Bay IVF helped make our dream of growing our family come true, and we will be forever grateful for…read moreour experience with them. From the very beginning, they felt less like a clinic and more like a family--supportive, communicative, and genuinely invested in us every step of the way. At our first visit, we sat down with Dr. Polanski for a thorough, thoughtful conversation about our wishes and goals. Together, we created a clear plan that made us feel confident and cared for from day one. The nursing and front desk staff were truly amazing--kind, responsive, and always reassuring. We knew we could call with any question or concern and receive a thoughtful response within 24 hours, which made such an emotional process feel manageable and supported. We were incredibly fortunate to be successful on our first attempt at every step, from egg retrieval to insemination. We truly believe Bay IVF's holistic approach played a huge role in that success. In addition to excellent medical care, we were given guidance on nutrition and recommended foods to help optimize our chances, which made us feel seen as whole people--not just patients. We stated our initial visit in July 2024, and August 2025 we welcomed the birth of our boy/girl twins. We did implant 2 embryos and both implanted successfully. We stayed with Bay IVF until nearly the 2nd trimester to ensure a successful start of the pregnancy. I had an uncomplicated pregnancy and the twins were born full term and healthy! We are eternally grateful for our time with Bay IVF and wholeheartedly recommend them to any family hoping to grow theirs.

Choosing Bay IVF for my journey was hands-down the best decision I could have made, especially in…read morehindsight after initially starting out with UCSF. I couldn't have wished for a better medical team and a more dedicated doctor. 1. Evidence-Based Practice: Dr. Polansky genuinely knows what he is talking about. He is one who actively backs up his perspectives with robust research papers, rather than just relying on standard, routine clinical practices which is what most other doctors are guilty of. 2. Highly individualized and Empathetic Care: The entire experience felt highly individualized. Dr. Polansky is refreshing and honest--he doesn't sugarcoat anything, but he delivers information with immense empathy and has excellent bedside manner. He truly cares. 3. An Incredible Support Team: The entire team is phenomenal. Erica, Nisha, and the nursing staff are fantastic. I interacted with Iris the most, and she is absolutely wonderful and incredibly caring. By following Dr. Polansky's comprehensive advice--ranging from specific protocols to guidance on nutrition, supplements, and exercise--success was achieved on the very first try! SL

Dr. Zouves is a magician and a hero. He helped my wife and I have a baby after years of struggling…read morewith traditional fertility clinics. He knows what he is talking about and is a pro with the deepest expertise. We had a multi-stage program to root out fertility issues and prep for the greatest probability of success with his protocols. It is obvious in Dr. Zouves' style and demeanor that he puts all his energy and brainpower in figuring out how to succeed. No shortcuts, no fake talk, and definitely not just trying to make money like some other doctors out there. Very accessible and always kept us in the loop on how he was thinking, what he was considering, and providing us the tradeoffs. We put our faith in Dr. Zouves and he made it happen.

Highly recommend. I was very fortunate to have been referred to Dr Zouves by my OBGYN. He himself…read moreis world-class, and incredibly professional. I can't help but compare all other medical professionals to him because he sets the bar so high. He's made it quite unfair really as now my expectations are outsized. The whole process is really bumpy (all the administrative stuff and getting all the right drugs.. at the right time, then there's all the other 3rd parties you have to deal with), which I think is also highly dependent on your personal timeline and competing priorities (work/life). But having Dr Zouves guiding you thru each step, really made me feel very confident throughout all of it. And bless his staff having to deal with me and all the other nervous first-time patients. I'm incredibly grateful to have close access to his medical care and facility. I don't think I would be where I am right now if it weren't for him. Thank you Dr Zouves!

