I can't say enough about the care, positivity, and expertise I experienced with SCRC. I had been in…read moreconsultation in preparation for options, and Dr. Akopians helped me immensely with referrals and diagnoses. I ended up conceiving naturally, but they continued to see me until I found an ObGyn. THANK YOU for everything! Everyone was so kind and helpful throughout my process.

1 year of trying and 1 miscarriage later, I heard Dr. Ghadhir on a podcast and thought "I should…read moremake an appointment with the fertility clinic my OB referred me to". Coincidentally, it happened to be same clinic my friends were going to and where Dr. Ghadhir is a specialist. I chose Dr. Akopians because I live closer to Pasadena and couldn't be more satisfied. She is phenomenal - professional, patient, warm without the BS. I felt like I was in good hands. I felt heard during initial consultation and never rushed during my appointments in office. Pasadena location also had the best clinical team and I appreciated them more after having to go to the Beverly Hills location 2x. Pasadena location has almost no wait time, the clinical team answers all your questions quickly, and the staff always greeted me with the warmest smile. I went for 3 cycles and only got IUI once (during the 3rd cycle). Results and the journey will vary with each person, but if you are curious, I'm 31 weeks pregnant with healthy twin boys. I am very grateful to Dr. Akopians and the nurses (Mariam & Sophie).

I am so thankful we decided to work with CARE. We had consultations with multiple clinics but none…read morehad the amount of attentiveness we found at CARE. From the initial consult, throughout our entire journey til we got a positive result, they guided us through every step of the way with the utmost professionalism. I love that you are assigned a coordinator who you can reach out to at any time with questions, concerns, etc. who will respond straight away. I have heard horror stories of it being impossible to reach staff at other clinics. You will NOT have this issue at CARE and that is so, so important with such a sensitive topic as fertility. The entire staff from Dr. Q, Nancy, Sandy, Jennifer, Kate, Morgan and everyone there became like family to us and we are so grateful they were there through the whole process and cannot wait for them to meet our little one next June!

We've been trying to conceive our second child for over 2 years. After multiple losses and…read moreheartache, we reached out to CARE Fertility to help us figure out what was going on and help us get and stay pregnant. From the very beginning, we had an amazing experience. The staff is always so friendly and helpful. Our nurse/coordinator, Kate, made herself available (over the phone and via text) and was quick to respond to any questions or concerns I had. She was very communicative and even let me know when she'd be out of the office and connected me with another nurse/coordinator, Genesis, who was also fantastic. We had multiple tests done, and Dr. Thomas was very clear and direct about what the results meant. She suggested we do an IUI, and to our surprise, we got pregnant on the first try! The IUI process was clearly communicated every step of the way. Dr. Thomas is very straightforward and professional, we really appreciated her communication style/"bedside manner". Thank you CARE Fertility for everything!

Dr. Kolb is an extremely kind, professional, and knowledgeable doctor whom I would highly recommend…read moreto anyone struggling with fertility. After years of trying to get pregnant and going through multiple unsuccessful egg retrievals and previously working with another fertility clinic, I decided to switch to Dr. Kolb--and it was truly the best decision I could have made. From the very first consultation, he took the time to listen carefully, explain everything in detail, and tailor a plan that worked for me. His compassion and expertise made such a difficult journey so much easier to navigate. Thanks to Dr. Kolb and his wonderful team, we were finally able to get pregnant after lots of disappointment. I'm incredibly grateful for his support, skill, and the personalized care he provides. He made me feel confident that I was making the right choices and had the information needed. If you're looking for a fertility specialist who genuinely cares about his patients and has the experience to help make your dreams a reality, Dr. Kolb is the one to see.

I couldn't be more grateful to Dr. Kolb and his team at HRC. They truly are the best in class in…read moreIVF in my opinion. They set an incredibly high standard for any medical practice, not just fertility. Dr. Kolb is so kind, caring and sweet, on top of being highly experienced, attentive, thoughtful, with a gentle bedside manners - he was always there for every appointment, Ultrasound, consultation, egg retrieval, and transfer. I was new to IVF, I was scared and anxious walking into it but Dr. Kolb managed to always reassure me and gave me ease of mind, I feel really safe physically, mentally, emotionally under his care. He knows exactly what kind of treatment I need for my age and condition (pcos), and I was successful on my very first IVF and transfer cycle. I am now 6 months pregnant with a strong and healthy baby girl. How I wish I could continue to stay under his excellent care until delivery! My husband and I are and will be forever grateful to Dr. Kolb and his team (Jane, Hasmik, and the embryologists) for this precious gift of a life time. We will returning for a 2nd baby for sure.

