Dr. Aharon was very patient and thorough...always answered my questions in a timely manner...responded very quickly via email even once I was discharged from RMA...had good bedside manner and always described the treatment process...my second retrieval and pregnancy process and Dr. Aharon used the protocol that resulted the birth of my first child.
The system at RMA is very well oiled machine for monitoring hours...very thorough and detail oriented...The staff welcomed me every morning even at very early hours... I did not have a good nurse however, once I switched to Allie everything was wonderful!
How was your experience with Devora Aharon at RMA of New York?
Dr. Aharon was very patient and thorough. She always answered my questions in a timely manner. She responded very quickly via email even once I was discharged from RMA. She had good bedside manner and always described the treatment process. She was very helpful and I’m very thankful to her for helping me expand my family.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Devora Aharon at RMA of New York?
You should feel comfortable speaking up and reaching out for what you need.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Devora Aharon at RMA of New York?
Dr. Aharon was always very responsive via email. She always explained the process of the treatment. Although I had some difficulty with other members of the staff Dr. Aharon always made sure to follow up and double check that her clinical plan was being executed as directed.
Describe the protocols Devora Aharon used in your cycles at RMA of New York and their degree of success.
This was my second retrieval and pregnancy process and Dr. Aharon used the protocol that resulted the birth of my first child.
Describe your experience with your nurse at RMA of New York. (Assigned nurse: Allie Geliebter )
Initially during this treatment I did not have a good nurse however, once I switched to Allie everything was wonderful!
Describe your experience with RMA of New York.
RMA is very thorough and detail oriented. It is very comforting that the East side staff gets to know you well especially when you are there everyday. The staff welcomed me every morning even at very early hours. They called consistently at almost the same time which helped me plan my day so that I could be near the phone during my busy work schedule.
Describe your experience with your monitoring appointments at RMA of New York.
The system at RMA is very well oiled machine for monitoring hours. You can request a specific time and only once did I not receive that time however I called and asked to go at the time I wanted and was accommodated. If you are during the first morning hours it takes some time to check in but there is plenty of room in the waiting room.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Devora Aharon at RMA of New York.
Co-pay and paying for medication not covered by my insurance
What specific things went wrong at RMA of New York?
Failed to convey critical information
Describe the specific things that went wrong at RMA of New York.
Only one time did this happen where the nurse did not give me detailed information for the medicine and dosage I was supposed to take.
[Dr. Devora Aharon] was not warm, felt very judgmental and robotic. She didn’t provide an environment that fostered conversation or education at all. No communication with her at all after the initial consult and ultrasound. No responses via phone or email. No follow up from her.
[At RMA of New York it is] Difficult to get someone on the phone from a clinical team, receptionists did the best they could...No response from the team (MD or RN) when bloodwork and labs resulted in the portal on a whole...Multiple calls/emails to my “team” following the initial consult and lab results with specific questions I wanted answered- no response from anyone
How was your experience with Devora Aharon at RMA of New York?
Dr. Aharon was not warm, felt very judgmental and robotic. She didn’t provide an environment that fostered conversation or education at all. No communication with her at all after the initial consult and ultrasound. No responses via phone or email. No follow up from her.
Describe the protocols Devora Aharon used in your cycles at RMA of New York and their degree of success.
N/a
Describe your experience with the nursing staff at RMA of New York.
Minimal interaction with them. Unprofessional and rushed in person following the first consult. Little to no communication after that
Describe your experience with RMA of New York.
Difficult to get someone on the phone from a clinical team, receptionists did the best they could.
I called twice and emailed once without response after my initial visit. I still haven’t received any response or follow up 3 months later. Have switched clinics and am incredibly grateful to have left this disorganized and seemingly unknowledgeable organization
Describe Devora Aharon's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at RMA of New York.
N/a
What specific things went wrong at RMA of New York?
Failed to call with results
Failed to convey critical information
Describe the specific things that went wrong at RMA of New York.
