I used this clinic for local monitoring as my embryo transfer was done in San Diego and never had a…read moresingle issue- they were easy to schedule with and I was always seen so quickly and they sent over the results same day. Would definitely recommend!

I write this review for any women who may be considering consulting with Laurel Fertility on her…read moreown in Modesto. I would strongly caution any woman who is considering consulting with the practicing physician alone. Please bring someone with you as their medical staff will not be with you the entire time. My personal experience with the practicing physician was extremely unpleasant. Erroneous narratives were transcribed in my consultation notes which I found boggling considering that they record everything by audio. Perhaps the physician confused my information with someone else, and that is another red flag for me to not move forward with this clinic. When I inform the scheduling coordinator that I am not comfortable working with their practicing physician, I was informed that unless I complete necessary paperwork--that they did not send me prior to my appointment--they would not release my bloodwork results. I try to log into their website to see what's outstanding, and it appears that my access is no longer available. It is very difficult to contact any staff by telephone as calls will go to voicemails first. The only convenient method was to message via their website, which I now do not have access. I paid my fees in full up front but it appears that I will be barred from my bloodwork results if I do not wish to enter further agreements with this clinic as I do not intend to move forward with their treatments. I wasted an afternoon of time off and a great amount of blood for this visit. The only redeeming quality for this place is that the medical staff onsite was great. I now believe the negative reviews for this clinic and should have heeded the reported red flags.

Dr Aimee is a gem of a human, just an incredible physician. The consultation was very high yield…read moreand covered many topics. If only I had talked less to hear more of what she had to say ;) Prior to the consultation, I was overwhelmed and had decision paralysis but she provided fresh perspective, individualized treatment recommendations with research citations and helped me problem solve in real time. It's really hard to pick out one thing that stood out since everything was top notch, but it was her unexpected offer and recommendations for how to access more prompt screening and services in the event of a high risk outcome, something I had previously experienced. I highly recommend folks listen to her podcasts and review her website prior to the consultation it will help you make the most of it.

As a huge fan of palindrome numbers, I figured review #999 should be something out of the norm of…read morerestaurants and boba shops. Something that we struggled with for a while due to age was infertility. We had actually seen several fertility specialists during this long journey, and have gone through 3 rounds of IVF (2 mini's and 1 conventional) as well as an IUI. Although they were all unfortunately unsuccessful, we discovered that not all fertility clinics and doctors are created equal. While we found that many doctors take a very traditional, rigid and cookie cutter approach to treatment. Focusing more on luck through repeated attempts, Dr. Aimee was much more focused and tailored in her regiment. We always felt informed during this process, and confident in Dr. Aimee's recommendations. And unlike other clinics, we were always able to get ahold of Dr. Aimee directly. Instead of communicating with a nurse who would then pass the message along to the doctor if they felt it needed escalation. Along these lines, we were always shocked at how quickly we were usually able to get a response from Dr. Aimee. Sometimes even late at night. We often joked that Dr. Aimee probably doesn't sleep. Our only complaints about going with Dr. Aimee revolved around a few issues: 1) The initial application process to get a consultation with Dr. Aimee was lengthy, difficult, and required a lot of chasing from my wife due to poor follow-up and communication from the office. The individual handling review and processing of new patient applications would often go awol for days on end after sending out limited communication. 2) Billing was oftentimes not very clear and created a need for us to meticulously examine our bills line by line to ensure accuracy. 3) Dr. Aimee does not accept any insurance so 100% of the costs will be out of pocket. In addition, her rates are substantially higher than other clinics. Although we were ultimately unsuccessful with IVF, we were eventually blessed with a miracle baby through natural birth. Despite this, we would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Aimee to anyone looking for fertility care.

We feel so blessed to have found Collab Fertility. After a bad experience with another local…read morefertility clinic, we decided to look elsewhere, and we're so glad we did. Dr. Segal and her team are incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and very empathetic. From our very first meeting, we felt truly heard, understood, and supported. They clearly explained the entire process and helped us understand what we needed to do to give ourselves the best chance for a successful transfer. Scheduling appointments and getting answers to our questions was always smooth and easy. The entire team made a stressful journey feel much more manageable. We highly recommend Collab Fertility to anyone looking for compassionate, empathetic, and expert fertility care.

I shared this same review on Google reviews but sharing here as well:…read more I absolutely loved working with Dr. Segal! She is so kind, attentive, and has a great sense of humor. She put me and my husband at ease during a time that was quite challenging for us. She made every step of the fertility journey for us as easy as possible. She doesn't make you feel rushed and is so thorough with everything. She's also always on call so morning or night if you have a question she's there to answer it. It's hard to express how grateful both my husband and I are for finding and working with this clinic and Dr. Segal. Would give her 6 stars if I could :)

Dr. Fisher is a wonderful doctor with excellent bedside manner. He goes above and beyond to ensure…read morehis patients are well informed and comfortable. The rest of the staff are kind, patient, and thorough as well. I recently completed my first egg extraction/freezing process and it wasn't as bad as I thought. I plan to complete another round and no longer feel the dreadful anticipation I once did.

