Fertility Centers of Orange County is a wonderful practice, and Dr. Kaing is an incredible doctor…read more She is compassionate, approachable, and deeply knowledgeable. She explains everything clearly: I never felt like I was in the dark about a procedure or what it would entail. There is also no pressure to pursue certain options: she lets you know everything that is available, and gives her honest advice. What's best is that she legitimately listens to her patients: if had a question or brought up a concern, she took it seriously. I always felt heard and cared for. Regarding the practice itself, everyone who works there is kind and professional, and the atmosphere in the office is deeply calming. They also change the decorations seasonally, which is a lot of fun. Beyond a wonderful bedside manner, Dr. Kaing and her team are incredible at what they do. Thanks to them, I have my son! I would recommend this practice without question to anyone going through IVF.

I'm writing this review solely based on my experience of care, not pregnancy outcomes. We were…read morereferred to FCOC by friends who had success on their very first IUI (iconic), and over the past three months, Dr. Kaing has been nothing short of exceptional, thorough, thoughtful, intentional, and deeply committed to doing things the right way with her patients' best interests at heart. Rather than rushing into repeated attempts, Dr. Kaing ensured we explored ALL appropriate interventions, including an HSG, saline sonogram, comprehensive blood work, and ultimately a hysteroscopy, to truly optimize our chances moving forward. She consistently took the time to explain each step, answer my many questions (I was very nervous!), and made sure we felt informed/supported/confident throughout the process. I completed a procedure today that was an important part of our fertility journey to improve future success, and I felt completely confident in Dr. Kaing's expertise every step of the way. I'm incredibly grateful for her entire team, their care was seamless and compassionate, and they never left my side. Nurse Mackenna and anesthesiologist Dr. Schneider were outstanding!!! I would highly recommend Dr. Kaing to anyone seeking a physician who leads with excellence, genuine care, and a truly positive and beautiful spirit!!

Dr. Werlin and his staff are beyond incredible. They have such compassion for their patients and…read morefamilies going through the IVF process. Their patient coordinator Lupe was so helpful on explaining the charges so we knew exactly what the costs were going to be. I've never been to a doctors office where I felt such kindness from everyone there. You can truly tell that they all love their life's work! Our daughter and her husband have been trying for over 4 years to have a baby. From the first consultation, we knew if anyone could make their dream come true it would be Dr. Werlin. His wisdom and they way he explains everything was amazing! Besides being amazing, Dr. Werlin starts seeing patients at 6:30am which is so great. Going through IVF is a long process, our daughter never had to miss work or go in late because of the early appointments. That really took a lot of stress off of trying to juggle work and appointments. I was blessed as the future Grandma to be aIble to go to most off her appointments and embryo transfer procedures. This was beyond amazing for me. It was also a comfort for our daughter for me to be there with her. She really needed and wanted the moral support after so many years of trying to become a Mom. It was always so much fun to be in the exam room and hearing Dr. Werlin walking down the hall to see us and hearing "Where is my Kel-Bell (his nickname for her) and Mom?" or to hear him singing along to the great music playing in his office. Not the typical office musak, but good ol' Rock like The Rolling Stones etc. Dr. Werlin is very happy and upbeat even that early in the morning. Another great thing that Dr. Werlin does, is that he was ALWAYS the one calling with the lab reports/results where as so many other doctors hand that task off to an assistant/nurse. His personal touch was always so much appreciated. Especially the phone call on 6/21/2021 when he called our daughter.... that is a moment in time that we will never forget. My husband and I were at our daughter and Son-In-Laws house when the phone call came in from Dr. Werlin and his staff when they all yelled at the same time "YOU'RE PREGNANT" we all broke into tears. That's a moment that we will NEVER forget. I've already started our Grandsons baby book with a photo of each ultrasound along with any info that Dr. Werlin gave us during the appointments. Of course, Dr. Werlin is on the 1st page so our Grandson will know what incredible man helped to bring him into our family. The ONLY negative thing that we can say is.... we wish he could be her OB/GYN and carry her through her entire pregnancy and deliver our grandson too. We cannot think of a nicer doctor to see her through the whole pregnancy. It was a bittersweet day at 12 weeks when she "graduated" from his office. With that being said, we feel extremely blessed to have found Dr. Werlin at Coastal Fertility Medical Center. We will be forever thankful for him!! Sincerley, Keri .... Glammie in the making :)

