From the very first day I met Dr. Fady Sharara, I felt warmly welcomed. He greeted me with a big smile, made me feel comfortable, and most importantly, made me feel heard. Fertility is not an easy topic to talk about, and going through fertility treatment can be emotionally challenging. From the beginning, he made me feel that I was in safe hands. I will never forget when he told me, "I'll do everything I can to help you become parents." Those words meant so much to me and gave me so much hope and happiness. Dr. Sharara is truly a master in his field, and I feel incredibly lucky that he was my first fertility doctor. I have heard from other people who started their fertility journey with different doctors and eventually changed doctors because they didn't feel comfortable with the way they were treated or didn't feel sufficiently supported. I am very grateful that I never had that experience. From the beginning, I felt respected, listened to, and cared for. Of course, medical knowledge and treatment are extremely important, but I personally believe that the human side matters just as much during a fertility journey. When you feel safe, supported, and confident in your doctor and your team, it can make such a difference emotionally. Constant worry and overthinking can make an already difficult journey even harder. Having a doctor who gives you hope and makes you feel that you are in good hands is priceless. Throughout my IVF journey, Dr. Sharara was always professional and supportive. He gave me recommendations about lifestyle, supplements, and different ways to improve my chances. We went through our first IVF cycle, and because I had diminished ovarian reserve, my body did not produce many eggs. In the end, we were able to have one frozen embryo. We later talked about a second cycle, and Dr. Sharara adjusted my medications and treatment approach to give me better chances. But then something truly amazing happened--I became pregnant naturally! When I shared the news with Dr. Sharara, I could see how genuinely happy he was for me. His nurses and staff were also incredibly happy and supportive. They made me feel like I was not just another patient, but part of a family. What I remember most about my experience is not only the medications, supplements, or medical treatment. It is the kindness, reassurance, and emotional support I received from Dr. Sharara and his entire team. During fertility treatment, those things matter tremendously. I will always be grateful for the way Dr. Sharara treated me and for the hope and confidence he gave me throughout my journey. I feel very lucky that he was the doctor who guided me through the beginning of this journey. I highly recommend meeting Dr. Sharara if you are going through fertility treatment. His medical expertise is exceptional, but what makes the experience truly special is the way he treats his patients--with kindness, compassion, and genuine care. read more

We went to Dr. Sharara after having multiple failures with a different clinic. Not only did he treat us with absolute care and compassion, but he was extremely thorough in exploring the causes of our infertility and treating the underlying conditions that could be impacting us. I am so grateful to Dr. Sharara. He was very honest and straightforward with us, and I really appreciated that. Our other clinic told us we had unexplained infertility, but Dr. Sharara actually did the investigative work to see what was going on. Through changes in lifestyle and medication, we were able to get five embryos! I cannot tell you how happy I am to have a chance at another pregnancy due to Dr. Sharara's diligence and care. read more

I cannot say enough amazing things about my experience with VCRM. From the very beginning, I felt supported, cared for, and truly seen during such an emotional journey. After dealing with infertility for over 7 years, I truly never thought I would be able to conceive. Dr. Fady Sharara changed my life for the better--he gave me hope when I felt like there was none, and I will forever be grateful for that. His expertise, compassion, and dedication made all the difference for me. I'm so thankful for the protocol he created that worked for my situation, and I genuinely hope he can continue to help others who are just like me find their own success and happiness. A huge thank you to his wonderful nurses, Jill and Jessica, who were always there with kindness, patience, and reassurance whenever I needed it most. They made such a difference in my experience. I also want to recognize Maggie and Trisha at the front desk. No matter what kind of day I was having, they always greeted me with warmth and a smile, making me feel welcome and cared for. This journey isn't always easy, but having a team like this behind you makes all the difference. I'm beyond grateful for everyone at VCRM for their support and dedication, and I'm so excited for this new chapter ahead. read more

From my very first appointment, the entire team made me feel supported, cared for, and genuinely valued. Everyone was kind, compassionate, and professional, and they always took the time to answer my questions and ease any concerns I had. They made what can be a very emotional journey feel much less overwhelming. Dr. Sharara is an exceptional physician. He is incredibly knowledgeable, compassionate, and took the time to explain every step of the process, making me feel confident in my treatment plan. His expertise, along with the outstanding nurses and staff, gave me complete trust that I was receiving the best possible care. The communication throughout the process was excellent, and I always felt informed, encouraged, and supported. I cannot recommend this clinic enough. Every member of the team truly cares about their patients and wants the best possible outcome. I am incredibly grateful for the exceptional care, encouragement, and kindness I received throughout my journey, and I will always be thankful for the positive experience they gave me during such an important time in my life. read more

