Eric Forman

I came to Dr. Forman after having worked with a different doctor at Columbia and then having moved to NYU. I decided to move back to Columbia to give him a try and I am so glad I did. Right away, I was impressed by Dr. Forman's calm and reassuring demeanor as well as his clinical knowledge and willingness to try something different with my retrieval protocol. He is firmly grounded in emerging fertility research and best practices. My previous doctor at Columbia would tell me what I wanted to hear and was a very confusing and long-winded communicator. Dr. Forman doesn't hesitate to give his clinical opinion and not sugar coat things, but he's also willing to hear your concerns, give options, and if there's something you really want to try, he will usually partner with you. I feel lucky to be in his care. As some have commented, he can sometimes come across as a bit reserved, maybe a little bit awkward, but don't confuse that for a lack of caring. After a recent difficult procedure, he personally called me to check in and make sure I'm ok. He is on email and will respond at almost any time of day. One other possible downside, depending on your wishes, is that he does not do any of the more experimental/non-research based treatments or protocols. So if you want to do immune treatments like intralipids, you may need to go elsewhere.

He is open to your questions and suggestions, so don't hesitate to have a conversation. If something isn't working, ask him what other approaches he would recommend. If you're coming from another clinic/doctor, ask what he would do differently. I'm sure he will have ideas.

I have endometriosis around my ovaries which has impacted my egg quantity and quality. I've done 8 retrieval cycles to bank 6 embryos. After doing a medium dose traditional protocol and two high dose protocols (one was lupron microflare) all with estrogen priming with other doctors, I consulted with Forman. He recommended taking letrozole during the first 5 days of stims, plus a lower dose protocol (150 gonal, 150 menopur). This protocol worked really well and was something no other doctor recommended. I did one medicated FET which did not work, so next FET we will try a modified natural. In between, Forman suggested a hysteroscopy and endometritis biopsy. I was positive for endometritis, so I did 3 weeks of antibiotics and my second biopsy was clear so we can move on to FET soon.

Scheduling appointments is super easy through MyChart. It can be a bit of a cattle call, but during my 5 rounds of stims, I only remember a couple times when they were running more than 15 minutes late. I felt like everything was very efficient and well-run.

Egg retrieval cycles were about 15K excluding morning monitoring because my insurance did cover those visits.

Dr. Forman has done a lot of research in this area and he is firm about eSET.

At first, I was hesitant and cautious as I was coming from another fertility clinic, CCRM, that I had a horrible and heartbreaking experience at. My first impression of Dr Forman is that he was a tad bit awkward in his demeanor but I was excited at the thought of trying a different and respected clinic like Columbia. Now that I am through all of my treatments (pregnant with my second healthy baby) I can confidently say that I truly loved working with Dr Forman. He is extremely communicative and straight forward and clear about the process. He is transparent with any risk and would be available to answer any question or concern I had along the way both times. He shows compassion when necessary though not overly so which made me feel like he was more genuine than someone who was overly so and phony. Most importantly, I trusted him fully the whole way through and knew he had my best interest in mind always. I am so deeply grateful that I found him and that he gave me a hopeful and successful journey that I hadn't experienced before. I have a 2 year old boy and another on the way both successes of first time transfers and again, I could not feel more grateful for Dr Forman for making my dream come true.

If you are put off by potential awkwardness, please look past it as he is an extremely wonderful and capable doctor.

We started off with Clomid and IUI cycles as we agreed that would be a good start before the investment of IVF since my fertility was unexplained. Unfortunately these did no produce positive pregnancy tests. Then Dr Forman suggested I might try to get an endometrial biopsy which is done via surgery. I was happy to do so as I didn't want to move forward with IVF without knowing if I had a huge obstacle in my way. Turns out I did have some endometriosis which was removed in that surgery. After that, we decided to do IVF. We did egg retrieval and then froze our embryos and did genetic testing on them. We then thawed and transferred one embryo in May 2021 which resulted in a positive pregnancy. We did progesterone shots and Estradiol for the first 10 weeks. This pregnancy resulted in my healthy baby boy. Then we took a break for about 2 years and decided we wanted to do another transfer. We used the same protocol as with my first son since it worked and I was happy to do that. Now I am pregnant with another healthy baby boy (15 weeks along).

