Hope Fertility

Dr Asemota is very knowledgeable about infertility and reproductive health in general. Apart from thoroughly educating us about our diagnosis, treatment options/procedure, and complications, she also signposted us to additional material that helped to build our confidence. She was very honest and transparent with information about our treatment options and what was the most suitable one for our diagnosis. In our case for instance, our diagnosis was male factor infertility with poor quality sperm (abnormal morphology, low count, low concentration and motility). She was candid enough to make us understand that natural conception was very unlikely and that IUI would not do any better especially after trying for almost 10 years. Because we were financially challenged at the time, we insisted on having a trial of IUI which she was willing to do. Once the IUI failed, she advised that doing another round of IUI might be a waste of resources, and that our best option was ICSI. Dr A is not just passionate about her work and getting good outcomes, but she's also very compassionate about restoring the lost hope and confidence between couples by making them pregnant. I would say that this is one of her greatest strengths. Dr A boasts of a great network of donors who from time to time provide funding to support couples who cannot afford the cost of IVF treatment. Once she realized that we could not afford ICSI, she compassionately signposted us to grants that covered free and up to 50% off IVF cycles. We put out a good statement in our application and were lucky to be the winners of a free IVF cycle which resulted to a positive pregnancy. She is not only kind and respectful to her patients but exhibits very cordial relationship with her team. She is very responsive, and queries directed at her during or after working hours are promptly and adequately responded to. I can hardly make out any weaknesses. Having heard all the negatives about patient doctor encounters, i must say there a very good exceptions out there and Dr A was just outstanding.

Ask as many questions as you can, Dr A and team are patient enough to listen and provide you with answers. Read all the material provided to you and learn to exercise a little bit of patience. The fertility journey is not a sprint!!

For egg retrieval follicular stimulation was done with Gonal-F subcut inj, with Low dose HCG 5 subcut and aspirin, then cetrotide subcut added on the 8th day followed by 5000 HCG, Lupron and Carbagoline before retrieval.

Our Hope Fertility's IVF Cycle was a $12,500 package which could have been reduced to $10K if paid in cash, check or wire transfer on or before cycle due date. Fortunately, we won a 100% (free) IVF cycle which covered the costs of the frozen embryo transfer. Labs were covered by insurance. Cost of medication ranged somewhere between $4000-$6500. Backup medication, coupons and insurance helped to cushion medication cost. Cost of IUI was around $1650

Dr A explained single and multiple embryo transfer and explained the risks of multiple pregnancy especially. The option was mine to chose from, but i sensed a preference for single transfer mainly because of her assessment of my risks and the fact that its my first pregnancy

I kind of already said this in the previous prompt, but I will just reiterate how warm and friendly and approachable she was. Her door was open every time I was there, making her easy to chat with even if I was only there for bloodwork, not there to see her. She would reply to my questions in the patient portal promptly and even went above and beyond helping me understand things about getting a covid vaccination now that I am pregnant, as well as researching something for me about my dental care as a pregnant person that I was not able to find anywhere else. She connected with us on a human level both in and out of the office and that was really meaningful for both my husband and me. During our IUI procedure, I told her how nervous I was about cervical pain from a past experience, and took the time to get Alexa set up for me with music that relaxes me, she was explaining everything so I was not in the dark about what would happen, and again, as it was happening.

Just go! She is amazing. No advice needed.

I wish I could give this information, I forgot the fertility jargon as soon as it was no longer relevant! I know we did a blend of Clomid and injections, and I know that produced 3 mature eggs at the time of our IUI procedure.

Everything was covered by our insurance.

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If you are looking for professional, personalized, compassionate care, you’ve found the right place. From the moment you walk into the clinic, you will feel welcome, known by name and heard. Dr. A went above and beyond to answer our questions, listen to our concerns, educate us to make tough decisions, and find the right treatment plan. When challenges occurred she worked hard to reassure us. She doesn’t sugar coat things, but is very honest and scientific with her answers. She uses compassions but is trustworthy.

Take lots of notes and don’t be afraid to ask questions.

