Dr. Arlene J. Morales, United States
     
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Arlene J. Morales, United States

 

Women's health was always a topic at the family dinner table. Raised in a line of Hispanic physicians, Dr. Morales always knew medicine was her career path, a tradition now continued by one of her daughters, a second-year medical student. She made the decision to become a physician earlier than most, graduating from medical school at age 23.

 

When she completed her medical training, in vitro fertilization (IVF) was still in its infancy. The subspecialty combined her particular interests in technology, psychology, bioethics, and surgery—elements that continue to drive Dr. Morales's passion and commitment to her patients.

 

Dr. Morales founded Fertility Specialist Medical Group in 2000 to create a practice that served everyone in need, regardless of their circumstances, and focused on their family-building goals rather than only the next pregnancy. When she founded FSMG, the IVF field was male-dominated. Overcoming that disparity to create a successful, multicultural, and inclusive practice is a particular source of pride for Dr. Morales.

 

Dr. Morales uses humor in her interactions with patients and staff to keep patients' spirits high and their focus on long-term goals. By finding moments of levity and opportunities for joy during the most difficult parts of fertility treatment, she helps patients stay positive and focused on those goals.

 

Dr. Morales is a nationally recognized leader in reproductive medicine and has been named a San Diego Magazine Top Doctor in reproductive endocrinology every year since the category was established in 2012. She has been active in the San Diego County medical community through service on various hospital committees, including bioethics, quality of care, and long-term health, and IPA committees, including physician wellness, QOC, and utilization review. She has also served as an elected board member of the San Diego County Medical Society and an elected member of the California Medical Association Political Action Committee. She is frequently invited to speak on bioethics and reproductive technology and remains committed to teaching medical students and collaborative clinical research. Although she values these honors, she considers coming to work and helping patients her greatest professional privilege.

 

Education and Training

Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics, Goucher College, Baltimore

 

Doctor of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

 

Internship and residency, Johns Hopkins Hospital

 

Fellowship, University of California, San Diego

 

 


