tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28613623.post2783356746711755248..comments2023-06-11T08:20:18.886-05:00Comments on Entrusted: Doctor, Doctor! Doctor, Doctor?andrea_jenninehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11450998281852176512noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28613623.post-66027140792258644562007-10-12T11:36:00.000-05:002007-10-12T11:36:00.000-05:00I would typically go with the best stats, but I wo...I would typically go with the best stats, but I would try to find out more about the clinic (ivfc - chicago maybe?)- the best clinic in MA cherrypicks - which is why their stats are the best. <BR/><BR/>Oh and I hope you like your ob, mine knows nothing about reproductive endo - she gave me referrals to a couple of clinics, but has/had no hard knowledge.<BR/><BR/>Also - if you have a certain dx - high fsh, etc., find out which (if) doctor/clinic specializes in that specific diagnosis. That might help you make a decision as they'll have more insight into protocols that might better fit your profile.<BR/><BR/>I always think switching clinics is good - there's nothing like a fresh set of eyes (I've switched twice). A friend switched to my clinic and had her diabetes diagnosed within minutes of sitting across from her new RE.<BR/><BR/>Oh and finally - if you're going to do acupuncture (I'm high fsh and wouldn't do ivf without it, I probably wouldn't respond at all)make sure that your practioner specializes in IF - it really makes a difference (you could probably get a suggestion for an accu on ivfc too).<BR/><BR/>Let me know if I can help with anything. Good luck!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28613623.post-74282400132303925232007-10-11T12:19:00.000-05:002007-10-11T12:19:00.000-05:00How long has "oh baby" been in business? It doesn'...How long has "oh baby" been in business? It doesn't seem like they've done many cycles there, compared to Dr. Peppy. Perhaps their success rate could be scewed a bit due to the low # of cycles?<BR/><BR/>Definitely do a bio search through google on all the drs. at the new clinics to see what comes up. <BR/><BR/>That said, it is sometimes nice to get a fresh approach, and to feel confident that your wishes/ethical concerns will be respected.GLouisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15146524259296901512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28613623.post-63976419207674653532007-10-11T09:54:00.000-05:002007-10-11T09:54:00.000-05:00I personally like the stats about Oh Baby, so I'll...I personally like the stats about Oh Baby, so I'll be voting for them in the poll. But I do agree with Tina's comment about doing further research into the doctors at the 2 new clinics.<BR/><BR/>Whatever you decide, I'd recommend 2 things:<BR/> 1) Get the full panel of testing done again. 2 years is a long time, and things can change.<BR/> 2) If you're considering some alternative medicine thrown into the mix, then do some research on your ideas and make your own decision, rather than relying on your new doc's take on it. I know especially for chiropractic, there is still a huge gap between what "conventional medicine" feels and what chiropractors say.<BR/><BR/>Good luck in your decision, and with your future treatment!IdleMindOfBethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03981681283810950397noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28613623.post-32104889053071587692007-10-10T21:55:00.000-05:002007-10-10T21:55:00.000-05:00Hi, thank you so much for welcoming me to the worl...Hi, thank you so much for welcoming me to the world of blogging. I have been really encouraged by reading your posts! I am so thankful I have found some people who can relate to what I am going through. Thanks again!-ehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10339433268799951610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28613623.post-47371205392601477382007-10-10T17:54:00.000-05:002007-10-10T17:54:00.000-05:00I had a 6 hour round trip drive to my clinic and h...I had a 6 hour round trip drive to my clinic and had excellent treatment. I voted for Oh Baby because I suspect you'll have much better care there - as well as better chances!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28613623.post-65778729990950454022007-10-10T16:38:00.000-05:002007-10-10T16:38:00.000-05:00Well... I always loved that my clinic was close en...Well... I always loved that my clinic was close enough to walk to, because that made showing up for monitoring just a little more palatable. But I like the way the staff at Oh Baby answered your ethical concerns. And their success rate looks good, too.decemberbabyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04088233282015307702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28613623.post-40442216790272628192007-10-10T15:06:00.000-05:002007-10-10T15:06:00.000-05:00Hummm... I think the idea of switching to a new cl...Hummm... I think the idea of switching to a new clinic could be a good decision - fresh/newer perspective on your issues could bring about better protocols.<BR/><BR/>However, it does seem like the two clinics you are looking at are rather newer (number of total cycles are MUCH lower than the original clinic). So, I would suggest researching the two newer clinics first (doctor backgounds to see what clinics they came from and their success rates, patient satisfaction, etc). You don't want to switch, only to find the statistics end up skewed because of the lower number of cycles right now.<BR/><BR/>You obviously are doing your homework - and, I think you will come to the best decision you can.Tina / Anxious Changerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05455878557333244801noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28613623.post-72691646153797879282007-10-10T14:29:00.000-05:002007-10-10T14:29:00.000-05:00Going to vote over on the side bar but wanted to a...Going to vote over on the side bar but wanted to add a "why": I think you should go with the third option because (1) they have the best live birth rate, (2) they are taking your ethical concerns seriously and (3) fresh eyes can sometimes mean solutions. So...Lollipop Goldsteinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01020874415819057995noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28613623.post-53260044114483924822007-10-10T12:55:00.000-05:002007-10-10T12:55:00.000-05:00Yay! An interactive vote!I'm really digging this ...Yay! An interactive vote!<BR/><BR/>I'm really digging this third column.<BR/><BR/>I don't have personal experience, but I'm glad to see you guys are looking into some alternative treatments to go along with the "traditional" ones. I really feel like there could be something there. I also think a fresh set of eyes could be beneficial. I am also praying for wisdom and discernment for you guys in this decision.Amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02677742255848919123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28613623.post-81418722938216658792007-10-10T10:43:00.000-05:002007-10-10T10:43:00.000-05:00Best of luck making a decision--I am pondering som...Best of luck making a decision--I am pondering some of the same things, so I will be interested to see what you decide!JJhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18027548058304720360noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28613623.post-30890128433808340882007-10-10T08:31:00.000-05:002007-10-10T08:31:00.000-05:00Obviously this is you & your husband's decision, b...Obviously this is you & your husband's decision, but I actually think switching is a REALLY good idea. From my experience and talking to other women, sometimes it REALLY helps to get a fresh set of ideas/doctors to look at your case. Esepcially since you spotted on the 1st cycle while on progesterone, I think that merits some looking into. Oh Baby just looks like a good clinic.<BR/><BR/>I've seen women do 2 IVFs at military clinics and not get pregnant and get a speech about needing "donor eggs." They then went civilian and got pregnant (this has happened to more than 1 on my message board). The military docs are great and have greta success rates, but they have a one-track way of approaching IVF meds/treatments/etc. <BR/><BR/>I think this is exciting and I pray for wisdom! And yes, you should get re-tested. The miltiary has ALL your & husband's tests expire in 6 to 12 months.In Search of Morning Sicknesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16601375096192617977noreply@blogger.com