This was the first clinic where we felt like she planned our treatment cycle specifically for us. She helped us decide to pursue treatment for endometriosis before starting a cycle. She even referred us to a surgeon. She was the person we saw at every appointment (except for quick checks mid cycle), especially after pregnancy was achieved. She helped us decide on the best timing for a frozen embryo transfer based on bloodwork. She helped guide our decision to transfer two embryos after a biochemical miscarriage from a cycle at another clinic. She also helped us decide to use progesterone injections and estrogen patches based on my history with medications and outcomes.

The costs are comparable to other clinics in the area. Celeste is very knowledgeable and upfront about costs. She answers any questions and works hard to get as much covered by insurance as possible.

She will only present scientific data and give you all the choices. She makes sure you know the risks and does not sway your decision. We felt able to make an informed decision to transfer two embryos which resulted in one viable pregnancy. Other clinics did not give us that choice or take the time to present all options.

Dr A is initially very friendly. She explained the IVF process well at the first consultation. I transferred to her from an IUI-only clinic. My experience with Dr A compared to my previous clinic: portal messages were responded to within 24 hours but were constantly getting misunderstood (she responded with overt defensiveness on more than one occasion), she cancelled one of my scheduled follow-up calls because she “didn’t think [I] needed it” the day after I went to the ER for a possible ectopic. She is not proactive in communicating next steps (whether immediate next steps or the overall plan). She refuses to let partners in for ultrasounds. She is the only doctor and runs two clinics. She seems to be way too busy to allow for the proper time and care to address each patient. I’ve seen her a couple of times for a couple of minutes except for my ER and FET.

Expect to have limited communication with superficial responses to questions. Expect to have everything communicated via portal rather than phone call, even if a call would be 10x easier than 10 portal messages in a day.

Dr A batches her procedures. Meaning I had to take birth control for 2 weeks to get my cycle onto her schedule. Fully medicated FET. Bc for 2 weeks, Estradiol 3x daily, 81 mg baby aspirin daily, progesterone injections leading up to FET and for 8-14 weeks following.

Dr A said she rarely transfers multiple embryos due to risks. Only if untested and in certain age ranges.

Dr. A is not only a compassionate physician but an ally to the community. She was with us every step of the reciprocal ivf journey to have our first son, even when we thought the odds were against us. She always took time to check on us and make sure we understood everything. We are now again successfully pregnant with twin boys through ivf ( one egg transfer) and so thankful to her for our beautiful family!

Don’t wait, book your appointment now - even if you have had past failures with other doctors!

Dr.A was wonderful with presenting us with all the options as two moms to be. We were able to do reciprocal ivf for our first son and ivf for our twin boys.

Compared to other offices that we visited during our initial stages of planning our family, Hope Fertility is significantly more affordable.

It was super easy! California Cryo shipped directly to Hope Fertility.

Dr. Asemota was very knowledgeable, professional and warm. She was very upfront and realistic about treatment and cost. We were able to reach and communicate with her via a portal. She or the staff responded to us swiftly, even on weekends.

Get comfortable with communicating via a messaging portal. I enjoyed it because I am comfortable with that level of communication, however I can understand if some patients preferred to communicate verbally.

I don’t recall the specific rationales for treatment, however I do know that they were explained prior to the treatment.

My health insurance covered the majority of the cost. The only thing we were responsible for was the double transfer fee (not covered by insurance). That price was $4,500.

She preferred a single transfer, however I advocated for a double transfer. Dr. A, thoroughly communicated the risks involved with a double transfer, and agreed to do so.

During my retrieval cycle I saw her twice. Once for a monitoring appointment and again at my retrieval. She’s very nice and personable but didn’t introduce the person shadowing her and what that person’s role was. What we discussed during my consult wasn’t what happened. She told me we’d freeze on day 3 if it looked like my embryos wouldn’t make it, that didn’t happen. My embryos were frozen on days 5 and 6. The calendar she showed me wasn’t the one I received.

Write everything she says. Ask to record the consult. Ask her to recap everything in an email. Keep a running list of questions. Ask her to meet the financial team, what her processes are for post retrieval and post transfer. Ask her if anyone will follow up with you.

The rational was never explained to me so I don’t know why I have the treatment plan I do. I felt we could’ve been more aggressive, but I never got a chance to speak with her about it. .