I would give Dr. Schmidt 100 stars if I could! I have not seen such a highly specialized, highly…read moreaccomplished doctor to be so patient and spend so much time with each patient, answering each question, calling the patient for check ins, and comforting the patient when anxious. I always felt heard, cared for, and in great hands. Never worried about the most complcomplicated peocedure. He made me feel comfortable and relaxd. His practice is extremely professional, everyone is so knowledgeable and caring. They offered help with almost everything, even with simple injections. If you're considering IVF, you must come to.Dr. Schmidt's practice. Period.

I would absolutely not recommend Nova IVF if you are a more medically complex. I had one consult…read morewith Dr Sokalska and have no interest in proceeding with treatment at this clinic. 1. She told me I was too fat for the weight limit on their procedure table and dismissively asked "you can lose the weight, right?" I haven't seen never encountered a medical facility with a table that couldn't hold me and honestly if she couldn't treat me as I am, the conversation should have ended there. 2. She argued with me about my own medical conditions in regards to the anesthesia I'd need for egg retrieval. It's not her area of expertise and the correct answer should have been, "given the complications you've had, let's set up a meeting with our anesthesiologist to see if they are comfortable doing your procedure here." Or even "we've had patients with your set of issues before." 3. She shamed me for not starting IVF sooner. Even though I've been following the medical advice of another fertility doctor. There were a couple other things, but these were the most egregious. Her overall attitude and demeanor were extremely blunt for someone that is helping people through an emotionally challenging period. She didn't seem equipped to handle my case and given what she said to me, I didn't want to try. Highly disappointed given the personal recommendation we had going in.

I've been going far out of my way to receive care from Dr. Rydfors for many years. A smarter and…read moremore nuanced medical thinker would be hard to find. He is compassionate and actually listens. He has been my OBGYN, Surgeon, and at times PCP. He gives you the time that is needed. And if that means sometimes he's doing the same for others; (or got called away for a high-risk delivery and is running behind), I try to plan my schedule for that. It is always worth it for the luxury of seeing this thoughtful, innovative, brilliant expert.

This has been my doctor forever. Yes he makes you wait. If you don't want to wait be the first…read moreappointment. Great bedside manner, listen to my needs, will have alternative eastern medicine recommendations.etc. If he is your GYN book your appointment a year in advance as the first appointment of the day and you will not have to wait.

Posting for my wife: The Sage team is great. Dr. Iris Lee in…read moreparticular has been amazing. I was having repeated poor IVF outcomes, and my outcomes improved significantly after I started to see Iris regularly for acupuncture treatments. I have seen multiple acupuncturists across multiple clinics throughout my long IVF journey, and Iris is a true stand-out. She goes above and beyond to personalize my acupuncture treatment each week, gives sound advice on other actions I can take (from sleep and diet habits..to questions I should ask my IVF doctor), and soothes my stress/anxiety with her own calm, kindness and counsel.

November 2025 I was diagnosed with degeneration of my lumbar and cervical spine, right knee torn…read moremeniscus with a cyst, and two torn tendons in my left elbow. From 0 -10 on a pain scale, I was at about 10-12... in agony! My daughter an OT suggested I try acupuncture so I looked up acupuncturists in my area and read good reviews about an acupuncturist named Jewelz and decided to give her a try. My pain was significantly and surprisingly reduced with just one session and after 2 -3 sessions, reduced to 2-4. I am so grateful to have found this establishment and Jewelz she is a gem!

So I am still currently in the clinic - I had to get an ultrasound to prep for my IVF doctor in…read moreTurkey and I must say this has been the best experience I've had with infertility specialist in a while. Both of the doctors showed me so much care and compassion and really went above and beyond to answer my questions and even answer questions I didn't know I had! I almost regret starting my cycle in Turkey at this point - regardless of what happens in Turkey, I will be back.