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    Jan 4, 2025
    I do not recommend it.
    Nov 14, 2024
    FSMG is a compassionate, responsive, patient-centered clinic. I felt the care I received was first-rate. Dr. Médica in particular was very kind and considerate. I am extremely anxious about medical issues, and because of her, I felt confident undergoing the retrieval procedure. She is highly capable and understanding. She answered all my questions kindly and clearly. We delayed the egg-retrieval process because I was anxious about it, and she was very patient and never pressured me. I made mistakes with my medication, and the pharmacy had several delays—FSMG always had a solution and tried to help me. All the nurses, coordinators, receptionists, other doctors, and staff were helpful, responsive, and kind. I am very grateful that FSMG prioritized my care and safety and sincerely recommend them. If I am successful, I wish Dr. Médica could be my obstetrician—that is how much I appreciate her. Thank you, FSMG!
    Jul 30, 2024
    Not a good company. Their paperwork, which repeats several questions in a lengthy form and wastes clients' time, and their financial disclosures and customer service are very unprofessional. Dee and Denise, I believe those were their names, were very unprofessional with me on the phone. Dee repeatedly interrupted me and told me all their patients understand their insurance coverage. They are neither kind nor professional. Avoid them.
    Jul 28, 2024
    I strongly encourage anyone considering this facility to reconsider carefully. My experience was very disappointing, and genuine, personalized care is essential. Although Dr. Shelly was polite, it was clear that her engagement lacked sincerity and commitment. This facility does not prioritize meaningful interaction or individualized support. For your well-being and satisfaction, find a provider truly committed to listening and meeting your needs. Your time and resources are valuable—invest them where people genuinely care and support you.
    Jun 18, 2024
    I am truly disappointed with my experience at this location. I will start by saying that my initial consultation and first in-person appointment with Dr. Shelly went well. She was kind. However, this was my recent experience: During my initial consultation and ultrasound appointments on May 17 and May 28, I told Dr. Shelly that my husband and I would be moving to the East Coast on July 1, so this was essentially our one opportunity before leaving. During the ultrasound, she assured me that everything looked good and that all I needed was updated blood work and to call when my period began, or, if it did not begin, still call for blood work to check for pregnancy. On June 17, I called to tell them my period had started on June 16. Since the office was closed Sunday, I called Monday. The front desk informed me that they “saw I had canceled the follow-up virtual meeting required to begin an IUI cycle.” I explained that I had not been told this; otherwise, I would have kept the follow-up. I was then told my doctor was on vacation for three weeks and would not return until July 5. I was shocked because this had never been mentioned when I told her on two separate occasions that we were moving July 1 and wanted to complete a cycle before leaving. After hearing this very disappointing news, I was told they would try to arrange for me to see another doctor and that I should expect a call from a coordinator within an hour. They also said to call if I had not heard from them by 1 p.m. At around 1 p.m., there had been no call, so I called them. Their machine answered, and I had to leave a voicemail. Because of the disorganized information and lack of urgency in correcting the situation, I will have to miss this cycle and entrust this sensitive matter to someone else. Very disappointed.
    Feb 11, 2025
    I have worked in healthcare for many years and have never experienced such poor service. The only kind person here is Dr. Sherry, but Dr. Morales is purely money-driven and lacks empathy. She refuses direct contact and will not respond to any patient without an additional payment. I paid for a misleading consultation, and when I asked the front desk a follow-up question about the same appointment, I was told I needed to book and pay for another consultation. (If any medical malpractice attorneys are reading this, please investigate this clinic.) This is by far the worst clinic I have visited. They lure you in with treatment, and once you have invested time, you become trapped with a provider who continually takes and gives nothing back. The reviews speak for themselves—this place is terrible. The receptionist, Irene, may be the worst of them. She deliberately says things that upset patients. For example: Me: One of my consultations was interrupted because the call disconnected. Can you help me reschedule and waive the payment? Irene: No, you have to pay again. The second time, I called about another issue: Me: I had a follicle count last year, but your practice never responded. Can someone help me? I do not want to pay twice because of your company's negligence. Irene: You have to start over because it has been a year. She then mentioned that she could transfer me to finance for more information, but that had nothing to do with my concern. My call with Dr. Morales was also