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About Nevada Center for Reproductive Medicine

Nevada Center for Reproductive Medicine is a reproductive endocrinology and infertility clinic located in Reno, Nevada, specializing in personalized, compassionate fertility care for individuals, couples, and LGBTQ+ families seeking to build their families. With 25 years of experience and the distinction of being Northern Nevada’s only fully accredited fertility clinic, NCRM offers a comprehensive suite of services including IVF, ICSI, egg freezing, egg donation, surrogacy, comprehensive fertility testing, onco‑fertility preservation, and tailored treatment plans for diverse family‑building needs. The clinic boasts an IVF success rate up to 20 % above the national average, a 4.9‑star Facebook rating, and a world‑class laboratory led by Dr. Gnanaratnam Girtharan, whose expertise in micromanipulation and embryo vitrification underpins the high success outcomes. The multidisciplinary team—board‑certified Reproductive Endocrinology specialist Dr. Scott Whitten, Nurse Practitioner Jennifer Lassi, PA‑C Jonna Collins, and dedicated embryologists—prioritizes patient safety, respect, and transparent communication, creating individualized care pathways. In addition to clinical excellence, NCRM provides extensive patient support through a resource library, educational guides, and compassionate counseling, ensuring patients feel informed, confident, and supported throughout every step of their fertility journey.

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    Expert Medical Staff
    Patients frequently praise Dr. Whitten and Dr. Foulke for their expertise and supportive approach throughout the infertility treatment process. Many report successful pregnancies under their care, highlighting the doctors' ability to explain procedures thoroughly and provide reassurance during difficult times.
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    Compassionate Nursing Staff
    The nursing staff at NCRM often receives high marks for their kindness, knowledge, and responsiveness. Patients express gratitude for the bedside manner exhibited by the nurses, asserting that their prompt communication and emotional support make navigation through treatment easier during stressful times.
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    Clean and Comfortable Facility
    Reviewers note that the clinic maintains a clean, welcoming environment, which helps to ease the anxiety often associated with fertility treatments. The pleasant waiting area and professional setting contribute positively to the overall patient experience.
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    Strong Communication from Some Staff
    Several patients report having a satisfactory experience with specific staff members who provide timely and informative responses to queries about treatment, billing, and care protocols. This level of communication is crucial for patients managing the emotional and logistical challenges of fertility treatments.
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    Flexible Financing Options
    NCRM reportedly goes above and beyond in attempting to help patients with financial concerns associated with treatments. Many reviews note that the clinic offers various payment plan options, which may alleviate some financial burden for potentially strained families.

warningWhat to watch out for at Nevada Center for Reproductive Medicine?

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    Lack of Empathy and Support
    Many patients describe experiences where they felt brushed aside or viewed merely as financial clients rather than individuals facing emotional challenges. This lack of empathy can significantly affect patients already navigating a vulnerable time in their lives.
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    Inconsistent Doctor Availability
    Several reviews indicate that patients faced difficulties in consistently seeing Dr. Whitten, instead treated by resident physicians whose skills were questioned. The unpredictability in access to the primary doctor may contribute to a sense of dissatisfaction.
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    Poor Communication and Follow-Up
    Many clients reported issues with the clinic's communication, particularly regarding test results and scheduling. A lack of follow-up can leave patients feeling anxious and unsupported during times of uncertainty.
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    Perceived Financial Motivation
    Numerous patients voiced concerns that the clinic prioritizes profit over patient care, referring to aggressive financial practices and upselling of treatments, which detracts from the overall patient experience.
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    Frustrating Appointment Scheduling
    Patients express frustration over lengthy wait times for appointments and unexpected changes in billed services, which can be both confusing and financially taxing. Efficient scheduling is vital in a clinic where timely treatment can significantly impact success rates.

Fertility Treatment Prices at Nevada Center for Reproductive Medicine

Prices shown are starting prices. Final cost depends on individual treatment plan.

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IVF (Own Eggs)
from US$14,000

IVF with own eggs. Excludes: anesthesia, pre-lab & testing, outside testing companies, medication

IUI (Insemination)
from US$1,500
Donor Embryo
from US$4,500
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Prices are indicative only. The clinic will confirm the exact cost during consultation.