No response from the team (MD or RN) when bloodwork and labs resulted in the portal on a whole. I received one brief call from an RN following my day 3 blood work results only. Multiple calls/emails to my “team” following the initial consult and lab results with specific questions I wanted answered- no response from anyone
Dr. Aharon suggested I go straight to IVF since it was discovered that one of my fallopian tubes were blocked...demonstrated kindness, compassion and professionalism each and every visit...sure to answer every question in detail and never made me feel rushed during my visits
I have only had very positive experiences [at RMA of New York] from the phlebotomist to the nurses to the doctors at this clinic....all very knowledgable about the treatments that they offer and we're all very professional and kind...All of the nurses and care coordinators are knowledgable about the process
How was your experience with Devora Aharon at RMA of New York?
Dr. Aharon is an exceptional fertility doctor! She guided me through IVF with compassion, professionalism, and empathy. Her expertise and kindness alleviated my anxieties, making this journey manageable. Dr. Aharon demonstrated kindness, compassion and professionalism each and every visit I had. She made sure to answer every question in detail and never made me feel rushed during my visits. She went above and beyond to make sure that she wasn't attendance for both my egg retrieval and my embryo transfer, which I was very grateful for! Dr. Aharon is truly knowledgable in the field of fertility and I could not recommend her enough!
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Devora Aharon at RMA of New York?
to ask any question or concern you may have!
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Devora Aharon at RMA of New York?
Dr. Aharon would go above and beyond to make sure we felt confident in our treatment plan. She never made us feel rushed or that any question was "stupid". Dr. Aharon would always make the time to respond to any email or questions I have directly, instead of going through the nurses. Dr. Aharon was professional, compassionate and patient.
Describe the protocols Devora Aharon used in your cycles at RMA of New York and their degree of success.
Dr. Aharon suggested I go straight to IVF since it was discovered that one of my fallopian tubes were blocked. I truly believe it was the best course of action which resulted in my now 4 month old baby!
Describe your experience with your nurse at RMA of New York.
All of the nurses and care coordinators are knowledgable about the process and informed on my treatment plan and were able to answer questions in addition to dr. Aharon.
Describe your experience with RMA of New York.
I have only had very positive experiences from the phlebotomist to the nurses to the doctors at this clinic. They are all very knowledgable about the treatments that they offer and we're all very professional and kind.
Describe Devora Aharon's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at RMA of New York.
I agreed with my doctor on the amount of embryos to transfer, especially since it was my first transfer.
[Dr.Aharon] was there to help us in this complicate journey...She is truly professional, her team also, and I felt at all times that She knew what She was doing. I felt protected even when the things didn't go well at the first time...My first egg retrieval didn't work out, She changed a few medications and the second one It was great. Also I had a miscarriage after the first embryo transfer and She added a new medication for the second one, and It went well
The clinic [at RMA of New York] is well organized, you can see that They treat a lot of women and They know what They are doing. They were only on time with the monitors, with the instructions. They are really professional, is a real fertility clinic...[the nursing team] always explained me everything perfectly, clearly and kindly...[the doctor] and her team were there all the time, answering my questions, my doubts, They were caring of me in a real way
How was your experience with Devora Aharon at RMA of New York?
I only have a good words to describe Dr.Aharon, She was there to help us in this complicate journey, her and her team were there all the time, answering my questions, my doubts, They were caring of me in a real way.
She is truly professional, her team also, and I felt at all times that She knew what She was doing.
I felt protected even when the things didn't go well at the first time.
Now I'm almost 10 weeks pregnant and everything is going well.
I'm very glad to have met Dr. Aharon.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Devora Aharon at RMA of New York?
To take all process with patience, Is not easy and maybe you will face problems during the process, but no give up, you are in good hands, They know what They are doing.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Devora Aharon at RMA of New York?
She took a good care of me, She was there to help me and I felt it, and always explained everything with details and kindness and always worried about what I was feeling in that moment.
Describe the protocols Devora Aharon used in your cycles at RMA of New York and their degree of success.
My first egg retrieval didn't work out, She changed a few medications and the second one It was great.
Also I had a miscarriage after the first embryo transfer and She added a new medication for the second one, and It went well.
Through the procedures They understand how works your body and the reactions.
Describe your experience with your nurse at RMA of New York. (Assigned nurse: Anita/Vivian/Boris)
They always explained me everything perfectly, clearly and kindly
Describe your experience with RMA of New York.
The clinic is well organized, you can see that They treat a lot of women and They know what They are doing.
They were only on time with the monitors, with the instructions.