disconnected because of poor reception. When I rescheduled, they billed my insurance twice for more than $100 and required me to pay the deposit twice. On top of that, they were undergoing internal changes but failed to inform me of my results. I eventually went to another fertility clinic, where things were much better, but they advised me to stay with one provider because several procedures had already been performed. So I reluctantly returned here, only to be told that because it had been almost a year, and because of their lack of organization, I needed to repeat all the procedures and pay the original amount again. At this point, I may gather other patients to share their experiences and explore possible action, because this clinic should not treat customers this way. Even worse, I had been communicating with Keila, who sent me information and answered emails until she suddenly stopped without warning. There was not even an automated message informing me of her absence. After a month without a response, I contacted the clinic again, and Irene told me: “You should only use our general email because you will not get a response when employees are out of the office.” This is not an acceptable way to handle customer service. When an employee is away, an automatic email should tell patients whom else to contact. Keila was initially handling my case, so how was I supposed to know I needed to switch to the general email? This clinic is disorganized, unethical, and focused only on profit. Avoid it at all costs.
    Jul 18, 2025
    My wife and I have had only one consultation so far, but Dr. Shelly is already one of our favorite specialists. She is highly attentive to detail, understands the specifics of our situation, and communicates details clearly without making them feel overwhelming. We are fortunate to have her as an in-network option!
    Jul 16, 2025
    Stay away from this clinic! I noticed red flags from the beginning and wish I had not ignored them. Go somewhere else covered by your insurance; if you are not using insurance, that is even more reason to avoid this clinic. We had an incident where my partner and another patient received an erroneous email about an appointment we did not actually have (I assume the clinic scheduled it without consulting us, since I could not get off work). The email was sent to my partner and another patient. This serious privacy breach makes me deeply concerned about their overall professionalism and protection of personal health information. We will pursue legal action over this blatant HIPAA violation. I am a healthcare provider myself, so this mistake sickens me. I feel sorry for the patient whose email address, containing her first and last name, was disclosed to my partner. Also, before we completed any testing recommended by Dr. Medica, she told us at our first appointment that “we may need IUI for our first pregnancy,” despite having no test results to support that recommendation. I have read many negative reviews of this clinic that resemble our experience. Do not ignore the warning signs; go elsewhere.
    Jul 10, 2025
    Apr 20, 2025
    I do not understand the negative reviews of this clinic. I found them after an absolutely terrible experience at UC San Diego, and I am incredibly grateful to Dr. Shelly and her entire team. They supported us through three miscarriages and one pregnancy, and we are now working with them toward #2. Everyone is compassionate and caring, and I have never been asked to pay an unexpected extra fee. I pay once at the start of a cycle, and Dr. Shelly sees me as often as needed. That number varies by cycle, and I do not pay extra for additional ultrasounds or visits. Dr. Shelly and her team respond quickly and thoroughly to every email and call. They are the best team I have ever had. When I cried after learning I had miscarried, they cared for my 5-year-old in the waiting room so he would not have to see me; they wrote him notes and drew pictures for him when I came in for surgery; they hugged me when I was discouraged and sad; and they laughed with me when I was excited and hopeful. I cannot speak for anyone else's experience, and fertility treatment is difficult, but Dr. Shelly and her care team changed everything for us. Please do not let negative reviews sway you. In all my years as their patient, I have never received poor care. Give this team a chance; they truly do wonderful work.
    Apr 20, 2025
    Jul 25, 2025
    Dr. Medica and Dr. Sunshine are both wonderful. I just had my first online consultation and am very satisfied with the care and service. I cannot wait for my next appointment!
    Jul 24, 2025
    Dr. Shelly is warm and friendly and makes you feel at home. She understands both the science and the process, while also being genuine and always looking out for you.
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    Aug 26, 2025
    Six years ago, after multiple unsuccessful attempts to conceive naturally, we began our fertility journey. We found Dr. Shelly through our employer benefits, and from our first visit, we knew she would take care of us. She always helped us navigate the weight of the process with ease, and her sense of humor, much like my husband's, always helped us relax. The support team was equally exceptional. Every nurse and staff member made me feel cared for and always encouraged me during blood draws and follow-up visits. That encouragement meant so much during such a difficult process. Today, we have two wonderful children, ages 5 and 18 months. We will always be grateful to Dr. Shelly and her team for giving us the chance to build our family. This clinic will always hold a special place in our hearts!