I absolutely loved Dr. Fischer and his team. Long story short we considered fertility preservation…read moreas I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I met with MULTIPLE REs and basically interviewed them to see why I should continue with fertility and why I should pick them. I was clear from the start that I wasn't sure if I wanted to harvest eggs and create embryos. I never had the NEED that some women have when it comes to being a mom and I didn't want to go through this process if my chances for success aren't likely. I said I would like my doctor to be very up front and tell me if it looks like it will happen or not. Dr Fischer met with us multiple times before hand and was very informative, he gave me options that others didn't but most importantly he listened to my concerns and was honest in his opinions. Although my surgeon was able to get all the cancer out we were still going to proceed with the protocol for cancer patients. Since I was still apprehensive about having kids at all, on the morning I was supposed to start injections I made my final decision to not pursue IVF. The process isn't easy and since I'm still recovering from surgery I didn't see the value in doing this for the potential for 0-1 embryo. It isn't important enough for me to do IVF and try for nothing. If I would end up with 2 or 3 embryos I would have done it but not for less. Again he was very supportive and said if I wanted to try later I can since I won't be doing chemo and in a year my fertility won't drastically change. Overall I would HIGHLY recommend this team and if I decided to try I would use them.

As one of the babies he's delivered, I can say 10/10 experience. He saved my life literally.read more

I came to write this review after hearing about allegations against Dr. Altman as I figured women…read morewho are researching a new OB/GYN would be interested in reading a recent review. This is solely my experience. I am not diminishing any one else's experience. I got pregnant in 2022 with twins and had the babies the same year and before I went to Dr. Altman I was being seen as an OB/GYN from Dr. Lacuna. My experience with lacuna was awful. He did not answer any of my questions and his replies would be "we'll see when we get there." After leaving three appointments rushed and frustrated with no answers from that doctor, I ended up doing research and switched to Dr. Altman. I Didn't know at the time that he was the head of the department, which would explain the great experience. Dr. Altman was a very patient Doctor Who would sit down in front of me and look me in the eye as he listened to my questions and answered as best he could. During appointments he was very thorough and explaining what he was doing, what he was about to do or going to do and making sure that he knew what my plans wanted to be (as far as birth). I did not feel in any way that Dr. Altman had gross misconduct, however, I will say he is very sensitive in that if you're having a hard moment, he will put his hand on your shoulder to comfort you. My husband was in the room with me at most appointments (I think I only went solo once and there was a nurse in the room with me and the doctor) and he never did anything untoward. My husband I thought he was very kind. I can see how if you are not touchy feely, that you would not appreciate the hugs or shoulder pats or even the eye contact but again nothing suspicious (and I am very suspicious of men) I hope those considering Altman do so. My experience was great and I also hope the ladies get the comfort and answers they are looking for. Best.

We have received the best care at Nova IVF, from the initial consultation until my graduation to an…read moreOB office. Dr. Shah took her time to carefully walk through the entire process with me, answering all my questions and encouraging me along the way. Danielle (NP) also took such great care of me at every single visit. After my first round of egg retrieval, the clinic adjusted my treatment plan in hopes of a more successful second round - which worked! I have graduated after the first embryo transfer and am having a smooth pregnancy so far. I'm so glad to have chosen Nova to start my family, and I will be returning in the future!

I went to the Nova IVF clinic for my embryo transfer today…read more,,and everything was done on time, promptly, and very smoothly. I give special thanks to Dr. Shah and Dr. Schmidt, for all the time that they have accompanied me so well and so beautifully on this journey. and also to Laura hopson in the accounting department, who all provided me with great support. I hope that they always remain healthy and successful.