My gynecologist recommended that I work with a reproductive endocrinologist, and after doing some research, my husband and I chose VCRM and Dr. Fady Sharara. After the consultation with him and interacting with the staff, my husband and I trusted him to help us on our fertility journey. Dr. Sharara is very knowledgeable and an expert in the field, which made me feel comfortable and confident in putting our trust in him. I appreciated that he did a very thorough and comprehensive diagnostic work up to figure out the best treatment plan. As someone who is also in the healthcare field, I very much appreciate having more data. The nurses (Ava and Jessica), billing coordinator (Trish), and other staff (Maggie) were also wonderful. Compared to the brief experience that I had with a large fertility clinic, VCRM felt like a white glove service. I graduated this week from the clinic at eight and a half weeks pregnant and am incredibly grateful to Dr. Sharara and the entire VCRM team for their guidance, care, and support. I know that I'm very lucky to have only had to do one round of IVF and for the first transfer to be successful. Dr. Sharara gave me agency to decide when to start IVF (I personally didn't want to spend much time doing IUI) and was supportive of all my decisions as long as they were medically sound. I highly recommend Dr. Sharara and the entire VCRM staff! read more

I was diagnosed with infertility and chose the Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine for my care, and I am so grateful that I choose to go to Dr. Fady Sharara, He was really caring, friendly and he took the time at first run all the necessary tests and he thoroughly understood my situation before starting any treatment. I truly appreciated that he focused on consultations and personalized care instead of rushing straight into treatment. Dr. Sharara is extremely knowledgeable, patient, and friendly, which made me feel comfortable and confident throughout the process. The nurses and staff were equally wonderful--kind, supportive, and always willing to answer questions and reassure me during stressful moments. I never felt alone during this journey. Today, I am graduating from the clinic at eight and a half weeks pregnant, and I am incredibly thankful to Dr. Sharara and the entire VCRM team for their guidance, care, and constant support. I highly recommend this center to anyone going through infertility--they genuinely care about their patients. read more

Highly recommend Dr. Sharara and his team at VCRM. We transferred from another clinic after our initial consultation as we knew it was the right move. Dr. Sharara means business while still maintaining a good bedside manner. The nurses and front desk team are exceptional as well. read more

Dr. Sharara has been hands down the best fertility provider I have seen!!! I started at a big box fertility clinic chain and wish I would have made the transfer sooner. From the first consultation with Dr. Sharara, I could tell he was patient centered and tailored his treatment plans. He recommended a diet change and supplement regimen. This was something never discussed prior. Dr. Sharara has a small team which I very much appreciated. Everyone knew you and made you feel like a person and not just a number in their clinic. Dr. Sharara's nurse Jill was very helpful during my time there and never made me feel bad for asking questions. I appreciated that so much! My journey has led me to conceiving naturally! I strongly believe that my faith and lifestyle changes directed by Dr. Sharara has led me to this path. We are now discharged from Dr. Sharara and heading to regular OB. I am now 10 weeks and feel so grateful this little rainbow baby seems to be our little miracle in the making. I cannot express enough how much I appreciate and recommend Dr. Sharara and his Team!!! read more

Words cannot fully express the gratitude and admiration we have for VCRM and their extraordinary team. From the moment we walked through their doors, we were embraced with compassion, professionalism, and a level of care that went far beyond our expectations. The staff is not only highly skilled and knowledgeable, but also genuinely kind, patient, and deeply invested in each patient's journey. From our first consultation to the final stages of our IVF process, we felt supported, informed, and empowered every step of the way. Dr. Fady is a true expert in the field--meticulous, thoughtful, and always ready to answer questions with honesty and empathy. The nurses, embryologists, and coordinators treated us with dignity and respect, making what could have been an overwhelming experience feel manageable, and even uplifting. I couldn't have asked for a better team for this emotional journey and they're honestly the best at what they do! read more

I'm a first time surrogate and I got pregnant on the very first try! I'm beyond grateful for the incredible team at VCRM. Their expertise, compassion, and support made this journey truly unforgettable. Gave birth to a beautiful and healthy baby boy. Looking forward to working with Dr. Sharara and his team in the future to make more family dreams come true. read more

Dr. Sharara and his staff at VCRM were truly the breath of fresh air my husband and I needed in our 5-year plus fertility journey. It is hard to put into words what they mean to us and of course, what they have now given us. My only regret is not seeing him sooner! Currently we are 20 weeks pregnant with our first, after 5 years of failed implantation issues and 7 failed transfers. He came to me as a referral from a trusted friend after I struggled for more that 5 years with conceiving through IVF. I started at other larger fertility facilities where I realized quickly, I was just a number. The level of personal care was just not there. Dr. Sharara's office is the opposite from that experience. He is very meticulous, specific, and intentional with everything he does. He devised a specialized thought-out plan for us that included new testing for endo and some re-testing, which was missed previously. He wanted to get to the root of the problem, and he did exactly that with his methodology before encouraging me to try another transfer. Dr. S truly cares about each patient and their journey. I am forever grateful for his expertise and his staff's kind support during our process with him. He told us from the start that he would not do another transfer until he was positive, we were ready and prepped. He did just that, and we were pregnant on our first transfer with him. Jill was an amazing nurse to work with and his front desk could not have been more accommodating. I got to see the same staff and doctor EVERY TIME. I highly recommend anyone on the fertility journey to see Dr. S and his staff first! It can save you emotional and financial stress from the beginning. read more

