We came to Dr Sharara after few years of TTC naturally and visiting few other RE in the area. I am so glad I switched to VCRM and Dr Sharara came as a blessing to our lives! He is so punctual, organized, passionate and expert at his work. He is truly committed to each of his patients, very professional, he will never make you feel rushed. He perfectly diagnosed what the problem was and provided us with all possible options. He patiently and honestly answered all our questions.He guided us step by step through every process, carefully explaining the treatment plan. Following his suggestions with diet and lifestyle modifications, I got pregnant with my first IVF cycle! Staff is extremely caring and efficient. 0 wait time. Most of the appointments will be done within 15mins. JO is an absolute sweetheart.. remembers details of each patient and cares like a mom. Thank You Dr. Sharara! I would definitely recommend VCRM to ladies struggling to conceive. read more

"This was too easy!" - Those are the actual words I said to Dr. Sharara the day we found out I was finally pregnant after 3 grueling years of failed infertility treatment with other doctors. My experience with Dr. Sharara and his team was truly exceptional and I would highly recommend him to anyone, whether just starting your infertility journey or if you've been trying for years as I had been. Dr. Sharara is smart, thorough, and efficient. At my first consultation he was able to give me an accurate diagnosis, a concise and personalized treatment plan, and a comprehensive regimen of lifestyle changes to implement which had never been discussed with me by other providers I had worked with in the past. I was able to start treatment immediately and my very first round of IVF/FET was successful on the first try with absolutely no complications along the way. After spending years being told I was an "extremely difficult case" and even considering giving up on trying to get pregnant, my experience with Dr. Sharara was absolutely life changing. I am now 25 weeks pregnant with a healthy baby girl and I cannot thank him enough for this incredible blessing! Another huge benefit to working with Dr. Sharara is that his staff/team is a small, tight-knit group that works flawlessly together to give you the best overall experience they possibly can. After being a patient at a larger infertility group for years, this proved to be invaluable and made for such an easy and stress free experience. Dr. Sharara was present at all my visits/procedures and having him as my sole provider allowed for much more continuity and attentiveness to my case. Mary made scheduling easy and was extremely accommodating to my schedule, which was not always easy given that I drove 1.5 hours to see him. Trish made all the financial transactions transparent and was extremely knowledgeable about insurance coverage versus out of pocket costs which helped me to make good financial decisions during my treatment course. Jo and the rest of the nurses/staff were accessible whenever I had questions and were always pleasant and friendly in the office making my visits something to look forward to. Finding an infertility doctor that was as equally brilliant as they were compassionate and attentive to my individual needs as a patient proved to be a major obstacle to my success for years, until I found Dr. Sharara. His combination of expertise and personalized care simply cannot be beat! read more

I began seeing Dr. Sharara and his team a little over a year ago and am so fortunate I made the decision to go with his practice. My husband and I struggled with infertility and we were impressed by Dr. Sharara's approach. He completes a lot of initial testing to make sure everything is covered- I know many others who only received some of this testing at other practices only after they had complications, miscarriages, or were unsuccessful for some time. He looks at everything thoroughly from the beginning to give you the best chance. After identifying our issues and addressing them, my husband and I are now pregnant after going through IVF. His team is amazing - especially Jo (all of the nurses are!) and Dr. Sharara is clearly passionate about what he does. We are forever grateful for them and will never forget our time with them. read more

Dr. Sharara and staff are truly wonderful. I've been working with them for about a year and have felt that their support and interest in our situation was authentic and individualized. I was looking for some personalized TLC after a rather traumatic experience with Shady Grove and this was the office for me. I would and have recommended this office to my closest friends. read more

My husband and I turned to Dr. Sharara and the Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine after struggling for over 8 years to conceive, including two failed IUI attempts with a different fertility clinic. What brought us to Dr. Sharara's office was the personalized level of attention we received as patients, and the detailed level of scientific care put into our treatment plan. Dr. Sharara and his team are dedicated to using the latest scientific techniques to help couples overcome infertility issues. They guided us step by step through every process, carefully explaining the findings and rationale behind the treatment plan that was tailored specifically to us. At any point along the way, we were always able to contact Dr. Sharara's professional team with questions or to seek advice. Today, we are the proud parents of a young boy who is the light of our lives, and we are happy to say that we have another son on the way, both thanks to Dr. Sharara and the Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine. His results rates are high because of the personalized dedication, care, and scientific expertise that set him at the top of the field in reproductive medicine. Diana and Benjamin Keay read more