I have progyny so my only costs were my deductible

Dr Obehi was very caring, warm and up front about my options to freeze my eggs. She gave me her honest opinion while allowing me the space to take some time and think through my options. Even when I I still was fully sure about moving forward she offered that I at least do the baseline testing to see where I am. After the results came back and everything looked good I was assured that this was the time to freeze my eggs. She presented me with the full expectations of the timing, schedules and drugs which eased my mind. I’m truly grateful I choose her to be my fertility doctor.

I would say be prepared to know what you want first as an outcome and take in the information and suggestions. You will also need to carve out time for the appointments so having a flexible work schedule is important

Dr Asemota assessed that since I have not been on birth control in over a decade, that it would be best to start with a low dose birth control to prepare my body for the hormone treatments thereafter. It worked as I had very minimal side effects throughout the full course of medications

Monitoring appointments were pretty seemless; bloodwork, urine, ultrasound. You’re pretty much in and out very quickly 30-40 mins

Appointments and surgery totaled 4,000 out of pocket after insurance Medications: totaled about 3,000 out of pocket due to some not being covered

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Dr. A is passionate about family planning & doing all in her power to help you achieve your goals. She is compassionate & understands that the infertility journey is difficult. She always first wants to know your wishes are as a patient. She is always present, attentive, and patient. Dr. A makes you feel as if you’re her only patient. During my first IUI procedure I was so nervous. She calmed me down by talking to me about my love of plants & before I knew it the procedure was over. When the 2 rounds of IUI were not successful she met with my husband & I and showed empathy. She assisted us in planning for our next steps, which are IVF. This process is very overwhelming & full of information, Dr. A makes sure that you have a full understanding & answers any questions you might have. She is the most personable Dr. I have ever had.

Go in prepared to ask any questions and share any anxieties or concerns, she’s always willing to listen.

I did 2 rounds of IUI with Dr. A. My protocol was 5mg of letrozole on cycle day 3-7. I was monitored after the letrozole and took a trigger shot about 24 hrs prior to IUI. My first IUI I had 2 mature follicles and my second IUI I had 3 mature follicles. Unfortunately, both rounds were unsuccessful.

Initial Consultation:$300 IUI procedure with monitoring:$1525 IUI meds: $150 I’ve spent around $3600

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Dr. A is extremely compassionate for every single person who walks into her office. She’s so open and helps you understand every single process you or your partner will be going through. She’s very hopeful and I love how after years of infertility, some of that hope she has falls onto me. She is such a kind hearted woman and I truly see her as nothing but a blessing to me.

One piece of advice I’d give a patient is “be hopeful” I know it’s so hard when woman struggle with infertility. It’s hard to keep the hope alive after being let down so many times.

I originally did an IUI with Dr. A, it was my third IUI but my first with her. Insurance denied my request to do IVF and they said another IUI cycle had to be done before IVF. So we did that and unfortunately it failed. We then moved onto IVF and right now I’m in the middle of that cycle. I am scheduled for an FET on April 18th if all goes well.

Monitoring appointments are tough because you are going so frequent. But the staff was very accommodating for my work schedule.

My out of pocket cost is a little over 2,000 dollars because I did have insurance. Unfortunately insurance doesn’t cover everything. The 2,000 is the procedure alone. That doesn’t count the millions of meds I had to pay for out of pocket because I hadn’t hit my deductible yet or insurance just wasn’t covering that specific medicine.

I appreciated my doctor letting me know that she was willing to do a multiple embryo transfer if I wanted to but any pregnancy that’s multiple is a little risky.

Dr. A is just what we’ve been looking for in a doctor. My husband and I met with her in person to discuss our goals and treatment plan. She was knowledgeable, supportive, and kind. We left feeling hopeful and optimistic about working with her.

Don’t hesitate! Work with her. Having experience with a different practice, I know the value Dr. A brings. She’s personable and professional.

Costs were comparative with other clinics. There were discounts provided for certain service fields.

I feel like she has great potentials, but her clinic was just new when I went and I remember always hear them state "we thriving" but now that I realized it it was that there were afloat on the money coming in. I specifically remember them doing a salin ultrasound and were not and don't have all the equipment to even take pictures, Obehi just wrote note down and send me to a specialist to removed pyllops. Which I feel like that I was being charge for things they were not able to perform correctly.

