutes for your appointment and having Dr. Lee present at every appointment. Dr. Lee had a surrogate for his first son, which made him able to relate to his patients in a compassionate manner. Sharing that with us made us feel connected to him.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County.
$5,800.00 for PGS testing, $14,000 for the IVF/Frozen Transfer/Ultrasounds and bloodwork, $6,000 for IVF medication, $2,500.00 for FET medication.
Describe Terence Lee's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Fertility Care of Orange County.
He gave us an over 80% chance of implantation with a PGS tested embryo, therefore we went along with an eSET.
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10
Age
34 - 37
Treated
2010 - 2013
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
2 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
PCOS, Uterine Fibroids, Unexplained
10
Dr. Lee took note of personal factors about each of us and related stories and plans specifically to us. My husband played baseball and he would use baseball terms. We were both educators and he would relate things to teaching. He made us feel like he personally cared and we mattered to him/his team... he was personally going through treatment with a surrogate to conceive his own child with a donor egg. He could personally and professionally relate. He was transparent and vulnerable. He remembered small details about us and references them in future appointments. He truly cared for us and our treatment/future success.
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Age
34 - 37
Treated
2010 - 2013
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Teacher
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
2 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
PCOS, Uterine Fibroids, Unexplained
10
How was your experience with Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
Not only is Dr. Lee a knowledgeable professional, he was personally going through treatment with a surrogate to conceive his own child with a donor egg. He could personally and professionally relate. He was transparent and vulnerable. He remembered small details about us and references them in future appointments. He truly cared for us and our treatment/future success.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
There are no dumb questions and he’s heard it all/seen it all!
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
Dr. Lee took note of personal factors about each of us and related stories and plans specifically to us. My husband played baseball and he would use baseball terms. We were both educators and he would relate things to teaching. He made us feel like he personally cared and we mattered to him/his team.
Describe the protocols Terence Lee used in your cycles at Fertility Care of Orange County and their degree of success.
It’s been seven years... I just don’t recall.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
We had one timing miscommunication with the nursing staff during an IUI cycle with injectibles and a nurse had erroneously told us the office would be closed for the holidays and we would have to repeat the cycle. We were devastated! I sent an email directly to Dr. Lee expressing my frustration and he immediately cleared things up and they were in fact available to do my IUI during the holiday. He appropriately handled the nurse who’d miscommunicated and we felt comfortable moving forward.
Describe your experience with Fertility Care of Orange County.
Easy to find, flexible appointment scheduling, quick response time, clean space in a private environment. Parking was convenient and easy. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. I felt like we asked a million questions with every appointment and they patiently and appropriately addressed each one.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County.
We paid approximately $25,000 out of pocket for multiple IUIs; egg retrieval and fresh embryo transfer; frozen embryo transfer after two years of storage.
Describe Terence Lee's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Fertility Care of Orange County.
He presented our options and made a recommendation that we ultimately went with (two embryos transferred each time).
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10
Age
35
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
1 Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
Tubal Blockage
10
He [Dr. Lee] spent over an hour for our initial consultation and made us feel important and heard. I felt like he could easily rush us but he didn’t....My experience was that he was extremely thorough and during his assessment, he got to know us as a couple before anything else. I almost felt like it was a couples marital session. He is very gentle in his approach.
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Age
35
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
?
Race
East Asian
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
1 Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
Tubal Blockage
10
How was your experience with Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
My experience was that he was extremely thorough and during his assessment, he got to know us as a couple before anything else. I almost felt like it was a couples marital session. He is very gentle in his approach.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
To not be afraid and he will be able to let you know the best course of treatment.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
He spent over an hour for our initial consultation and made us feel important and heard. I felt like he could easily rush us but he didn’t.
Describe the protocols Terence Lee used in your cycles at Fertility Care of Orange County and their degree of success.
