Willie Zoma
Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center
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Medical SchoolU. Si Farmacie Davila
ResidencyNew York Med Col
FellowshipU. of Cincinnati
Danville
100 N Academy Ave
Danville, PA 17822
1.800.275.6401
11 assessments
10
10
Age
34 - 35
Treated
2019 - 2020
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
1 IVF, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
Other
10
10
He empathized when I felt frustration about having to delay my injection cycle. ... Just realize that he is not a warm fuzzy doctor but that is likely due to cultural differences. ... he explained everything very well and kept me fully updated every step of the way. He definitely wants the best outcome for his patients. ... Diagnosed with a large ovarian cyst at my first scan. Hoping it would go away he monitored it for several months before scheduling a cystectomy. Cystectomy performed and was clear at my scan a month after surgery. Next month started Follistim and Menopur, then added Ganirelex on day 8. Retrieval on day 15 with planned freezing for PGT-A testing and eventual frozen transfer. 18 eggs retrieved, 17 fertilized, 12 made it to blast, 6 PGT-A tested normal. FET on hold for now due to COVID.
His staff [Geisinger Med Center Fert Center] is AMAZING!!! I was updated every step of the way and they celebrated my ups and downs with me and never made me feel like I was bothering them with my millions of questions. ... Clinic is part of a larger hospital system so it is a one stop for all of my treatment. I will be able to transfer right to OB once I am pregnant which is right next door to my RE. Easy physical access to clinic. Easy scheduling appointments. The staff was warm and extremely helpful.
Age
34 - 35
Treated
2019 - 2020
Success with this Doc
?
Race
Other
Income
$0 - $49K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
1 IVF, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
Other
10
10
How was your experience with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
He has a different cultural background so there is a bit of cultural difference but he explained everything very well and kept me fully updated every step of the way. He definitely wants the best outcome for his patients.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Just realize that he is not a warm fuzzy doctor but that is likely due to cultural differences.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
I had to go through a cystectomy before I could start injections because of a large persistent ovarian cyst. He empathized when I felt frustration about having to delay my injection cycle. His staff is AMAZING!!! I was updated every step of the way and they celebrated my ups and downs with me and never made me feel like I was bothering them with my millions of questions.
Describe the protocols Willie Zoma used in your cycles at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center and their degree of success.
Diagnosed with a large ovarian cyst at my first scan. Hoping it would go away he monitored it for several months before scheduling a cystectomy. Cystectomy performed and was clear at my scan a month after surgery. Next month started Follistim and Menopur, then added Ganirelex on day 8. Retrieval on day 15 with planned freezing for PGT-A testing and eventual frozen transfer. 18 eggs retrieved, 17 fertilized, 12 made it to blast, 6 PGT-A tested normal. FET on hold for now due to COVID.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center. (Assigned nurse: Ashley)
All of Dr. Zoma's staff is AMAZING!!!! Ashley and Susan (nurses) were extremely prompt in answering my questions and never made me feel like a bother for asking them. Laura (sonographer) always chatted with me and shared in the ups and downs when I was dealing with an ovarian cyst that wouldn't go away. Molly (tech) made me feel so comfortable when I was nervous especially at my first appointment. And I don't know everyone else's names but from the front desk to other techs and nurses they are all amazing at what they do and you can tell they truly care about their patients.
Describe your experience with Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
Clinic is part of a larger hospital system so it is a one stop for all of my treatment. I will be able to transfer right to OB once I am pregnant which is right next door to my RE. Easy physical access to clinic. Easy scheduling appointments. The staff was warm and extremely helpful.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
My treatment was mostly covered by my insurance. I had to pay around 1700.00 for medications, my 500.00 medical deductible per year, 150.00 for scans, 1000.00 for donor sperm and 3200.00 for PGT-A testing on 12 embryos.
Describe Willie Zoma's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
Because I had PGT-A testing and no known fertility issues other than age my doctor advised against transferring more than one embryo.
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10
10
Age
32
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
4 IUI
Diagnosis
—
10
10
Dr Zoma is a very knowledgeable person in his field. He made sure to explain every aspect of what was going on. Has a great bedside manner and is easily approachable with any questions that you may have. He makes you feel comfortable and eases your nerves when you meet him...So far Dr Zoma has has only done my test to see if my tubes were blocked, one of my baseline ultrasounds, and my IVF consultation. He always explains everything thoroughly prior to whatever procedure he is doing, as well as during the procedure itself.
