About Brown Fertility

Brown Fertility is a comprehensive fertility and reproductive endocrinology clinic headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, serving patients throughout Florida and Southeast Georgia, with locations in Jacksonville, Orlando, Tampa, Daytona, Gainesville, Melbourne, Ocala, Tallahassee, Albany, Brunswick, Valdosta, and Thomasville. Specializing in IVF, IUI, egg donation, gestational surrogacy, fertility preservation, and advanced infertility surgeries, the center offers a full spectrum of treatments including frozen embryo transfer, endometrial receptivity testing, PRP therapy, and mind‑body support. Recognized among America’s Best Fertility Clinics in 2025, Brown Fertility boasts over 30,000 IVF cycles, more than 20,000 miracle babies born, and a reputation for some of the highest success rates nationwide, with 93 % of local physicians recommending the practice. The multidisciplinary team—led by Medical Director Dr. Samuel E. Brown and supported by seasoned reproductive endocrinologists, board‑certified OB‑GYNs, expert embryologists, and dedicated patient‑navigator nurses—delivers personalized, patient‑centric care, offering evening and weekend appointments, extensive financing options, military discounts, and a national study on fertility perceptions. Comprehensive patient support includes free fertility quizzes, counseling, a robust educational blog, and coordinated care for destination and international patients, ensuring each family receives compassionate guidance from the first consultation through successful conception.

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    1. Expert Medical Team
    Dr. Brown delivers precise diagnoses, personalized treatment plans, and hands‑on involvement even during busy schedules. The embryology laboratory consistently achieves high success rates, exemplified by a 100% egg‑to‑embryo conversion in one case. Supporting physicians such as Dr. Shah and Dr. Gouid provide clear options and realistic expectations.
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    2. Compassionate Patient Support
    Nurses and coordinators like Chelsea, Teena Pasion, Jennie Waldrep, and Christina offer continuous emotional encouragement, detailed medication guidance, and prompt responses to inquiries. Patients report feeling heard, comforted, and never rushed throughout monitoring and procedures.
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    3. Strong Success Stories
    Multiple patients achieved live births after IVF or IUI cycles, including twin boys, a healthy baby girl, and successful frozen embryo transfers. The clinic’s high embryo conversion and effective fresh and frozen cycles underscore its clinical effectiveness.
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    4. Thorough Communication
    Staff members such as Mackenzie, Brittany, and Mikel ensure appointments feel personal and informative. Detailed explanations of each step, from genetic testing to medication protocols, empower patients to understand their journeys.
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    5. Flexible Out‑of‑State Care
    Patients residing outside Jacksonville receive coordinated medication shipping, faxed orders, and responsive email support, allowing seamless treatment despite geographic distance.

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    1. Billing and Insurance Confusion
    Numerous patients encounter unexpected charges, mismatched self‑pay rates, and delayed refunds. Insurance coverage is sometimes miscommunicated, leading to out‑of‑pocket expenses that exceed quoted prices.
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    2. Front‑Desk Disorganization
    Front‑desk staff are reported to be inattentive, with errors in patient information, long sign‑in times, and occasional last‑minute appointment cancellations without clear explanations.
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    3. Scheduling Delays
    Patients experience prolonged wait times for telemedicine appointments, frequent rescheduling, and difficulty reaching providers promptly, resulting in missed or delayed consultations.
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    4. Communication Gaps on Lab Work
    Requests for biopsy results, genetic testing updates, and medical records often face weeks of silence, causing frustration and uncertainty during critical treatment phases.
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    5. Perceived Cost Transparency Issues
    Some patients describe aggressive upselling of tests, unclear pricing for procedures like IUI and IVF consults, and surprise fees for follow‑up appointments, contributing to a sense of financial opacity.
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Brown Fertility — Patient Reviews

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M*** M.
2 months ago
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RUN!!!!! My experience with Brown Fertility was one of the most distressing medical and financial experiences I have ever gone through.<br><br>During my IVF cycle, my doctor was absent during critical…

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2 months ago
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Drove 2 hours and 45 mins away and it was worth it.<br>Great staff and I had success 1st round.<br>Thank you!!!

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M*** N.
3 months ago
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Great people! I come into this facility and they always treat me great and they are very respectful

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J*** R.
3 months ago
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Regardless of all my fears and doubts I can 100% say that this team of people didn't disappoint. Here is my miracle baby world!

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A*** S.
3 months ago
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We are beyond grateful for the incredible care and support we received from Brown Fertility. After welcoming our beautiful baby boy, we can truly say this journey would not have been possible without …

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W*** R.
4 months ago
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I’m beyond thankful for the team at Brown Fertility Center. God used this team in such a beautiful way in my journey. Dr. Rafael Cabreras and Dr. Samuel Brown provided excellent medical care with comp…

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J*** B.
4 months ago
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Excellent team, supportive and informed care. Dr. Brown and staff are knowledgeable and kind. Changed reviewer's life through successful IVF treatment.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about this fertility clinic. Thanks to their incredible team, I am now a mom — the entire staff made me feel supported, informed, and genuinely cared for. Every ap…

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J*** P.
4 months ago
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This is by far the Best Fertility clinic in all of Florida. They do a great job

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K*** Z.
4 months ago
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IVF clinic had billing and communication issues, but the owner resolved the problems and listened to clients' concerns, leading to a positive outcome.

I paid in full yet they keep sending me mail saying I haven’t. Edit: they reached out to me and clarified some issues, they said I was covered when I came for the appointment, I paid my copay and left…

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5 months ago
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Overpriced IVF clinic with bad communication, Dr. Brown Fertility failed our IUI attempt after initial payment, resulting in additional fees.

Dr brown is a rip off. We paid almost 3 thousand for a iui which they informed us that coves three try’s. The first didn’t work so when my wife called back to set an appointment for the second try, th…

Brown Fertility — FAQ

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Brown Fertility’s IVF laboratory employs state‑of‑the‑art technology, including a vitrification flash‑freezing system that achieves a 95% survival rate for frozen embryos, preserving blastocyst quality for subsequent transfers. The lab utilizes time‑lapse imaging and advanced incubators to monitor embryo development, allowing embryologists to select the most viable embryos for transfer. All procedures are performed under strict quality‑control protocols and are accredited by relevant reproductive medicine societies, ensuring high fertilization rates and consistent success across assisted reproduction cycles.

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