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    Sep 12, 2025
    If I could give 0 stars I would. No link then 20 min late to meeting. Said one thing then got a bill for $54.
    Sep 10, 2025
    I have been working with Dr. Shirley for some time, and she is both attentive and kind. This journey has not gone as smoothly as I hoped, but I have always felt seen, cared for, and supported.
    Sep 6, 2025
    I cannot say enough good things about my experience with Dr. Medica and her team. From the moment I entered the clinic, I felt comfortable, supported, and genuinely cared for. Her calm, professional manner immediately put me at ease. She explained every step of the process carefully, patiently answered all my questions, and ensured I was fully informed and confident moving forward. Beyond her expertise, what impressed me most was her kindness and genuine compassion. Fertility treatment can feel overwhelming, but she made me feel that I was not facing it alone. The entire staff were equally outstanding—warm, attentive, and highly supportive. Whether at the front desk, with the nurses, or during follow-up, every interaction was positive and reassuring. It is clear that they genuinely care about their patients and work together to provide the best possible experience. I am very grateful to have found Dr. Medica and her excellent team. They made this journey much easier, and I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone seeking fertility care.
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    Oct 15, 2025
    It was our first visit, and it is rare to actually see a doctor. Usually the providers have master's degrees and technician qualifications, but we met Dr. Shirley, who was warm and friendly. She greeted us with a hug, was funny, and truly felt like a friend. I am glad we found her.
    Oct 14, 2025
    I would not recommend this clinic—proceed at your own risk! We underwent IVF with Dr. Morales this April. Her waiting area displays many awards. Throughout treatment, we told her we wanted a fresh embryo transfer because it was included in the package, which could not be customized. She scheduled another appointment to discuss it and ensure we understood the process. We also worked with IVF nurse Alexa. After I confirmed that her instructions differed from what the doctor had told us, she still gave me incorrect directions for a medication and insisted I continue taking it. At my next follow-up, after I had taken it for several days, Dr. Morales said I should not have taken it, but assured me it was fine and that they could correct the issue with a different medication. They prescribed several medications but never told me to take them. I eventually came to the clinic daily, sometimes at any available time because Dr. Morales was fully booked. I saw her only twice during IVF; another doctor handled the rest. Neither would answer follow-up questions, and they rushed us out after at most five minutes before bloodwork. They also performed a saline ultrasound to ensure my uterus was clear for a fresh transfer. They found two small polyps and “adhesions.” We recorded the ultrasound, and at home the “adhesions” appeared to be caused by the injected saline. At my second visit with Dr. Morales, I had to ask about the results because she did not intend to discuss them. She said we needed another appointment to confirm the findings. My progesterone level was also not good, making a fresh transfer unlikely. At the next appointment, she explained that, due to the two small polyps, adhesions, and progesterone level, she would not perform the transfer. I asked what the point of prescribing progesterone suppositories was and whether they could maintain my progesterone to support pregnancy, but she did not answer. She did everything possible to prevent our desired fresh transfer. We therefore had to pay another $3,000–$5,000 for a frozen embryo transfer. If you are ineligible for a fresh transfer, you receive no refund and must pay more for a frozen transfer. This seemed absurd and made no sense, but it was too late to back out. On egg-retrieval day, we met the embryologist and retrieval doctor, who was not Dr. Morales, in the preoperative room. Before even receiving my eggs or my partner's sperm, the embryologist said, “You will be lucky to get one embryo; you will probably get none.” It felt as if they had already planned for our cycle to fail. They retrieved 10 eggs; 9 were mature and 5 fertilized. Development slowed on day 3. After more than 7 days, we received a call saying they had discarded the fertilized eggs because none developed into blastocysts. They did not offer to investigate why, and I do not even know whether testing was possible. In short, we felt deceived. It is unbelievable that none of five fertilized eggs developed fully and that the embryologist predicted before the procedure that we would get none or, if lucky, one. They do not listen. They only follow protocols and do not tailor care to individual needs. Like everyone else, they only want your money. We are devastated.