The costs were high as it was IVF. The transfers were about $2800 before meds. The retrieval was closer to $25k. They did provide us with info on financing plans and state grants that could be provided. I don't think the cost is much different elsewhere though. The monitoring appts were all covered under insurance which wasn't the case at CCRM where I went first. So that made a huge difference.

Columbia, I believe, only transfers one embryo at a time as a policy.

In our first appointment with Dr. Forman, he provided a thorough overview of Columbia's fertility clinic and the typical diagnostic tests a new couple undergoes before starting treatments. He also went through what the typical path would be to go down (although everyone will be different). Dr. Forman provided plenty of detail on the various procedures and types of medication and answered questions we had about outcome probability and risks of treatment. He asked lots of questions about both my and my husband's medical history, and also made an effort to know more about us on a personal level. After bloodwork and other diagnostic tests, it was decided the best course of action would be to start with IUIs. After the first one was successful, we decided to try another IUI given I had responded well to the medication. We were unsuccessful again on attempts 2 and 3 and decided to move onto IVF. We started IVF with about two weeks of medication and while my follicles were a little slow to start growing, there were plenty to proceed with the egg retrieval procedure. We were excited to have fertilized eggs a day after the procedure, unfortunately, none of the fertilized eggs made it viable embryos and our first cycle was over. This was upsetting and disappointing but Dr. Forman spent an hour on the phone with me after sharing the results walking through what could have caused that outcome and providing reassurance that he was confident that we could have success with another round. We agreed to take a month off and then try again. Dr. Forman tweaked our protocol slightly for round two and it seemed like my response to the medication was better this time around. After the egg retrieval, we had 8 fertilized eggs, 5 which made it to the Day 5 blastocyst stage and 4 which came back as good after being sent for genetic testing. Dr. Forman shared the news with us on Valentine's Day evening (which on top of being Valentine's Day was a also Sunday - he really does care about his patients!!) and we couldn't have been more grateful for such good news that day. We did a medicated transfer cycle a month later with our highest-quality embryo. While we did get pregnant based on the early bloodwork after the transfer, our levels were low and Dr. Forman was realistic about the chances of the pregnancy being viable. Ultimately we experienced a biochemical pregnancy which was devastating to us. Dr. Forman was understanding and compassionate while also giving us hope that we still have good embryos left and that there was a good chance the next try would work. For our next transfer, Dr. Forman suggested we try a natural cycle which involves no medication and closely monitoring my own cycle to time the transfer with ovulation. We used a trigger shot to ensure the timing of ovulation. This second cycle worked; early bloodwork looked promising and continued on the right trajectory and an ultrasound two weeks later confirmed the pregnancy and we saw the heartbeat. At 9 weeks we "graduated" from Dr. Forman's care and he helped us find an OBGYN to allow us to continue our care with Columbia.

Know you are in good hands and ask any and all questions you have - Dr. Forman will find time to get you the answers you need

IUIs: Clomid + Trigger Shot Retrieval Round 1: Started on birth control; Follistim + Low Dose HCG; Ganirelix; Lupron + HCG trigger Retrieval Round 2: Clomid; Follistim + Menopur; Ganirelix; Lupron + HGC trigger Medicated Transfer: Started on birth control; Estrogen + Progesterone injections Natural Transfer: Progesterone suppositories + trigger shot

Dr. Forman is supportive of elective single embryo transfer

Dr. Forman listened to my concerns and is very good with first time IVF patients. Nothing was too small for his attention and he’s always doing his best for you. He consistently went above and beyond for me the entire time I was in his care. A perfect example of this was when I had expressed how much I wanted him to perform the actual IVF procedure rather than another doctor from the clinic. The day of the procedure, it wasn’t guaranteed that he could make it but he rushed to the clinic and made it happen. I actually teared up when I saw him. These things mean the world to women who have no control over their bad fortune.