I will say do you research and try to have some type of knoweledge of IVF or of whatever route you go. This will allow you to be able to advocate for yourself and ask the right questions.Aldo they will try to convince you that they are one of the cheapest but it's not true, search around. I can say they gave me a discount on my second retrevail after I negotiated.

1st retrieval 450IU Gonal-F in P.M. Inject 300 units subq (in the belly) between 6-9pm. Around the same time every night 20IU Low dose Hcg in P.M. Inject 20 units subq (in the belly) between 6-9pm. Around the same time every night 25MG Cetrotide in P.M. Inject .25mg subq (in the belly) between 6-9pm. At the same time every night 81MG Aspirin Once Every Day Triggered with 10,000IU Novarel in P.M. Mix 1cc of water into the first powder vial (5,000 unit vial). Then draw up all of liquid and inject into second powder vial. Draw up all of liquid and inject into your rump (in the muscle) at 10:30pm. E2:1316.0pg/ml 2nd retrieval- I was told that this was less aggressive than the first cycle. 150IU Gonal-F in P.M. Inject 150 units subq (in the belly) between 6-9pm 10IU Low dose Hcg in P.M. Inject 10 units subq (in the belly) between 6-9pm .25MG Cetrotide in P.M. Inject .25mg subq (in the belly) between 6-9pm 100MG Clomiphene Citr Once Every Day Take 2 tablets daily 81MG Aspirin Once Every Day Take 1 tablet daily Triggered with both 10,000IU Novarel in P.M. Inject 1cc of water into the first powder vial (5,000 unit vial). Then draw up all of liquid and inject into second powder vial. Mix it up and draw up all of the liquid and inject into your rump (in the muscle) at 9:00pm. 80IU Lupron in P.M. Inject 80 units subq (in the belly) at exactly 10:00pm

I paid roughly 27k for both cycles

She informed that she woul not transfer two because it's high risk.

Dr Asemota cares for her patients as though they are her family and she provides direct, compassionate, competent care. These attributes may seem commonplace but I can assure you they are not, Dr Asemota and her practice are unique in all the right ways and she works towards your real version of success (or better) for you and your family. The world talks about nurses and physicians as patient advocates. I truly see Dr Asemota as the advocate for my family...even though I do not have the entire family born just yet. She gave me confidence in her and myself, a realistic viewpoint, and treated me as though nothing was more important than me and the family I so long for. I have referred every friend I have (and acquaintance) that seeks consultation or more to her - both in state and out of state. She is just that good and her care is just that necessary. I trust her with my family and I believe you should trust her with yours as well.

Go with an open mind and receiving heart. She will tell you everything you need to know and she will ensure you feel embraced, engaged, and enlightened.

I do not remember my specific protocols but I do remember that I took a specific regimen based on labs and obtained labs essentially once or twice a week thereafter to titrate the medications appropriately. This was made very easy because you could have your labs drawn in her clinic or at an outside clinic. The process was very easy, smooth, and understandable. I will share one thing specifically. I needed an induction dose of something (sorry, don't remember the name of the med) but it needed to be compounded I believe. I went to a pharmacy to pick it up and the pharmacy alerted me that 1) they do not make this medication and 2) the place that does is 45min away and they close in 30min. Dr Asemota was on it! She spoke with the pharmacist and made arrangements that they would not close until I arrived 67 minutes later (bad traffic!). I have never even heard of a physician being that engaged towards your needs but SHE is ALL IN!

Thankfully, the vast majority of my expenses were covered under insurance.

I did not have embryo transfer and we have not yet discussed it in-depth (one step at a time)

After consulting with 5 other specialist, Dr. A was the answer to my prayers. She was direct and gave me the answers I needed to hear after 6+ years of infertility. She gave me my options and explained why others were not recommended, I appreciate the honesty and professionalism she demonstrated from day 1.

Don't waste your time with these other fertility organizations, Dr. A will be the last doctor you'll need in this journey. I wish I would have skipped the other 5 people I went to, and just came to her from the very beginning of my journey.