Pravdin is to the point and effective. Seems knowledgeable and practical…read more She isn't the most approachable but it works because she's great at her job and giving the correct medical recommendations Mostly the clinic is good except for wait times sometimes can be longer

After 2+ years struggling with infertility due to PCOS and endometriosis, over 30 doctor's…read moreappointments, a year of medicated cycles... WE ARE PREGNANT. And it's all thanks to an endometriosis excision surgery by Dr. Camran Nezhat. After being told by my IVF doctor that we had a 5% chance of conceiving naturally, we conceived naturally in our own home just THREE months after my surgery. I myself am a physician assistant & wanted to provide a medical professional's perspective. This review will be long but comprehensive & I hope you will take the time to read it. If you've struggled with infertility, you are familiar with the grueling process. I spent over a year being pushed off by REI doctors in my hometown & at UCSF. When I was failing to get pregnant with medicated cycles, I was told the best option was to progress to IUI/IVF. When I asked about endometriosis and described my symptoms of painful periods and dyspareunia (pain with sex), I was told I most likely did not have it. Even the experts at UCSF said that if I did have endo, the "evidence-based" treatment of choice for infertility due to endometriosis is IVF, and that there would be little benefit from surgery. This is when I began researching endometriosis surgeons and the implications of endometriosis and infertility. I spent hours, days, weeks scouring the internet. I considered traveling out of state &out of the country to find the best. In the end, it was Dr. Nezhat who I found to be the most experienced&impressive. I won't lie to you, the claims on Dr. Nezhat's website & the reviews on the internet seemed almost too good to be true, and I was hesitant and nervous for my appointment. I have never been more thankful to be wrong for my anxieties. His office is bright, open, and filled with pop music, most notably Taylor Swift. Cards & photos of miracle babies he has helped women to conceive litter the walls, no exaggeration numbering in the 100s-1000s. There are stacks of medical literature, including textbooks published by Dr. Nezhat himself - all of which supporting the evidence-based work he does for patients with endometriosis. By the time I stepped into Nezhat's office, I had already been to several different specialists and honestly felt like a number at those offices. By contrast, from the moment we stepped in, my husband and I felt as though we were treated like family. We were greeted by the kindest, most encouraging young women from all different backgrounds. None kinder and more empathetic than Dr. Nezhat's PA, Lindsey Chuang. She has fielded many an email & made many an extra phone call for me, & I've been so grateful. I believe Dr. Nezhat's entire staff understand they are working in a vulnerable area of medicine and are sensitive to that. My impression of surgeons is similar to IVF doctors, they will offer the solution they are trained to provide - surgery. To my surprise and comfort, Dr. Nezhat did not immediately say he could help us & made it clear that it was a real possibility that he would not operate unless he truly believed I had endometriosis. Only after a thorough assessment, including imaging and a physical exam did he clinically diagnose me with endometriosis & recommend surgery. We discussed the innovative techniques he uses for surgery, including the tools he uses for excision and ovarian drilling which is used to restore normal ovulation in PCOS. He was so kind and empathetic. He made it clear we could keep him in the room as long as we wanted until all of our questions were answered. I was most struck by his degree of humility given all he has accomplished. In my experience as a PA, even ordinary surgeons are not so empathetic and humble. I felt very safe in his hands on the day of my surgery, even safer that my friend Lindsey Chuang the PA was there. They are truly a very caring team and as far as patient experience, I was very impressed. Again, as a PA myself, and as a patient at multiple fertility clinics - I am sadly not accustomed to this level of genuine care. Dr. Nezhat called me the day after surgery, saw me two days later and then again 8 weeks later for post op. He takes so much time for his patients. He left me with the encouragement that our "prognosis is excellent," and that we could achieve pregnancy on our own, despite what everyone else said. I tried to believe him at that final appointment, but as many who struggle with infertility know - it can be hard to keep the faith. Well. To my shock. I had no idea that at that very final post op appointment while Nezhat was encouraging us, our baby was actually actively implanting in my uterus. What I believed to be impossible, happened naturally. When I emailed to share our news, I immediately received a phone call & tons of advice from Lindsey & Dr. Nezhat. I could write pages, how do you thank someone for giving you the opportunity to start a family? There aren't words. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you forever to the entire Nezhat team.

