About Coastal Fertility Medical Center

Coastal Fertility Medical Center is a comprehensive fertility clinic located in Irvine, California, specializing in advanced reproductive medicine for individuals and couples worldwide; with over 40 years of experience the center focuses on IVF, ICSI, egg donation, surrogacy, fertility preservation, genetic screening (PGT‑A/PGT‑M), frozen embryo transfer and personalized IUI protocols. The clinic offers more than 40 customized treatment cycles, an on‑site state‑of‑the‑art IVF laboratory led by a full‑time lab director, and an extensive egg bank with over 1,400 donors, while also providing gender selection, PCOS management and tubal reversal services. Its distinctive features include a multilingual team fluent in over 200 languages, LGBTQ+‑inclusive care, complete financial transparency with no hidden fees, and a one‑stop integrated model that streamlines every step from consultation to post‑treatment support. A globally recognized team of physicians—led by Dr. David Harari (President & CMO), Dr. Minh N. Ho (Medical Director), Dr. Kevin K. Oum (Laboratory Director) and other reproductive endocrinologists—holds weekly case‑review meetings to ensure multidisciplinary expertise, and the clinic consistently reports IVF success rates well above the industry average, especially in difficult cases previously deemed “hopeless.” Patient support includes dedicated care coordinators, insurance assistance, virtual appointments, free monthly seminars across Southern California, and continuous emotional counseling throughout the journey.

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    1. Compassionate and Knowledgeable Staff
    Many reviews emphasize the warmth and empathy displayed by the clinical team, particularly Dr. Werlin, whose expertise and genuine concern for patients create a comforting environment, essential during the often stressful fertility journey.
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    2. Efficient Appointment Scheduling and In-House Services
    The clinic offers convenient early morning hours and weekend availability, allowing busy individuals to attend appointments without disrupting their schedules. Patients appreciate having multiple services conducted on-site, such as lab work and ultrasounds, streamlining the process.
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    3. Successful Outcomes for Many Patients
    Many hopeful parents share success stories, from IVF pregnancies to egg donation experiences that led to successful outcomes. These success stories contribute to the clinic's credibility and attract new patients seeking assistance in starting families.
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    4. Personalized Care Approach
    Patients often report feeling heard and supported, especially during consultations, where staff take the time to address questions thoroughly, tailoring their approach to meet individual needs.
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    5. Positive Community Feedback and Recommendations
    The clinic has garnered significant positive feedback across review platforms. Many former patients recommend Coastal Fertility Center, noting the caring demeanor of staff and the clinic's commitment to patient well-being.

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    1. Communication Breakdowns
    Some patients experienced difficulties with communication, citing instances where updates were not proactively provided. High-stress situations were exacerbated by staff's perceived lack of responsiveness to patient inquiries.
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    2. Billing Issues and Unexpected Charges
    A common frustration is encountered with the clinic’s billing practices, including upfront payment requirements and challenges in obtaining reimbursements. These unexpected financial hurdles can add to the stress of already challenging fertility journeys.
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    3. Unprofessional Conduct from Certain Staff Members
    Negative experiences were reported involving specific staff, where patients felt disregarded or unvalued, leading to feelings of disappointment after initial positive interactions.
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    4. Changes in Care Providers
    Reviewers expressed dissatisfaction with receiving abrupt notice regarding changes in care providers, particularly when it affected the continuity of treatment. Such changes lead to frustration when patients have already invested time and money.
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    5. Concerns About Treatment Protocols and Effectiveness
    Various patients disagreed with the treatment protocols employed by the clinic, expressing concerns that they were not exhaustively explored, which ultimately affected outcome rates. Some reported poor success with IVF procedures without adequate explanations.
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Coastal Fertility Medical Center — Patient Reviews

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5 months ago
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Patient experienced severe overstimulation, poor communication, and a painful recovery under Dr. Kenneth Vu's care. Clinic's calls were unreachable, and the doctor did not have a steady hand for surgery. Patient strongly advises against working with Dr. V

I know Dr. Vu moved to RSMC. As a patient, I have to talk about my experience under his care. During my cycle with Dr. Kenneth Vu, I was severely overstimulated, which led to a miserable, painful reco…

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R*** J.
8 months ago
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My daughter has always been a strong and successful phenomenal patient. With extreme high success… But every experience is only as smooth and safe as the care team around her. This time, two extraord…

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E*** G.
1 years ago
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Very caring staff members. They explain everything and follow up with you. Dr. Vu was very patient and caring, he did not hesitate to answer any of my questions!

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A*** G.
1 years ago
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UPDATE** no reach out and no, the AI bot of a response is wrong. Dr Behbahani from her conversation with us gave the clinic notice 2023 about her decision to leave. This clinic is just horrible!! Use …

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D*** G.
2 years ago
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I donated my eggs here. They are very nice and caring.

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D*** G.
2 years ago
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I donated my eggs here. They are very nice and caring.

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2 years ago
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I had a wonderful experience with Dr Behbahani and her team here. She is kind, competent, extremely professional and takes her time to explain everything and answers all the questions you have. In one…

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2 years ago
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I hate giving out reviews like this but I have to let people know who are reading this. If you are young like me then this place will treat you with zero respect. I was originally really excited to be…

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M*** B.
2 years ago
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Coastal Fertility changed our lives. My husband and I struggled to have a baby for five years before we were referred to this practice. The people working there are so caring, supportive, and made us …

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A*** M.
2 years ago
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I had the privilege of working with Dr. Behbahani during my IVF journey and she was amazing as well as her team. Everyone made my wife and I feel very comfortable and listened to all of our concerns. …

Coastal Fertility Medical Center — FAQ

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Yes, Coastal Fertility Medical Center provides a comprehensive egg donation program for IVF cycles. Patients can choose from an extensive anonymous donor bank of over 1,400 screened donors or opt for a known donor, with each candidate undergoing rigorous medical and infectious‑disease testing. The clinic coordinates egg retrieval, fertilization, and embryo transfer, and reports strong pregnancy rates with donor‑egg IVF, especially for women over 43 years of age.

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