Would not recommend. Doctor cherry picks patients who will most likely have easy and good outcomes and declines to help others which is why reviews are mostly positive. Decent bed side manner but arrogant and misdiagnosed me, and attempted to charge for a procedure that was never done. Will do a barrage of tests that costs thousands before ever giving a diagnosis, will suggest donor eggs almost immediately. I would not suggest this doc unless you have a super simple issue and you are young. Otherwise go elsewhere. read more

My consultation with Dr. Sharara was in April 2018. I had learned about embryo adoption as a more affordable option to IVF, and VCRM had a new embryo adoption program with possibility of having a known donor. Dr. Sharara listened to what I wanted. My previous doctor didn't even answer my questions when I wanted to know about donor eggs. The staff at the other place didn't even know me when I came in for appointments, but the staff at VCRM knew me by name. Dr. Sharara needed to redo all the testing I had already done, but in the end I felt more confident that my uterus was going to what it is supposed to do. My transfer was in October and I'm now 26 weeks pregnant with a beautiful healthy baby girl. I know the costs are higher than at some other clinics, but I felt more confident and cared about here. Doctor Sharara never made me wait to be seen. He was always on time. Dr. Sharara and his staff care. I couldn't be happier! read more

I'm writing this as an egg donor who has been through several donation cycles with VCRM. I didn't know exactly how horrible the environment was until I went elsewhere. In comparison, Sharara is not only condescending and somewhat misogynistic, but outright rude--both to his staff and clients. He has yelled at me to the point it brought me to tears (over being late to an appointment my third cycle--I'd never been late before and called to tell them I was running late), he is dismissive and cares little to hardly at all for your wellbeing as a donor (you're not paying him, right? so why bother). He's not gentle, at all, even after you wince or request for him to not be so rough. I've also seen and heard him raising his voice and being awful to his staff on several occasions. My previous coordinator left the practice because Sharara was so abusive. I had to be coached after coming in when he'd yelled at me because he would "enjoy" seeing his effect on me, that he'd made me cry. A nurse -told- me that. During my last donation--and let me promise you, it will be my last with them--the clinic not only continually botched tasks related to the process, but I had to pick up their slack to ensure that the donation did not go awry. I don't get paid enough for this: needed medications were not ordered, tests were forgotten, wrong appointment times assigned, etc. The icing on the cake was when our contract stated that they were to pay me following the retrieval, but refused to. Despite asking me if I wanted to continue to be on their list of donors, the clinic claimed I wasn't their donor and therefore didn't have to pay me; the intended parents needed to. Instead of trying to work the situation out, Sharara told my husband that he was "Wasting [Sharara's] time," that he "Wasn't paying," and to get out. A nurse laughed at him, probably the same one who inferred I was lying about the contract--despite the fact I -provided- the documentation. I had to call my attorney to resolve the ordeal. I can--and will happily--back the entirety of this recollection with corroboration from my lawyer, the intended parents' lawyer, and my current coordinator. Don't use this clinic; not even once. read more

Ladies, look no further! You just found the best fertility doctor, supported by the most efficient and caring team that you'll ever find. Seriously!!! My journey began at a large clinic in Chicago where 1. I was just another name 2. I only saw my Dr. at the initial consultation, the retrieval, and transfer, 3. I received all my instructions through a messaging system, and 4. I contacted some, we'll say, less-than sympathetic staff. After that cycle failed, I knew what I was looking for. I set out to find a Dr. that would be thorough and would give my personal fertility issues the proper attention. I also knew I needed a bit more hand holding and compassion to ease what I already knew would be a stressful and terrifying process. It turns out that this is exactly what you get at VCRM! I scheduled an appointment at VCRM after reviewing their SART data and reading reviews. I felt comfortable as soon as I walked in (thanks to the lovely ladies at the front desk) and I knew that Dr. Sharara was 'my guy' within 5 minutes of my consultation. He is brilliant! He reviewed every detail of my records and told me exactly what to do to be successful. By the way, we were successful on the first try!!! I saw him at EVERY appointment and he guided me through the entire process with ease. Not only that, but, he greeted me (and my family members) with warmth and a straightforward plan with every appointment. I cannot tell you how much I trust him! I honestly felt like he was just as invested in my success as I was. It is very clear that he genuinely cares about successful outcomes. As for the team... Nurse Jo is the kindest and most supportive person in the world. I'd go on and on about her too, but you'll notice that she's mentioned in every review. That sort of tells you how incredible she is. Honestly, every single member of the team is kind, supportive, efficient, and compassionate. It's beyond impressive. Words cannot express the gratitude and appreciation I have for Dr. Sharara and the ENTIRE team at VCRM. No one would ever choose to face fertility issues. However, there's nowhere else I'd rather be while drudging through the murky waters. read more