I do not have a uterus but still have my ovaries. IVF, creating and freezing embryos and using a gestational carrier was the only strategy. It was all pretty straight forward for everyone. I declined using birth control because I had LH test strips to tell me approximately when my first day of cycle would be. He then monitored my blood work until we knew when to start everything. My injectables were Menopur, Gonal F & Cetrotide.

Dr. Forman always went out of his way so that I could understand everything that was happening and when anything went wrong as well. Great communicator, always respectful and honest. Whenever something went wrong he showed concern for me and would not push us aside.

Never be afraid to ask any question because he will always answer you.

For my egg retrieval a Lupron trigger protocol was used with me because of my PCOS. I was supposed to have a fresh embryo transfer done but because my ovaries did become a bit over stimulated we moved to a frozen embryo transfer instead. All 3 of my embryo transfers with Dr. Foreman were positive but the first two ended up being ectopic pregnancies and the last one ended up in a miscarriage.

Morning monitoring was busy but you never feel like they don't care about you.

Dr. Foreman would always prefer a single embryo transfer but if you wanted a multiple embryo transfer he will oblige.

My husband and I came to Dr. Forman after two retrievals at another clinic. From our first interaction, it was clear that we had made the right choice in switching to his care. Dr. Forman's expertise is immediately apparent. He is very experienced but does not rely on that alone as he clearly stays up-to-date with the latest fertility research. His evidence-based approach gave us confidence in every step of our treatment plan. Dr. Forman looked closely at our funnels from our retrievals at our prior clinic and suggested a lower dose course of medications which I feel was a good choice for us. What truly sets Dr. Forman apart is his availability and dedication to his patients. He was consistently responsive over email and not once did we feel rushed or that our questions were trivial. This level of attentiveness made us feel valued and supported throughout our IVF journey and fostered a sense of partnership that was so appreciated during what can be an emotional and challenging process. In my opinion, Dr. Forman exemplifies what the doctor-patient relationship should be. His combination of medical expertise, open communication, and investment in our success has redefined our expectations of medical care and we cannot recommend him enough.

Dr.Forman is a very kind and smart doctor. He set realistic expectations for us and helped us understand what we were in for. He is nice and cares a lot. He did an amazing job with us and our fertility journey was successful. He is on the quieter side. He's not going to be the loud guy in the room, but he's gentle and caring.

When we initally spoke to him over zoom I was a little bit nervous because he wasnt the most charismatic guy. Dont let that tear you away. He is awesome and he doesnt need to be that person, he needs to be a good and kind doctor, which he is.

We used ICSI which gave us amazing results. I think Dr.Forman was very impressed with our success, we were hoping for the best but understood it might not be easy.

Our insurance covered our IVF cycle and embryo transfer. We paid for the genetic testing and the storage of our embryos.

Dr.Forman only allowed us to transfer one embryo, which is smart, but I wish he gave us more of an option to do two.

While Dr. Forman always showed compassion and understanding, he also made sure we were aware of the potential outcomes and had realistic expectations throughout the process which was very helpful during this rollercoaster of a journey. He took the time to explain the X linked genetic disorder I had and how to minimize the possibility of passing it to my children. Dr. Forman also made himself available to answer any questions during the process and was extremely prompt in responding to emails. I liked being able to contact him directly for certain things.

He does not make any promises and give unrealistic hopes, but he is positive and encouraging. Our outcomes were very much in line with what he had predicted given our case so even certain difficult news were not necessarily surprises.

Leading up to the egg retrieval, we did stims which were adjusted after a few bloodwork appointments. Then for frozen embryo transfer, he walked me through the various options and suggested that I am a good candidate for modified natural so I did not take additional medication that weren't necessary for my case. That was very appreciated.