Dr. Fady I. Sahara and the entire VCRM team are exceptional. Every day, I feel blessed to have encountered such an amazing team. Dr. Fady is meticulous in his work and ensures he has done everything possible to get your treatment right, providing you with the confidence to hope for the best outcome. I have been his patient for over three years. My family and I have been blessed with an adorable 2-year-old daughter during this time. By the grace of God, we are expecting our second baby this summer, which will make us a family of four. I see Dr. Fady as my doctor and part of a family that genuinely cares about my well-being. I am grateful to every member of the VCRM team: Dr. Fady Sharara, Nurse Joanne, Nurse Julie, Nurse Jessica, Tricia, and all the other staff. I may have missed a few names, but that does not diminish my sincere appreciation for the care and thoughtfulness they have shown me throughout my treatment. Please visit VCRM if you are searching for a holistic treatment with great outcomes. Thank you all, and see you soon to take a foto :') read more

I'll never forget the first time my husband and I met with Dr. Sharara. Upon our arrival, he already knew everything there was to know about my journey. He truly did his homework! My previous clinic had sent over my medical records and he found so many "errors" before examining me. I'll never forget him asking if I was aware that I had a uterine septum. My previous clinic noted in my chart that I had one, but failed to mention that to me. Dr. Sharara immediately noticed it when looking at my ultrasounds. I knew then, I was in the right place. It was Dr. Sharara that made me realize that I needed to "do better by myself". Meaning, I needed to treat my body and health much better than what I was. I struggled with weight when my husband and I first started this infertility journey. I took all of my stress of trying to get pregnant, to eating unhealthy foods. By following his diet plan, I was able to lose 75 pounds over the course of one year. Weight was not my only issue, but it was certainly an important one. If it wasn't for Dr. Sharara, I would still to this day, not be taking care of myself. My previous clinic never mentioned my diet or health. I was deemed completely healthy and normal. Because I was young and naive, I trusted what these doctors said and that was a mistake on my part. Luckily, we found VCRM! Dr. Sharara set me straight and told me up front on day one consultation, that I had to do better if I wanted this to work! I may have left in tears that day, but it was exactly what I needed to hear and he sure was right! When I meet people who are also undergoing fertility treatment, I always ask what tests they ran or what type of blood work they had done. Through my experience at other clinics, they did very minimal testing and were eager to start IVF right away. Dr. Sharara is the opposite! If he can prevent you from doing IVf, he will. He is not in this to make money like other "infertility factories". His main goal is to figure out why you can't get pregnant and fix that problem so you can have a family. If then you are unable to conceive, he will recommend fertility treatments tailored to your needs. He understands that it's not a set protocol for everyone. He creates a plan based solely on your needs and issues. If he can get you pregnant with out fertility treatments like IVF, he will exhaust all those options first. He gets down to the root cause of your issues, unlike other clinics who just want to make a dollar. After just a couple appointments with VCRM, I was diagnosed with PCOS, endometriosis, uterine septum, and a blood clotting disorder. My previous clinics failed to test for these things and we waisted a lot of money there. By improving my health and correcting my issues, my husband and I were able to get pregnant on our own. Unfortunately, we did lose the baby very early on. The silver lining during this tragic time was that we were originally told we would never be able to conceive on our own. Just by changing my lifestyle and diet, that was deemed false. My husband and I did continue on to IVF, due to some male factor issues. But under Dr. Sharara's guidance, my husbands sperm count did increase. As of September 21st, 2024, I am a mom to a set of beautiful boy/girl twins all thanks to Dr. Sharara. He made it possible for us to finally have our own family and we are forever grateful for his work and team of nurses! Be prepared to get healthy and don't take it personally. Dr. Sharara wants you to be the "best possible version of yourself" so diet and exercise are very important to him. Dr. Sharara never made me feel like I was just a number. He truly treats his patients as if they are his own family. I was always greeted with a smile and left with a hug. His clinic and staff are just as welcoming and compassionate as he is. He is a very personable and knowledgeable doctor on male and female infertility. I never once felt like I was rushed in and out, unlike other clinics that I have been with in the past. Everyone at VCRM is approachable and communicative. It was very important for my husband and I to feel comfortable asking questions and discussing our concerns. As previous clinics we attended lacked in this department. Dr. Sharara listens and explains things clearly. This made a challenging process seem more manageable. He did an exceptional job providing information in a way that we understood. I cant recommend VCRM enough! This clinic is the best of the best! You won't leave disappointed or confused. The nursing staff and receptionist are also just as compassionate and caring as he is! read more

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My husband and I found Dr. Sharara after going through secondary infertility and experiencing two miscarriages. When we got to our first consultation, we were hopeful he could one day give us the gift of that second baby we were longing for, and we were instantly reassured about it. Dr. Sharara took the time to listen to and understand our fertility journey, and explained thoroughly what the next steps would look like for us. He was confident but also realistic about what the possible different scenarios could look like. He was extremely thorough, kind, and compassionate. After some tests and an unsuccessful IUI, we moved on to IVF. The process was stressful, but Dr. Sharara and his wonderful team of nurses and administrative staff made the whole thing so much better. They were always willing to lend a helping hand or a hug, and I was always greeted by name and with a smile when I walked into the clinic. Also, I never had to wait for more than 5 or 10 minutes to be seen, which says a lot about their commitment to patients. I never felt like a number at VRCM, and everybody was wonderfully supportive. I definitely shed a tear (or two) when I "graduated" from the clinic. I am now 36 weeks pregnant with my miracle baby and so glad I chose VRCM to help my little family grow. read more

