Empower Fertility

Dr. Dan is extremely truthful and candid. As a scientist myself I appreciated that he was honest about the odds. We chose to do six rounds because I was only getting about 2-5 embryos per round. Because of my age once they were tested they were not genetically normal. My husband and I were happy to commit a year to egg retrieval and Dr. Dan made that possible for us. He was always available via phone call and when scary moments happened he was a calming voice. Mostly I appreciated his explanations. I wanted to know the ins and outs of the fertility journey and he set me up for success by giving me data.

Be ready to be positive. Think about this journey as if your body can do it. Then be honest about the odds and put the time and energy into the process.

The genetic testing was extremely helpful for us in my age category. I felt less scared about having a baby at 44.

They were quick and easy and as a school teacher I could schedule them before work!

Dr. Dan preferred elective single embryo transfer and we trusted the process.

Dr. Rychlik is very open and truthful about the entire process. While sometimes we don’t get the news we want he manages to keep it real and provide you with all the knowledge needed to make informed decisions! His overall goal was for me to become a mother! I am currently 28 weeks pregnant with a healthy baby boy!

He is not there to coddle you and tell you what you want to hear! He is there to assess and give you true and accurate information in hopes of being able to conceive!

We used oral, vaginal, and injection medications! All dosages were carefully manned out! I loved that everything was provided to me on a calendar so I knew exactly what to expect! During cycles labs were drawn and if changes were needed they were updated and changed on my calendar!

Dr. Rychlik is a doctor that truly cares about his patients and the outcomes. When my partner and I first met with him, after going through IVF with another doctor and having two failed attempts at having viable embryos to transfer, we left his office with newfound hope. We did not feel rushed and he took the time to really understand our past as it relates to fertility. I have gone through the egg retrieval process with success. We not only have one or two viable embryos, but three! He has always taken the time to explain things if I had questions and he didn't charge me for every phone call like my previous doctor. We are now entering into the next phase, which is the transfer, and I am confident in saying that he is the right doctor to go down this journey with.

I would tell them that they are in good hands with Dr. Rychlik and his team because they want you to be successful just as much as you do.

$8,900 Egg Retrieval Process $495 Anesthesia $1500 Dr. Rychlik for ICSI $1500 Dr. Mills for ICSI $5000 medication

Dr Dan was in one word, amazing. From the moment I met with him he was genuine, straightforward, and helpful. He really cared about both me and my husband and how to get us to our goal. When we hit bumps in the road (and we did) he never gave up on us or our dream of having children. Dr Dan found a way for us to achieve our goal. We have been working with Dr Dan for over 7 years, I feel we have gotten to know him and his staff very well. We believe in him and that’s why we have followed him from clinic to clinic. He will get you to your goal! He’s an excellent doctor and all around great human.

It’s a long hard road, know that going in and just stay focused on your end goal. It will be hard but it’s so worth it. Trust in your care team. They truly are there to help you.

I recall having to go through multiple egg retrievals with one producing no eggs at all. I remember feeling like I went through all that work and all those shots for nothing and felt like a failure. Dr Dan and his team were so supportive and came up with a plan to move forward. I also recall having a few negative pregnancy tests in a row and needing extra attention so we did something called an ERA. My journey was not straightforward, they tailored everything for me and what my body needed. They are professional and they know what they’re doing. Trust in the process.

It was pretty straight forward. He had prices for each procedure and prices for bundle procedures. For example a certain price for a single embryo transfer and a different price for embryo transfer until pregnant, in case the first transfer doesn’t stick.

I believe Dr Dan had only the best intentions for me and I followed his advice. Single transfer was a safer route for me and that’s what we did.

Strengths open to questions during appointments, called back if I had questions was clearly very knowledgeable and let us make decisions and made it clear he wasn't making any fake promises. Explained the ins and outs of different meds and adjustments that were being made. I like that he's funny because otherwise this whole ordeal would have been more difficult. Weaknesses a little formulaic/deadpan in delivery, but to some that would be a strength anyway?

He talks quickly but don't let that mislead you into thinking he's rushing you along - he's actually got a lot of patience and is very thoughtful.

