Gen 5 Fertility Center

Dr Wood is one of the most kind human beings I have met. His bedside manner is gentle and honest. He uses humor appropriately and he is encouraging. He is accessible and makes himself available to talk with his patients.

Ask all your questions when he’s in the room because he is available and listening.

Dr Wood encourages transfer of one embryo that is euploid.

Dr. Wood is warm, kind and caring. He has a calming demeanor that decreased my stress. Dr. Wood was very patient and he also performed every ultrasound when I came to Gen 5 and took his time answering my questions and reassuring me throughout my cycle. He customized my cycle and explained all the reasons to me in detail.

Come in with all your fertility history and a list of questions so you remember everything you want to ask

Dr. Wood crafted a plan for procedure tailored to our circumstances, and in March of 2023 his impeccable knowledge, dedication, and professionalism all coalesced to bring about a successful end to our journey. We could not be more happy with Gen5 (and the beautiful twin babies they helped us bring into this world).

Dr. Wood was very direct in his communication and would say things like "I've done this so many times, other clinics don't do this right, trust me." He was extremely black and white with his judgments on certain treatments (like laparoscopic surgery or lupron depot induced menopause). I would have preferred more data behind these claims. Not that he is wrong it just put up red flags for me, because there is too much on the line to "just trust." We were ultimately much happier with the results with Gen5 than with our other clinic so we would go back.

The experience in person is much better than remote. If you are traveling, it is worth it to be in-person where you will get many more of your questions answered. Write down your questions and bring them in with you because the appointments are so quick Dr. Wood will be walking out the door before you can think to ask otherwise.

Ovarian PRP to improve egg quality, followed by monitoring to watch for a dip and improvement in hormone levels, then a very low dose antagonist stim, steriod, and antibiotics for both partners Dr. Wood shared that the most successful IVF transfers are from natural cycles (i.e. no stims at all) so he does the minimum to keep egg quality at its peak. He does say if you can get 2-3 mature follicles your chances of success are greater so it still make sense to do some medication

Ovarian PRP - Ultra was about 8k, with insurance we paid about 4K for our egg retrieval as some charges could not be billed to insurance (including $1500 for IVF calendar coordination, $1500 for facility fee)

Dr Wood is an excellent salesman for his "Global Mini IVF Package" for patients of my profile (under a minimum threshold of AMH/AFC and have undergone Ovarian Rejuvenation at Gen5). When I first met him, I felt reassured that I'd come to someone on the cutting-edge of ART who had new ideas for older patients, his specialty. So it was hard to hear him blame my age for the lack of success we had at Gen5, particularly because I attribute it in large part to his inattention to the specifics of my case, which were all available for review in my medical records and highlighted in multiple conversations we had with him directly. I had been having remarkable success at my home clinic in LA: retrieving eggs one-at-a-time in unstimulated cycles and growing blastocysts, but we were seeking to improve our PGT-A results and bank more normal embryos. I first underwent Dr. Wood's "Ultra" Ovarian Rejuvenation PRP (platelet-rich-plasma) technique. Then I signed on for his IVF package since he expressed confidence he could improve on my home clinic's results in terms of number of eggs retrieved and normality of blastocysts. I asked for an a la carte option but was convinced the package would be more economical. When Dr. Wood's methods didn't work at all for me 2 cycles into the 3 cycle package, he suggested pivoting back to the natural retrievals and blamed my "reproductive age" for the outcome. Wait, we thought, isn't that what you sold us, improved results for older patients? I declined to go back to my home clinic and received a small partial refund. All that said, I don't know of anyone performing the Ovarian Rejuvenation techniques he does, so I would still recommend him to a patient like me who does not wish to leave any stone unturned and has funds available for this pursuit. The application of PRP to ovaries is not evidence-based medicine at this point in time, so I fully understood it was experimental and may not give me the desired results. I only wish I'd followed my instinct to go back to my original clinic for the post-PRP retrievals and not been sweet-talked into buying the package that Dr. Wood sold us on his supposedly unique methods which would yield a higher number of eggs-- when in fact he was only able to retrieve one, and it did not even fertilize (a problem we did not face at our home clinic). Perhaps if the embryology lab had not used ICSI in the first cycle, which we expressed multiple times to Dr. Wood that we had never needed in a year of monthly retrievals, we might have gotten to fertilization at least. On the second cycle there was NO egg in the follicle, which even as a layperson I would have known based on the low Estradiol level in my blood (about 60) 2 days before the retrieval. But they did not share that lab work with us, so we didn't know to cancel and the fruitless procedure went on. One positive is that for single egg retrievals Dr. Wood will consider no anesthesia for patients who can tolerate pain/discomfort and I did appreciate the lower drug burden on my system.

Go into your consultation with your eyes open and trust your gut.