After 1 year of trying and 1 year at a local fertility factory, we found Dr Sharara. He addressed previously missed issues and helped us conceive naturally. We welcomed our daughter in October. read more

I am not one to leave review, but I had to make an exception in this case. My wife and I had struggled with infertility challenges over the past 3 years. We had floated between a couple of fertility practices and centers that conducted tests and inquiries to help our situation, but to no avail. As a 49-year-old male married to a 35-year-old female seeking our first child, time was of the essence. After months of stress and disappointment, we met Dr. Sharara. His approach was direct, highly technical, clear and organized. Whereas other practices had been rather vague about the plan of action and a way forward, Dr. Sharara gave us a progressive, step-by-step plan that started with an assessment of any factors that could be impeding fertility. He was the first to properly diagnose some factors contributing to infertility on my side (e.g., I'm an avid biker and he immediately ordered me to stop biking altogether), and proposed a series of lifestyle changes, vitamins and supplements to improve mine and my wife's joint fertility prospects. He took the time to explain in clear detail the issues that affected our fertility and how he planned to approach it - focusing first on natural results, before even proposing more involved procedures, like IUI. We found Dr. Sharara exactly at the right time. We needed information, clarity and leadership in guiding us toward a successful pregnancy. He instilled a sense of confidence and trust in him and his process that gave us significant hope and peace of mind, even after two previous years of disappointment. Today, we are happy to announce the arrival of our first baby boy a week ago. We couldn't be more exhausted and happy at the same time. We owe Dr. Sharara and his staff a debt of gratitude in bridging what seemed an insurmountable gap between our wishes to have a family and the realization of our dreams in the form of our little son. Thank you Dr. Sharara. We would also trust you with our #2 when the time comes! read more

I'm not easily impressed. Dr Sharara, however, is an impressive professional. Thoroughly knowledgeable, honest, direct, competent, and focused on achieving a successful result: a healthy baby. It's been 18 months since our daughter was born, the result of his work. I am eternally grateful. If you're looking for someone who delivers meaningless platitudes, he's not your guy. If you want the real deal, straight talk, and advice on how to make it happen, look no further. Make the appointment. read more

After spending years at a well-known facility in DC where the focus was more about money and billing than the patient or treatment plan, we switched providers to Dr Sharara and, wow, what an experience! Dr Sharara is thoughtful, pragmatic, and at the pinnacle of his field. Unlike other facilities, Dr Sharara designs a custom approach for each person - supplements, diet, and treatment plan - not just a cookie-cutter approach - and takes as much time as you need to explain tests and treatments and to answer all of your questions. As amazing as Dr Sharara is, his staff is out of this world (Ellen is great and has everything running like clockwork and Jo, his main nurse, is so supportive and helpful and is always one of the highlights of our visit). From the moment of initial consultation, we truly felt like we had a whole team of folks rallying behind us and helping us along the way. If you aren't there already, you're wasting time and money. Thanks to the VCRM team, we are one baby down and twins on the way! read more

Great doctor. Very thorough and answers all your questions. I've had several appointments with him and he always sees me on time. The office staff is friendly and efficient. His nurses are amazing! I've had blood drawn a few times and they were so gentle. read more

I work for a prenatal genetics company, and know many of the RE's in the region. When I had infertility issues of my own, I chose to go to Dr. Sharara. Not only does he have the best success rates in the DMV area, but he and his staff are supportive and share your successes and failures with you. Unlike some other offices in the area, where you feel like you're being pushed through an assembly line, you get straight forward honest answers from Dr. Sharara and care from his staff. I am now 15 weeks pregnant after my first IVF cycle, and couldn't be more grateful! read more