Dr. Sharara and his staff made what could have been a very unpleasant process one of the most comfortable medical experiences I've had as a patient. I came to VCRM with severe endometriosis and trying to get pregnant, a combination that doesn't often go well together. I had a consultation with a different, quite popular fertility clinic before I saw Dr. Sharara, and they left out at least two of the diagnostic tests that Dr. Sharara ran which gave us immense insight into why I wasn't getting pregnant on my own. Dr. Sharara was incredibly knowledgable and tailored my treatment to exactly what I needed based on my personal medical history, age, and test results. He performed every test, ultrasound, and procedure himself, and I saw the same two nurses for every appointment. I would call fairly often with questions or concerns as I went through the process, and I always got responses the same day that were helpful, and was never made to feel foolish for asking. His staff was nothing short of amazing, providing gentle and respectful care and positive encouragement. I 'graduated' from IVF last week and am currently in my first trimester of pregnancy, feeling immensely grateful to only having to go through one round of IVF. I firmly believe that can be credited to Dr. Sharara's extensive knowledge and tailored care plan. I would enthusiastically recommend Dr. Sharara and VCRM to anyone looking for exceptional care in their fertility journey. read more

Dr. Fady and his team were exceptional, words cannot express how grateful my husband and I are to you all for the loving care you provided us during our journey with infertility and IVF. Everyone was so kind to me - Trish being very professional with appointments/insurance and all other paperwork, Jill was supportive when doing all my ultrasounds, and Jessica (who is my favorite) always answered all my questions and assisted me with all injection instructions. Dr Fady is very thorough at his work and he discovered the causes of my infertility and solved all the issues in order for us to be able to get pregnant, we are so blessed that we found his clinic. We are beyond thrilled and expecting our baby end of this year Thank you again for everything you did to help get us pregnant after trying for more than two years with other clinics. read more

Best doctor and team ever , we loved his confidence ( our first appointment he looked at my husband and told him you will be a dad soon ) , and here we are having two little twin girls , the nurses were so caring and loving especially Joe who shared the hardest moments with me hugging me , i can confidently say the dr.Shara is the best with no competition, a true reason for our life joy , we cannot thank you doctor enough read more

Sharara Fady, MD - My babies - Fertility Near Me - Reston, Virginia

My experience with Dr. Sharara has been nothing short of extraordinary. Dr. Sharara combines exceptional medical expertise with genuine compassion, making an often emotional journey feel manageable and hopeful. The personalized care I received was unparalleled. The one size fits most approach at my previous facility was not working. Dr. Sharara took the time to explain every step of the process in detail, answering all my questions with patience and clarity. He tailored treatment plans specifically to me, and it was evident everyone at VCRM was deeply invested in helping us achieve our dream of starting a family. What truly sets Dr. Sharara apart is his hands on approach. He does every ultrasound and every procedure himself. Truly unmatched dedication and care He does not pawn any of it off to a tech. The staff at the clinic are equally warm and professional, creating an environment that feels welcoming and reassuring. They are your biggest cheerleaders and are truly empathetic. Thanks to Dr. Sharara my family's dream has become a reality, and I cannot thank them enough for their expertise and dedication. If you're searching for a fertility specialist who will tailor an approach specific to only YOU and is knowledgeable, caring, and truly exceptional, look no further than Dr. Sharara. He and the team are a gift to anyone navigating this exhausting and emotional journey. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you endlessly. read more

Very much an unethical doctor. He pretended he "could not find" one of my ovaries on the ultrasound, even though it was showing up on the screen. He used this as an excuse as to why I required IVF. He performed a painful diagnostic procedure on my without providing me pain medication. He was a jacka$$ all-around--rough, condescending, dismissive. Within one day of my posting a negative review to another site, he had it removed. Don't use this doctor. He should have his medical license revoked. read more

To all the mothers out there like me who may have started off with a bit of skepticism after having a miscarriage due to uterine fibroids, let me say, Dr. Fady Ihsan Sharara is the best doctor to help make your dreams come through. I know this to be true because Dr. Sharara and his well-trained nursing staff (i.e., Jessica, Jo, and Jill) offered the support I needed to help me handle some of the challenges that's associated with IVF treatment. For instance, I have had a phobia of needles since I was a child, but once I alerted Dr. Sharara's medical team about my fear of needles, they implemented a hand-held personalized care treatment plan to help me effectively administer injectable medication. This is an important feature to mention since the IVF journey can be mentally taxing and stressful. Thus, for emotional endurability during this process, a supportive environment is crucial. Now that I am at the end of my journey, I feel it's a bittersweet moment. While I am no longer under the care of Dr. Sharara, I'm filled with a sense of pride and joy as I hold my gorgeous baby boy who was born a few weeks ago. Yet, I take pride in knowing Dr. Sharara did all my procedures including surgery, ultrasound, HSG, diagnostic hysteroscopy, and embryo transfer. Plus, he was punctual at each appointment, so I never had to wait an excessive amount of time to be seen. Because of my personal experience, I highly recommend that anyone working towards parenthood use Dr. Sharara and his fertility center. I believe none of this could have happened without the intervention of "the Great I Am" Yahweh and the gifted hands of Dr. Fady Sharara with his cutting-edge technology. read more