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    Amazing!!
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    Oct 31, 2025
    “Kate” kept talking about her support for Proposition 50 so much that we no longer felt safe receiving treatment.
    Oct 29, 2025
    Dr. Medica is warm, compassionate, and knowledgeable, and I am very grateful to have found her and this fertility care team. Although my fertility journey is just beginning, I already feel deeply cared for and hopeful. The FSMG team keeps me informed and responds quickly, providing tremendous comfort during this uncertain time in my life. I highly recommend this fertility clinic and Dr. Medica.
    Nov 25, 2025
    Nov 22, 2025
    I consulted three other fertility specialists, but the team at Fertility Specialists Medical Group was by far the best. Dr. Medica provided exceptional care and advice throughout my fertility treatment, and the support team was consistently responsive, efficient, and dedicated. Scheduling and communication by email and phone were seamless. I have only praise for the entire team. If you are unsure, start here—you will be glad you did. They truly care about you and your individual treatment journey. My husband feels the same way. Thank you all so much!
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    Nov 20, 2025
    Dr. Sherry is very warm and approachable. It was wonderful to see her again, and her detailed, reassuring explanation of the treatment process was excellent. I look forward to working with her again and trust that she will do everything she can. Highly recommended!
    Nov 19, 2025
    Highly recommended! Everyone is very kind and organized, and both the staff and doctors are highly professional.
    Dec 18, 2025
    Haven’t felt this cared for and listened to with any Dr before. Dr Medica has been nothing but caring. She explains everything so so well and makes me feel so comfortable and at peace during this tough and lengthily fertility journey.
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    Dec 14, 2025
    Our experience with Dr. Shelley and everyone here was excellent. I never felt dismissed or made to feel that my concerns or questions were foolish. Emails and calls were answered promptly and professionally.
    Dec 13, 2025
    Dr. Shelley is wonderful, and I highly recommend her. Two friends referred me, and I am grateful they did. She was kind and thorough, explaining the options, next steps, and—most importantly—the reasons behind her recommendations. I enjoyed the visit and look forward to continuing with her. Thank you, Dr. Shelley!
    Dec 13, 2025
    Years of infertility were incredibly difficult, but the care from Shelley and her team changed everything. Shelley is positive, approachable, and easy to talk to. Through IVF, we now have two wonderful sons and will always be grateful.
    Mar 18, 2026
    Dr. Wendy Shelly has been such an important part of my IVF journey over the past two years. I truly can’t say enough about how much she means to me and my family. She listens so carefully, always makes sure I feel heard, and isn’t afraid to guide me in a different direction when needed. I really respect how she balances compassion with honesty. She delivers news in a way that makes me feel safe and supported, no matter what the update is. My husband is just as big of a fan of hers as I am, which says a lot about the kind of care she provides. One of my favorite things about Dr. Shelly is her constant communication. She is always present, responsive, and fully invested, and she has truly never let me down. If you’re looking for a doctor who will work incredibly hard for you and stand by you through every step of your fertility journey, she is absolutely that person. I’m so grateful for everything she does and hope she continues this important, life-changing work for so many other women like me.
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    Dr. Medica is wonderful! She is professional, thorough, and kind, and made both my wife and me feel completely at ease. We look forward to continuing our care with her.
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    Dr. Morales is excellent. She is very knowledgeable and always lifts our spirits with a relaxed sense of humor. Our whole family is grateful to work with her.
    Feb 11, 2026
    Knowledgeable, listens carefully to us, and truly cares!
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    Mar 11, 2026
    Dr. Medica is amazing! From the moment you meet her, her calm, grounded presence immediately puts you at ease. Fertility treatment can be an emotional and stressful process, but she always explains everything clearly and simply, helping you feel reassured and supported at every step. She is highly knowledgeable and approachable and never makes you feel rushed or foolish for asking questions. Every visit feels like a conversation with someone who genuinely cares about you and your fertility journey. Put it this way: if calm, confidence, and compassion were hormones, Dr. Medica would keep mine perfectly balanced. 😄 I highly recommend her to anyone on a fertility journey!
    Mar 11, 2026