My truthful experience…read more.. I started this process in approx. March 2022 ended in approx. May 2022 I chose this facility with the hopes of getting pregnant at 41. I chose the $8000 package which essentially turned out to be approximately $14,000 minus $3000 which they were willing to give me back. Each appointment was scheduled in the morning some at 7:20 am and after driving for approximately an hour and 15 minutes a few times only to find that twice it wasn't open, yet waiting in my car until 8:00 am. Communication could and should be WAY better. More follow-up calls are needed, and more patient checks to see how we are doing and if we have questions. (I had none from anyone but the Dr. for a total of four calls) Most of the time the Dr. called with lab results or I called or emailed questions. It takes forever to get a response. I had several ultrasounds and vaginal ultrasounds at this facility. Approx. on the third ultrasound, the Dr. says you might have fibroids. I ask him if I need to go to my primary care Dr. to get this checked before we start anything, the Dr. says "no we can handle that here, don't worry". I had to call several times to find out what the next steps were. I was then called by the financial department representative stating that I needed a cryo test which was approx. $600 and not included in the package for IVF. I paid for it and did the test, the results were good to go. I was then told that the Dr. was placing me on birth control for seven days. I was asked to do another vaginal ultrasound and on that day told that the Dr. was going on vacation soon. I started the birth control and continued office visits with two other Dr.'s as I was leaving I was told I needed to pay approx. 200 for the visit. I paid it as no one told me when I would pay the 8,000. I received a call from the financial department requesting the 8,000 payment. I asked if the $200 would be deducted they said no and I paid the 8,000. I was told before the Dr. left for vacation I was "good to go" and everything looked great. I at that point had several vaginal ultrasounds, and good blood work along with the dye test for my tubes which was done at another facility through my network, and both tubes were open. I was then told to purchase the 6,000 meds. I purchased them. I was given a 10-minute class on how to use them and sent videos. I started meds and was told I would be on them for approx. 11 days then my egg retrieval. By this time I had spent the aprx. $14,000. When the Dr. returned from vacation I did my last ultrasound before retrieval and was told while naked on the table, "I can't do the retrieval you have too many fibroids that need to be removed". I cried like a baby whose world had been snatched away. The Dr. said "I know I know I am sorry but we can do an IUI. At this point, all types of things were in my head, so I agreed because I felt there was still hope. On the day of the IUI the assistant gives the Dr. the wrong size clamps three times meanwhile I am laying there naked, sperm thawed waiting, and finally had an unsuccessful IUI. I then I get the bills and reimbursement email...I got 3,000 of my 14,000 and an IUI that was unsuccessful lost time and emotionally drained. They email me an itemized total and I see $1500 for a 10-minute IVF meds class WTH. By this time I felt swindled and taken advantage of. Everyone is nice until you start requesting money back and explanations. I requested my complete medical file two weeks ago and still have not received it, then I called and the response was "we are extremely busy and the regular office clerk is on vacation I am doing what I can, we will get it out to you". I basically took meds for IVF for no reason (waisted $6000) and paid 5000 for an IUI. I wasn't going to leave a review but I was encouraged to do so in the event someone need this message.

