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Coastal Fertility Specialists

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Egg Donation , Genetics , ICSI , Insemination (IUI) , Social Freezing , Spermbank , Surrogacy

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About Coastal Fertility Specialists

Coastal Fertility Specialists is a reproductive endocrinology and IVF clinic located in South Carolina with offices in Mt. Pleasant, Summerville, Lexington, Myrtle Beach and Savannah, Georgia, specializing in comprehensive infertility treatment and family building; the center offers a full spectrum of services including diagnostic testing, in‑vitro fertilization, embryo freezing, fertility preservation, PCOS management, mild chronic endometritis treatment, and personalized treatment plans guided by the latest science‑based technology, all supported by a state‑of‑the‑art embryology, endocrinology and andrology laboratory that contributes to its high pregnancy rates, which are among the best in the nation and have earned national patient‑satisfaction awards. The clinic’s distinctive features include free second‑opinion consultations, specialized financing and insurance assistance, and recognition as Charleston’s Choice for Best Fertility Specialist in 2025. A multidisciplinary team of board‑certified physicians—Dr. John Schnorr, Dr. Heather Cook, Dr. Jessica McLaughlin, Dr. Carrie Riestenberg and Dr. Andrea Peterson—works alongside experienced nurses, embryologists and administrative staff to provide compassionate, individualized care in a nurturing environment, while patient‑support services such as dedicated new‑patient coordinators, online and phone scheduling, and continuous emotional support ensure each couple feels guided and supported throughout their fertility journey.

Coastal Fertility Specialists - Patient Reviews

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gatorman *****

2 months ago

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My wife and I had a great experience with them. Everything was clean and well documented. All tests and samples were checked over very carefully several times to insure no mistakes. All staff were friendly and supportive. Thank you! Special shout out to Neely from my wife. She said you were great!

Charlotte Ba*****

4 months ago

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The people here are perfectly nice. I was referred here when my obgyn couldn’t put the pieces together as to why I was gaining wait with irregular periods. Everyone had the blood work showing my thyroid levels were off. But they went with the expensive, invasive test. Receptionist was insensitive to my feelings and anxieties and made me feel bad when I didn’t understand the procedures. Anyway. Ladies, push your doctor about thyroid problems. I think they’re a lot more common than we think and we are gaslit into going with the expensive, invasive test. Yuck. Do better.

Lauren *****

4 months ago

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Dr. Riestenberg has been incredibly thorough, caring, and supportive throughout every step of my journey—from my first successful transfer to a failed attempt and to now, another successful transfer. I also can’t say enough about the Myrtle Beach team. Neely, in particular, has made every visit over the past two years so much less stressful. She’s always welcoming, with a genuine smile that makes me look forward to each appointment. Her kindness, attentiveness, and willingness to accommodate all my needs have made this process so much easier. It truly feels like she’s become a good friend and I will miss seeing her so often.

Carlos nery Gonzales*****

5 months ago

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Lenny N*****

5 months ago

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The team at Coastal Fertility has been amazing — very efficient, informative, and caring. Dr. McLaughlin always took time to answer my questions and helped me work through even the small issues that came up. As a local Myrtle Beach patient, I appreciated having a nearby clinic that was so well organized. Neely and her team consistently provided timely, high-quality care and communicated everything clearly, even during the fast-paced parts of the process. I always felt supported and confident in their hands.

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What fertility treatments and services does Coastal Fertility Specialists offer? expand_more

Coastal Fertility Specialists provides a comprehensive suite of assisted‑reproduction services, including in‑vitro fertilization (IVF) with ICSI, intrauterine insemination (IUI), ovulation induction, and egg freezing for fertility preservation. The clinic runs both fresh and frozen donor‑egg programs, offering rigorous donor screening and a choice of cycle types. Advanced options such as pre‑implantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) and screening (PGS) are available to select embryos before transfer. Additional services include gestational surrogacy coordination, tubal ligation reversal, LGBTQIA+ family‑building programs, and personalized financial counseling.