Everyone in the office [Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center] is nice, and helpful. They will all answer any questions you may have, they’ll help get procedures approved through your insurance, etc. they will go above and beyond for you...They [nursing staff] are all super sweet, kind, supportive, and anything else that you may want in nursing staff! In my opinion, they are exceptional!...Dr Zoma is a very knowledgeable person in his field. He made sure to explain every aspect of what was going on. Has a great bedside manner and is easily approachable with any questions that you may have. He makes you feel comfortable and eases your nerves when you meet him...So far Dr Zoma has has only done my test to see if my tubes were blocked, one of my baseline ultrasounds, and my IVF consultation. He always explains everything thoroughly prior to whatever procedure he is doing, as well as during the procedure itself.
Age
32
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
?
Race
Other
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 2 Docs
Treatment
4 IUI
Diagnosis
—
10
10
How was your experience with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Again, Dr Zoma is a very knowledgeable person in his field. He made sure to explain every aspect of what was going on. Has a great bedside manner and is easily approachable with any questions that you may have. He makes you feel comfortable and eases your nerves when you meet him.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Just listen carefully. He does have a slight accent that can be difficult to understand if you aren’t paying close attention.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Dr Zoma made sure I was comfortable when he performed the test to check and see if my tubes were blocked. He explained everything that was going to happen, and alerted me to know when he was going to do something before he did it. He also took a great deal of time to explain the IVF process at our consultation. He made sure we understood everything he explained prior to us leaving the apportionment.
Describe the protocols Willie Zoma used in your cycles at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center and their degree of success.
So far Dr Zoma has has only done my test to see if my tubes were blocked, one of my baseline ultrasounds, and my IVF consultation. He always explains everything thoroughly prior to whatever procedure he is doing, as well as during the procedure itself.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nursing staff at Geisinger - Danville is phenomenal! They are all super sweet, kind, supportive, and anything else that you may want in nursing staff! In my opinion, they are exceptional!
Describe your experience with Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
Everyone in the office is nice, and helpful. They will all answer any questions you may have, they’ll help get procedures approved through your insurance, etc. they will go above and beyond for you.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
Unsure as most of this process for me has been covered by my insurance. That could change for IVF though
Describe Willie Zoma's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
He will do two embryos for transfer if we didn’t have genetic testing done prior to. If we had that elective testing done, they would only do one transfer.
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10
10
Age
28 - 29
Treated
2018 - 2019
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
5 Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
Anovulation, PCOS
10
10
Dr. Zoma sees me every visit and always takes the time to explain if I have any questions. He has even done my ultrasounds if the tech is busy that moment. He makes sure to ask if I understand how to give my injections every cycle. He explained everything in length in the beginning and continues to do so.... WE have done timed intercourse for a full 4 cycles. I started with clomid and hcg injections, since im anovulatory with PCOS. I did one full cycle with clomid. I did take clomid for 2 cycles though. The first there was a mass in my uterus that was found for my mid cycle scan tha tneeded to be removed by Dr. Zoma.
The clinic [Geisinger Medical Fertility Center] gets you in when it is convenient for you. They don't make you wait long. The staff is absolutely amazing. The ultrasound tech is an absolute miracle and makes sure you stay positive . She makes sure to turn the screen and show you everything on every ultrasound.... The costs are all reasonable and everything was discussed with a financial advisor before anything was done
Age
28 - 29
Treated
2018 - 2019
Success with this Doc
?
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
Nurse or HC Services
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
5 Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
Anovulation, PCOS
10
10
How was your experience with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Dr. Zoma sees me every visit and always takes the time to explain if I have any questions. He has even done my ultrasounds if the tech is busy that moment. He makes sure to ask if I understand how to give my injections every cycle. He explained everything in length in the beginning and continues to do so.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
If you don't understand what he says ever... ask :)
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
The staff know your name as soon as you walk in the door. They give you hope when they say they know youll be in their office getting ultrasounds for better reasons
Describe the protocols Willie Zoma used in your cycles at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center and their degree of success.