Two IVF/egg retrievals, both started the same with menopuur and gonal F, then added Ganirellix depending on ultrasound results before lupron trigger. First round did ultrasound every other day and blood draw every other day. In the second round we didnt do blood draws, only increased the frequency of ultrasounds (explained to me that the ultrasounds gave more immediate results than waiting for blood draws to come back from the lab) - and I didn't mind going in for ultrasounds more frequrntly since everything is close by to my house. Embryo transfer planned for early 2024

Meds, genetic carrier screens, IVF, PGT-A - and we will also pay for FET early 2024

He said he doesnt do multilple embryo transfer, only single transfers. Can't remember why.

I recently had the privilege of being under the care of Dr. Rychlik and he was wonderful! He made me and my husband feel like human beings and truly cared about my well-being and our desire to start a family. From the moment I walked into the clinic, I knew I was in good hands. Not only as the clinic staff friendly, the clinic was clean and the atmosphere made you feel calm and at peace. One of the most remarkable aspects of my experience was Dr. Rychlik’s genuine empathy and understanding. They took the time to listen to my husband and my concerns, fears, and hopes, creating a safe and supportive environment where we felt comfortable sharing my emotions. It was evident that they not only saw me as a patient but as a person going through a challenging journey. What set him apart from other clinic’s we had visited in the past was his ability to provide expert medical care while also acknowledging the emotional and psychological impact of going through the fertility process. They recognized that the process can be overwhelming and filled with uncertainty. Instead of rushing through appointments, they patiently explained each step, ensuring I understood each step of our fertility process. Throughout my treatment, he tailored the plan to my specific needs making me feel like an active participant in the decision-making process. Their attention to detail and personalized approach gave me confidence that I was receiving the best possible care. But what truly made Dr. Rychlik exceptional was his compassion and kindness. He and his staff truly got to know my husband, my mom, and me. Empower fertility treated us like family and followed up with us even after we transferred care. He went above and beyond to meet and exceed our expectations. Whether it was a reassuring phone call or email or even a simple gesture of understanding, their presence made a world of difference. It was evident that they genuinely cared about my fertility success and overall well-being. I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional care I received from Dr. Rychlik. His expertise, compassion, and ability to create a caring environment made a difficult and emotional process more manageable. I would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone facing fertility challenges. Thank you, Dr. Rychlik, for making my husband and I feel like you truly cared about us and our fertility journey. Your kindness and expertise have made all the difference, and we will forever be grateful for the exceptional care you provided.

Don’t be afraid to ask questions. He is willing to explain anything that you might not be clear on. He takes his time and is happy to help.

I did an egg retrieval process first. I had to take several medications both oral and injectable to prepare for the embryo retrieval process. After the embryo retrieval, I began the frozen embryo transfer process. Again, I took a series of oral and injections to prepare for the transfer. Prior to the transfer, I began taking progesterone and continued with progesterone injections 2 times a day and continued until I was 11 weeks along in my pregnancy.

When I started going to Dr. Rychlik, they only were taking cash as a form of payment. This was a challenge because we could not make any payments using credit card. They also were not taking insurance so we had to pay out of pocket and then submit reimbursement.

We did a single embryo transfer using the best rated embryo we had.

Dr. Rychlik always answered and explained all the questions we had regarding our fertility journey. He often uses analogies to better explain certain situations to help us understand better. If he is not able to guarantee something or be 100% certain of some things, he will be honest about it. I believe Dr. Rychlik always looked out for our best interest and always strives for the best results that he can get.

Be patient and be kind to yourself.

Our fertility experience is a bit different than your typical experience, but I would say we spent about 25K-30K in total

We only had 1 viable embryo to transfer

I appreciated his sense of humor during such a challenging time. He balances the humor with very thorough explanations and advice. I appreciated his confidence too. At every step, I felt reassured and that I was in good hands.

In preparation for my FET, I was prescribed birth control pills. Prior to FET, I had a SIS procedure, which found a fibroid. As a result, Dr. Rychlik recommended a hysteroscopy to better understand and visualize the fibroid. The procedure went incredibly smoothly and he was able to remove some uterine polyps; the fibroid was not needed to be removed. From there, I started a Lupron two-week kit, then estrogen in the form of pills and suppositories. Five days before transfer, I added 2x daily PIO shots. After transfer, I continued PIO and estrogen (adding in patches as well). This combination led to a thick, trilaminar uterine lining before transfer.