Viji is truly one of a kind. Every mother deserves someone like her by their side during their…read morebirth journey. After a traumatic first pregnancy and postpartum preeclampsia, I was considered high-risk during my second pregnancy as well. Around 32 weeks, I started seeing elevated blood pressure readings along with severe white coat syndrome. I was anxious and searching for support, and that's when I found Viji. Even before our first consultation, I had a strong feeling that she was God-sent -- a true blessing -- and that feeling only grew stronger with time. Viji stepped in with so much calm, confidence, and care. She took everything upon herself and made sure I was prepared in every possible way -- physically, mentally, and emotionally. She guided me through provider decisions, helped me find the right midwifery care, and thoughtfully connected me with an exceptional midwife, Lin Lee, who aligned perfectly with my needs. Because of Viji's discernment and support in building the right team around me, my entire experience was completely different from my first pregnancy. The birth itself felt smooth and empowering -- no tears, no episiotomy, and my blood pressure remained well controlled throughout. What truly sets Viji apart is how deeply she cares and how holistic her approach is. She took the time to understand my full medical history and personal background, worked to get to the root of my previous complications, and helped me navigate provider complexities with clarity and confidence. She also combined her Jyotish knowledge to help identify the most supportive and auspicious timing for my induction, which brought me an incredible sense of peace and trust going into labor. During labor, Viji was there through it all. She supported me with Ayurvedic care, calming massages, constant reassurance, and gentle guidance. She made sure I was comfortable, grounded, and never felt alone. She even stayed with me through the entire night -- watching over me, advocating for me, and helping me make important decisions when I was exhausted and vulnerable. Because of Viji, my second birth experience became healing, empowering, and beautiful. She didn't just help me prepare for birth -- she helped me heal from my past experience and trust my body again. I will always be grateful for her presence, her wisdom, and the love she brought into one of the most important moments of my life. I thank God every day for leading me to her at exactly the right time.

I have been working with Viji since 2023 and can confidently say that the work I've done with her…read morehas been truly transformative... far beyond anything I ever expected. I first came to Viji as a very anxious and overwhelmed mother, desperately trying to stay afloat in the struggles of parenthood. At the time, I had no idea what I was getting into, but I just knew I needed help. From day one, Viji completely blew me away with her depth of knowledge, insight, and intuition. Beyond that, she is incredibly caring and consistently goes above and beyond to support her clients. Through our work together, I've gained a deeper understanding of my inner makeup, which has empowered me to take greater control of my life and has profoundly impacted how I show up as a mother and wife. My mind was truly blown when she began incorporating Ayurveda and Jyotish (Vedic Astrology) to help explain what I was experiencing physically, emotionally, and energetically, and to guide how I move through my life. I have also integrated therapeutic bodywork and the Safe & Sound Protocol (SSP) into my work with Viji, which has only deepened the healing process. The way she thoughtfully weaves together her diverse offerings is incredible and deeply supportive. She is truly a one-stop shop for healing on every level. I am deeply grateful for the care, insight, and dedication she has brought to my journey. Viji is absolutely amazing, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. My only regret is not starting this work with her sooner.

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

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.

I had the best experience with monarch acupuncture, specifically working with Amanda! Every session…read morewas tailored to my goals and what my body needed, and I always left there feeling refreshed and reenergized. 10/10 recommend!

I suffered from painful and heavy periods for several years and was always told that this was a…read more"normal" menstrual cycle for women from my doctor at the time. My doctor suggested I got on birth control to help with relieving some of the discomfort. Fast forward to my early 30s, married and ready to start having children. I got off birth control and my very painful periods came back. Despite the painful menstrual cycles my husband and I were trying to conceive and were unsuccessful for 5 years. I went through infertility treatments with no luck. After an emotional roller coaster of infertility, I told myself that I needed to try something different. I had always heard of acupuncture but was not aware that it may help with women's health and infertility. I googled "Acupuncture Near Me" and found Amanda Moler at Monarch Acupuncture & Wellness. What a gem I found! At our first appointment Amanda was so compassionate and kind. She heard my story and developed a treatment plan specifically for me. Our goal was to first help with my menstrual cycle and then move on to fertility. In about 3 months my menstrual cycles were so much better and I got pregnant! I could not believe it. I was so overjoyed and I'm a firm believer that acupuncture, lifestyle changes and having a positive outlook heals the body. Amanda is truly a beautiful soul and one of a kind! She is a healer. I have recommended several friends and family to her over the last couple of years and all of them adore her and have had amazing experiences. If you are looking to try something new for pain management, grief, women's health or infertility, I highly recommend Amanda Moler at Monarch Acupuncture & Wellness. She is truly amazing and I'm so grateful that I found her.

Varuna's prenatal yoga sessions helped me a lot during my third trimester. She worked as a team…read morewith me and the growing little one in being physically and mentally active throughout the sessions and how I need to keep myself focused on the challenges with changes in my body and mind week by week . Highly recommend her. She is a very positive woman helping other women bring little ones into this world.

From the owner: Yoga with V specializes in personalized Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga sessions, offering gentle…read moreguidance and support for expecting and new mothers alike. The traditional Hatha Yoga classes open for all focus on alignment and breath, fostering balance and strength in a nurturing environment. Experience the tranquility of Meditation sessions, open for all, designed to cultivate mindfulness and inner peace. Elevate your practice with our Breathwork workshops, harnessing the power of pranayama for holistic well-being."