Most of us desperately want a family, and I was one who was willing to wait. So many are unaware of what can happen if your physician is irresponsible, and it truly comes down to whether you are willing to pay the price
This dr's office left me on hold for 40 minutes while trying to schedule my first appointment. Imagine how horrible they are at ACTUALLY doing their job if they cant even pick up the phone. They never came back to the phone. I tried call back after the 40 minutes and they didn't pick up again.
After speaking with other specialists, IVF with 1 embryo transfer would have been the safest bet for me that would have went along with my wishes for the least risky outcome.
I in turn had to see numerous more specialists and have to undergo 2 more additional invasive procedures in NY to test for chromosomal abnormalities and ultimately a reduction of the pregnancy to eliminate the significant risk.
I can only hope for a safe rest of my pregnancy at this point, but this experience and what I have to endure will be a pain that never goes away.
I was a statistic and a check box for him.
Dr. Damien helped me years ago to be able to have my to precious daughters, I can't thank him enough. He is a wonderful listener, empathic and knowledgeable. I recently returned for another OBGYN issue and he once again helped me make important medical decisions.
Dr. Damien was recommended by a friend and my OB, so it felt natural to just go with the recommendation and not research and inquire about other physicians in the area.
I had no empathy or compassion at the office, and girls at the front desk would greet me on subsequent visits asking if I was there for blood work or IVF - which just added to the stress.
I also had top of the line insurance that covered everything, so I honestly had no significant issues going into this.
When we were ready to proceed with IUI, he simply prepared me for "not getting pregnant" since that's what was likely to happen... my chances for pregnancy were only about 20%. Chances for multiples, maybe 2% - but the risk was always there. I had 1 big egg and 3 that were smaller, but again - he recommended proceeding.
Keep in mind, this all has to happen at 13 Weeks of gestation.
As a RN who deals with loss, grief and critical situations daily at work, I encourage you to see someone else who will truly care about you as a person, not just a stat on a piece of paper.
We tried Clomid once, and then he suggested trying Injectable medications. As a Registered Nurse, I found this entire process to be confusing and stressful. I found Dr. Damien to be incredibly intelligent, but not great with communication or empathy. I ultimately just trusted what was happening and the paths we were going down (which, was IUI).
No psychological, support or social work assistance was ever provided. No follow ups or calls to check in and see how I was doing.
Excellent doctor, responsible and answers all of your questions. I recommend him to everyone, GREAT DOCTOR!!!
At my first consult, I told Dr. Damien, that I would rather never be pregnant (ever), then have multiples. I wasn't in a rush, although we had been struggling with infertility for 2 years, but I was okay with being patient.
I ended up seeing 2 "second opinions" - one in Delaware, and another in NJ and a new OB - the common thing that all MDs said, "this happens to Dr. Damien's patient's a lot." All of the anger, resentment and confusion that I had felt, was unfortunately validated.
Dr Damien is phenomenal. He has great bedside manner. Dr Damien is extremely knowledgeable.. I have never witnessed a dr in his field having as much compassion as he has. He truly cares for his patients and always wants what's best for them. His main focus is his patient/patients health and not just dollar signs. Every experience that I've had with him has been positive. His office team is also amazing. They are very warm and accommodating.
I feel like this is my only way to have a "voice" so I feel like it's important to share my experience.
Because of Dr. Damien, I don't get to have a first trimester. I don't get those first Ultrasound pictures. I can't celebrate the beginning milestones because I don't even know what baby will be mine to keep or if it will even survive.
I felt like this could have been prevented with proper education, guidance and awareness of options.
After the grueling 2 weeks past, I was pregnant with HCG levels off the charts, which turned out to be a high risk multiple pregnancy. Dr Damien claimed that this only happens to him "once a year, not even that often."
That first Ultrasound shattered my life as I knew it. I felt like I had been diagnosed with Cancer. I know many women who read this will question my thoughts, because I know you all are desperate to have children... which was my hope too - but responsibility.
During out first consult, my husband and I were quite impressed by the Office, facility and numerous "Top Doctor" covers that were all over the walls.
I would NEVER return or seek help from him ever again and I highly caution any woman who is considering fertility treatment.
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