The cost was very reasonable, and not only was it reviewed with me from day 1, it was provided to me to bring home as a reference.

Dr. A asked me what I wanted to do, prior to sharing her recommendations. I didn't feel pressured one way or another.

I would have to say her strengths are the way she explains what’s happen during your treatment. Even when the news may not be so great. She had a way of giving us hope. And the fact that we were able to reach her anytime on her personal cellphone. How many doctors do that? She just made me feel comfortable and like the success of us adding to our family. Was her top priority!!!

Just give her a chance. You will not be disappointed and you will walk away feeling like she’s family. I really don’t know how I going to do with not talking to her anymore. She has made our dreams come true. I’m forever grateful!!

My tubes where blocked. So the course of treatment best for us was IVF. We did the egg retriever and then I had an issue that put me in the hospital for several months. And once my body healed Covid19 hit. And they clinic was shut down for a while. We did end up doing 2 eggs transfer. Which took and I’m know 9 weeks pregnant. With one healthy baby.

My insurance covered everything.

She suggested one transfer but we wanted 2. And that’s what she did.

Dr. Asemota was very passionate and caring. You can definitely tell she loves what she does and puts her all into it. She explains thing in terms you can understand, and is always there for any questions you may have.

Ask all the questions, you want!

$10,750

Dr. A. WAS AMAZING. I work beside physicians all day long in my field and I can tell you this is an amazing doctor. Explained every process. Listened to our concerns and desires. I can not think of one negative thing about her!

Relax, listen to the doctor. Ask questions.

My wife and I felt like the pricing on procedures were more than affordable. Pricing was significantly cheaper than than other facilities in the area.

I feel that Dr. Asemota is very intuitive. Not only does she understand the science but she has a gift for relating and warm bedside manner. I believe she has a true empathy for her patient's feelings.

Be patient and trust with the process.

Because of my age (42) we did IVF right away. I became pregnant on my first cycle. Had my baby successfully. I did a 2nd try with IVF and was not successful . I do not believe it was because of any lack of care. Just more about my DOR. My husband and I decided for our own personal reasons to not try again. Had we decided to do so we would have used Dr. Asemota again totally!

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Dr A was always kind, compassionate, honest, truthful, and warm hearted. I always felt like I had the time to speak and she answered appropriately. I never felt rushed or like I had limited time with her. If I didn't get all my questions answered I could message in the portal and get a quick answer as well.

Hope Fertility is a relatively small clinic compared to others in Atlanta. While this gives you very personalized care, sometimes this can meant that there is a lot of patients trying to use a smaller system. Wait times to get things scheduled can be a challenge, especially if you need after work hours. Your care coordinator will be the best person to reach out to with scheduling and questions.

My wife and I did two medicated rounds of IUI (letrozole, trigger shot, and bloodwork and ultrasound monitoring), then antagonist mini-stim egg retrival with both oral and injectable meds, then a freeze all cycle, and a frozen embryo transfer with a medicated cycle with estrogen and progesterone- pills, patches, and injections.

My wife and I did multiple rounds of fertility treatments at Hope, the last of which ended in a successful ongoing pregnancy. Being a queer couple we knew we wanted to be at a clinic that was inclusive, accepting, respectful, and transparant. We found all of that at Hope Fertility. From our first appointment with Dr A discussing all of the options for treatments being that we both are women, to the procedures themselves, and ultrasounds after we found out we were pregnant, Dr A made my wife and I feel like important patients and that she had our best interest in mind. I would highly recommend Hope Fertility to any queer couple in the Atlanta area looking for compassionate and honest fertility care.

My insurance covered everything except my co-pays and co-insurance. I never had any issues.