Columbia/Dr. Forman were in network for my health insurance and I had fertility benefit so the out of pocket costs were minimal.

We wanted single embryo transfer and he supported that approach given the research.

When I had concerns about an upcoming transfer, he personally did my scan and addressed any concerns I had. You don't always see your doctor during morning monitoring but if there is a concern, he will try to address it as soon as possible.

You are in good hands with Dr.Forman. He truly cares about his patients and will tell you what he thinks are the best treatment options.

I did 1 retrieval cycle at Columbia. Dr.Forman recommended estrogen priming and once I started stims, it was clomid, gonal, and menopur. My doses for gonal and menopur weren't as high as my previous retrievals from a different clinic. His reason for estrogen priming was to try to get the follicles to grow at the same pace to hopefully get more mature eggs.

They had multiple times for morning monitoring. I think they start at 7am- 11am for morning monitoring. They're efficient, I don't think I waited more then 15mins for morning monitoring.

I was self pay for retrieval with pgt and transfer cycle. I retrieval cycle cost about 15K, pgt was 300 per embryo, retrival meds were 4k, transfer cycle was 5k.

Dr.Forman is in favor of eSET.

Throughout every step of our fertility treatment, Dr. Forman demonstrated an unparalleled level of professionalism and attention to detail. His ability to explain complex medical concepts in a clear and accessible manner empowered us with knowledge, making us active participants in our own fertility journey. This open communication fostered a sense of trust and collaboration that we had not experienced with other healthcare professionals. What truly sets Dr. Forman apart is his communication. He responded to ALL messages no matter the time of day or date - even on Christmas!!! The results speak for themselves: thanks to Dr. Forman’s expertise, we are now expecting our first child. The joy and excitement we feel are immeasurable, and we credit Dr. Forman for making our dream a reality. Beyond the medical excellence, the entire staff at CUMC contributed to creating a supportive and compassionate environment. The nurses, administrative staff, and everyone we encountered played a crucial role in making our fertility journey a positive and transformative experience. If you are seeking a fertility doctor who combines cutting-edge expertise with genuine care and compassion, look no further than Dr. Forman. Our journey with them has been nothing short of a miracle, and we are eternally grateful for the expertise and kindness that defined our experience at Columbia Fertility.

Take his advice on treatment approach

We did 3 IUIs which were unsuccessful. 2 Egg retrievals and 1 transfer which I am currently pregnant from.

Easy to schedule and quick - I was in and out

I belive the cost of IVF + morning monitoring was between 17-18k

Dr. F recommends single embryo transfer

Dr Forman is the best doctor I’ve ever had. Before starting IVF I researched many doctors with Dr Forman being my #1 and hoping he would take my insurance. After having my first consultation with Dr Forman, I realized I 100% made the right decision. He never wasted my time & had me on a schedule of all the necessary tests needed to complete an egg retrieval as soon as I could. He spent time answering all my and my husbands and questions and anything I felt I forgot to answer at the time he would email me back right away with an answer. He gave realistic expectations while still keeping me optimistic throughout and he was always right.

Put your trust in Dr Forman and the process because he will never steer you wrong. I am a huge internet researcher and I learned that that will only drive me crazy. Dr Forman is truly an amazing doctor and you’ll be in the best hands.

I used Gonal F, Menopour and centroide. My trigger was HCG 5000 IU and Leuprolide Acetate. I did this for two cycles yielding 16 eggs and then 17 eggs at my egg retrievals.

Mostly covered by insurance besides the genetic testing of embryos

I transferred one single embryo and that’s what I had wanted to begin with.