Dr. Sharara and his staff were incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to answer all my questions. Highly recommend. Very punctual with appointment time, I never waited longer than 5 min in the waiting room before being seen. Dr. Sharara is someone you can trust and is very reliable to get the job done providing his expertise in the fertility treatment. Him and his team will guide through the fertility journey process step by step. read more

Dr. Sharara and his staff are outstanding! Efficient, experienced, professional and results oriented. We appreciated his direct approach to our needs. He and his staff were very thorough on expectations, providing solid reasoning for all the tests and exams. This proved needed in our situation. We also loved Jill, Jessica, Jo, Trish, Mary and all the embryologists. Every single one of them treated my wife and I like family as opposed to just another patient. We would recommend them for any infertility needs. read more

Dr Fafi and his team are the best. We are very pleased with the treatment we received. Very professional and friendly environment Highly recommended!! read more

Thank you so much to Dr Sharara and his team at VCRM! Before selecting a fertility clinic, I did a lot of research and sought out Dr. Sharara based on his excellent reviews. I knew we made the right choice after our consultation. I was expecting a wait time of a few months for an initial appointment but much to my surprise, Dr Sharara was able to see me within a week or two of my initial call. Dr. Sharara greeted my husband and myself in the waiting room with a hug. He prescribes a very thorough diagnostic testing and thanks to his diagnostics we were able to pinpoint the cause of our infertility. In regards to his diagnostic process, most fertility clinics just use a standard semen analysis. Dr Sharara uses a new piece of technology called the CAPSCORE. With this information, we were able to make an informed decision about starting IVF since we understood the cause of our infertility. I truly believe because of this test and his expertise, Dr. Sharara saved us months of failed IUIs, heartbreak and stress. During his consultation he also discussed nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle changes. With his advice we were able to get as healthy as possible before undergoing IVF. I believe that his well-rounded and holistic approach contributed to our success. After a relatively straightforward egg retrieval, we ran into a few bumps on the road on the way to a transfer. Dr. Sharara had a solution for every problem and provided many suggestions to increase our chances of success (ERA and PRP). He was always there to encourage me when I felt overwhelmed and anxious. I always felt hopeful because I knew that I was in good hands. All of the staff are lovely, welcoming, and friendly and make you feel truly cared for. At my every appointment, Mary and Tricia were at the front desk to greet me by name. The nurses are wonderful. Jessica helped me learn how to do the injections and was always available to answer any question I had as well as providing emotional support. Thank you, Jessica! Thank you also to the amazing embryologists who took such great care of our embryos. There is a definite feeling that everyone is on your team and is rooting for you. I also appreciate the efficiency of the office. I never had to wait more than 3 minutes to be seen and never had a problem making an appointment. My first IVF cycle was a success and I'm currently 10 weeks pregnant. I'm truly sad to be graduating from his clinic to my OB. We will forever be grateful for Dr. Sharara and his team! read more

Dr Sharara and his team were amazing! Myself and my wife had been trying to have a child for 3+ years before deciding to look for some medical help. Dr. Sharara is very rigid with his approach and several times we were both concerned that his approach was a bit too overbearing but it turns out we were completely wrong. We were successful on the first attempt and are now expecting our child in February 23! Thank you Dr. Sharara and team so much for helping us through this incredibly stressful process! We'll make sure to stop by next year to show off all your great work! read more

After "getting" our son on our first implantation attempt, we were sad and disappointed when the next implantation didn't take. But we weren't discouraged, and we trusted the practice at UPMC Magee. We wanted another child badly enough to look past the impersonal, transactional interactions with the giant provider. But when the tally ran to two failed implantations and a miscarriage, we were left without any blinders or bias and started looking elsewhere. Research and "interviews" with a number of practices led us to Dr. Sharara and the VCRM team. From the first call, we could tell that they'd be who we'd trust our fertilization journey with from then on. The confidence and clarity that Dr. Sharara presented put our minds at ease (as much as possible), and the administrative and nursing support staff were personal, attentive, and understanding. We drove almost 4 hours each way to work with the VCRM team, to much success. Dr. Sharara proposed some new tests and analyses that we'd never been introduced to, in addition to the one or two that UPMC said might be helpful. Though going through the process was frustrating at times, it was not for lack of compassion, consideration, and rigor on the VCRM team's part. After all was said and done, we had a successful FTE transfer and are 10 weeks along now. We know we would not be at this point with our old provider, and we can't thank (and recommend) Dr. Sharara, Jo, and the entire VCRM staff enough. read more