They are really professional, is a real fertility clinic.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Devora Aharon at RMA of New York.
Everything is worth it, Also my Insurance covered the al process.
Describe Devora Aharon's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at RMA of New York.
She gave us the best option and We decided following her advice.
Dr. Aharon was so incredibly kind...so supportive and responsive when my first round of IUI resulted in miscarriage...provided me with all of the information...accommodating of my difficult schedule...Unmedicated IUI (successful, but miscarried), followed by IUI with clomid and IUI with letrozole. IUI with letrozole was ultimately successful.
[RMA of New York] itself can feel like a factory, lots of people waiting at different stages of their process. At first this felt very impersonal, compounded by the obviously emotionally charged nature of the visits. But I was ultimately very comfortable with my doctor and really felt like I got high quality care
How was your experience with Devora Aharon at RMA of New York?
Dr. Aharon was so incredibly kind throughout the entire course of my treatment when my husband and I were struggling to get pregnant. She was so supportive and responsive when my first round of IUI resulted in miscarriage. She provided me with all of the information I needed but did so thoughtfully and with great care. I particularly appreciated how responsive she was to emails. She was also so accommodating of my difficult schedule, which would have otherwise made my fertility treatment impossible. I trusted her decision making completely, and after 4 rounds of IUI we welcomed our son into the world.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Devora Aharon at RMA of New York?
To trust in her recommendations and treatment plan, and try to be patient.
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Devora Aharon at RMA of New York?
Dr. Aharon was so incredibly kind throughout the entire course of my treatment when my husband and I were struggling to get pregnant. She was so supportive and responsive when my first round of IUI resulted in miscarriage. She provided me with all of the information I needed but did so thoughtfully and with great care. I trusted her decision making completely, and after 4 rounds of IUI we welcomed our son into the world.
Describe the protocols Devora Aharon used in your cycles at RMA of New York and their degree of success.
Unmedicated IUI (successful, but miscarried), followed by IUI with clomid and IUI with letrozole. IUI with letrozole was ultimately successful.
Describe your experience with the nursing staff at RMA of New York.
Very efficient, always kind.
Describe your experience with RMA of New York.
The office itself can feel like a factory, lots of people waiting at different stages of their process. At first this felt very impersonal, compounded by the obviously emotionally charged nature of the visits. But I was ultimately very comfortable with my doctor and really felt like I got high quality care.
Dr Aharon was thoughtful and knew her stuff...recommended but did not push too hard that I remove my fallopian tubes...hydrosalpinx in both fallopian tubes...was clear about the chances of success at each stage of the process...connected me to other resources within their office...one embryo transfer
[RMA of New York] had knowledgeable staff, nice offices and medical rooms...helped me coordinated a complicated process...finance people were just OK...got a call hinting that my long awaited and scheduled embryo transfer would not happen if I did not resolve a financial issue with my insurance
How was your experience with Devora Aharon at RMA of New York?
Dr Aharon was thoughtful and knew her stuff. She recommended but did not push too hard that I remove my fallopian tubes and I believe that advice helped me have my healthy baby girl. She was clear about the chances of success at each stage of the process and connected me to other resources within their office.
What's one piece of advice would you give a prospective patient of Devora Aharon at RMA of New York?
She is an expert and although she seems a little young, she is up to date on all of the latest in fertility medicine. Her clinic and lab is one of the best in the country and the lab is important!
During treatment, were you treated like a number or a human with Devora Aharon at RMA of New York?
Dr Aharon was compassionate, knew exactly what was going on with me, and thoughtful/gentle when delivering not great news (that I had hydrosalpinx in both fallopian tubes)
Describe your experience with RMA of New York.
The clinic had knowledgeable staff, nice offices and medical rooms, and helped me coordinated a complicated process. The finance people were just OK because I got a call hinting that my long awaited and scheduled embryo transfer would not happen if I did not resolve a financial issue with my insurance company, which was stressful.
Describe the costs associated with your care under Devora Aharon at RMA of New York.
$15k total including meds
Describe Devora Aharon's approach to eSET (elective single embryo transfer) vs. multiple embryo transfer at RMA of New York.
Just one embryo transfer and that was perfect for me because it resulted in my baby daughter and I was not going for multiples