Dr. Wood is big on "pre-treatment" a.k.a. estrogen priming, with full or partial BCP in before the menstrual phase. This method really did not work for me. He tailors the rest of the protocol to the patient; since one of my follicles always dominated, I didn't take many drugs, just some Gonal-F and Centrotide, and the Ovidrel trigger.

Consult + Fertility Testing $75 + $240 "Ultra" Ovarian Rejuvenation PRP: $8,480 "Global Mini IVF Package" of 3 accumulative cycles, included MANY services we never required: $25,950 ($4,850 refunded after no success)

Dr. Wood was kind and encouraging throughout the process. He answered all of our questions and was incredibly knowledgeable. I feel like we received a truly individualized treatment plan that was right for us, and he was open to our feedback.

Don’t be afraid to ask questions! He knows a lot and is such an amazing resource.

We did a mini IVF cycle with Dr. Wood, which was completely appropriate given my situation. (In my 40s, 3-4 follicles) He was able to retrieve 2 eggs, 1 of which made a beautiful embryo and PGS testing. Unfortunately, it was found to be abnormal so we did not do a transfer.

$1400 for IVF package, including egg retrieval and transfer $5000 for PRP

I appreciated the time Dr. Wood spent with me to go over my care and answer my husband and I's questions. I always left feeling like I was heard and knew what to expect next. I also appreciate Dr. Wood's warmth. Facing Infertility has been an incredibly emotional hurdle to push through, and had greatly taken a toll on us, often leaving us very discouraged. I felt like I finally had some answers upon meeting with Dr. Wood. I truly believe he is the best.

Ask lots of questions and become well informed in your understanding of treatment. Dr. Wood explains things thoroughly. Sometimes expect somewhat long wait times- but it is worth it knowing you will see the same doctor every visit.

Competitive to my previous centers

We only wanted 1 embryo transferred.

After 3 other REs, Dr. Sills was a breath of fresh air! I didn't feel like a number or in the cattle call of patients. Dr. Sills took his time with me and explained his treatment plan. Given everything I've been through to get pregnant, he was definitely open to throwing in the kitchen sink. He wanted me to succeed and be a one time patient!

Dr. Sills office is in Carlsbad, but his lab is in Newport Beach. Be prepared for your appointments in allowing time. The traffic is a pain, but worth the drive.

He put me on an immune protocol, steroids and lovanox. I do have an autoimmune issue, one that every other RE never gave any credit. Dr. Sills decided that since I've had so many failures to add this protocol. He also does a uterine scratch a few days before the transfer. I actually credit this to why we were successful this time around.

I don't remember the exact costs. As this was a donor cycle, we had other expenses with other agencies. I think Dr Sills costs were comparable to other clinics. It wasn't a bargain or way more expense than other clinics.

Dr. Wood is very kind, empathetic, up on current medical procedures, and patient. His positive attitude makes you feel at ease as a patient and makes the IVF process just a little easier than other clinics. It isn’t traumatic, he makes sure you know what to expect and takes time answering all your questions.

Don’t hesitate, go with Dr. Wood. He and the clinic are wonderful to work with.

He used less stim meds than in all my other cycles because he said I didn’t need all of that. He did an ovarian rejuvenation procedure to potentially boost my fertility.

$25,000-30,000

I haven’t gotten to that point yet as I have no viable embryos. Looking into another cycle for myself/donor cycle next.

Dr. Wood is very confident, positive and compassionate. Its a tough subject and for the most part I felt that he really wanted to help us. There were never long wait times and the nurse/coordinator was always accessible and I felt I was treated well.

Make sure you do your research and feel totally comfortable.

In my case the ads were developing at different rates so the idea was to do a dual stem on me which ended up not being possible and only four eggs were retrieved. It was horrifically disappointing.

We get an idea of cycle for $13,890. We had no surviving embryos in the cycle so there was no cost for PGS testing. Paid $1900 for medications, over $900 of which we did not use. That was really disheartening.

Dr Sills understands that this is an emotional process. He takes the tome to answer questions and explain procedures. He also has a lot of compassion. I was not sure what to expect when I met him. I had high hopes. He was realistic but hopeful. He reviewed treatment options. He also made me feel like I was a human being. Throughout this process I have felt broken and defective. Dr Sills did not treat me like that but instead in a gentle and kind way worked with me to explore my options. I think he is a wonderful doctor.

Do your research and be prepared to ask questions. He will be prepared to answer your questions.

He is a great doctor with lots of compassion. He has teamed up with some innovative Doctors all around the world and brings new and innovative ideas to the process. He was the first to mention concern over my high PAI1 number in terms of having a successful pregnancy once I get to that point. We are being proactive.

Do your homework and prepare your questions in advance.