I've been a patient with Dr Rose for about 9 or 10 years I love how knowledgeable she is and…read moreefficient and friendly the staff is! She delivered my girls and stands out in every way. I hadn't been in the office for quite a while and there have been a lot of changes, new suite, new staff, bigger in a lot of ways. I definitely missed the friendly/family style of the old front desk, now it's much more business/professional. Dr Gau made up for it though, I think she's taking over a lot of Dr Roses patients and I think Dr Rose chose well. Though I've only met Dr Gau once, she still made it a point to make it feel like she was happy to see me and has the same sort of interested, attentive, confident posture that Dr Rose has. I would highly recommend this office, because of Dr Rose and Dr Gau. I feel like they tend to be more conservative on their reccomendations and I feel like I'm receiving a more natural approach than I've seen elsewhere as well as very studied and thoughtful information

My wife started her pregnancy healthy, but during her second trimester she began experiencing…read moresignificant swelling and rapid weight gain. We raised these concerns during her prenatal care, but Dr. Rose attributed the changes to my wife's diet. At eight months pregnant, my wife's blood pressure suddenly skyrocketed. We went to the ER, where we were told she had preeclampsia and that our baby needed to be delivered that same day. Our son was born a month early by C-section. Thankfully, he is healthy and growing strong. Looking back, I strongly believe the warning signs should have been taken more seriously and investigated further rather than being attributed to diet. The experience left me feeling that my wife and son were put at unnecessary risk. Another major concern with this practice is the lack of continuity of care. My wife was not consistently seen by the same doctor throughout her pregnancy, which made the care feel fragmented and, in our experience, contributed to concerns being overlooked or not followed up on appropriately. This was one of the most frightening experiences our family has ever gone through. I would encourage any expecting mother experiencing sudden swelling, rapid weight gain, high blood pressure, or other concerning changes to advocate strongly for herself and seek immediate medical attention if she feels something is wrong.

Deeply Disappointed with Life IVF - Please Read Before You Choose This Clinic…read more I normally don't write reviews, but after my experience with Life IVF (Arcadia & Irvine locations), I felt it was important to share in hopes of helping others avoid what we went through. We started our IVF journey at the Arcadia location, expecting a full-service clinic. What we quickly found out is that there is no doctor on-site--all procedures, including retrieval and transfer, are done 45+ miles away in Irvine with Dr. Yelian. The only doctor at Arcadia was Dr. Johnson, who only offered brief telephone consultations. During my treatment, I never saw a doctor in person until the day of egg retrieval and embryo transfer. That alone was unsettling. What made it worse was after my egg retrieval, Dr. Yelian mentioned I should look into adenomyosis--which was incredibly disheartening since that was the main reason I was pursuing IVF to begin with. It was clear he hadn't even reviewed my file. I felt like just another number in a system that prioritized volume over care. Following the procedure, I experienced severe pain that required a trip to the ER. Not a single nurse or doctor from Life IVF followed up with me, asked how I was doing, or offered any aftercare guidance. The lack of compassion was astounding. Then, after our first embryo transfer failed, I wasn't even informed by a doctor. Instead, a nurse casually told me the transfer didn't take--without even checking if my husband was present to support me. She offered no next steps, and it took three days of me calling repeatedly to finally get a callback from Dr. Yelian. After everything, I made the decision to transfer my remaining embryos to another clinic. Shockingly, Dr. Yelian tried to scare me during the required phone call by saying other clinics might "put the wrong embryo into you." I was appalled that a doctor would say such a thing--clearly a fear tactic, and highly unprofessional. In the end, we found a new IVF clinic, where we received thoughtful care and attention. We had a successful first transfer and now have a healthy and happy 1-year-old. It's taken me time to write this review as I've been busy with our preemie and adjusting to new motherhood, but I can't stay silent. People deserve to know what they're walking into. If you're considering Life IVF in Arcadia or Irvine, please be cautious. There is zero continuity of care, minimal doctor interaction, and very little compassion shown throughout the process. Your fertility journey is too important to entrust to a clinic that treats patients like numbers on a spreadsheet.

I am writing this review to provide an impartial account of my experience, independent of the…read moreclinical outcome. My wife and I were referred here via Kaiser. While we understood that IVF is a complex process, our experience was defined by a lack of guidance, transactional interactions, and poor communication. Initial Consultations and Onboarding Our journey began with a confident in-person consultation. However, I found it concerning that the doctor did not review our labs or medical history during this meeting. As first-time IVF patients, the terminology and contracts were overwhelming. The "welcome call" intended to explain the paperwork was unhelpful; the staff member was difficult to understand, and the specifics regarding the limitations of our plan were not clearly articulated. Communication and Administrative Hurdles The first major issue occurred after our first round. When our embryo testing came back "inconclusive," we received a brief email and one missed call. When I attempted to return the call five minutes later, I was told I had to schedule a formal doctor's appointment. To speak with someone within 24 hours, an additional fee was required; otherwise, we had to wait 72 hours. After a series of missed connections and scheduling errors on the clinic's part, we finally spoke to a doctor, but received no "next steps" or expert guidance--simply an instruction to return when we were ready. Financial Transparency and "Transactional" Care During the second round, we were blindsided by unexpected charges. We were told mid-appointment that we owed $500 because we had exceeded a set number of visits for the extraction period. This "per-visit" fee was buried in the contract and never verbally highlighted during onboarding. When we filed a complaint, a different doctor acknowledged that communication was a recurring issue with their newer staff. However, the subsequent "clarification" of our contract felt cold. We were explicitly told that the clinic's low-cost business model does not allow for "hand-holding." It was even suggested that other clinics would not take our case or would simply "drain us" of money--a statement we found ironic, as that was exactly how we felt at this facility. Final Assessment The service throughout was strictly transactional. There were no follow-ups, no strategic game plans, and no expert consultations to review why a round failed or how to improve the next. To this day, we have not had a follow-up conversation with the doctor regarding our last round. While some staff members are pleasant, the overarching culture treats patients as numbers on a checklist. If you are looking for a partnership or a medical team that provides professional guidance and empathy, you may want to look elsewhere. Here, the expectation is clear: provide payment, and the clinic will perform the task, but do not expect any support beyond the bare minimum.