Given my age of 31 years old with no other fertility issues besides being queer, Dr A strongly suggested only one embryo transferred at a time due to the risk of multiples. My wife and I agreed that we only wanted to do one embryo at a time to have the best chance of success with the least risks

Dr. Asemota (or Dr. A as everyone so affectionately calls her in the office) always greeted me and my wife with a smile and asked how we were doing. Her demeanor was extremely pleasant and she never made us feel rushed, or unheard. She always ensured that all our questions were answered and always provided detailed explanations of any and all processes and protocols that would involve me or my wife. My wife always felt comfortable with her during her private appointments and trusted her expertise. Additionally, all her practices and equipment are very modernized and technologically up-to-date. My wife had to undergo 3 embryonic transfers and although our first two did not successfully implant, Dr. A was extremely compassionate and we always huddled up to discuss what may have happened. The good news was that all biomarkers and other biological metrics that correlate with successful transfers were present during the transfers, so (here comes the bad news) the negative outcomes may have simply come down to the probability that those particular transfers "just didn't work". However, after those first 2 unsuccessful transfers, Dr. A was not simply content with leaving everything to chance and went back to the drawing board. The 3 of us had an extensive discussion about alternative IVF protocols that may be more natural and she proposed one that she had past success with. Sure enough, it worked! Of course, we cannot be sure if it was solely attributed to the change in protocol or if the probabilities swung in our favor after 3 attempted transfers, but we do know that the protocol did not hurt our chances and we would definitely stick to it for any potential future transfers. My wife is currently knocking on the door of being 10 weeks pregnant and we couldn't be happier!

Remember that nothing in IVF is 100% certain, whether positive or negative. There is always a chance things will work in your favor, and likewise, there is a chance things will not, and there isn't always a clearcut explanation for the outcome; that's the God/spiritual component of the process. Dr. Asemota will always have your best interest in mind, and even if you are going through a rough streak (subpar egg retrieval numbers or unsuccessful FETs), trust the process and know that you are in some of the best hands available for your circumstance.

Prep for egg retrieval: IVF GnRH Antagonist Protocol - Based on my wife's blood work and other readouts, this was Dr. A's recommended protocol (presumably her standard protocol for generally healthy people) Trigger - 80 IU lupron (trigger shot) and 2500 IU HCG .5 mg Cabergoline once per day Frozen embryo transfer #1 (Dr. A's standard IVF protocol): 81 mg aspirin 2 mg estrace (oral estrogen), 3x per day .1 Estrogen patch every other day 50 mg progesterone in oil injections 16 mg medrol Frozen embryo transfer #2 (removed estrogen patch as it was suspected to induce a tiny uterine polyp during the first transfer cycle) 81 mg aspirin 2 mg estrace (oral estrogen), 3x per day 50 mg progesterone in oil injections 16 mg medrol Frozen embryo transfer #3 (Alternative, more natural IVF protocol): 81 mg aspirin 250 mcg ovidrel (one time right before LH peaks) 50 mg progesterone in oil injections 16 mg medrol Transfer 3 was a more natural method, allowing my wife's body to prep for ovulation and then Dr. A leapt into action right before ovulation occurred, implementing IVF to take advantage of the window of endometrial receptivity, which worked.

Costs will vary depending on health insurance type or if you're paying out of pocket. We had most of our medical costs for IVF covered, including many of the medicines, but I'm aware of the FET costing $4500 out of pocket, and for the post-transfer OB services as a package (2 ultrasounds and 2 bloodwork visits) cost about $800. I think a visit for a blood work-up in preparation for a transfer was about 500 dollars through labcorp (out-of-pocket).

Dr. A's go-to was for single embryo transfers but she was open to a multiple embryo transfer in more pressing circumstances or if we really desired to try it.

She made sure to explain everything thoroughly. Any questions my husband and myself had, she had an answer. She is a great doctor, I would recommend to everyone I know who is experiencing infertility.

Dr. A will help you achieve your dreams but not always it’s possible. Go in with an open mind and be ready for the challenges your body may face.

I believe we did a GnRH Antagonist Protocol. I started off with 81MG Aspirin Once Every Day Take 1 tablet daily 300 IU Gonal-F in P.M. Inject 300 units subq (in the belly) between 6-9pm 150 IU Menopur in P.M. Inject 150 units subq (in the belly) between 6-9pm. Then we increased the menopur to 375 IU Menopur in P.M. I believe I started birth control for the following month for about 21 days after my period (can’t remember if after or before) then started 75 MG P4 Oil in A.M. Inject 1.5ml IM (butt muscle) AT EXACTLY 11:00AM. 81 MG Aspirin Once Every Day take one 81mg daily 2 MG Estrace Three Times A day Take one in the morning, afternoon and evening 0.1 Estrogen patch Every Other Day apply one patch to belly and change every other day. Now that I have achieved pregnancy, I have started a weaning schedule to slowly finish my progesterone injection and Estrace pills.