WE have done timed intercourse for a full 4 cycles. I started with clomid and hcg injections, since im anovulatory with PCOS. I did one full cycle with clomid. I did take clomid for 2 cycles though. The first there was a mass in my uterus that was found for my mid cycle scan tha tneeded to be removed by Dr. Zoma. The second was a full cycle that ended in a cyst. He then changed my medication to Femara to see if we would have better results and less complications. I have completed 2 rounds and I am in my 3rd round of femara and hcg injections. Currently in my two week wait.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
They remember your name and are always smiling when they see you. They are personable and remembers all of your protocols and medications.
Describe your experience with Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
The clinic gets you in when it is convenient for you. They don't make you wait long. The staff is absolutely amazing. The ultrasound tech is an absolute miracle and makes sure you stay positive . She makes sure to turn the screen and show you everything on every ultrasound.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
The costs are all reasonable and everything was discussed with a financial advisor before anything was done
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8
9
Age
24 - 28
Treated
2014 - 2018
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
1 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor
8
9
Dr. Zoma was sometimes very personable, very nice, and communicated well with us at our appointments. At other appointments I felt like he wasjust there because it was his job. It was a hit or miss.... My first treatment dr zoma wanted to try was IUI. We wanted to go the less expensive route first. After doing the insemination, dr zoma told us that my husbands sperm analysis showed that his sperm was not very mobile, meaning that the chances of iui working was slim. I felt very discouraged. We went back two weeks later after getting a negative pregnancy test. Dr zoma told us that he personally felt we would be wasting our time and money doing more iuis based on my husbands sperm analysis.
Clinic [Geisninger Medical Ctr] is clean and nice! It is in a great location. I have no complaints about the clinic. They run everything in a timely manner and the front desk staff is very friendly! I’m not sure what else to say about the clinic.... I absolutely LOVED all the nurses at dr zoma office!... Ivf package was $9,997 out of pocket. Cost had to be paid up front before any treatment was done. Medication was a separate cost that we had to pay for.
Age
24 - 28
Treated
2014 - 2018
Success with this Doc
?
Race
Other
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
1 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor
8
9
How was your experience with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Dr. Zoma was sometimes very personable, very nice, and communicated well with us at our appointments. At other appointments I felt like he wasjust there because it was his job. It was a hit or miss.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
I’m not sure
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Nurses in the office are so wonderful and make you feel comfortable! Dr. Zoma is a great doctor but he was not a personable at times as I would had liked him to be.
Describe the protocols Willie Zoma used in your cycles at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center and their degree of success.
My first treatment dr zoma wanted to try was IUI. We wanted to go the less expensive route first. After doing the insemination, dr zoma told us that my husbands sperm analysis showed that his sperm was not very mobile, meaning that the chances of iui working was slim. I felt very discouraged. We went back two weeks later after getting a negative pregnancy test. Dr zoma told us that he personally felt we would be wasting our time and money doing more iuis based on my husbands sperm analysis. He recommended we go straight to IVF w/ ICSI. We agreed and moved forward with the IVF process. Dr zoma recommended we do a fresh transfer with our IVF and freeze the remaining embryos. We transferred two day 5 embryos and it resulted in a negative pregnancy. We had 4 remaining embryos to freeze so we went back a few months later and did a frozen embryo transfer. We transferred two embryos and that resulted in a single pregnancy. Our son was born in may 2016 and is now a happy healthy 2 year old. We went back in June 2018 to use our remaining two frozen embryos. I followed the same protocol as my first FET but this time it did not work and my beta was negative.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
I absolutely LOVED all the nurses at dr zoma office!
Describe your experience with Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
Clinic is clean and nice! It is in a great location. I have no complaints about the clinic. They run everything in a timely manner and the front desk staff is very friendly! I’m not sure what else to say about the clinic.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
Ivf package was $9,997 out of pocket. Cost had to be paid up front before any treatment was done. Medication was a separate cost that we had to pay for.
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10
9
Age
35 - 37
Treated
2016 - 2018
Success with this Doc
?
Treatment
1 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor
10
9
He [Dr. Willie Zoma] really listens to what u have to say and he likes to make sure u understand what's going on and he tries to work with u...he's not big on FMLA paperwork... when I had my chemical pregnancy after the ivf he was very understanding and caring but would not sign papers or give me any pain meds...I was informed everyone experiences it different otherwise I am very happy with him
Normally they [nurses at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center] are great with getting back to u with results and things...but the last time we had an analysis done for my husband it felt like phone tag just to get the results...Don't really know what to say they over all seemed nice and of course u always have ones u like more then others but don't really have any complaints about any of them
Age
35 - 37
Treated
2016 - 2018
Success with this Doc
?