I recently had the extraordinary privilege of being treated by Dr. Eric Forman, and I can confidently say that his office is the best Fertility clinic I have been to, and he is the best doctor I have ever encountered. From the moment I stepped into their clinic, I felt an overwhelming sense of warmth, empathy, and professionalism that immediately put me at ease. We traveled very far to be under his care. It was worth every penny. I would do it over again if I had to. Dr. Eric Forman's expertise in the field of in fertility care is truly unmatched. His extensive knowledge and experience are evident in every aspect of their practice. During my initial consultation, he took the time to thoroughly explain the entire IVF process we ended up only needing an IUI, but they addressed all my concerns and patiently answered all my questions. His ability to communicate complex medical information in a clear and understandable manner was truly commendable. I knew I was not going to receive a one size fits all type of care, and he truly tailors the care you need to your specific body and what is going on. One of the most impressive aspects of Dr. Eric Forman's approach is his personalized and individualized care. They recognized that every patient's journey is unique, and they tailored my treatment plan to suit my specific needs. They took the time to understand my medical history, lifestyle, and emotional well-being, ensuring that my treatment was not only medically sound but also emotionally supportive. Throughout our entire process, Dr. Eric Forman and his team displayed exceptional professionalism and dedication. They provided continuous support, not just during appointments but also via phone and email, promptly addressing any concerns or anxieties I had. His availability and responsiveness made me feel valued and cared for as a patient. The level of attention and care extended to me by Dr. Eric Forman extended to their entire staff. The nursing team was incredibly kind, compassionate, and competent. They made each visit comfortable and stress-free, ensuring that I felt supported throughout the entire process. I am forever grateful to Dr. Eric Forman for all his help throughout this process. We ended up seeing a different clinic for our IUI, but he guided me through the whole process and he answered every single email I sent him (even when he didn’t have to). He made sure they were doing what they needed to be doing and NOW WE ARE PREGNANT! Dr. Eric Forman is an exceptional doctor who combines unparalleled expertise with compassionate care. His dedication to his patients, personalized approach, and outstanding results makes him the best fertility doctor I have ever encountered. If you are searching for a knowledgeable, skilled, and compassionate fertility specialist, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Eric Forman. I truly believe I would not be pregnant if it weren’t for him. The care I received during my IUI was not even comparable to the care he provides. Due to the timing, we just couldn’t make it to NYC for this specific IUI cycle.

Don't lose hope! And document your entire journey

For the initial consultation, other virtual appointments, blood work, genetic testing, and my HSG, totaled over $6,000 thankfully our insurance covered majority of it.

I have seen three doctors in total, and consulted with many more. Dr. Forman is among the best and someone that I highly recommend for anyone looking for a doctor who will give you clear guidance and really help inform the decision making. He was instrumental in recommending a course of action that lead to my first health pregnancy after 10 rounds of ivf.

Dr. Forman has limited time during monitoring hours, so if you have any follow up questions make sure you reach out over email- he will always get back to you and provide a clear overview.

We started with a duo-stim ivf cycle, which was experimental, but did lead to a successful egg retrieval after several cancelled cycles. We eventually made the decision to shift to a donor egg approach, which has it's own set of complications. And Dr. Forman advised us through the donor selection process and then the transfer, which was a dedicated transfer cycle.

We switched to him after a terrible experience beforehand. He came highly recommended and since IVF is probably one of the most traumatic things as a woman you will go through, it's important to have the right people behind you. He spoke to us on the phone after looking over my charts off-hand and quickly summed up what he thought the process would look like. He is a bit shy, but answers every question you have, and will always answer via email. If you have questions and you prefer to speak on the phone- tell him this, he wants you to have the best experience possible. I am someone who NEEDS coddling, and once i explained this to him- he really went out of his way to do this.

He is shy at first, but dont take it personally- it's just him! He really is the BEST doctor, and will help you reach your goal- to get pregnant!!