I had insurance at my workplace so cost was very affordable for me.

I was told to do only one embryo which would be safest. If we were to do two embryos she explained it could’ve been risks. I appreciated her explanation and care for why it’d be best to listen and do one embryo which we did.

Dr. A has the demeanor and professionalism you would hope for and expect with the most important medical treatment of your life. She addressed all of my concerns and made sure my partner and I felt informed and comfortable with the process. To be fair, IVF is a journey and your body/cycle and course of meds will vary. Dr. A was extremely cautious and paid close attention to my body through extra monitoring and visits as needed. When we needed to change course, she was aware and attuned to respond in a way that provided successful results.

I would tell any patient to be as informed as possible before starting your IVF journey. While Dr. A will provide you with lots of information, it is best to have a general understanding of the process, your cycle, and your body so that you can communicate accordingly. Be sure to have your questions prepared in advance.

I did two rounds of egg retrievals. The first cycle we were able to retrieve 7 eggs, 5 embryos were fertilized, and none of them survived to Day 5. I was devastated, but Dr. A called me personally and reassured me with a different course of meds we could try again. She also suggested that I immediately begin taking supplements to improve my egg quality: CoQ10 and DHEA25. I took the supplements and a month to let myself recovery physically and emotionally before trying again. The second egg retrieval was a success. 7 eggs retrieved, 5 embryos fertilized and 3 made it to day 5 to be frozen. Those 3 embryos were genetically tested and all three were healthy. I attempted my first FET 3 months later with a standard estrogen/progesterone protocol. My lining was too thin for a transfer and the cycle was canceled. Dr. A assured me we could try again with a different protocol. During my second attempt at a FET, the doses of Estrogen and Progesterone were increased, adding Estrogen patches. My lining was more than sufficient and the FET performed. The pregnancy test came back "inconclusive" with very low HCG levels very low. I was retested two days later and it was determined to be a "chemical pregnancy." Dr. A again was determined and reassuring. She suggested another protocol all together. 3 months later I began the Letrozole protocol. Overall, my body felt better and more ready. My lining was 8mm, and the FET performed successfully. 9 days later I received a positive pregnancy test.

Hope Fertility accepted my Progyny fertility insurance coverage.

Although I was open to a multiple embryo transfer, Dr. A recommended a single transfer due to my age and the risks involved. Being that it took multiple attempts for a successful pregnancy, I'm grateful I only transferred one embryo at a time.

Dr. A had a great balance of professionalism and warmth. Her calm demeanor was especially helpful during the stress and anxiety of the IVF process. I always trusted her advice and felt very safe during all my procedures and visits.

For anybody considering IVF, please note that it is a complicated and kind of sucky process by nature. I fully believe that Hope did everything they possibly could to help my partner and I make it through this in one piece, and I am nothing but grateful. Just know that this journey will be long (we first contacted Hope in September 2023), expensive (sometimes even with insurance), exhausting (months of meds means months of side effects) and stressful (most of this process is completely out of your control).

Baseline testing and transfer of medical records Financial consultation- discussion of insurance Several rounds of bloodwork and ultrasounds throughout the process Hysteroscopy- Assess the uterus Birth control to coordinate cycle for interventions Egg retrieval- Follistin, Low Dose Hcg, Aspirin, Metformin, Cetrotide, Ganirelix, Lupron, Cabergoline, Azithromycin, Letrozole Embryology Transfer- Estrogen patch, Estridiol, Aspirin, Progesterone, Medrol, Azithromycin Blood testing for pregnancy Post-transfer- Weaning of transfer meds

My insurance covered most of the procedure costs after I met my deductible but did not cover medication. I am still working with insurance to determine if PGT-A will be covered.

Dr. A recommended a single embryo transfer for me.