Race
Other
Income
—
Occupation
Sales Representative
Order & Number of Docs Seen
3rd of 3 Docs
Treatment
1 IUI, 1 IVF
Diagnosis
Male Factor
10
9
How was your experience with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
He's really caring and works with u and makes sure u understand stand how things work and if u have thoughts and ideas he listens only thing that would be a negative would be he's not big on FMLA paperwork when I had my chemical pregnancy after the ivf he was very understanding and caring but would not sign papers or give me any pain meds I was informed everyone experiences it different otherwise I am very happy with him
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Don't take offense to what he says he only tells you things if he thinks it will help /or hurt ur chances and some times the truth hurts but he's not mean about it he's just trying to help u , and he has an accent so u may have to concentrate a little sometimes on what he says but overall he's the best I've seen in my years of trying
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
He really listens to what u have to say and he likes to make sure u understand what's going on and he tries to work with u so much better then my original fertility doctor
Describe the protocols Willie Zoma used in your cycles at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center and their degree of success.
I'm not really sure on this part I would say compared to the YouTube videos I would say it was the standard meds and procedures but it was over a year ago
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Don't really know what to say they over all seemed nice and of course u always have ones u like more then others but don't really have any complaints about any of them
Describe your experience with Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
Not sure about other clinics but they require everything up front before they will let u continue and unfortunately if things don't go right ur just out the money strength they have a good doctor that is worth seeing
Describe the costs associated with your care under Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
Normally my insurance covered most of the things leading up to the procedure but but as far as it and the meds we paid a little over $13,000 it was 9,000 something for the procedure and 3,000plus for the meds plus anything that I ended up needing a refill
What specific things went wrong at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
- Failed to call with results
Describe the specific things that went wrong at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
Normally they are great with getting back to u with results and things I usually just go on my Geisinger for them a head of time but the last time we had an analysis done for my husband it felt like phone tag just to get the results
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10
10
Age
32 - 36
Treated
2012 - 2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
5 IUI, 1 IVF, 1 Egg Freezing, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
Male Factor, PCOS
10
10
Dr. Zoma would spend time explaining everything...He explained all my options throughly and was honest where he needed to be. He always addressed my concerns. I felt like I was a person and not just a number in his office. When a procedure failed he was honest as what he thought would be the next best option...we tried IVF with ICSI...I know we retrieved 21 eggs, 17 fertilized and 2 were injected as fresh. The others never made it to freeze. We didnt do genetic testing so we had no answers but doctor thought that there was some incompatibility with egg and sperm.
It was easy to get appointments and I never waited long to be seen in the waiting room [at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center]. The office and exam rooms were always very clean. I have been to a clinic where you feel like a number and not a person. Definitely not the case at Geisinger. I felt heard and they genuinely were wanting me to conceive...Staff was always warm and welcoming...Nice environment...They [nurses] were always friendly and compassionate. I had a miscarriage in between cycles and they were very compassionate during the rough time. They even sent a card afterwards.
Age
32 - 36
Treated
2012 - 2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
Other
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Consultant
Order & Number of Docs Seen
2nd of 3 Docs
Treatment
5 IUI, 1 IVF, 1 Egg Freezing, Donor Sperm
Diagnosis
Male Factor, PCOS
10
10
How was your experience with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Dr. Zoma has a thick accent but I could understand him. He explained all my options throughly and was honest where he needed to be. He always addressed my concerns. I felt like I was a person and not just a number in his office. When a procedure failed he was honest as what he thought would be the next best option.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Dont be afraid to ask questions. He will be honest with you too so be prepared to hear what he may say.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Staff was always warm and welcoming. Dr. Zoma would spend time explaining everything. Nice environment.
Describe the protocols Willie Zoma used in your cycles at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center and their degree of success.
First IUI with Clomid was with husbands sperm who has low sperm count. He wasnt hopeful it would work but it is what I wanted to try. It failed.
After that we tried IVF with ICSI. I dont recall meds I was on. I know we retrieved 21 eggs, 17 fertilized and 2 were injected as fresh. The others never made it to freeze. We didnt do genetic testing so we had no answers but doctor thought that there was some incompatibility with egg and sperm.