We did three different protocols. The first one, we started off before my period-since i am relatively " young" for IVF there was nothing to be assumed wouldn't be easy. We started off with Gonal F. Menopur, Cetrotide, Leuprolide, Ovidrel- but the Menopur hurt so much that we switched to low dose HCG. The menopur just really burned and i couldnt take it. the first round we didnt get many eggs and the quality wasn't great so he recommended i take Coq10 ( which DEFINITELY helped ) so for the second round we waited to start my period- and did a similar treatment- but i took Clomid first to help. The last cycle we did a microdose lupron flare which seemed to yield the best results. We got 10 eggs and out of the 10- 6 of them were viable quality embryos!

Our insurance covered about 90% of everything, since we were doing IVF because we are carriers for Cystic Fibrosis. The PGT Lab cost 3000 out of pocket, plus an additional 400 per embryo.

He always suggests Eset

Dr. Forman is a great communicator, which is so needed in an IVF process, which is multilayered and sometimes confusing. He was very responsive to my email queries outside of appointment time as well as in the appointments when I met with him in person. He is personable and empathic but is also very straight and direct about the facts of one's individual case. This forthrightness builds trust.

I would highly recommend a client book a consult with Dr. Forman if considering IVF and deciding on a doctor and clinic in NYC.

I was 50 when I met with Dr. Forman for the first time. I wanted to have a child, but my partner had passed away unexpectedly. We had been trying for a child together at this late stage in life but had been unsuccessful. Dr. Forman advised that I would have the best chance of IVF success and a healthy baby with a donor egg, given my age. His team helped me navigate the donor selection process. Once that was completed, embryos were created and tested for viability, and an embryo transfer was scheduled. The embryo transfer was successful on the first try!

One of the reasons I chose Dr. Forman was his research and subsequent recommendation for single embryo transfers over multiples. I did not want to take the risk of potentially having twins/multiples through IVF.

He has a sense of calmness to him which i think for folks like me (high anxious) works in his favor. I did not feel like he was pushing me unnecessarily towards any procedure. He performed the necessary tests and clearly explained the results, options available etc. I also had the benefit of comparison because before him i had had my consultation with a doctor at another practice who really felt like a salesman (i.e. just scared me without explaining anything when i asked multiple times). I appreciated that Dr Forman has been upfront and explains things. 2nd - His willingness to provide a clear path of what to expect and who will be involved in your care during each stage. During my process, he was going to be on vacation but he mentioned this to me before we started and gave me the choice.

Be open with him, he communicates so likewise just make sure you communicate as well. You're in good hands. He also was Dr to a friend of mine.

For the ovarian stimulation, I was on Menopur 2vials, Follistim 300. My dosage didn't change throughout. I was on same dosage of those for about 11 days before the trigger shot.

The system works. The only piece with me about this process is i wish they provided more context as they were doing the observation. When i asked they responded though so not bad.

We were paying everything out of pocket except (insurance didnt cover) for diagnostic testing. For the embryo preservation the cost was about $18k and then medications $6k. On the medications the tip from the nurse was i could order as we go to avoid ordering too much that you dont end up using. The nurse would advise me. This was helpful esp since everything was out of pocket.

From the start, Dr Forman was incredible. He can come off as unemotional but he truly cared about us and our outcome. He truly cares about his patients. When we had a failed transfer, he specifically reached out when he was on vacation to check in on me. I never felt like a number, rather a person. He listened to our story and tailored the treatment to just that. He always explained procedures and what the course of treatment would be and was available for any questions that came up during my cycles.

Be your own advocate. Sometimes you can get lost in the mix, but stand up for yourself and ask questions.

For timed intercourse and IUI's, we alternated between Clomid & Letrozole, although most of the cycles I was on Letrozole. I also used the trigger shot (ovidrel) most times. For my first IVF cycle I took 10 nights of 2 vials of menopur, and 250 units of gonalF, and 5 nights of cetrotide. For my second IVF cycle, I had the same protocol, although I was on the meds for 12 days. Both times, I used Ovidrel and Lupron as triggers. For my first transfer, we primed with birth control and i took estradiol and 1.5 mL of progesterone in Oil. For the second transfer, we decided not to prime with birth control and i was on estradiol and 1 mL of progesterone in oil.

most of our procedures were covered under insurance.