Dr. Sharara is great. I never had to wait more than 5 minutes for an appointment, and I always saw the doctor at every appointment- most other places you just see a nurse for monitoring appointments. He was very knowledgeable and direct with everything. He can be a little arrogant and particular, but that's because he really is the best at what he does. Plus he helped make my dream come true. I'm adding to my review after another experience there. I went back again, and I have to say I'm not as enamored as I was. I still think he knows his stuff when it comes to what he does, but he's basically a jerk. He's incredibly rude to his secretaries and nurses, and he doesn't particularly value his patients as people. It's a trade off, I suppose, since he's an excellent physician, but I cannot handle going to him anymore. read more

Dr. Sharara and the staff at VRCM are incredible. I am currently 5 months pregnant and elated that my time at VRCM resulted in my dreams coming true! Dr. Sharara was always personable and in his recommendations for me throughout my time there I could tell that he truly cared and wanted what was best for me. The staff were wonderful and they all treated me with such kindness and compassion throughout my experience. I would recommend him to anyone I know that is struggling with fertility and will definitely return if I decide I would like to further grow my family. read more

We had the most wonderful experience with VCRM! We had previously undergone 2 rounds of IVF with another clinic, but discovered we are unable to have biological children together. We ended up using an embryo adoption agency and VCRM was willing to accept the embryos for us, which was such a blessing. From the very beginning, we felt so welcomed by the staff and knew we were in good hands. Dr. Sharara is very thorough in his approach and we appreciate his up front and honest communication. He leaves no stone unturned when doing testing and was able to treat us for an issue we didn't even know we had! We went through 2 transfers with them and are currently pregnant with twins from our second transfer! And we still have embryos waiting for us in the future :) The front desk staff is super easy to work with and are very quick to communicate and nurse Jo is just wonderful. We would recommend VCRM to anyone looking to build their family! read more

Dr. Sharara and his team are very personable and kind. The staff and nurses genuinely care about you. They are the kind of people you want to be around when going through such an intense experience. Dr. Sharara sticks to a strict schedule--it is rare that he is running late. I am usually seen within 5 minutes of my appointment time, and regular appointments are quick--so I'm in and out in about 20 minutes. Since he keeps to his schedule, you might feel that you don't have enough time to ask all your questions while he's in the room with you--but if you come prepared and take advantage of the moments you have with him, you'll get the info you need. Plus you can call anytime during the day and the nurses will get back to you immediately with answers. The schedule is quite flexible so you can pick appointment times that work best for you. I feel that Dr. Sharara really knows his stuff, and I trust his decisions. His confidence really helped me and my husband feel more positive about the decisions we were making while we were going through the process. Dr. Sharara put me (as he does with most of his patients, I believe) on the South Beach Diet Phase 2 many months before the extraction. He also put me on an intense supplement diet to get my body in the best possible condition for getting pregnant. My first transfer was a success and I am in my second trimester. I would definitely recommend this practice to my friends and family. read more

I am a physician and chose this doctor based on the recommendations of my friends. I have never had a worse experience at a doctor's office or seen such an awful doctor. I felt an obligation to write this review because if it prevents anyone from seeing him then it is worth my time and effort. I have not written a negative review before and it has taken me over a year to write this one... I am an easy patient... not high-strung nor demanding, always prompt and polite. I follow directions well. Dr. Sharara was to my shock very rough (and knowingly so), rude, greedy, impatient, condescending, and uncaring. He was irritated by and refused to answer any of my questions (which I would limit to one or two per visit) despite me having paid hundreds and at times thousands in cash (no insurance) for each test and office visit... and that was all paid up front. Forget professional courtesy if he could not even treat his patient as a human being. I am just sorry and embarrassed that I continued to go back to him for as long as I did and against my better judgment, thinking he must have been having a bad day or personal problems or stresses in his life but much to my dismay he was horrible each and every time. He put me to tears as well and I am not even one to cry!! I wasn't even emotional despite a generally sensitive subject and he still affected me in the most negative way. I changed doctors and my only regret was not having done so sooner. My new doctor was a godsend next to him. Please don't be fooled by the plethora of stellar reviews. When there are that many, they have been solicited by the practice to generate business and $$$. Unfortunately, all the great reviews also sometimes keep people like me from writing bad ones. I doubt I am alone in this. Ladies, please do not go here. read more

