Anyone in Houston?

[starryfish]

I think there are some others on here. I was just wondering what clinics you use. I am going to my RE in 3 weeks to talk options and path forward. I am going to CORE. 

Do most people get second opinions to check pricing or what lab they like better?

[ilovecandy]

I almost said me. But sadly not in houston my brothers and my parents are there though! And we will likely end up there after h gets out of the military. No one has been to a re though. #nothelpful

[thoseareradishes]

Not in Houston, but can write a little about what we did. We went to the RE recommended by my gynecologist, and did 6 IUIs and 1 IVF there. When it became apparent that I had an egg quality issue, we got two second opinions, and decided to switch to a clinic with a great lab and an RE who worked a lot with DOR patients.

That being said, I don't think you have to get a second opinion if you are comfortable with your RE. As for price, are you out of pocket? Clinics will range, possibly substantially, in price, so if it is a concern, you may want to do some research and see if you can price out some places. You can also check SART data or CDC data to get an idea of a clinic's success rate.

[starryfish]

Sept 21, 2015 17:39:34 GMT -5 thoseareradishes said:

Not in Houston, but can write a little about what we did. We went to the RE recommended by my gynecologist, and did 6 IUIs and 1 IVF there. When it became apparent that I had an egg quality issue, we got two second opinions, and decided to switch to a clinic with a great lab and an RE who worked a lot with DOR patients.

That being said, I don't think you have to get a second opinion if you are comfortable with your RE. As for price, are you out of pocket? Clinics will range, possibly substantially, in price, so if it is a concern, you may want to do some research and see if you can price out some places. You can also check SART data or CDC data to get an idea of a clinic's success rate.

For my age range and fresh cycles my clinic has the highest success rate.

Thanks for the info!

I am OOP

[starryfish]

I was quoted $11k plus meds for IVF with ICSI.

I think it's "free" frozen transfers (besides meds) if the fresh doesn't work. And second fresh cycle they don't charge doctor fees

[EllenGriswold]

Not in Houston but I did get a second opinion to see what doctor I felt like I "meshed" with better and what protocol they would recommend. In your case since you are unsure about IUI v. IVF, etc., it may be worth it to get a couple opinions on your options. Good luck!

[pooh8402]

MrsAggie and I used North Houston Center for Reproductive Medicine in The Woodlands. it's small, only one doctor, but I loved that since I didn't feel like just another patient. I loved the clinic.

[starryfish]

Sept 22, 2015 9:53:21 GMT -5 pooh8402 said:

MrsAggie and I used North Houston Center for Reproductive Medicine in The Woodlands. it's small, only one doctor, but I loved that since I didn't feel like just another patient. I loved the clinic.

Thanks, I'm in the clear lake area