Source: nevadafertility.com

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Based on real patient reviews

Nevada Center for Reproductive Medicine — Patient Reviews

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4 months ago
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NCRM was amazing! We were running out of hope and decided to try them out. They explained every step and the staff was very friendly, caring and supportive. They are like family. I would recommend the…

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L*** W.
8 months ago
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Patient experienced illegal practice, filed a complaint, received a good faith estimate.

UPDATE: I filed a complaint with CMS and recommend that you do too, it is illegal to not give self pay patients a good faith estimate, regardless of the cost of the bill. I received a GFE (good faith …

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J*** W.
8 months ago
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Super friendly staff assisted in IVF transfer with success.

All the staff is super friendly and make you feel super comfortable! This process wasn't easy but with their assistance and support we made it through the transfer. I highly recommend The nevada cente…

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J*** C.
9 months ago
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First IVF consult was a positive experience. Dr. Whitten was thorough and had great bedside manners. His staff was also very helpful.

Had our first consult with Dr. Whitten today and all around a really great experience. He was thorough and had great bedside manners. He explained everything in detail and discussed expectations for …

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K*** C.
1 years ago
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Patient experienced poor service at IVF monitoring practice in San Francisco, including lack of sanitation protocols and misleading behavior from staff. The patient ultimately had a miscarriage.

I came to this practice to have monitoring done because I received IVF at a clinic in San Francisco. Just needed weekly ultrasounds and bloodwork. Week 1, everything went great. The lady that does ul…

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E*** R.
1 years ago
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Unprofessional service, high prices, and poor treatment. The doctor barely sees patients and communication is poor. Highly not recommended.

For how expensive you guys are and just charge people for anything you all do your job in a very unprofessional manner. If you just charge so much for ANYTHING at least the staff must be something of …

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D*** A.
1 years ago
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IVF clinic had poor communication, lack of professionalism, and failed to meet client's requirements. Client had immense frustration and confusion due to unclear information. This led to a significant waste of time and money.

Engaging with this company has been a major letdown due to their unprofessionalism and lack of clear communication. We made countless attempts to get in touch, only to find it nearly impossible to hav…

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A*** E.
1 years ago
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Poor communication, lack of professionalism, and unreliable promises led to wasted time and money. The clinic's vague approach caused immense frustration, especially for sensitive situations. The sensitive nature of IVF treatment was exacerbated by the cl

My experience with this company has been extremely disappointing due to their lack of professionalism and failure to provide clear information. Despite numerous discussions and assurances, we found th…

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D*** G.
1 years ago
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Company lacked professionalism and transparency, leading to frustration and waste of time and money. Traditional surrogacy was not offered despite initial assurances. Patients were baffled and unimpressed by the company's actions.

My experience with this company has been nothing short of wildly unprofessional. After numerous discussions and making detailed arrangements to proceed with them, we were assured that they could accom…

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B*** A.
1 years ago
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The reviewer had a disappointing experience with NCRM Clinic after undergoing 10 IUIs and 2 IVF cycles. The clinic failed to diagnose underlying issues, provided inaccurate scan results, and offered subpar care. The reviewer advises others to seek fertili

It's taken me awhile to write this review because I've been so upset with what this clinic took away from me - time, money, and a chance to expand our family. We did over 10 IUIs and 2 IVF cycles wit…

Nevada Center for Reproductive Medicine — FAQ

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Nevada Center for Reproductive Medicine’s medical team is led by Dr. Scott Whitten, a board‑certified subspecialist in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility who serves as the clinic’s primary fertility specialist. Complementing Dr. Whitten are Jennifer Lassi, NP, a board‑certified Nurse Practitioner with extensive women’s health and fertility expertise, and Jonna Collins, PA‑C, a physician assistant with over a decade of experience in reproductive physiology and patient‑centered care. The laboratory is overseen by Gnanaratnam Girtharan, the IVF Laboratory Director, who brings more than 15 years of expertise in micromanipulation, ICSI, embryo biopsy, and vitrification. Together, this multidisciplinary team delivers comprehensive assisted reproduction services from diagnosis through embryo transfer.

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