After several months with a well-known, and well-advertised regional fertility clinic my husband and I found ourselves increasingly frustrated with their lack of transparency, and their inability to provide real answers. Like everyone struggling to conceive, we wanted a baby, but we also wanted to understand the why and how behind our infertility. That's when we went to see Dr. Sharara. It was by far the best decision we could have made. He provided comprehensive answers with respect to the causes of our infertility, in a no-nonsense and straightforward manner. In our first meeting he took the time to listen to our experiences, and understand why we were there. He reviewed our previous test results, and explained things our prior provider had never mentioned. He immediately put his finger on what he felt was the problem. He didn't promise us miracles, but he did promise us a clear path forward, and alternative paths if need be. His cautiously optimistic style left us feeling confident that we were not being sold a bill of goods, and irrespective of the outcome, we were receiving the best care available. We knew then that we had found our doctor. Dr. Sharara clearly cares about his patients, but his approach doesn't include a lot of coddling; it simply isn't his style. However, he has done well to employ a staff full of kind and empathetic women, who will hold your hand as frequently as you need it. Mary and Ashley, who manage reception, are an absolute joy. Jo, Jessica, and LJ, the nursing team, are all experienced and thoughtful. Jo, his head nurse, is particularly adept at making you feel like you are the only patient. She is exceptionally compassionate and served as a rock during an emotionally difficult time; a task she undoubtedly undertakes with other patients. Dr. Sharara and his team truly went above and beyond for us, and at 30 weeks pregnant with twins, we would recommend Dr. Sharara and the team at VCRM to anyone seeking answers to their infertility questions. read more

Dr. Fady Sharara and his team are excellent, and I highly recommend them. Me and my husband are so happy that we took the right decision to start our family with VCRM. From the initial phone call to the entire treatment procedure we felt that we were in right hands. He was very accommodating and cares his patients. Dr. Fady was very detail oriented and explained us clearly each step/procedure to have a complete knowledge on everything. The best part is that he makes sure to perform all the fertility related tests before hand to avoid surprises during the process which can further delay the treatment. I also want to thank the front desk (Mary & Trisha), Nurse (Jessica and Lily) and my special thanks to Jo who was available on-call whenever I needed her. Each one of them made us comfortable for every appointment. I was very emotional when I was graduated from VCRM to my OB-GYN. read more

Dr. Fady Sharara is wonderful and I highly recommend him! We had a great experience with him. We can personally attest to his expertise and to his compassionate and sensitive care. Dr. Sharara treated my wife's PCOS, which was causing her long irregular periods, successfully and control it with Metformin and Cabergoline. After taking strict instructions on diet for 1 month, my wife got pregnant naturally. He is proactive, thorough, and genuinely cares. After my wife got pregnant, he sent a letter to her OBGYN updating him about her pregnancy status, about the medications she was taking, and he asked him to take good care of her. His staff is very kind and friendly. They treated us like family. Mary was very helpful scheduling us and giving us the best times that worked with our schedules. She is also very welcoming and pleasant when we come in. Trisha, who oversees billing, explained to us clearly what our insurance plan covers and what it does not cover. She also helped us by providing us with a payment plant. Jo, his nurse was very compassionate and always called us to check on my wife and assisted her from her first day in this practice till the last day before she was transferred to her OBGYN. I maybe missing a couple of other staff members, but they were all great there! Thank you Dr. Fady Sharara and Staff for everything and God Bless You! read more

We had an incredible experience with Dr. Sharara and the entire VCRM team. We were blown away from the moment we walked in the door. The staff is warm and friendly and always knows your name. From our first meeting Dr. Sharara was determined to find us a solution to bring us our family. We had been at another clinic previously where two implantations failed and one ended in miscarriage. The entire experience had been very unpersonalized and cold. VCRM could not be any more different. Dr. Sharara is a problem solver and is devoted to his patients and finding a successful approach. Before undergoing anything, he first conducts thorough testing to determine what might be your fertility issue. His work is grounded in research and the latest studies. His approach may seem different if you've been anywhere else, but I cannot stress enough, TRUST him. Once he felt we were in a place where we were ready for Egg Retreival, I cannot praise enough how amazing him and his team were. They offered solutions I'd never been presented before when my lining was thin. Jessica in particular was incredibly thoughtful, making sure we understood how to do every injection, answering our questions no matter the hour. They also approach billing in such a thoughtful manner, because as you may know with IVF, it is not an easy topic. The day of my retreival the entire team made me feel taken care of and provided detailed guidance so I didn't get OHSS again. With our implantation, it was the same incredibly thoughtful treatment, and when we got a positive pregnancy test the entire team celebrated us like family. Everyone's outcomes are different based on your personal issues and experiences, but what I can gurantee you is that Dr. Sharara and the entire VCRM team will do everything they possibly can to help you acheive the goal of starting or growing your family. They are one of a kind amazing and we feel so blessed to have found them! read more

Fady is a monster - stay away! This guy couldn't be more awful. And when we visited other clinics and mentioned we saw him and were put off, every other doctor had something negative to say. In no other case did they say anything negative about another clinic - except his. He only cares about money. He sells you on totally unnecessary treatments like a CAP test that are totally unnecessary. He makes you buy his diet app, because apparently paying his thousands of dollars isn't enough to give it to you. He insists on lots of supplements that have no medical proof that they work - and he insists that you give them his code when you buy them, because he obviously gets a share. When it comes to treatment, he was a total monster. My wife went to him for a couple of appointments - the usual intro stuff. And at maybe #3 or 4 he asked if she had started taking DHEA. We started everything else, but weren't sure DHEA was right for her. And he accosted her, made her cry, said if she didn't listen to everything he said she'd just fail. He couldn't have been meaner. So, if that's what you're looking for in a doctor who is supposed to help you through an insanely difficult situation, he's your guy! read more