Dr. Sharara is the best Doctor I had in my life. I had a chronical case of endometriosis and pregnancy chances were very, very small and narrow. I had several IVF cycles in other fertility clinics where treatments were depersonalized and attention was mediocre. Then I met Dr. Sharara who from the very first appointment was a world away from previous experiences. His approach is holistically, building an individualized diagnosis, exploring causes and providing right and customized treatment options for you after thoroughly discuss it with you. He was able to uncover details about my condition that other doctors had missed. He basically changed my life!!! My first transfer was successful and my daughter is a 2 years old miracle of life. Then I decided for a second transfer of one of the frozen embryos and my second transfer was also a success, I am 37 week pregnant of a boy! . Dr. Sharara made the such an impact in my life... always realistic but showing us to keep faith and hope that the unreachable might be possible!!! read more

I absolutely agree with the comment bellow -- look no further. Dr. Sharara and his entire staff are absolutely amazing!!! My husband and I were trying to conceive for quite a while. After seeing many doctors and hearing all kinds of opinions, it was getting hard to keep up the hope, but we did and finally found Dr. Sharara. He is extremely nice and a real professional. Every time we met with Dr. Sharara there was no doubt in our minds that he genuinely cared. His office staff is very organized and friendly. They were there to answer any questions we had whether it was about appointments, insurance coverage, or procedures. My second favorite person at the office is the Nurse Jo! She is so sweet and very helpful, and oh boy, she has some patience. :) When I found out that I was pregnant, I would call the office with all kinds of questions, and not even once my calls or questions were ignored by her. We drove for over an hour each way from Maryland just to see Dr. Sharara. We even delayed our move to California for months only because we didn't want to go to another doctor. Eventually he became like a family member to us. Initially we were going there knowing that IVF was our only hope, but Dr. Sharara once told us that he has seen it all in his experience, and soon enough after the recommended supplements, blood tests, other necessary procedures and a hysteroscopic polypectomy surgery, I got pregnant without an IVF. I understand that every case is different, but regardless of your situation, with the right doctor and support you start believing again and at that point anything is possible. Thank you again, Dr. Sharara and everybody at the office. We couldn't have done it without you! We love you! :) read more

HONEST REVIEW...READ UNTIL THE END! Where to begin..... I was referred to Dr.S after a horrible experience at Shady Grove Fertility Center (please don't EVER go there). I was hesitant to sign on with Dr.Sharara because he is out of network for my insurance and fertility treatment is not cheap (though Dr.S graciously applied discounts at times). After our initial consultation, my husband said "he's your new doctor" before we even reached the car. Dr.Sharara NEVER disappointed us. Yes, it's true he is brutally honest and he does not sugarcoat anything (btw sugar is a sin to him and you'll soon learn to agree) but he is AMAZING at his job. He is brilliant. He is smart. He is up-to-date. He is the ONE doctor in all of the DC area you can trust to put your best interests first. There is no reason to question him, as I quickly learned, just trust in everything he says and does. The thorough testing he makes all patients go through can be a long and annoying process, but it is critical; he doesn't just make this stuff up, there is reason behind his actions. I thought I had done all the testing I needed at SGFC but Dr.Sharara went more in depth, so far as to find out through blood tests that I had a serious genetic blood issue that was causing my miscarriages. He quickly addressed it and I'm so thankful. The entire staff is wonderful. Nurse Jo became my angel and the best support system I could ask for. Ellen always greeted me with a smile and a story to keep my company in the waiting room (which btw was never a long wait, Dr.S sticks to his apt times). Emily is the best new addition to the office and she is full of positive energy, just what everyone who walks through those doors need. I am forever grateful to Dr.Sharara. He restored my hope in a growing family and he taught me about medicine, science, and my body so that I was better informed on the process I experienced. I was put on a lot of medication, up to 22 pills and 4 shots a day, but all for good reason, to get my body to a healthy place so I can produce quality embryos and hold a pregnancy. Thanks to Dr.Shara, his staff, and God, I'm now 11 weeks pregnant, and the only bad thing about it is that I've graduated from Dr.Sharara's office and need to move on to an OBGYN. But I will definitely be back to visit my second family often. If you are experiencing the hell associated with infertility, make the best decision you can and see Dr.Sharara asap; don't delay. read more