Got pregnant naturally 2 months after IVF and it ended in miscarriage at 9 weeks. So we pondered IUI with donor sperm since it appeared to be a compatibility issue.
My IUI cycles were with clomid and injectable for triggering. First IUI with donor sperm failed and the second worked. I know have a 3 year old.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
They were always friendly and compassionate. I had a miscarriage in between cycles and they were very compassionate during the rough time. They even sent a card afterwards.
Describe your experience with Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
It was easy to get appointments and I never waited long to be seen in the waiting room. The office and exam rooms were always very clean. I have been to a clinic where you feel like a number and not a person. Definitely not the case at Geisinger. I felt heard and they genuinely were wanting me to conceive.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
Insurance paid for ultrasounds but I paid for medications and the Dr. Office gave coupons when they had them and the IUI and IVF we paid for.
Describe Willie Zoma's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
They always said 2 and I agreed
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10
10
Age
29 - 32
Treated
2013 - 2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Treatment
1 IUI, 2 IVF
Diagnosis
PCOS
10
10
Dr. Zoma is a cheerful, jovial, and at times, an abrupt provider. He provides evidence-based practice, and there is no doubt in my mind that his experience paired with him "sticking to science" is his greatest asset. He will take the time to answer questions you may have, but it is important to make sure you ask them, because he might not offer a lot of information otherwise. He was a terrific doctor, and I would not have wanted my care from anyone else.
[Geisinger Fertility Centers is] excellent, excellent, excellent. Runs on time, isn't in a city, so easy to access. Blood labs nearby, which helps. Clinic follows evidence-based practice, and they are just fantastic....They have an excellent financial person, Denise that lays out the payment plan. Costs about 10K with meds for one cycle of IVF. THey don't do package deals (like some places do where you get refunded if you don't get pregs etc). They have a cap for things like IUI if those aren't covered, so you always know how much out of pocket expense you might have.
Age
29 - 32
Treated
2013 - 2016
Success with this Doc
Yes
Race
European
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Doctor
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
1 IUI, 2 IVF
Diagnosis
PCOS
10
10
How was your experience with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Dr. Zoma is a cheerful, jovial, and at times, an abrupt provider. He provides evidence-based practice, and there is no doubt in my mind that his experience paired with him "sticking to science" is his greatest asset. He will take the time to answer questions you may have, but it is important to make sure you ask them, because he might not offer a lot of information otherwise. He was a terrific doctor, and I would not have wanted my care from anyone else.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Ask questions if you have them, he doesn't mind answering them and will take the time with you---but really only if you ask for it.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Excellent continuity of care, he knew who I was, who my husband was, and the nurses were excellent. The IVF coordinators took time with me, and were extremely kind, one nurse even cried with me when we struggled with empty follicle syndrome and had a hard first retrieval.
Describe your experience with your nurse at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center. (Assigned nurse: Ashley McHale and Charlene)
Excellent. The best care I have every received, anywhere. Clinic runs on time, is compassionate, excellent continuity, and I didn't have to "fight" for anything. I wish that all medical care was as good as this clinic.
Describe your experience with Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
Excellent, excellent, excellent. Runs on time, isn't in a city, so easy to access. Blood labs nearby, which helps. Clinic follows evidence-based practice, and they are just fantastic.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
They have an excellent financial person, Denise that lays out the payment plan. Costs about 10K with meds for one cycle of IVF. THey don't do package deals (like some places do where you get refunded if you don't get pregs etc). They have a cap for things like IUI if those aren't covered, so you always know how much out of pocket expense you might have.
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0
0
Age
30
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
2 IUI
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Unexplained
0
0
He [Dr. Zoma] barely spent any time with me some times he would just pop his head in to say something quickly to me or some times just have his nurse talk to me instead. It is also very difficult to speak to anyone since they don’t answer the phones.... He forgets that he is dealing with real people that have real feelings. He doesn’t take the time to explain things fully so you understand. I have to research on my own to figure out what I need to ask him to be informed of anything. Poor bed side manor and no sense of humor. Not personable at all.
Very difficult to get anyone on the phone, and they [Geisinger Medical Ctr] don’t have any evening or weekend hours which makes it very difficult if you work full time. The doctor doesn’t spend much time with you or explain things very thoroughly. They forget that they’re dealing with real people that are struggling and looking for help....They forgot to tell me to bring my trigger shot for an appointment. They don’t give you information unless you specifically ask questions to get it.