My infertility journey started with a consultation with Dr. Marcus Rosencrantz in person to discuss…read moremy options. Although I was ready to move right into IVF due to my age and wanting more than one child, he spent the time discussing all the options before I made a final decision with my husband. There was no pressure, just guidance. I noticed right away he was very knowledgeable, welcoming, and patient. The office was extremely efficient. I was able to do genetic testing, infectious disease testing, and full labwork done within days for me and my husband. The facility was able to accommodate all of my needs and did not need to go to other labs for other services, including egg retrievals, and my embryo transfer. I did not realize how important that was until I started the process. The office worked closely with my insurance and pharmacy for everything to be seamless. I also was able to schedule appointments early in the morning so my own work schedule was not disrupted. So many appointments and he was there for all of them. Within 2 months I was already preparing for my first egg retrieval. I had a total of 2 egg retrievals, both resulting in multiple healthy embryos. The second retrieval he adjusted my protocol based on the previous one which resulted in an even more successful outcome. He was available at all times (in person or on the portal if needed). He performed all of my ultrasounds personally and even if I was just getting bloodwork and he was walking down the hall he would say hello. It is helpful to say I am currently pregnant with my first child and although this was the goal and I am excited (even got high fives from the staff), the review is about the care I received as outcomes will vary for everyone. It is rare in healthcare these days to get white glove, red carpet service and feel like you matter instead of just another patient crammed in the day (shout out to Cindy and Leahanne). Truly grateful beyond words.

Graduated today at 9 weeks pregnant! Dr Rosencrantz and all the staff were wonderful. Absolutely no…read morecomplaints and the best outcome! Would definitely recommend them to anyone needing help with fertility!

10/10 experience at Envita Fertility Center! The only thing I regret is that I wasted so much time…read moreand money on other OC major fertility clinics before making my decision to here. IVF is a time consuming journey but I'm so lucky to get pregnant after 1 round of egg retrieval and 1 transfer. Envita's amazing team made this happen. Dr. Abae is extremely knowledgeable, patient, and caring. He never rushed any of my appointments and does not use "one size fit all" protocol which I'm very grateful for. He always takes time to read and analyze every test result, do each of my ultrasound, and answer all of our questions very thoroughly. He makes sure everything is perfect before diving into the next step and no wonder they have such good success rates :) The lab team is also so nice and experienced, Dr. Asemi was able to fertilize 9 high-grade embryos for us despite my low egg quality due to PCOS. She also patiently answered tons of questions before we chose the embryo. The nurses (Maria and Liz) are both so supportive and welcoming the whole time, making me feel much less anxious during the IVF treatment. They even have a direct line which patients could call them for any questions after work hours. I can't appreciate them more. Last but definitely not least, thanks to my awesome coordinator Becky and the office manager Minyi, they are angels! I could have never completed this journey without them. They always check on me after each appointment, making sure I'm feeling okay. They also gave me the biggest emotional support after egg retrieval and transfer. Sherrie is not my coordinator but she's also very friendly and always chat with me to make me less nervous before appointments. I've decided to freeze my eggs at Envita after my current pregnancy, and I can't wait to have more babies with them

I'm truly heartbroken and disappointed by my experience at Ember Fertility Center. After investing…read morea significant amount of money and going through multiple full IVF cycles, I walked away with no results--no pregnancy, no baby, just emotional and physical exhaustion. Throughout the process, I felt like I was just another number. There was a serious lack of personalized care, and I often left appointments with more questions than answers. I followed every instruction, every protocol, and trusted the process, but it felt like no one was really invested in my individual journey or well-being. To make matters worse, the treatments took a huge toll on my health. I gained a lot of weight, my hormones have been completely out of balance, and I've never felt this unhealthy--physically or emotionally. Infertility is already such a painful road, and I truly wish I had received more thoughtful care and honest communication throughout. I hope others have a better experience, but I wouldn't recommend this clinic based on what I went through.

