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Mid-Iowa Fertility

medical_servicesInsemination (IUI),Egg Donation,Spermbank,Genetics,Social Freezing,ICSI,Surrogacy,IVF,IVF with Donor Eggs,Egg Freezing,IUI
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177 reviews
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About Mid-Iowa Fertility

Mid‑Iowa Fertility is a full‑service fertility clinic located in Central Iowa, specializing in personalized assisted‑reproductive care for individuals and couples seeking to build their families. The center offers a comprehensive suite of services—including in‑vitro fertilization (IVF), intra‑uterine insemination (IUI), pre‑implantation genetic testing, egg and embryo cryopreservation, and an extensive egg‑donor program—delivered in a state‑of‑the‑art facility that is the only one of its kind in the region. Recognized as a Blue Distinction Center+ for fertility care by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Mid‑Iowa Fertility distinguishes itself with a Shared Risk Program that caps IVF costs for qualifying patients and with custom‑designed treatment protocols tailored to each patient’s age, ovarian reserve, BMI and other factors. The multidisciplinary team, led by board‑certified reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Trenton Place, combines expert physicians, skilled nurses and compassionate counselors to ensure a patient‑first environment, offering thorough education, emotional support, and financial guidance throughout the journey. While specific success rates are not disclosed, the clinic’s commitment to high medical, scientific and academic standards, along with its award‑winning safety and outcome metrics, underscores its reputation for delivering exceptional fertility outcomes.

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    1. Expert Compassionate Doctors
    Dr. Brian Cooper, Dr. Matthew Young, and Dr. Place consistently provide thorough explanations, personalized treatment plans, and empathetic support. Patients cite successful pregnancies after IUI, IVF, and natural conception, attributing outcomes to the doctors’ skill and caring approach.
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    2. Friendly, Responsive Staff
    Front‑desk personnel, nurses, and coordinators are described as kind, upbeat, and quick to answer calls or emails. Staff members such as Erin (nurse coordinator) and Whitney (billing) receive specific praise for their helpfulness and accessibility.
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    3. Tailored Diagnostic Care
    The clinic conducts comprehensive testing, including uterine septum correction and polyp removal, often uncovering hidden causes of infertility. Patients appreciate the thorough diagnostics that lead to targeted treatments.
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    4. High Success Rates Across Treatments
    Multiple accounts highlight successful IUI cycles, IVF pregnancies, and even natural conceptions after clinic intervention, demonstrating the effectiveness of the clinic’s protocols.
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    5. Strong Emotional Support
    Staff celebrate milestones, offer encouragement during setbacks, and maintain a supportive atmosphere that helps patients cope with the emotional challenges of fertility journeys.

warningWhat to watch out for at Mid-Iowa Fertility?

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    1. Inconsistent Communication
    Some patients experience delayed callbacks, limited updates, and a lack of over‑communication, especially during early appointments, leading to confusion and frustration.
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    2. Perceived Cold Tone in Bad News
    A few individuals report that delivery of unfavorable prognoses felt abrupt and uncaring, contrasting with the otherwise warm environment and affecting patient confidence.
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    3. Scheduling Inflexibility
    Reports of rigid appointment windows and difficulty accommodating urgent concerns suggest room for improvement in administrative flexibility.
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    4. Variable Staff Consistency
    Patients note occasional inconsistencies in staff interactions and knowledge, which can create uncertainty about the continuity of care.
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177 reviews
Based on real patient reviews

Mid-Iowa Fertility — Patient Reviews

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3 months ago
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Dr Place really knows his stuff. We were referred here from a urologist after seeing about four specialists. No one ever gave us as much information in the first visit as they did here. He was also ab…

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C*** Y.
3 months ago
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The front desk very bad attitude, did not finish my talk, just put me on hold. They didn't do their job carefully; they missed the orders for the ultrasound, very, very bad experience. Don't waste you…

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M*** E.
4 months ago
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Good communication. Great care. We traveled 3 hours to come to this clinic. They tried various methods and meds. After lots of failures, (More because of my body than their methods or skill) they help…

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C*** H.
5 months ago
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If I could leave zero stars I would. Poor communication. Zero accountability or flexibility. If you want your time wasted and zero consistency this is for sure the place for you!

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J*** M.
5 months ago
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Visiting this clinic was a great experience. The front desk and Dr. Young were very professional. Highly recommended.

Great team of dedicated professionals at Mid Iowa Fertility clinic. From the front desk to the Doctor, the visit was top notch.. I enjoyed a great conversation with Dr. Young. He is very humble and a…

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A D.
7 months ago
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IVF clinic with very nice staff, successful treatment resulting in two healthy children, PCOS issues addressed with medication.

I have nothing but good to say about this place. Everyone was very nice and helpful. When I was about to give up after my 8th IUI(2miscarriages and a chemical pregnancy). Doctor Young encouraged me to…

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B*** B.
7 months ago
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The reviewer had a positive experience with Dr. Brian Cooper at Mid-Iowa Fertility. Dr. Cooper was compassionate and skilled, creating a personalized treatment plan. The reviewer is grateful for the successful outcome, giving birth to her son.

I cannot thank Dr. Brian Cooper and his amazing team at Mid-Iowa Fertility enough for helping make my dream of becoming a mom come true. After struggling with infertility, I came to Dr. Cooper feeling…

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M*** M.
7 months ago
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I was initially hopeful after visiting Dr. Cooper, but received unwelcome news with a cold delivery. I received better treatment and support at a second clinic, ultimately resulting in a pregnancy after leaving the IVF clinic which ended in a live birth o

I just wanted to give a word of encouragement to those who maybe don't get great news at this clinic. I was given a lot of hope after my first appt with Dr Cooper and then told at my 2nd appt there wa…

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K*** D.
8 months ago
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The reviewer, with a history of miscarriages, found answers and success with Dr. Young at Mid Iowa Fertility after only 2 IVF attempts. The staff was accommodating and reassuring. The reviewer is now a happy parent.

Words simply cannot describe how grateful I am to have found Mid Iowa Fertility. I have struggled for YEARS (before even trying for a baby) to find out why I had the symptoms I did so that I didn’t ha…

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C*** D.
9 months ago
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Successful IUI through Dr. Place at MIF, plan and answers provided, regular OB didn't recommend tests.

So thankful we started seeing Dr Place at MIF! Within the first consultation, we had tests done that my regular OB didn’t recommend or offer, we had a plan and answers to unexplained secondary inferti…

Mid-Iowa Fertility — FAQ

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Mid-Iowa Fertility is led by three board‑certified reproductive endocrinologists: Dr. Brian C. Cooper, M.D., F.A.C.O.G., who joined the practice in 2006; Dr. Donald C. Young, D.O., F.A.C.O.G., the Medical Director who founded the clinic in 1993 and holds certifications in Obstetrics and Gynecology as well as Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility; and Dr. Trenton Place, D.O., F.A.C.O.G., who became part of the team in the summer of 2022. Together they bring more than 40 years of combined experience in IVF, ICSI, and other assisted reproduction techniques. The clinic also employs a dedicated IVF laboratory staff, embryologists, fertility nurses, and patient coordinators who support each step of the in‑vitro fertilization journey.

Contact & Location

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+1 515-222-3060
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1371 NW 121st St, Clive, IA 50325, USA
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midiowafertility.com

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