Because of Dr. Sharara and VCRM, I am now 15 weeks pregnant and doing great!! I have always suffered from irregular periods that were anywhere from 30 to 70+ days apart. After a year of trying on our own with no luck, we first sought medical help at a different larger fertility clinic. There, I felt frustrated by their wishy-washy and vague communication-style. I never felt like we got clear answers about our infertility. Needless to say, our treatment there was unsuccessful. Frustrated with their level of service, we decided to move on and consult with Dr. Sharara upon recommendation by a coworker. Our experience with Dr. Sharara was vastly different. He was extremely thorough, assertive, and had a clear plan in mind for us. After running several tests on my husband and I, he affirmatively diagnosed me with PCOS and educated me on what it means. We went into the consultation wanting to do IVF right away, but he was adamant about me taking a break for 2-3 months to prep my body. His first goal was to get me to ovulate naturally without relying on medications like Letrozole/Clomid. He asked me to try a "fertility diet" (low carb, no sugar), take several supplements, and just try to conceive naturally during this time. We were shocked and a little doubtful at first, but we appreciated his more prospective approach, so we decided to trust the process and go with it. Well, just after 1.5 months of the diet and supplements, we conceived naturally!! Of course, what worked for me might not work for everyone, but what I felt I got from him was a plan that was tailored for my condition and age...and not some standard cookie-cutter protocol. My husband and I are tremendously grateful for Dr. Sharara. While under his care, we found him and his nurses to be extremely personable, compassionate, professional, responsive, and VERY timely (never waited more than 5 mins). And while we (thankfully) didn't need "medical treatment" from him per se (i.e. IUI or IVF) , he empowered me with so much knowledge and the things I can do for myself, and it's because of THAT, I feel less helpless about my condition, I understand my infertility better, and can now happily say I am pregnant. Thank you Dr. Sharara and the VCRM team! read more

VCRM was a wonderful experience. The nurses (thank you, Jo!) and staff were very attentive and treated me very well during my IVF process. One thing that I appreciated about the private office is that I was always assisted by the same staff. I was not rotated by different nurses/doctors on every visit. ( This is one of the main complaints that I read on many online threads about nearby fertility clinics) Dr. Shahara is as professional as they come. I was very fortunate that my IVF journey was successful on the first attempt. I believe a big part of that was Dr.Shaharas method that he required me to follow. I thought at first that his methods were a bit extreme but at the end I noticed he just wants the procedure to be successful on the 1st attempt. I absolutely recommend Dr. Shahara to anybody looking for a fertility specialist. read more

Dr. Sharara is a baby making genius. You will not be disappointed with the service you receive at this private establishment. Honest, fair, competitively priced. The staff is phenomenal, sensitive and warm. read more

Pregnant at last! Dr. Sharara is a true miracle worker. I'm 38 years old and have struggled with diminished ovarian reserve for years, since my early 30's. After a negative experience with a top fertility clinic in Washington, D.C., I knew I had to look elsewhere for my fertility needs. I was referred to Dr. Sharara via multiple close friends who had successful pregnancies with him, and the moment I walked into his clinic (and didn't wait for more than 5 minutes in the waiting room) I knew this experience was going to be different. His front desk staff is sweet and warm, the nurses (special shout-out to Jessica and Jill!) are beyond caring and attentive, and then there's the genius himself. Dr. Sharara is kind, with incredible bedside manner, and takes a holistic approach to meeting your fertility needs. He was the first doctor I met with that discovered I had low thyroid levels that were impacting my fertility. He immediately put me on thyroid meds alongside a long list of vitamins. When I initially came to him, I knew I had fibroids on my uterus and it had been recommended to me to remove them. Because the fibroids were located on the outside of my uterus and not within the uterine lining, we were able to do two rounds of egg retrieval before the fibroid removal surgery. Those two initial rounds of egg retrieval resulted in an average of 2-3 mature eggs, many of which would fertilize, but none of which would become embryos. It had me feeling sad, low and defeated, but Dr. Sharara assured me he would not give up on my dreams until he felt like we had tried everything. He recommended we remove the fibroids next and referred me to the absolute best gynecological surgeon in the region, Dr. Jim Robinson at Medstar. My surgery was a success (I was fibroid free!) and three months after my myomectomy, with my new fibroid-free uterus in tow, Dr. Sharara was back to the drawing board, but this time, with a new plan. Since our first two rounds of egg retrieval did not result in any embryos, Dr. Sharara thought we should try something different. He decided to switch up our regimen with a new procedure - a day 3 transfer! "Maybe your eggs prefer to fertilize and become embryos inside of mom, instead of inside the lab?", he said. Imagine how pleased I was to have a doctor who was willing to try something new, trial and error? He's going to make sure he's done EVERYTHING in his power to get you pregnant. Plenty of doctors would have stuck to the same method. Retrieve eggs, wait for embryos, test embryos, freeze embryos, eventually transfer. This time we were going to go straight from egg retrieval to implantation/transfer on day 3 of fertilization. We fertilized 3 total eggs and directly transferred them on day 3 of fertilization. On the day of my retrieval, he said to stay positive, but he kept my expectations tempered. He's a realist and doesn't blow smoke! After two years of trying to get pregnant, one of those years with Dr. Sharara, I got a phone call from him two weeks after our transfer on the day of my pregnancy test ... and we both screamed with joy at the news of my positive pregnancy. He did it!!! We did it!! I get emotional writing this review, thinking of the day he called me to tell me something I thought was impossible. Fast forward 4 months, and I'm 5 months pregnant today. Genetic tests came back normal, and me and my husband are having our first born baby girl in December. I don't just recommend Dr. Sharara, I love Dr. Sharara! - DH read more