We have not done actual treatment yet as our only option is IVF and we’re saving money for it. He has been trying to see if I potentially have cysts so he prescribed birth control due to my irregular cycle in order to assess. He also made me feel that my own diagnosis of endometriosis is probably likely which explains so much that I was not aware of in the past 15 years.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Fertility Care of Orange County. (Assigned nurse: Grace)
Did not initially return my email until I sent another one and said something. It wasn’t that I had asked her anything but I felt she should acknowledge receipt, especially since it was my first email to the clinic.
Describe your experience with Fertility Care of Orange County.
The waiting room is average. Nice office building. Front desk fairly nice, always smiles. The nurses had some miscommunication but nothing major. First session was on time. Second the doctor was running 30 minutes late but the doctor is very thorough so it is understandable.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County.
The initial consultation includes an ultrasound and was almost half less than two other clinics I had contacted.
Describe Terence Lee's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Fertility Care of Orange County.
Have not made it here yet
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9
Age
37
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
1 IUI
Diagnosis
PCOS
9
My first impression was he [Dr. Terrance Lee] seemed rushed although he explained the process. I assume due to his success rate, his plate is full. I can't tell if he was really genuine or if I was just a number.... I was diagnosed with PCOS. He put me on a very strict diet. The process has been successful in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and improving issues with my egg quality.
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Age
37
Treated
2018
Success with this Doc
?
Race
East Asian
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
1 IUI
Diagnosis
PCOS
9
How was your experience with Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
I initially came to this doctor as reviews were outstanding results for him. My first impression was he seemed rushed although he explained the process. I assume due to his success rate, his plate is full. I can't tell if he was really genuine or if I was just a number. With faith, I am still visiting him hoping for a baby or more.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
Have faith and don't take his swift personality personally. He is very knowledgeable, just a very busy popular doctor.
Describe the protocols Terence Lee used in your cycles at Fertility Care of Orange County and their degree of success.
I was diagnosed with PCOS. He put me on a very strict diet. The process has been successful in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and improving issues with my egg quality.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
All friendly and knowledgeable.
Describe your experience with Fertility Care of Orange County.
Very organized, staff are friendly, seems promising. I've been to another fertility specialist for 2-3 years and not once did he take a ultrasound! That's standard! I felt like I lost 2 years of what could been but should've known better. This facility is very legit. I feel and see progress each time. Hope is gained, not lost.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County.
About 800 out of pocket for IUI if your insurance deductable has not been met. IVF meds alone would be 4000-6000 depending on your body. 2500 for genetic testing. All else depends on your insurance.
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This patient has provided documentation of treatment at this clinic.
10
Age
33
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
1 IUI
Diagnosis
—
10
My husband and I have been seeing Dr. Lee and his staff for a couple months. We did our first IUI cycle, which wasn't a success, but the experience so far has been great. Appointments are ran efficiently and the staff [Fertility Care of Orange County] have been great in responding to my emails and answering my questions. ... 1st IUI with 50 mg Clomid (negative) 2nd IUI with 100 mg Clomid (current cycle), HSG test
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Age
33
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
?
Race
Other
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
1 IUI
Diagnosis
—
10
How was your experience with Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
My husband and I have been seeing Dr. Lee and his staff for a couple months. We did our first IUI cycle, which wasn't a success, but the experience so far has been great. Appointments are ran efficiently and the staff have been great in responding to my emails and answering my questions. We're about to do our 2nd IUI cycle and we're hoping it works!
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
Come ready with all your questions!
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County?
The staff was very friendly and their office is very efficient. Everyone has been very helpful and prompt in answering my questions.
Describe the protocols Terence Lee used in your cycles at Fertility Care of Orange County and their degree of success.
1st IUI with 50 mg Clomid (negative)
2nd IUI with 100 mg Clomid (current cycle), HSG test
Describe your experience with Fertility Care of Orange County.
The clinic runs very smoothly and efficiently. I'm not waiting long to see Dr. Lee and all the nurses/staff are very kind and helpful. I can easily shoot them an email if I have a follow up concern/question.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Terence Lee at Fertility Care of Orange County.
$1150 for IUI w/Clomid (not including the cost of the meds)
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