This review is overdue…read more I am a patient of Dr. Royster's and welcomed my son (first baby) in December. My husband and I are forever grateful to the entire SCCRM team. Experiencing infertility is one of the most isolating, saddening, and frankly scary experiences a couple can go through. From our first virtual meeting with Dr. Royster, we felt confident in his abilities and appreciated his kind bedside manner. We deeply appreciated how accessible both he and the staff were. Many Drs are impossible to get ahold of now, and front desk teams use automated messaging - that is never the case here. When I started my first round of injections, we had a mixup with needle sizes and we called at 9pm and were able to get ahold of Dr. Royster to guide us through the process. The staff listens, offers honest advice, and simplifies complex concepts. All of the nurses are wonderful, but my absolute favorite was Joyce! The kindest, most gentle, but realistic woman. She also has the best sense of humor! Choosing a fertility clinic is such a hard decision! I am so grateful I made the correct choice.

I have Dr. Anderson and his amazing staff to thank for my 2 beautiful children! They identified my…read moremedical problems and fixed them unlike a previous fertility specialist in San Diego. My previous doctor could not even get the pipette past my cervix and ultimately cost me one of my precious embryos during an embryo transfer. Dr. Anderson is highly experienced and professional and had no trouble inserting the embryos the two times I did IVF. They are well-known as the place to go after failing to conceive elsewhere and have the best lab just steps away!

We are so grateful that Dr. Anderson helped us to have my daughter and son. They are 4 and 6 years…read moreold now. Dr. Anderson helped us to accomplish what other doctor said impossible. Highly recommend Dr. Anderson to anyone who has difficulty to conceive.

I spent 9 months with Dr. Anderson and left with no progress and a recommendation to consider donor…read moreeggs. I'm writing this so no one in a similar situation wastes the same precious time I did. Background: I came to him at 36 with severe DOR -- AMH of 0.03 and FSH consistently above 15. His approach was to wait until my FSH naturally fell to 15 or below before starting IVF. For someone in perimenopause, that's very unlikely. He also refuses to use estrogen priming to help lower FSH, citing egg quality concerns -- a position that, per multiple other specialists I've since spoken to, is not backed by current evidence. The biggest driver of egg quality is age, not estrogen priming. After nearly a year of waiting, disappointing appointments, and being told donor eggs might be my only option, I found Dr. Wayne Lin at FCOC (Amazing doctor!!). He immediately came up with a game plan, starting with estrogen priming. I told him what Dr. A said and Lin assured me the biggest driver of egg quality is age, not estrogen priming. Lin put me on estrogen to bring my FSH down and started IVF right away. He gave me a realistic 30% chance of a normal embryo at my age. His facts were exact. Out of 3 eggs retrieved, only 1 was normal. She is now my healthy, bouncing, 14-month-old daughter. I later found out that Dr. Anderson is widely considered one of the most conservative fertility doctors in Orange County, and that some of his data points and methods appear to be outdated. His bedside manners are also a 5/10. At one appointment, as he walked in for yet another day 3 ultrasound and commented, "Boy, you're persistent". I was surprised, but I was willing to put up with him because I thought he was the best. However, I later found that Lin is a much more skilled doctor with unbeatable bedside manners. As for the office itself, it runs efficiently -- you're rarely waiting more than 10 minutes, and the finance department is genuinely skilled at navigating insurance issues, which is no small thing in the fertility world. The nursing staff was a mixed bag; about two-thirds were nice, but the remaining third had a cold, very 'Newport Beach' vibe -- like you were an inconvenience rather than a patient going through one of the hardest experiences of your life. That contrast was especially noticeable after switching to Dr. Lin's office, where every single nurse is kind and empathetic without exception. Conclusion: If your FSH is over 15 and he won't start IVF: LEAVE. Get a second opinion now. Time matters enormously in fertility treatment, and I wish someone had told me this sooner.

Came to Dr. Meng's clinic on a rec from my college friend--honestly one of the best decisions I've…read moremade. Did one full IVF cycle here. Everything ran super smooth--no crazy waits, appts always on time, staff on top of everything. I have PCOS, and Dr. Meng created a low-stim protocol based on my hormone levels (AMH, E2, LH, etc). It felt tailored, not cookie-cutter. Monitoring was detailed, meds were adjusted as needed, and I felt taken care of every step. I showed up w/ a notebook full of Qs from past clinics--she answered every single one. Straight-up, no fluff, no eye-rolls. She's sharp, calm, and knows her stuff inside-out. The whole team is super responsive via phone/email and really kind. You're not just a patient here,they actually see you. If you want a doctor who's smart, efficient, and 100% on your side--this is the place.And now there's a little giggle in our house that didn't exist before--thanks to them.