I struggled with infertility for a long time and was referred to Dr. Camran Nezhat by my IVF doctor…read moreafter failed cycles due to PCOS and adhesions. Meeting Dr. Nezhat truly changed everything for me. Not only is he incredibly skilled, but his empathy, positivity, and confidence gave me hope when I had almost lost it. He took the time to listen, explain, and genuinely care. After surgery and recovery, I was able to get pregnant, and I'm now almost 4 months along. I honestly don't have enough words to express how grateful I am. I only wish I had come to him sooner. Thank you, Dr. Nezhat, for changing my life.

Today was my first appointment with Mia and it was such a pleasure to receive a treatment from her…read more She's incredibly gentle, kind, and a fountain of knowledge. The acupunture I received ended up being very different then I anticipated, the session left me feeling incredibly relaxed, I even took a couple cat naps while my Chi moved. It felt like a warm blanket of healing energy wrapped around me and moved throughout my body. I floated out of her office and went about the rest of my day calm and more relaxed then ever. If you want to feel grounded I would highly recommend seeing Mia.

Wow, I'm really the outlier here. But here's what I didn't like about this acupunturist: She only…read morespends 15 minutes with you including putting in the needles. Otherwise, she's on to the next patient - 4/hour it seems. If you ring the doorbell she gives you while you're on the table, her assistant comes. You have to ask about diet suggestions and herbs. Sometimes, we have asked about them, and then the herbs aren't ready when I come out. She doesn't offer me cupping anymore, even though in the past that's been really helpful at other places. I'm thinking about not going back. I feel like she's not sure what to do with my health problems. I'm not getting better. I feel relaxed when I leave her office and always have a nice little nap on the table, but overall, my symptoms aren't improving. Other acupuncturists I went to would get me in and help me out if I had a migraine, but she doesn't offer this. It takes awhile to get ahold of her if call in. Mostly, you have to book when you are there.

Highly recommend Many Lives and Dr Davina. I have been in a lot of pain and doing physical therapy…read morewhich was helping but not quite enough. My doctor suggested Many Lives accupuncture. After my first visit I knew I was on the right path to recovery. After the fourth visit I felt 100% better than when I had walked in the door. Dr Davina actively listens to my needs and addresses the pain and makes necessary adjustments during the session and at each appointment. I feel I found an active partner in addressing my healing process. Dr Davina has been a game changer in my ability to functioning and functioning well each day.

I've had a really great experience with Many Lives and with Beth. I have been going to Beth for…read moreabout 5 months and plan to continue seeing her for hormone regulation / fertility. I recently had surgery and Beth has been a great support during the recovery process. She takes very detailed notes and has good insights and suggestions. She is easy to talk to, shares a depth of knowledge and shows real care and concern. I highly recommend working with Many Lives!

Using CCRM SF effectively means that you're on your own and managing a tricky and fraught process…read moreby yourself. You will need to do any outreach, including soliciting important information and following up on the process. You will need to follow up multiple times in the hope of getting a response to your questions -- unless it's regarding a bill for which CCRM expects payment. Then, they're on top of it. Do yourself a favor and go somewhere else. CCRM is a factory and you will receive limited care and attention at this difficult point in your life. I wish I could go elsewhere, but I'm stuck with this practice

We just graduated from CCRM on Aug 11, 2025 (and even took a picture at the front desk to…read morecelebrate!) and we couldn't be more thankful for this incredible team. From day one, Dr. Tazuke has been kind, patient, and so knowledgeable -- she explained everything clearly and made us feel confident in each step. And Tiara, our primary nurse, has been amazing. She was always there to answer our questions (big or small), check in on us, and cheer us on through the ups and downs. Everyone we met -- from the front desk to the lab -- made us feel cared for and supported. You can tell they truly want the best for their patients. Thanks to their expertise and compassion, we're now expecting our baby, and we'll never forget this journey or the people who made it possible.