Dr Forman is in favor of eSET

Dr Forman is caring and is always there for you throughout your journey. He is excellent at explaining scientific and medical terms in digestible manner so that even a person distant from medical field can clearly understand the procedures. He does not sugar coat but sets realistic expectations and stays positive and reassuring during the process. He listens to his patients and seeks for the solutions best suitable for them. He always acts with utmost professionalism and provides exceptional care.

We first had 2 IUI rounds with Clomid which did not result in pregnancy. We then decided to move to IVF and had 2 rounds. I responded well to medications so both rounds had the same protocol (Gonal-F+Menopur+Lupron+HCG). The first one yielded 4 embryos but only 1 was good after the genetic testing. This was disappointing for us since we hoped to have more embryos that we could freeze. We had a second round of IVF which resulted in 4 good embryos after the genetic testing. We then proceeded with the natural transfer which resulted in active pregnancy.

Most of my expenses were covered by my insurance.

Dr Forman has a preference to eSET due to potential risk complications in multiple embryo transfer

I have nothing but the best things to say about my experience with Dr. Forman and Columbia University Fertility Center. Dr. Forman recognized that I really wanted to understand what we were doing every step of the way and thanks to his willingness to always answer my questions, I learned so much through this process. I truly can’t imagine going through the IVF process with anyone else and cannot recommend him enough.

Dr. Forman will get you where you want to go - just trust him and his process!

Dr Forman is the best doctor I've ever seen, of any specialty. I'm deeply grateful for his approach to educating and caring for patients. As women on this forum know, fertility treatments are a stressful process, both physically and emotionally, especially for women over 40. Having a doctor who treats you as an individual rather than a statistic, and helps you understand your options at every step of the process, is so incredibly important. I have recommended Dr Forman to many relatives and friends, all of whom have had very positive experiences.

Fertility treatments are tough, and for many of us, there are cycles during which we get disappointed. But having an expert, trusted advisor like Dr Forman is so critical to having the reassurance that you are getting the best care available.

Patients are allowed to self-schedule monitoring appointments so I could choose a time that worked for my schedule

Dr. Forman was very honest about our chances of conception being lower than average due to my age (at the time 46 years old). He explained the procedures we could attempt in order to increase our chances, and expertly laid out all of our options. We were hoping to get additional embryos in case the single viable embryo we already had did not take. After two additional cycles he was very honest with us that the chances were extremely low of getting another, but left the decision up to us whether we wanted to proceed or move to a transfer. There was never any pressure, he would return emails almost immediately and answered every question thoroughly. He has a sweet bedside manner, is kind, so knowledgeable and an expert in the field. When my husband and I say “Wow we made this baby!”, we always add “The three of us made this baby (myself, husband and Dr. Forman). We are forever thankful and recommend him to the moon and back.

Come in with questions, they can be as specific and niche as possible and Dr.Forman will not only have an answer, but will likely be able to cite studies and additional research to backup answers.

The protocol was not changed much from cycle to cycle, so less custom than our previous doctor. Since we only had one viable embryo, he recommended we do a trial transfer which involved taking all the drugs we would take for an actual transfer and in lieu of an actual transfer he would take a biopsy of the uterine lining. This is in order to ensure he has the best approximation of the window of time in which he should do the transfer. We were very happy we did this because he was able to make an adjustment to the timing for our actual transfer which we did several weeks later.

We were fortunate to have an insurance plan which covered most costs. We were responsible for a small copay each visit and PGS testing costs.

Dr Forman was great, he took the time to explain the different processes from IUI to IVF, helped us get a back up protocol in place in case the IUI's didn't work. He was never too busy to answer Q's. I truly believe it is due to Dr Forman (& his incredible team of nurses) why we're pregnant today!