There aren't enough words to describe how amazing Dr. Sharara and his staff are. He is warm, kind and caring. I've worked with 3 OBGYNs and 3 REs and none have come close to providing me with the kind of care and support that he and his team have. My story: I was a patient at SGF for one year. It was a terrible experience. My doctor was "selling" me the service of IVF without taking other measures first. After two failed attempts, I was fed up and wanted a change. I came across Dr. Sharara on the internet and decided to give it a try even though I live about 45 minutes away; I'm in Georgetown and he's in Reston. Working with a Reproductive Endocrinologist takes a lot of your time. I was in the office at least twice a week getting ultrasounds and blood work. However, every time I went to the office, I didn't have to wait more than 2-5 minutes before being called back. Even then, I didn't wait more than 2-5 minutes to see Dr. Sharara. I was in and out of my appointments within 20 minutes every time. It was short, sweet and never rushed. And, I could get back to work in time. At every appointment, I saw Dr. Sharara; not a different tech who didn't know who I was. This was the ultimate difference between his boutique office and SGF. At SGF, I saw a different tech during every visit and was treated like a number. My doctor at SGF barely remembered anything about me when I would see her, which was once every 3-4 weeks. Dr. Sharara keeps up with research and provides a holistic approach that is unique for each patient. Based on my history, he put me on a no-carb diet along with taking multiple vitamins and minerals to improve my egg quality. All my eggs were healthy and mature when retrieved. We were finally able to conceive on our first attempt at IVF thanks to his knowledge and expertise! The ladies at the front are super sweet also. Mary is great. I especially love Jo. I've never had a sweeter nurse anywhere. And Dr. Sharara is so warm! I am so thankful to have found him and his team. Now, if only I could find an OB just as loving as him. read more

Dr. Sharara and his practice, Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine, was referred to me by my OBGyn after years of not being able to get pregnant. I am infinitely grateful because he, along with his wonderful staff, is absolutely amazing! First, Dr. Sharara is brilliant. He applies years of his research and teaching into his practice. My husband and I always felt as if we had options and the decisions we made were always encouraged by Dr. Sharara and his team. Second, his team truly cared for me every step of the way. The process can be exhausting, both mentally and physically, and I literally had a family at VCRM that held my hand through each milestone. They became my support system. Finally, the experience was incredibly educational and professional. I learned more about my health, my body and my strength than I ever thought possible. I actually became healthier through the process. In addition to all these high points, Dr. Sharara and his ENTIRE team are extremely thorough, punctual and respectful. I'm indebted to everyone at VCRM for everything they've done to help me and I would recommend them to anyone and everyone! read more

Dr.Sharara had a treatment plan that was crafted for us to be successful in the pregnancy. Sincerely. read more

Love this clinic and I owe them everything! I used their amazing donor embryo program and in about 2 months I went from my first appointment to positive pregnancy test! Very helpful & sweet staff! Easy to get ahold of the nurses and if they can't pick up right away they'll call back super quick. Being released to my OB and I'll surely miss VCRM! read more

I came here based on my GYNs recommendation and saw the good reviews online. Let me tell you--I left almost every appointment in tears. The staff is really nice but the doctor is a jerk. He wanted to do a whole battery of tests but refused to discuss any results with me until the tests were done. I asked multiple times to go over my results but he would continue to brush me off. My cycles are very long so the tests took forever-- then when I think its over he is requesting more and more tests (some not covered by my insurance) with no option to go elsewhere. Keep in mind, I had already done some of these tests at my previous doctor, but he wanted to re-do everything. After lots of time, money, and tears I decided to pay to crazy amount of $$ to get my medical records (since he is withholding my results) and take my business elsewhere. I met a great doctor who took the time to explain things to me and discuss a plan. The staff was very nice and understanding but Dr. Sharara was not for me. He doesn't listen or care for what his patients needs, he's not available on weekends or via e-mail and does not keep you in the loop about your own healthcare. He wants you to come in and pay 1 copay to do the tests, then another appointment and copay to discuss results. He will not discuss anything during the actual exam. My current doctor has a nurse call me with results. I don't have to pay a copay, I don't have to pester them and I don't have to pay extra to get my medical records. Only good thing about him is that he is punctual. But if you are someone who wants to be involved in your own healthcare, don't come here. He doesn't care what you want. read more

