Thomas Price

My experience with Dr. Price was an absolute nightmare. I was coming into treatment after the 18 week loss of a spontaneous pregnancy, and at no point did he show any compassion or empathy for my situation. Communication was non-existent. After tests came back with low AMH levels he immediately focused on donor eggs despite my previous spontaneous pregnancy. Once I conceded to donor eggs, my protocol was never explained to me and I was never given any options with regards to my treatment (fresh versus frozen egg transfer, for example), which failed. When asked why treatment failed and what could be done differently next time, he offered no explanation beyond recommending a false cycle with the exact same protocol to make sure I didn't have endometrial inflammation (I didn't). When I became spontaneously pregnant again during a pause between cycles, he left my first ultrasound in the hands of inexperienced fellows while he stepped out for coffee. The fellows badly bungled diagnosing a blighted ovum. He neglected to follow up regarding regarding the diagnosis and did not communicate any information or explanation of the experience or diagnosis when asked.

I highly recommend that you seek a different care provider.

There was no rationale to the protocol that was expressed to me, nor was the protocol ever explained to me. I underwent a fresh egg transfer of a fertilized donor egg, and the protocol included birth control pills, in addition to lupron and progesterone injections.

Over $10,000

I was never offered the opportunity to choose between single and multiple embryo transfer and did not know that I could express a preference. I only underwent one single embryo transfer, which failed.

Appeared very knowledgeable but did not have any patient compassion. He honestly made us feel like we were taking up his time when we asked lots of questions, did not give me blount information, always “danced” around some topics and have more statistics than honest answers.

Expect statistics and no real answers. When asking him about further treatment and knowing that my egg quality is poor along with severe endometriosis, he continued to suggest IVF when asked about egg donors.

$18000

I wrote this above, but I think he genuinely cares. He may not be the most sensitive man when it comes to speaking, and can be very blunt. But he knows what he's talking about and is thorough. He's good at explaining issues, reasons, medications, and treatment plans. And he's usually quick to respond (and will respond to a ton of questions, even if he may think they're silly). He gives pros and cons, laying out options and helping you understand them, but lets you make decisions about your own care when there is a choice to be made. He hasn't been pushy about treatments and has been caring when I have experienced loss.

Understand that his personality might not meet your needs, and that is fine. He is a bit socially awkward and seems to have an all-absorbing interest his field -- but that interest and knowledge is why I like him. He knows his stuff but may not have the "bedside manner" that some people need/want.

I started seeing Dr. Price for recurrent loss. He ran a slew of tests, more than most doctors seem to, and gave me options for further testing. Due to some of my numbers, we tried Femara/Letrozole for 1 cycle (had a CP) and Clomid for another (had an ectopic). Our next plan of attack is Clomid again.

This is very different with insurances, so I can't say specifics.

Dr. Price is a very straight forward person. He is very serious in his practice. He rarely smiles but makes eye contact when needed. He only saw my husband and I twice and we had to deal with other doctors and nurses in the clinic.

He will remain professional and be straight forward with you but do not expect any warm and fuzzy feeling.

After the first visit we had with Dr. Price we had to deal with other doctors and nurses in the clinic for other testing and blood work and they adjust medication and dose.

At least 50% of cost of doctor visit and medication were covered by insurance and even despite that we have spent more than 10,000.00 and to continue with IVF or egg donor was impossible for us due to additional cost.

He actually used the phrases "you're never going to get pregnant with numbers like that" and when my second ivf cycle failed he said the he didn't know what to do next and they'd just "try transferring met embryos next time." Her offered no change in treatment plan other than more embryos.

Go to another clinic

IUI cycles involved both lh and fsh but ivf cycles did not Laparoscopy with ablation of endometriosis No ICSI the first cycle (resulting in about 10% fertilization rate) simply because he didn't see a need for it.

Efficient

Don't remember. We had insurance coverage, but getting the billing office to actually bill them was hard work

While initially my impression of Dr. Price was positive, looking back I question the course of action that he directed us to take knowing our history.

If you don't like a doctor who's style is very direct, consider a different doctor.

cycle one - Femera (5mg cycle days 3-7), trigger shot, timed intercourse, progesterone supplementation after BFP, chemical pregnancy cycle two - clomid (50mg cycle days 3-7), trigger shot, timed intercourse, progesterone supplementation after BFP, first trimester miscarriage

He isn’t one to think outside the box in regards to treatment. Very formulaic in the treatment of patients. If you are a basic case then he will work with you. I didn’t feel like he would thoroughly explain my options and I wasn’t given any resources.

Come with all your questions and steer the conversation. Bring an advocate if you are too emotional to do this yourself.

I was told donor eggs were my only option at age 34. After pushing I was allowed to try a cycle of clomid. I responded great, but they never sent in my “trigger” shot to the pharmacist because, “they didn’t think I would respond.”

He's on the direct/blunt side, but I like that. Not super warm/fuzzy, but still kind. Really good at explaining every step during examinations and procedures, and keeping me calm. Answers questions in session, and through patient portal.

Be sure your male partner has been assessed if applicable.

I did 3 rounds of Prednisone and letrozol, which were unsuccessful in creating a pregnancy. He thinks I have PCOS and may not be ovulating, but I did appear to ovulate on the meds. An HSG was done, and IUI was recommended. Haven't started that yet.

So far everything has been covered by insurance, with a copay. IUI will be 547+meds, ivf is estimated around 14k.

N/a

I was refused treatment based on my age. I am 44. This information was not included on the clinic's website and I was not informed when I called to make the appointment even though my age and intent were stated. I drove over two hours for the appointment. He reluctantly told me my success with egg donor ivf would be greater, then handed me off to office staff for a flyer on egg donation costs, but in every gesture rejected me as a client. I am interested in egg donation, and already knew my chances with my own eggs were low, but never expected to be treated so badly.

Call the clinic before an initial appointment if you are over 40 and make sure they do not have age requirements or cutoffs.

I was refused treatment and my copay was returned.

Dr. Price patiently listened to my every concern. He was so kind and thoughtful. He would allow me to share studies with him and explain in a data driven way why he might come out differently. I think he’s probably the most thoughtful and knowledgeable physician I have ever encountered.

Don’t be put off my his seemingly straightforward manner. He’s a compassionate and brilliant clinician.

Antagonist protocol (twice), with PGS testing of 5 day embryos. Produced 7 5-day embryos across two freeze all cycles. Agonist protocol with 3 day freeze all embryos.

9k per cycle plus 1500 for ICSI plus 2 k for PGS testing.

He was very kind and caring and was there for me every step of the way. Very knowledge and thourough. He describe every detail of what to expect. He was always available and responsive. He seem s to understand PCOS better than any other Doctor I had seen.

He’s great! See him!!

It’s been a long time but what I can remember is starting with clomid because I wasn’t ovulating. When that didn’t work injections. When that didn’t work added IUI. When that didn’t work IVF. Ended up using ICSI too because sperm motility was poor.

As a Duke employee I got 50% off so I think I spend around $5k or so

It was up to us. We went with 2 because we were okay with the idea of twins and wanted to increase our chances

He is honest and open with his patients. Some people may feel it’s not the best bedside manner but i liked his honesty. He truly cared about me as a patient and worked with us and our insurance to get the best results.

Don’t be turned off by his bedside manner.

I don’t remember. We tried a lot of different things.