I really hate to leave negative reviews, but my partner and I had a deeply frustrating experience…read morewith Dr. Allen and his office several months back. I would not want anyone in our situation to waste their time with him. After a nice initial consult and completing a mountain of testing (including genetics and an HSG at another facility), I was unable to get any information, discussion of results, or advice about next steps for treatment. I left many messages and voicemails. Once, when I asked for a follow up consultation with Dr. Allen I was told that it was "too soon" and that I should just call when I got my period (for what treatment? Unclear). The only call I ever received was from his nurse where I was prescribed a thyroid medication, even though my results were in the normal range. I later learned this protocol was based on old, disproven research. The medicine made me so sick and when I couldn't get Dr. Allen to discuss it with me, I just stopped taking it. In the end, we have had success with another fertility doctor in LA who has been responsive, communicative and shares our sense of urgency. Dr. Allen was none of those things.

Big waste of our time. Took 3 months just to get an appointment scheduled, once we got our…read moreappointment set, they had us fill out a 24 page patient packet, just to to be blown off the day of our consultation zoom meeting. Tried calling their office multiple times that we hadn't received a link to the zoom meeting, that both me and my husband had taken time off of work for. Adding more stress to our situation and feeling completely let down. When finally speaking to Dr. Allen he told us he has meetings every hour. I told him he should not be taking on new patients if he can't make time for them.

Where do I even begin? Life presents a unique set of challenges when it comes to fertility…read morejourneys, and only those who have walked this path can truly comprehend the difference. I had the incredible privilege of working with Dr. B, and it's time we revisited our journey. As I sat in the waiting room for an NST check, tears welled up in my eyes. It's hard to believe that we're about to welcome our baby soon. Our journey began here in 2023, after undergoing trigger shots and two unsuccessful IUI cycles. We ultimately made the difficult decision to pursue IVF. Despite the positive test results indicating that we were healthy on both ends, we held off on going all in with IVF. Even on my graduation day, Dr. B expressed that our case was unknown, as we would probably conceived naturally eventually . However, due to our age and the fact that we had been trying for almost three years after our wedding in 2021, we found this location that we had been praying for after years of prayer. On the day of the egg retrieval surgery, I was filled with panic and fear. But then, Dr. B walked into the surgery room and cracked a joke. "Ana, did you leave happy hour early last night?" he asked. Immediately, I couldn't help but smile and take a deep breath. He is the most incredible, amazing person we have ever met. He exudes an infectious positive energy and always made us feel completely confident that our miracle would happen. When he first read through our results, he exclaimed to my husband, "You're a Navy SEAL!" and to me, "Ana, you're a farm full of eggs!" It was the way he made us feel like everything would be okay. God bless you, Dr. B. You are truly one of a kind! When I think of exceptional and top-notch doctors, Dr. B is undoubtedly the MVP of fertility doctors. He is retiring on June 1st, 2026. Dr. B, I hope you find this post and understand the profound impact your career has had on many of us. I can never repay you for the incredible support and miracle that I am eagerly anticipating meeting here soon. Enjoy your retirement with the beautiful life mission accomplished that you were always destined for. You've made life-changing experiences for many, and we wish you continued health, happiness, and prosperity. God bless you forever. The Navas

Tingting and Catalina from FSAC are two of the most unprofessional, rude, and irresponsible people…read moreI have ever dealt with in a surrogacy journey. They take a portion of the service fee I paid for the surrogacy agency they referred me to, yet refuse to do the work they are paid for. When problems arise, they immediately deny involvement, push responsibility to the other company, and tell you to "go ask them instead and we are not involved" What follows is endless finger-pointing between companies, with no one taking accountability and no one willing to actually help. As an intended parent, when I faced serious issues during the surrogacy process, I had no one to raise my concerns to. Tingting and Catalina repeatedly told me they were "not involved," even though I was clearly told that: * They were paid a portion to manage me as a client * The other agency managed the surrogate * The service fee was split between the two companies for this exact reason When I confronted them with this, instead of addressing the issue professionally, they became hostile, blocked me, and threatened legal action, claiming I was not allowed to speak about my experience due to a contract clause. This behavior alone says everything about how they operate. What makes this even worse is the bullying and discriminatory attitude. If you are Chinese and do not speak fluent English, they treat you as if you know nothing and can be pushed around. I am a living example of how badly they treat clients they believe won't fight back. Their tone is dismissive, aggressive, and intimidating, and they show zero respect or empathy for intended parents going through an already emotionally exhausting process. From the very beginning of IVF all the way to delivery, this journey was extremely unpleasant, stressful, and traumatic, largely due to their behavior, attitude, and refusal to take responsibility. If you value transparency, accountability, and basic human decency, stay away from FSAC for IVF and surrogacy. No one should have to go through what I experienced.

In March 2018 I had an appointment with Shahin Ghadir. It was awful - he acted as if it was an…read moreinconvenience, he flipped through paperwork and barely made eye contact during our maybe 10 minute long consult. The cherry on top for me was that he told me I needed to lose 1 pound per day and needed to eat no more than 1,000 calories per day. He also stated that I should step on the scale daily to ensure I was losing weight. He then tried to push vitamins on me that totaled over $200/month. Needless to say, I never returned. The women working at the front desk were incredibly sweet and patient.