Dr. Sharara is far away from being the best and honest doctor. At the beginning everything was great. Lots of tests/diagnosis were done and some issues were found and later treated. But closer we were getting towards the actual IVF treatment, things started to take another turn. 1. Dr. Sharara will find "problems" in your partner that are not significant from IVF stand point but will convince you that medications and supplements are necessary. He actually said it himself that "We will find something, don't worry". After getting a second opinion, no significant morphological issues in my partner were detected to prevent the fertility process from moving forward. 2. Milking insurance is the 1st and most common practice. You will come to the office many times for something that could have been done in 1 day. But because your visit will not be considered as a separate visit per treatment/testing, practice cannot bill your insurance as many times as they want. 3. This practice has a very sneaky way of slipping you a blood test consent form without telling you that it might be out of you network service and you should check with your insurance first ("Oh, it's just a simple blood test"). You might be stuck with paying to the provider 1K+. Be careful and ask yourself if some genetic testing or any other blood work is absolutely necessary for your fertility needs. Please check if the lab is in your network. 4. Also, my partner and I were not able to get any fertility (IVF) related questions answered until we sign the contract. We did not like that there was no transparency in the whole process and felt like we were at the car dealership. We left and look for help elsewhere. Knowing that fertility problem is hard to deal with you would at least expect for your doctor to be as honest and clear as possible. Very disappointed with this clinic and would not recommend it. read more

My experience with VRCM, including Dr. Sharara and all the nursing and facility staff, has been outstanding. There was always compassion for my case (severe PCOS), and Dr. Sharara was very clear and proactive with his methodology, which helped ease any questions I had. Also, whenever I had an appointment, everything was prepped and ready for me, so each appointment felt easy, with the time maximized. Ultimately, I ended up doing an IUI and was able to get pregnant on the first try! My husband and I highly recommend this facility and Dr. Sharara for any couple who is experiencing infertility. read more

After years of trying and coming from a larger fertility clinic that was pushing IVF with no diagnosis, Dr. Sharara and his office was a welcome change. After testing and finding an issue, he recommended the least invasive and easiest course of treatment. I found all office staff to be friendly and helpful. Dr. Sharara is good at what he does and I would recommend him to others. read more

I started going to Dr. Sharara about 2 years ago after going to a doctor at Columbia Fertility who was very pushy for us to do IVF without checking any other route. He was recommended by my primary care Dr. I would recommend him to anyone who is having trouble conceiving. He is very knowledgeable and he covers all the concerns a patient has. We had male factor issues and minor issues with me. He makes you take lot of supplements but its for a good reason. He is very thorough in his work and very punctual which was very important to me while working and going to so many appointments. He was not late even once to any of my appointments. We got pregnant on first round of IVF. It took us time to decide and Dr. Sharara was supportive the whole way! I would highly recommend him. My recommendation is follow his regiment for your specific issue and you will get the desired results. Everyone in his office is wonderful. read more

Dr. Sharara is the absolute BEST reproductive endocrinologist in the Northern Virginia area! We were unsure as we had heard many horror stories about fertility clinics in general, in the area. Upon meeting him we were sure he was the doctor for us. My husband and I were both extremely comfortable with him and his staff. We never waited as he and his staff were prompt and always on time with our appointments. Making appointments were just as easy. The staff, ALL AMAZING, especially the nurses! Dr. Sharara gave an accurate diagnosis and his beside manner was always professional, courteous, up-front and sensitive. He spent time explaining everything and we were never left confused or needing answers. I am happy to have had this experience with this staff and would recommend him to anyone looking for fertility answers! Dr. Sharara and staff will make you feel like you family! If you need help, please go see him! read more

Dr Sharara is an amazing doctor. I am so blessed to have chosen Dr. Sharara , I have no words to explain how grateful I am to have gone through treatment under his expert care. He is brilliant and knows exactly what he is doing. He is so organized, punctual and works with utmost precision. His team is amazing - especially Jo (all of the nurses are!) and Dr. Sharara is clearly passionate about what he does. My husband and i are forever grateful for them and will never forget our time with them. read more

We went through 2 cycles of IVF with Virginia fertility clinic and were wildly impressed with Dr. Sharara and the staff at his office. First off, they are punctual, so be there on time! Secondly, they are so caring and also so truly happy for our babies. IVF is a difficult process for any couple, but I actually enjoyed and looked forward to having my blood drawn daily at some points, to visit with his wonderful staff. The doctor is thorough and will sit and answer numerous questions and calmed any and all fears. We did not conceive with the IVF process, yet after almost 6 years trying, and two cycles, all the hormones kicked my system into gear and we finally got pregnant a few months after the second treatment. Dr. Sharara and staff very closely watched the development of my tiny little guy before they handed me back over to my regular OB/GYN at 12 weeks. We did have 2 babies together, well into our 40s on the second one, and my OB is convinced it was the IVF cycles which prepped my body to get back into the baby-making business. We consider both my little guys Virginia Fertility Center babies and will be forever grateful for all Dr. Sharara and staff did for our family, helping to bring us the amazing giftS of two new lives. read more