The level of treatment & care is well worth any cost different with other clinics. His reviews & results speak for themselves

We used Clomid from Day 3 for 5 days, then returned to the clinic to check follicle growth, would inject Ovidel & have intercourse that night before returning to the clinic approx 36hrs later for the IUI insemination, followed by intercourse that night or the following to improve chances.

Costs at Columbia were more compared to our prior clinic in NJ however it was worth it to get the level of care & attention from Dr Forman & the nurses! It was approximately $2,000 per cycle for medicated IUI, with insurance covering some elements but not all.

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Working with Dr. Forman has been the most positive experience I've ever had with a doctor. My husband and I did our research, and chose Dr. Forman after reading many positive reviews about his communicative style, compassion, and good results. We began seeing him in August of 2019, after a year of trying to conceive naturally and some disappointing diagnostic results (low AMH, high FSH) at another clinic. He took all possible factors into consideration (my age, diagnostic results, insurance coverage, etc.) into consideration when recommending we jump straight into IVF. Our first cycle yielded only 1 egg, but thankfully, PGS results were normal. We stuck with a similar protocol for the second round of IVF, with the goal of aiming for quality eggs again. That cycle was unsuccessful and we did not end up with any PGS normal embryos. Dr. Forman then suggested we adjust our protocol to something more aggressive (a microdose Lupron flare with a higher dose of Gonal (375 per night), 1 vial of Menopur, and HCG trigger). This protocol resulted in my most successful cycle, with 9 eggs and, ultimately, 2 PGS normal embryos. Due to the pandemic, a transfer was not an option during early spring, so after a thorough consultation with Dr. Forman, we opted for one more round of IVF in an attempt to bank another normal embryo. This final round was unsuccessful, with 2 abnormal embryos. Throughout the process, Dr. Forman was highly communicative and always available via email. He was sensitive yet forthcoming about my prospects when my FSH numbers continued to rise throughout the year. I appreciated the delicate balance he managed of being honest but caring. He also genuinely shared in our successes, which made it feel like we were a real team. I was grateful that he adjusted my protocol and always seemed to be thinking of new things to try. We did an eSET in August, which Dr. Forman made a point of doing himself, and are currently 11 weeks pregnant!

Take advantage of his expertise and responsiveness, and ask him any and all questions you may have.

See above.

Our cycles were covered by our fertility insurance, Progyny.

Dr. Forman opted for an eSET to reduce the risk of multiples and miscarriage. My understanding is that this is the current preferred approach based on research, so I was glad he chose it.

Dr. Forman is incredibly professional, smart and caring. He takes the time to review every detail about your history and tailors his treatment so that it works for you. Even right before many of my procedures, he would email with another tip/suggestion to increase my chances. I also was very nervous for many of my procedures and of course made him aware of that so he'd make sure to reassure me and provide a step by step of what to expect so that I didn't worry.

Make an appointment with him ASAP. He is the reason I am pregnant right now after being with the wrong doctor for almost a year.

We did two egg retrievals and one frozen transfer.

Our insurance covered two egg retrievals. About $1200 for frozen embryo.

We did a frozen embryo transfer with a 5 day blastocyst. We did not do genetic testing because of our age and preference.

No words can express how grateful I am to have Dr. Forman and his amazing team care for me during my IVF journey. Everyone was so caring and detail oriented every step of the way. Dr. Forman collaborates with the patient and the nursing/lab team to provide efficient, timely results. I would highly recommend this center for any friends and family wishing to start a family. Dr Forman takes care of his patients in a way that I have never seen it before. He will email/call even when he was away just to check on us!

Listen to him and don’t doubt him... he definitely knows what he is doing. But even if you have any questions, he will always answer you!

Dr Forman was my first IVF doctor in NJ but the. He moved to NY. We figured we could stay in the NJ clinic because it would be the same ... we were wrong! We finally decided to start treatment again in NY with Dr Forman and the first test he did was ERA to check why I had to FET that failed in the past .... results: I needed one a day of medication! He took the time to go over everything and realized that was the piece of the puzzle missing from the other clinic!