We are using the protocols for a trial which entails ovarian rejuvenation by PRP and EnPlaf treatments

So far $8500.00 for two procedures

not at this time

He has ideas and insight that no other doctor has been able to explain and or pursue. He explains every detail and makes sure it is understood thoroughly. If for some reason questions arise at a later time, he encourages you to call any time.

Ask as many questions as you need. He has the patience and understating

It all started with a clinical trial and is now progressing to IVF

It’s comparanle to other places I’ve been to

I think that a couple gives better chances but it’s all up to the woman receiving g the treatment

After four long years of trying to conceive and enduring five unsuccessful IVF cycles at various clinics in San Diego, my husband and I had almost lost hope. We had invested over $100,000 in treatments, and we were very frustrated and discouraged. Then, we turned to Dr. Wood at Gen 5 Fertility Center, a decision that transformed our lives. Initially, we were skeptical, given our past experiences, but Dr. Wood’s optimism and the center's advanced approach gave us hope. Unlike our previous experiences, Dr. Wood introduced us to protocols that were more advanced and tailored specifically to us. This personalized care was a refreshing change. Our journey at Gen 5 was significantly enhanced by our wonderful coordinator, Jasmine. Both she and Dr. Wood were incredibly supportive throughout the process. They were always available to answer questions, provide reassurance, and spent ample time with us during each visit, including thorough follow-ups. The protocol designed by Dr. Wood for our situation made all the difference- After just one retrieval, we were overjoyed to have two healthy embryos. We proceeded with the transfer of both, and I am ecstatic to share that we are now pregnant with twins! This miracle was achieved in just one cycle at Gen 5 Fertility Center, a stark contrast to our previous ordeals. We are beyond grateful towards Dr. Wood and the team at Gen 5 Fertility Center. They have not only provided us with medical excellence but also with emotional support and hope. We feel incredibly blessed to be expecting twins and it’s all thanks to the exceptional care at Gen 5. To those struggling with infertility, I highly recommend starting your journey at Gen 5 Fertility Center. Contact Dr. Wood and save yourself the time, money, and emotional toll of exploring other options. Our experience is a testament to the center's exceptional service and expertise in fertility treatments. We are deeply grateful and excited for this new chapter in our lives!

Try him and you will be very happy

After four long years of trying to conceive and enduring five unsuccessful IVF cycles at various clinics in San Diego, my husband and I had almost lost hope. We had invested over $100,000 in treatments, and we were very frustrated and discouraged. Then, we turned to Dr. Wood at Gen 5 Fertility Center, a decision that transformed our lives. Initially, we were skeptical, given our past experiences, but Dr. Wood’s optimism and the center's advanced approach gave us hope. Unlike our previous experiences, Dr. Wood introduced us to protocols that were more advanced and tailored specifically to us. This personalized care was a refreshing change. Our journey at Gen 5 was significantly enhanced by our wonderful coordinator, Jasmine. Both she and Dr. Wood were incredibly supportive throughout the process. They were always available to answer questions, provide reassurance, and spent ample time with us during each visit, including thorough follow-ups. The protocol designed by Dr. Wood for our situation made all the difference- After just one retrieval, we were overjoyed to have two healthy embryos. We proceeded with the transfer of both, and I am ecstatic to share that we are now pregnant with twins! This miracle was achieved in just one cycle at Gen 5 Fertility Center, a stark contrast to our previous ordeals. We are beyond grateful towards Dr. Wood and the team at Gen 5 Fertility Center. They have not only provided us with medical excellence but also with emotional support and hope. We feel incredibly blessed to be expecting twins and it’s all thanks to the exceptional care at Gen 5. To those struggling with infertility, I highly recommend starting your journey at Gen 5 Fertility Center. Contact Dr. Wood and save yourself the time, money, and emotional toll of exploring other options. Our experience is a testament to the center's exceptional service and expertise in fertility treatments. We are deeply grateful and excited for this new chapter in our lives!

About 15k for the ivf plus medication

All the nurses are great . Marissa his right hand is so sweet and makes sure to get back to you every time . They delivered my meds when I needed them last min on weekends. The pharmacy they use in La Jolla opened up for me on the weekend as well . Samuel is great but in and out so many patients to see. He’s always smiling and Pleasant to be around.

He really knows what he’s doing . He’s perfected PRP.

First round we did 10 days of injections Clomid and birth control. Second round we added HGH 10 days of injections and Nad + .

5,000 for PRP and 2 rounds of IVF 25,000

I was extremely happy with Dr Wood's care and kindness. His demeanor was always pleasant and positive. He had knowledge but no judgement when it came to my detailed feedback and tried to understand me fully.

Try and follow instructions, be prepared for challenges and utilize support team as needed.

I was successful with Metformin and progesterone injections-

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