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! it was an amazing Experience Dr.Ghadir…read moreinformed us on a lot on the process my husband and I were there for. Madi our nurse was so sweet and very caring for anyone going threw any fertility issues this place is an amazing please to go get helped and educated Thank you so much for they easy and helpful process

He is the best... intelligent, compassionate,experienced, high percentage of IVFsuccess, excellent…read moresurgeon

I think it's really important people read the most recent reviews. Dr. Acasio the doctor and…read moreperson seem great to me. But something is going on. We too were scheduled for our thaw and fert when we got the call that the doctor would be on leave. No problem. Things happen. But clearly the office is in some form of chaos with no ability to communicate clearly, help with any processes necessary to change clinics and it even took them 3 months before they figured out their facility didn't even have our eggs. It's a mess. Maybe they'll get it back on track, but it almost feels like there is a big secret being protected and along the way, you'll be the one to wait and sacrifice. I get better service and attention at my local Starbucks, and that's only a cup of coffee at stake.

Great team to work with! Don't look no further! The best fertility clinic in California!…read more They are extremely communicative, fast responding, give the best care and are very helpful and just simply always there for every need their client needs. Office staff are very friendly, helpful and very knowledgeable. Dr. Mor is amazing! My first surrogacy journey has been truly remarkable because of them!

After years of hoping and searching for the right fertility clinic, I can confidently say that…read morechoosing this doctor and team was one of the best decisions we made. Thanks to their expertise and care, we are blessed with two successful pregnancies. From the very beginning, the entire team was compassionate, supportive, and incredibly knowledgeable. They truly care about their patients, not just medically but emotionally as well. Every question was answered with patience, and throughout the process we always felt we were in capable hands.

Dr. Mor made our fertility journey an incredible experience from start to finish. From our very…read morefirst appointment, he made us feel comfortable, supported, and genuinely cared for. He took the time to answer every question, explain every step of the process, and gave us confidence during what can be a very emotional journey. His expertise, compassion, and attention to detail were truly exceptional. We always felt like we were in the best hands, and his positive attitude helped us stay hopeful throughout the process. Thanks to Dr. Mor and his amazing team, we achieved a result we will be forever grateful for. If you are looking for a fertility specialist who is knowledgeable, caring, and committed to his patients, we cannot recommend Dr. Mor highly enough. Thank you, Dr. Mor, for helping make our dream come true!

My husband and I had discussed having a child together for over a year. We had a lot of challenges…read morein our way and had a lot to consider before making a final decision. Once we made the decision to try to have a child together we began having consultations with various doctors for help. We did not know where to begin, what kind of questions to ask or what to expect. After months of consultations and uncertainty of the decision we made, we met Dr. Mor and his staff. This was a perfect fit for us. For the first time we felt like our story was personal not just to us but also to the doctor and his staff. I know we were not their only clients but they made us feel that way. Every appointment Dr. Mor and his staff would remember personal details about our lives and asked us questions about how we are doing outside of patient related questions. We had many procedures with Dr, Mor and these were procedures we knew little about and had to trust Dr. Mor every step of the way. And I can confidently say that we felt very comfortable and confident being under Dr. Mor's care. I know this is what he does for a living and it can be easy to disregard "silly" questions or fears but Dr. Mor and his staff made it a point to make sure every question that we had was also important to them and addressed to our full satisfaction. They helped us financially, emotionally and professionally. They even sacrificed their regular working hours to help us out with our schedule. Who does that? My husband and I are blessed to have found Dr. Mor and the center for reproduction. Their education, compassion, friendliness, professionalism is incomparable. We are very grateful. Thank you.

Dr. Kalan is one of the great doctors in this phenomenal medical practice. He travels to…read moreBakersfield weekly and communicates with his practice partners fluidly, so that I was able, as a Bakersfield resident, to continue with IVF that I'd begun in their Tarzana office, right here in town. Anyone in Bakersfield seeking fertility treatment knows that there isn't much, in town, for advanced infertility treatment. It was so frustrating for my husband and I. Then, we found The Center for Fertility & Gynecology. This particular practice, Drs. Kalan, Vermesh & Winkler, have so much to offer medically, but what is more, they show outstanding concern for their patients as individuals. You are never just medical protocol with these doctors! Their years of experience and love of helping people overcome infertility are very evident. Our son was born last week and my husband and I are eternally grateful to this practice and these doctors. They gave us the chance of a lifetime & we cannot thank them enough!

From the owner: The Center for Fertility and Gynecology in Bakersfield is led by Michael Vermesh, MD, FACOG and…read moreTannaz Toloubeydokhti, MD, FACOG. Our fertility specialists offer egg donation, surrogacy, tubal reversal and more. Your comfort is important to us. Our team of physicians, nurses, embryologists, and coordinators are here to guide you through every step of your journey. We proudly welcome traditional and non-traditional families, and we handle every case with the utmost compassion and consideration. If you are struggling with trying to start a family, we can help. Contact us today!

Terrible customer service - avoid this place…read more I came in as a new patient and spent over an hour filling out paperwork. After waiting four weeks for my appointment, the receptionist told me they had to cancel because I was supposedly already a patient of another doctor there -- which isn't true. They don't respect your time and sent me countless emails without ever mentioning this issue. Years ago, I only spoke to the front desk twice but never saw a doctor due to health problems. Now, two years later, I return for my first actual consultation, and this is how they handle it. Completely unprofessional.

My husband and I had an incredible experience with Dr. Maxwell and her staff at SCRC - Santa…read moreBarbara. We found Dr. Maxwell to be highly attentive, caring, and considerate. She always took the time to listen to all of our questions and concerns and explain thoroughly. The nurses and staff responded promptly to any questions I had through the SCRC portal and were very kind to us at every appointment (which we had a lot of!). Any time I had a billing question, the front desk receptionist, Pam, would assist and reach out to my insurance companies and would communicate with me promptly via e-mail. We felt very taken care of at SCRC and are very grateful for our experience there during such a vulnerable time in our lives!