I would definitely recommend Dr. Wilcox and his team. Dr. Wilcox has a great bedside manner. He is…read morecalm, reassuring and super informative. You get the sense that he has been doing this a long time and he knows what he is doing. His team is also amazing. My main coordinator was Teresa and she was so patient with me and my hormonal self. I mostly spoke with Rachel towards the end and she was also super patient and very helpful. The main thing you will love about the team is how responsive they are if you have any questions or concerns. I have never waited long for a response. I had one egg retrieval and one failed transfer followed by a second successful transfer. There are no guarantees in IVF which is why it's so important to work with a doctor and team you trust. I plan on returning to Dr. Wilcox for one more transfer as soon as it makes sense to. I would not trust anyone else.

I took a chance with Dr Wilcox and his team 4 years ago and went through the IVF process after 4…read moreyears of TTC and numerous attempts at IUI's. We chose him because he had a very gentle yet direct approach when he explained the process and seemed very experienced and knowledgeable. And we were right to choose him as we were successful with the first egg transfer. We now have a healthy 4yr old. We went back for baby #2 and now we have a healthy 3 week old. What separates him from other fertility doctors is his expertise and knowing precisely where to transfer the egg so that there is a higher success rate. Lastly his team of nurses are the best! Led by Nanette, Rachel and Cynthia have been super responsive, informative, and attentive. In what can be an emotionally challenging experience, it felt so seamless and smooth as can be under the circumstances. I would highly recommend Dr Wilcox and his team to anyone who need help in their fertility journey!

Dr. McDaniel completely turned our entire fertility journey around. Before her, we were stressed,…read morefrustrated, and losing hope. Meeting her was like a huge sigh of relief. She cared for us the way she would for a good friend. She is encouraging, kind, and patient. She always makes you feel heard and she shows an immense amount of respect to her patients. Our treatment plan went smoothly without any complications. We are now expecting our first child in a few months and couldn't be more thankful to the miracle that Dr. McDaniel helped us create!

I was referred to Dr. McDaniel by my ob/gyn, and I am so grateful for her care. After about a year…read moreof trying to conceive, my husband and I decided to pursue some scientific assistance due to our advanced ages (I am 37f, he is 47m) and our goal of having more than one child. Dr. McDaniel patiently and thoroughly explained our options, and we chose to pursue IVF treatment. Under Dr. McDaniel's care, we had the smoothest IVF process! With only one round of egg retrieval, we were able to create the exact number of healthy embryos recommended (two embryos for every desired child). The embryo transfer was a breeze, and I am currently 11w5d along. It broke my heart a little to "graduate" to my obstetrician because I have felt so safe and cared for with Dr. McDaniel. She invested so much heart and time and energy into our journey to parenthood. You will never find a more kind, patient, or capable reproductive endocrinologist than Dr. McDaniel. She provides top-tier care at a time when your heart needs it the most. You are in excellent hands with her.

As I know many women/couples have been in my shoes when it comes to creating or growing their…read morefamilies, I'm choosing to share an email I sent to Dr. Wilcox and his team that I hope will resonate with anyone seeking out fertility treatment. One thing I will note is that Dr Wilcox's calm yet warm demeanor was incredibly helpful for me with the anxieties that come with IVF. The email reads as follows: Dear Dr. Wilcox and the entire Team: I just wanted to take a moment in this blurry haze that is the fourth trimester to thank you all for the incredible care, concern, professionalism, and grace you showed us on our fertility journey. I imagine that you see the face of loss and infertility so frequently that it may have lost its potency in your eyes. I want you to know that after 4 painful losses, I had lost all hope and you were truly my last ditch effort to grow our family. The hope you gave me can never be repaid. All I can say is a giant thank you from the very bottom of my heart. With so much love and appreciation, Mona

We are beyond grateful for the incredible experience we had at HRC Fertility. Thanks to the…read morededication, expertise, and compassion of the entire team, our dream of becoming parents finally came true. From the very beginning, we felt supported and cared for every step of the way. The doctors were not only highly knowledgeable but also deeply understanding of the emotional journey we were on. They explained every option clearly, answered all our questions with patience, and guided us with empathy and professionalism. Thanks to their help, we now have our precious babies--our greatest blessings. Words can't fully express how thankful we are. HRC Fertility didn't just help us grow our family, they gave us hope, strength, and a beautiful future. We will forever be grateful.