Age
30
Treated
2019
Success with this Doc
No
Race
European
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
2 IUI
Diagnosis
Diminished Ovarian Reserve, Unexplained
0
0
How was your experience with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
He forgets that he is dealing with real people that have real feelings. He doesn’t take the time to explain things fully so you understand. I have to research on my own to figure out what I need to ask him to be informed of anything. Poor bed side manor and no sense of humor. Not personable at all.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Go elsewhere
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
He barely spent any time with me some times he would just pop his head in to say something quickly to me or some times just have his nurse talk to me instead. It is also very difficult to speak to anyone since they don’t answer the phones.
Describe the protocols Willie Zoma used in your cycles at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center and their degree of success.
IUI eith femara and HCG trigger shot since my eggs don’t come to maturity on their own. I also kept creating ovarian cysts but he couldn’t explain why.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
It’s difficult to get ahold of anyone because they don’t answer the phones or return messages.
Describe your experience with Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
Very difficult to get anyone on the phone, and they don’t have any evening or weekend hours which makes it very difficult if you work full time. The doctor doesn’t spend much time with you or explain things very thoroughly. They forget that they’re dealing with real people that are struggling and looking for help.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
Between 300-400 each cycle plus medicines
What specific things went wrong at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
- Lost paperwork
- Failed to convey critical information
Describe the specific things that went wrong at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
They forgot to tell me to bring my trigger shot for an appointment. They don’t give you information unless you specifically ask questions to get it.
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8
8
Age
28 - 29
Treated
2018 - 2019
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
PCOS
8
8
Due to his accent, it is difficult to understand sometimes. After my second transfer failed he [Dr. Zoma] made changes to the protocol. I wish all test and protocol changes that could be done happened after the first failed transfer. Every time you go in, he does meet with you and talk about everything. I did wish he had more bed side manner... The first round he was ok with one embryo. The second round I felt he pushed multiple embryos and I did not feel comfortable with that. He did respect my wishes.
The clinic [Geisinger Medical Fertility Center] is clean and organized. I only had to wait a few times. If I did wait they would check on me. The waiting room is small but everyone has been friendly. The clinic is easy to get ahold of through email or phone call... The nursing staff is so nice and friendly. I really appreciate how friendly Laura is!... Only one time did a sample get messed up when checking a bacteria sample.... It was through my insurance. I had three trials paid for.
Age
28 - 29
Treated
2018 - 2019
Success with this Doc
No
Race
Other
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Teacher
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
PCOS
8
8
How was your experience with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Due to his accent, it is difficult to understand sometimes. After my second transfer failed he made changes to the protocol. I wish all test and protocol changes that could be done happened after the first failed transfer.
Every time you go in, he does meet with you and talk about everything.
I did wish he had more bed side manner
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Have someone else go with you to take notes Incase you don’t understand
Describe the protocols Willie Zoma used in your cycles at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center and their degree of success.
Egg retrieval- different stimulants
Frozen embryos
Transfer- vagina suppositories and oral medication
Beta test after 10 days
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
The nursing staff is so nice and friendly. I really appreciate how friendly Laura is!
Describe your experience with Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
The clinic is clean and organized. I only had to wait a few times. If I did wait they would check on me. The waiting room is small but everyone has been friendly. The clinic is easy to get ahold of through email or phone call
Describe the costs associated with your care under Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
It was through my insurance. I had three trials paid for.
Describe Willie Zoma's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
The first round he was ok with one embryo. The second round I felt he pushed multiple embryos and I did not feel comfortable with that. He did respect my wishes.
What specific things went wrong at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
- Lost or damaged samples
Describe the specific things that went wrong at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
Only one time did a sample get messed up when checking a bacteria sample.
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3
7
Age
26
Treated
2015
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
3 Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
Anovulation, PCOS
3
7
Dr. Zoma is clearly very educated in his field, but in my opinion, lacks compassion and empathy in a field that is full of emotional ups and downs for patients and their partners. After three failed rounds of Clomid/Provera and timed intercourse, I needed to pause my treatment for personal reasons. During my last appointment to establish an interim plan until I was ready to come back, Dr. Zoma was cold and seemed bothered that I needed to take a break from treatment. He spoke directly to my husband about my ovaries, my period, etc. I did not feel heard.