What IVF laboratory technology does Coastal Fertility Specialists use? expand_more

The IVF laboratory at Coastal Fertility Specialists utilizes state‑of‑the‑art technology to maximize embryo development. Embryos are cultured in fourth‑generation incubators that maintain precise temperature and oxygen levels, supporting optimal blastocyst growth. The clinic employs an artificial‑intelligence platform called Cycle Clarity, which provides a second‑reading of ultrasound images to ensure accurate follicle measurement and improve monitoring efficiency. Laboratory operations are accredited by SART, CLIA, CAP, the FDA, CDC and AAAASF, confirming adherence to the highest quality standards in assisted reproduction.

Does Coastal Fertility Specialists provide fertility treatment for same-sex couples? expand_more

Coastal Fertility Specialists is committed to inclusive family building and offers dedicated fertility services for same‑sex couples. Lesbian couples can pursue intrauterine insemination (IUI) with donor sperm, IVF with one partner’s eggs, or the ROPA (Reception of Oocytes from Partner) protocol where one partner provides the eggs and the other carries the pregnancy. Gay couples are supported with sperm donation, egg donation and gestational surrogacy to achieve a genetic link to the child. The clinic’s experienced reproductive team provides counseling, legal coordination and personalized treatment plans for LGBTQIA+ families.

What are the IVF success rates at Coastal Fertility Specialists? expand_more

Coastal Fertility Specialists reports pregnancy rates that rank in the top 10% of clinics nationwide, reflecting consistently high success across all age groups. The clinic’s IVF program combines individualized ovarian stimulation protocols with blastocyst culture and low‑oxygen incubators, which together boost embryo quality and implantation potential. Fresh donor egg cycles achieve higher live‑birth rates than frozen cycles, while the clinic’s own egg‑freezing program delivers pregnancy outcomes comparable to fresh cycles. Success data are audited through SART membership and multiple laboratory accreditations, underscoring the reliability of the reported high pregnancy rates.

Does Coastal Fertility Specialists offer egg donation for IVF treatment? expand_more

Yes, Coastal Fertility Specialists runs a robust egg‑donation program that includes both fresh and frozen donor‑egg cycles. Donors, aged 21‑31, undergo extensive medical, genetic, psychological and infectious‑disease screening to ensure high‑quality donor eggs. Recipients have full access to donor profiles and can select anonymous or known donors, with the matching process kept confidential. The clinic’s selective approach—accepting only 1‑2 % of initial applications—provides patients with optimal donor eggs, leading to higher pregnancy and live‑birth rates compared with many national programs.

Who are the fertility doctors and specialists at Coastal Fertility Specialists? expand_more

Coastal Fertility Specialists is led by a team of board‑certified reproductive endocrinologists with more than 70 years of combined experience. Founders Dr. John Schnorr and Dr. Michael Slowey pioneered the state’s first ovarian transplantation program in 2001. The clinical team includes Dr. Heather Cook (joined 2014), Dr. Jessica McLaughlin (joined 2019), Dr. Carrie Riestenberg (joined 2022) and Dr. Andrea Peterson (joined 2023). Together they have performed over 35,000 ovulation induction and IUI cycles and 15,000 IVF and donor‑egg cycles. The embryology laboratory is directed by Dr. Jeff Gray, PhD, HCLD, a recognized expert in assisted reproduction who oversees a CLIA‑ and CAP‑accredited high‑complexity lab.

What is the history and background of Coastal Fertility Specialists? expand_more

Coastal Fertility Specialists was founded by Dr. John Schnorr and Dr. Michael Slowey to deliver patient‑centered reproductive care in South Carolina and Georgia. The clinic pioneered the state’s first ovarian transplantation program in 2001 and later achieved the first, second and third babies born from oocyte cryopreservation in South Carolina. With over 70 years of combined physician experience, the practice has performed more than 15,000 IVF and donor‑egg cycles and earned national recognitions, including the 2025 Charleston’s Choice award for Best Fertility Specialist. The laboratory is led by Dr. Jeff Gray, whose team holds multiple accreditations and a Seal of Quality Assurance from Donor Egg Bank USA.

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Address 1115 48th Ave N Suite 122, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577, USA (Find on Google Maps) open_in_new

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Monday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

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