We have had 2 successful pregnancies with Dr Sharara, he and his staff are fabulous! He is no nonsense with everything, we never felt pressured to proceed on anything until we were comfortable and he is always professional. We highly recommend him to everyone we know going through fertility struggles. We went with one of the other large groups first and it was a disaster, our experience was horrible and was ready to give up...until we met Dr Sharara! read more

Dr. Fady and entire crew tremendously Caring and loving... Best Care ever. Thank You Insel-Shellie & Yasin read more

VCRM was the first place we went to during my IVF search and from the first meeting, my husband and I absolutely loved him. He was very knowledgeable and made us feel comfortable during this difficult time in our lives. We were admitted in May 2021 and was pregnant by September 2021. We are now expecting our first little one thanks to Dr. Sharara and his team. Nurse Joanne is our favorite she calls to check up on you and is so friendly. Only thing I will recommend as far as Financial is that costs varies according to your specific needs, so be prepared. My husband and I needed more money but we went through Future Family and they were helpful. read more

Infertility is something no one chooses to go through, but VCRM made the experience as pleasant as it could be. By the time I reached Dr. Sharara at VCRM, we had been to three different doctors and were really at our wits end. We had wasted a lot of money, time, emotional strength, etc. etc. From the moment my husband and I walked into this practice we knew that this was the right fit for us. My husband especially liked Dr. Sharara which I think is incredibly important. I had become jaded by the process, so I relied a lot on my husband's impressions and was happy that he trusted the doctor and the process at VCRM. In our opinion, he was the first doctor to take our concerns seriously and address them head-on. Dr. Sharara is confident and positive, but also manages expectations by being straight forward and realistic--which we needed at this point. He immediately put a plan in place ordering many diagnostic tests to be done- all of which were covered by my insurance (which covers diagnostic testing). The other thing I found with VCRM is they make an effort to get as much covered by insurance as possible, which didn't happen at the previous three doctors. They have a designated staff person (Tricia!) to work with the insurance companies and advocate for you, which was great! All treatment plans used time wisely based on my cycle so that we could work as quickly as possible towards our dream of becoming a parent. He didn't waste any time and for that we were grateful! Throughout the process and the many appointments, I saw Dr. Sharara every single time which is something I don't think you experience at every practice. Also, the nurses were fabulous! The infertility medicine schedule can be very daunting and my nurse (Jo!) was always available via text for help. Really, the nurses became like family. They were all so encouraging, understanding, and were so joyous when we became pregnant. We had been trying to conceive since January 2016, and had our first consult at VCRM in late November 2017. I became pregnant in June 2018, and delivered a healthy baby boy in March 2019. If I had to do it over again, I wish I had just went straight to VCRM from the beginning because: -I feel Dr. Sharara is knowledgeable, thorough and aggressive (meaning not wanting to waste any more time) -VERY PUNCTUAL. I never waited to be seen. -Their prices are reasonable/comparable to other clinics -Dr. Sharara sees you for all appointments (not a nurse or another doctor) -They make an honest effort to bill as much to insurance as possible -The nurse is available via text at any time for after hour questions We will be going back to Dr. Sharara to hopefully complete our family should we continue to struggle with infertility in the future. We're so grateful to Dr. Sharara and the VCRM practice! -Jen and David read more

My husband and I can never thank Dr. Sharara enough. After two years at a larger clinic in the area, our insurance changed and I was able to switch to VCRM. From our initial consultation through to my last appointment I had only the best, most supportive experience at every visit. We spent over three and a half years trying to have our first child and I suffered miscarriages along the way. We were very close to giving up hope after a failed IVF cycle at the other clinic, but I'm so glad we kept going and pushed on to see Dr. S. Yep, the diet is a bummer, and the supplements make you feel like you're swallowing dozens of horse pills and the tests seem to never end. But all of that made the biggest difference -- including finding two major issues impeding my fertility that had not been picked up in two years by my previous doctor. Everything he tells you to do is 100% worth it. My husband and I felt going into our treatment at VCRM that we were truly receiving the best care and no matter what happened, we'd done the right thing switching clinics. Just before I turned 37, we were able to conquer our infertility woes with one round of IVF with Dr. Sharara. I am currently 23 weeks pregnant with twins, and I thank the universe every day for sending us his way. After having experienced IVF elsewhere, I can say that jumping in to IVF at VCRM was a wonderful experience and I did not feel like a science experiment as I did at the other clinic. His staff was amazing, his embryologist was a rock star, and my dear nurse Jo literally held my hand through every step. We felt supported and cared for along the way, which I think went a long way towards helping us achieve our dreams. I miss everyone at the clinic very much and can't believe our time there was so short but Dr. S hit it out of the park on the first try and here we are: about to be a family at long last. Give him a chance and listen to what you don't want to hear, because it can and will make all the difference for your future. read more