Easy to schedule, easy to access. The clinic [Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center] is on Geisinger's main campus, so blood work and other procedures are easily completed in one place.... Wonderful. They [the nurses] often reiterated information given by Dr. Zoma to make sure I had a clear understanding.... If you are a person who expects compassion and a warm bedside manner, perhaps look elsewhere for treatment. He can be difficult to understand, so take notes and listen closely.
Age
26
Treated
2015
Success with this Doc
No
Race
European
Income
$100K - $199K
Occupation
—
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1 Doc Seen
Treatment
3 Fertility Medications
Diagnosis
Anovulation, PCOS
3
7
How was your experience with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Dr. Zoma is clearly very educated in his field, but in my opinion, lacks compassion and empathy in a field that is full of emotional ups and downs for patients and their partners. After three failed rounds of Clomid/Provera and timed intercourse, I needed to pause my treatment for personal reasons. During my last appointment to establish an interim plan until I was ready to come back, Dr. Zoma was cold and seemed bothered that I needed to take a break from treatment. He spoke directly to my husband about my ovaries, my period, etc. I did not feel heard.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
If you are a person who expects compassion and a warm bedside manner, perhaps look elsewhere for treatment. He can be difficult to understand, so take notes and listen closely.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Dr. Zoma's communication style is very blunt and to the point, which did not mesh well with my expectations. He often spoke to and explained things directly to my husband, not to me.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
Wonderful. They often reiterated information given by Dr. Zoma to make sure I had a clear understanding.
Describe your experience with Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
Easy to schedule, easy to access. The clinic is on Geisinger's main campus, so blood work and other procedures are easily completed in one place.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
Everything was covered by my insurance.
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2
4
Age
29 - 30
Treated
2018 - 2019
Success with this Doc
No
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
PCOS
2
4
Dr. Zoma was very brief and at times talked to me from the doorway of the room. Poor explaining and discussion. He has little compassion...He has good knowledge of medicine, however he is brief, hard to understand with his accent, and has little compassion. You're moved in and out quickly and like you're a number rather than a patient trying to become pregnant...Timed Intercourse with Clomid & Ovidrel - yielded 1 follicle, 1 cycle and 0 follicles 2 cycles with no pregnancy Timed Intercourse with Letrozole & Ovidrel - 1 follicle with 1 cycle and 0 follicles with 2 cycles, no pregnancy
[Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center is] Expensive. IVF cycle would be $16,000 without medications...Easy to get an appointment with. Comforting and quiet waiting room. Nurses are compassionate and knowledgeable. They have the best ultrasound tech. Dr. Zoma lacks compassion and treats you like a number. He is not gentle with procedures and is rude...They [nurses] were knowledgeable and good with explaining things.
Age
29 - 30
Treated
2018 - 2019
Success with this Doc
No
Race
Other
Income
$50K - $99K
Occupation
Teacher
Order & Number of Docs Seen
1st of 2 Docs
Treatment
1 IVF
Diagnosis
PCOS
2
4
How was your experience with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
He has good knowledge of medicine, however he is brief, hard to understand with his accent, and has little compassion. You're moved in and out quickly and like you're a number rather than a patient trying to become pregnant
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Have a back up plan and back up clinic
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
Dr. Zoma was very brief and at times talked to me from the doorway of the room. Poor explaining and discussion. He has little compassion
Describe the protocols Willie Zoma used in your cycles at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center and their degree of success.
Timed Intercourse with Clomid & Ovidrel - yielded 1 follicle, 1 cycle and 0 follicles 2 cycles with no pregnancy
Timed Intercourse with Letrozole & Ovidrel - 1 follicle with 1 cycle and 0 follicles with 2 cycles, no pregnancy
Describe your experience with the nursing staff.
They were knowledgeable and good with explaining things.
Describe your experience with Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
Easy to get an appointment with. Comforting and quiet waiting room. Nurses are compassionate and knowledgeable. They have the best ultrasound tech. Dr. Zoma lacks compassion and treats you like a number. He is not gentle with procedures and is rude
Describe the costs associated with your care under Willie Zoma at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center.
Expensive. IVF cycle would be $16,000 without medications
What specific things went wrong at Geisinger Medical Center Fertility Center?
- Failed to call with results
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