Unfortunately, my experience with Dr. Meng's office has been incredibly disappointing and…read morefrustrating. Several serious issues occurred during my treatment that I feel obligated to share. First, when our medication was shipped to the office, they failed to provide an ice pack for a time-sensitive medication that required refrigeration. As a result, it was left at room temperature for hours, potentially compromising its effectiveness. Second, they did not thoroughly check the medication package and missed including the crucial trigger shot. I had to rush to the office at 8:30pm to get an emergency replacement-over an hour later than the correct injection time. Even more alarming, they messed up our email address and sent sensitive medical information, including my ID, to the wrong recipient, violating HIPAA regulations. This was a serious breach of privacy and trust. Additionally, an intern nurse attempted to draw my blood but had difficulty locating my vein. After two unsuccessful and painful attempts, the process had to be restarted by someone else. It made me question the level of training and oversight in the office. Despite two failed IVF rounds, Dr. Meng told us she wouldn't change anything about the protocol. There was no openness to reevaluating or adjusting the plan based on our results, which felt dismissive and discouraging. I rarely leave reviews, but I hope sharing my experience helps others make an informed decision. Fertility treatment is stressful and emotional enough-patients deserve a team that is organized, responsive, and respectful of their time, health, and privacy.

After struggling with infertility for 8 years and experiencing a failed IVF cycle, I came to Dr…read more Rubal feeling discouraged and searching for answers. From the very beginning, she truly listened to my concerns and took the time to investigate the root causes affecting my health and fertility. Dr. Rubal quickly identified several underlying conditions, including endometriosis, PCOS, insulin resistance, prediabetes, high cholesterol, and other issues that had gone undiagnosed for years. She recommended a GLP-1 medication as part of my treatment plan, and after just three months, I feel like a completely different person. While I am still on my journey toward pregnancy, I finally feel hopeful because Dr. Rubal is helping me heal the underlying causes rather than simply treating symptoms. She is an exceptional physician with extensive medical knowledge, profound empathy, and a truly compassionate approach to patient care. She listens carefully, communicates clearly, and makes you feel genuinely supported every step of the way. I highly recommend Dr. Rubal to anyone seeking a knowledgeable and caring doctor who truly advocates for her patients.

If you are struggling with recurrent pregnancy loss or infertility and want to find out the root…read morecause? Please reach out to Dr. Rubal! I suffered from 3 pregnancy losses and didn't know where to turn until a friend of mine told me about Dr. Rubal and how she helped her become pregnant. I saw Dr. Rubal in May 2025, where she intentionally listened to me and my husband and our experience with loss. She was kind and compassionate but also straightforward and to the point when it came to the diagnoses. We saw her 3 times to create a game plan, which included taking supplements and also changing lifestyle factors. She was aways available via her patient portal to talk about next steps. 4 months later, I am so happy to say I am 8 weeks pregnant and finally got to hear that precious heart beat! IVF wasn't an option since it is a financial stressor as well as something that didn't align with my values. IVF isn't a 100% success rate or guarantee you will be blessed with a baby. Going with more holistic approach will save you a ton of money and you will learn a lot about your health and body. I encourage you to listen to Dr. Rubal on several podcasts before hand so you can gain a sense of how much it may cost you vs IVF and compare the success rates between the two approaches. Please keep in mind, Dr. Rubal in a one woman show, so it may take 2-3 weeks for her to get back to your initial message. You may also have to wait a bit for your appointment time because she it so committed to all of her patients, she takes time with them and will do the same for you. And I know waiting any amount of time while trying to conceive it like a lifetime but be patient because she is worth it! Good luck!