Exceptional Care from a Caring Professional. I had the privilege of being under the care of Dr. Asemota recently, and I must say, it was an experience that truly set a standard for what healthcare should be. She embodies the qualities of a physician who goes above and beyond for her patients. From the moment I stepped into her office, I was greeted with warmth and a genuine concern for my well-being. Dr. Asemota took the time to listen attentively to my concerns, making me feel heard and valued as a patient. Her gentle demeanor immediately put me at ease, creating a safe space for open communication. Throughout my treatment, Dr. A., as she is affectionately known as, demonstrated a level of involvement that exceeded my expectations. She not only explained the medical aspects of my condition in a clear and understandable manner but also took the time to address any questions or uncertainties I had. It was evident that she had a deep knowledge of her field, which instilled a sense of confidence in the care I was receiving. What truly stood out to me was her dedication to my overall wellness. This approach, in my opinion, showcases a level of care and commitment that is rare to find in healthcare professionals. Dr. Asemota is a remarkable physician who combines expertise with genuine compassion. Her caring nature, gentle approach, and unwavering commitment to her patients' well-being make her an invaluable asset to the medical community. I wholeheartedly recommend (and HAVE recommended) Dr. A. to anyone seeking not just a doctor, but a true partner in their healthcare journey.

Keeping an open mind is indeed crucial when seeking help from a fertility specialist like Dr. Obehi Asemota. Fertility treatments can be complex, and being open to different options and approaches can lead to more effective and personalized care. It allows Dr. Asemota to explore a wider range of possibilities and tailor a treatment plan that aligns with your unique circumstances. This mindset can contribute significantly to a positive and successful fertility journey.

Dr Asemota was our 3rd and FINAL Fertility Doctor. In my experience, Dr. Asemota employed a controlled ovarian stimulation protocol, Regular monitoring through ultrasounds and blood tests were conducted to assess follicular growth. Once the follicles reach an optimal size, a trigger shot, was administered to induce ovulation. Following the egg retrieval, ICSI was performed successfully, the blastocysts grew and were prepared to be frozen at day 5. Two embryos were transferred. This resulted in positive pregnancy test. Unfortunately, we did not have embryos tested the first round and both fetuses had irregular chromosomes. One died at 9 weeks, spontaneously, and a few weeks later, the pregnancy was then terminated. In our final attempt, my husband and I opted for donor eggs. We purchased 6. We used ICSI and PGTA testing and had 3 “normal” resulting embryos. I went through the transfer protocol for 1 embryo using progesterone and estradiol, etc and this also resulted in a positive pregnancy which I am currently 18 weeks pregnant and baby is measuring “perfectly” the OB doctor says.

As self pay patient, IVF protocol was $10,500. Embryo only Transfer of donor egg was $4500. HSG test was about $1200. Bloodwork was generally included in the cost unless there was a “special” test that needed to be done. Semen analysis was about $300

Dr Asemota asked if I wanted to transfer 2 or 1 embryos in our first attempt with transfer with her. Because we did not elect to have PGTA testing, it was explained to us that there may be a chance that one embryo would not survive, and this may increase our chances of a successful pregnancy for 1 baby. On our second attempt with tested embryos. She also asked if we wanted to elect to have two embryos transferred, but emphasized the risks of a twin pregnancy. When I expressed my concerns, she gave me plenty of information, took note of my concerns and recommended a single embryo transfer, which we opted for.

She listens, good bedside manner, doesn't beat around the bush, and skilled. She would always find my ovaries that loved to hide always when the nurses found it them difficult to find. I particularly like her cos I feel like she's personable.

-Ask questions. Silly questions don't exist in fertility. -Make sure you know what your next visit entails so your always prepared.

In both cycles, Antagonist protocol was used. My dose was upped in the 2nd cycle after 1st was cancelled due to low follicular response at day 9 of stims. 2nd cycle led to retrieval of 12 mature eggs. 6 blasts, 4Pgta normal embryos

It was a breeze. Longest I stayed was 45 minutes because I wanted to see Dr Asemota personally and she had other patients she was attending to at that moment. Total time for Bloodwork and ultrasounds usually lasted about 15- 20mins

Paid about $10000 after a promo for both 1st cancelled cycle and 2nd cycle plus 1st transfer (failed). $4500 for successful FET, $650 for discharge/farewell package. If I remember correctly, consultation was around 350, Hysteroscopy, 1500