Dr. Sharara is a great doctor. His approach is to make sure you are realistic and then he uses his immense knowledge to achieve results. He truly cares about his patients and his staff--nurse joe is always available. I am pregnant because of his attention and expertise. I highly recommend couples to seek consultation from him. He will make it happen!!!! read more

My husband and I have worked with Dr. Sharara from the Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine since 2013, after we were first diagnosed with infertility. We were successful in conceiving two children with the help of this amazing practice. We conceived our first child after a fresh IVF cycle and we are now pregnant with our second right after a successful FET. Dr. Sharara is very thorough with his recommendations of tests and establishing protocols. The staff are friendly and also quite helpful with billing process. My appointments were always on-time. They have a warm-hearted atmosphere and we have been very happy with our treatment. We could not have had our children without Dr. Sharara's help and we are so very grateful for his guidence through the whole process. Thank you read more

Dr. Sharara was referred to us by my gyno and many others, but we knew we'd have to pay out of pocket. Once we decided it couldn't hurt to schedule a consult, and met everyone at VCRM, we never looked back! Dr. Sharara is extremely smart and caring. We knew right away that we were in good hands. Having come from 'the largest fertility center in NOVA' (who accepted our insurance), we quickly realized how priceless it is to NOT have to feel like just another number with a dollar sign on our heads! The VCRM staff greeted us with kindness, compassion and professionalism, and they've been prompt with EVERY appointment in the last 6 months! They run a tight ship and we always understand what's happening upfront, from treatments to payments. You feel like you're the only patient, and Dr. Sharara's bedside manner is everything you would want when going through something so sensitive and sometimes emotional. This is a doctor who takes the time to explain everything, and looks at your 'whole health' in order to provide the best possible treatment and outcome. Dr. Sharara has taught us so much, and VCRM completely changed our hearts about this very challenging journey we are on! You will be so grateful for your decision if you give them a chance to help you. read more

Dr. Sharara and his staff are the best clinic for infertility treatment! After multiple failed IUI and IVF attempts at a large well known clinic my husband and I made a consultation with Dr. Sharara. I had read a few reviews with unfavorable comments and they are completely unfounded. Dr. Sharara and his staff are the most compassionate and caring people in this practice. Dr. Sharara knows what he's doing and is confident in what he does. He treats you like you are his only patient and wants a child for you as badly as you do. You can tell this by the way he and his staff treat you every time you walk through their doors. You most likely will never wait more than 5 minutes to be seen for your appointments which is important when you are going quite frequently. When we had an insurance problem the financial staff acted as if it was their own personal problem and were on the phone immediately trying to help us get answers. Give Dr. Sharara a chance to help you. He really is the absolute best. Listen to his advice and try what he says, the vitamins, a healthier diet, etc. He knows what he is doing. Within 3 months of our first visit my husband and I are pregnant and 14 weeks along. We will never be able to say thank you enough for all that Dr. Sharara and his staff did for us and we are so thankful God led us to this wonderful doctor!!! I wish everyone could have the expertise of Dr. Sharara when struggling with infertility. My only regret is that I didn't find him sooner. read more

I came to Dr. Sharara after 5 years of trying to get pregnant with advanced endometriosis. Before him, I went to two other fertility centers, both of which put me through countless rounds of IUI and IVF, all to no avail. I changed to Dr. Sharara for a fresh start. He put me through the gambit of tests, and advised me to change my diet and gave me one medication - which the other doctors I had been to apparently never thought about. In a matter of FOUR months, I got pregnant naturally! I had completely given up on the idea of a natural pregnancy, and I was in complete denial of the possibility. I know this sounds too good to be true, and it goes without saying that everyone is different and will need a unique treatment strategy to get pregnant, which could very well be IVF. I will say that I definitely feel like Dr. Sharara went above and beyond to look at multiple factors that could be affecting my fertility, not just the standard ones that doctors cite before pushing IVF on you. If you are thinking about starting your journey with Dr. Sharara - whether for the first time or after failed attempts with others - PLEASE take that step and work with him. read more