    Dr. Medica is amazing! From the moment you meet her, her calm, grounded presence immediately puts you at ease. Fertility treatment can be an emotional and stressful process, but she always explains everything clearly and simply, helping you feel reassured and supported at every step. She is highly knowledgeable and approachable and never makes you feel rushed or foolish for asking questions. Every visit feels like a conversation with someone who genuinely cares about you and your fertility journey. Put it this way: if calm, confidence, and compassion were hormones, Dr. Medica would keep mine perfectly balanced. 😄 I highly recommend her to anyone on a fertility journey!
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    Dr. McNally was very kind and approachable. She made me feel at ease and explained everything she was doing in detail. Highly recommended.
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    Always kind and accommodating
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    If I could give Dr. Shirley 7 out of 5, I would! We absolutely love her. She is very approachable and an expert in her field. She always made us feel heard and reassured. Thank you so much, Dr. Shirley!
    May 27, 2026
    May 23, 2026
    I have been a patient at FSMG for many years. They have shown me nothing but care, kindness, and love. The front desk staff, nurses, and doctors are professional, communicative, and knowledgeable. Infertility is an extremely painful and difficult time. FSMG was a light that brought hope and joy.
    May 12, 2026
    May 12, 2026
    Dr. Medica was very supportive, attentive, and approachable. This was exactly what we needed on our fertility journey!
    May 5, 2026
    Dr. Medica is very attentive, kind, and easy to communicate with. I previously saw two reproductive endocrinologists, but she is by far my favorite! The entire experience with her and her team was very smooth. I felt exceptionally well cared for under her care. I also love that she always smiles! I wish I had found her sooner. I highly recommend her!
    Jun 26, 2026
    每次见到麦克纳利医生，她都非常棒！她把所有治疗步骤都解释得很清楚，而且既体贴又平易近人。
    Jun 16, 2026
    我们对FSMG赞不绝口！ 我们有幸与莫拉莱斯医生合作，我们的女儿将于2026年12月出生，我们衷心感谢她。莫拉莱斯医生学识渊博，对工作极其投入。与她见面后，您就能感受到她在该领域的专业素养。有时，我会在预约时跟她提及我读到的一项新的试管婴儿研究，而她早已对这项研究了如指掌——从研究者到研究结果的深入解读，她都了如指掌。 莫拉莱斯医生会直言不讳地指出您的具体情况，并给出最佳的后续建议。我们曾就一些难以接受的消息向她提出过一些建议，她非常乐意接受，并在之后的每次就诊中都进行了调整。每个人的沟通方式都不同——但还有什么比一位能够以开放的心态回应您的沟通方式建议并加以改进的医生更令人欣然接受的呢？ 整个试管婴儿过程中，护理团队都非常支持我们，而且细致周到。我们非常感谢她们的悉心照料，以及她们花在我们身上的时间，确保我们了解接下来的步骤、如何测量和注射药物，并在整个过程中及时跟进。她们都非常亲切，让整个过程感觉不那么冷冰冰，更有人情味。 总而言之，如果您正在寻找进行生育治疗的机构，我们强烈推荐FSMG——不仅因为他们拥有优秀的团队，还因为他们提供的治疗效果！
    Jun 11, 2026
    我找梅迪卡医生看病已经一年多了，我真心感激她在我和我丈夫的求子之路上给予的悉心照料和支持。她非常关心病人，善解人意，富有同情心，总是让我们感到被倾听和支持。你能感受到她真心热爱自己的工作，并且充满热情地帮助她的病人。我们非常幸运能有她指导我们走过这段历程。莱克西医生，谢谢您！我们爱您！
    Aug 24, 2019
    Dr. Morales is the best doctor I have ever met. She was kind and went above and beyond to help me relax during IVF treatment, which meant so much to me! She is extremely knowledgeable and professional and takes time to explain everything. The nurses and assistants are genuinely kind and friendly and, like Dr. Morales, are always happy to answer every question. I highly recommend this place!
    Oct 17, 2017
    Dr. Morales is unmatched, and I wish we had found her sooner. She is not only kind, compassionate, and professional but also exceptionally capable and thorough in her explanations. She ensures that everything is explained in detail throughout the process. Struggling to have a baby is a frightening and emotional journey, but if you are fortunate enough to have Dr. Morales beside you, you will not feel so alone amid the uncertainty. This office is immediately warm and welcoming, with positive energy and helpful staff.
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    I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Morales and her team. Everyone is friendly, knowledgeable, and prompt. I highly recommend this clinic to anyone struggling with fertility issues; I am confident you will be well cared for.
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    Dr. Arlene Morales is amazing. She is incredibly intelligent and straightforward, which I greatly appreciate—especially in a field that can sometimes feel sugarcoated or confusing. At the same time, she is very kind and compassionate when it matters most. I always felt that she put women first and genuinely cared about me and had my best interests at heart.
    Sep 26, 2025
    Dr. Medica is wonderful. He is very attentive, responsive to our needs, and caring.
    Feb 11, 2025
    我在医疗领域工作多年，从未遇到过如此糟糕的服务。这里唯一善良的人是雪莉医生，但莫拉莱斯医生唯利是图，缺乏同理心。她拒绝与患者直接沟通，不额外收费就不回复任何患者。我付费咨询了一次，结果却被告知了错误的信息。当我联系前台询问与那次预约相关的后续问题时，他们却告诉我需要再次预约并付费咨询。（如果有医疗事故律师，请务必调查一下这家诊所。） 这绝对是我去过的最差的诊所。他们用各种治疗方案吸引你，一旦你投入了时间，就只能忍受一个只索取不付出的医生。评论已经说明了一切——这个地方糟透了。 前台接待员艾琳可能是最糟糕的，她故意说一些话来激怒患者。例如： 我：我的一次咨询因为线路故障而被迫中断。您能帮我重新安排预约并免除费用吗？ 艾琳：不行，您需要再次付费。 第二次，我打电话咨询另一个问题： 我：我去年做了卵泡计数，但你们诊所一直没有回复我。请问有人可以帮我吗？我不想因为你们公司的疏忽而支付两次费用。 艾琳：因为已经过去一年了，所以您需要重新办理。 她随后提到可以把我转接到财务部门了解更多信息——但这与我的问题无关。 我之前和莫拉莱斯医生预约时，由于信号不好被断线了。重新预约后，他们向我的保险公司重复收取了100多美元，并要求我支付两次定金。更糟糕的是，他们当时正在进行内部调整，却没有告知我检查结果。最终，我去了另一家生育诊所，那家诊所的情况好得多，但他们建议我最好只找一位医生，因为之前已经做过多次检查了。于是，我极不情愿地回到了这里——结果却被告知，由于时间已过去近一年，我需要重新办理所有手续，并再次支付之前的费用，原因是他们缺乏管理。 此时，我可能会召集其他患者分享他们的遭遇，并探讨可能的应对措施，因为这家诊所不应该被允许这样对待顾客。 更糟糕的是，我之前一直和凯拉联系，她会给我发送信息并回复邮件——直到她突然毫无预兆地停止了联系。诊所甚至没有设置自动回复邮件通知我她不在。一个月后，我仍然没有收到任何回复，于是我再次联系了诊所，艾琳告诉我： “你应该直接发邮件到我们的公共邮箱，因为员工不在的时候，你不会收到回复。” 这种处理客户服务的方式令人无法接受。如果员工不在，应该通过自动回复邮件告知患者需要联系其他机构。凯拉原本负责我的病例，我怎么可能知道需要改用公共邮箱呢？ 这家诊所管理混乱、缺乏职业道德，而且只注重盈利。千万不要去。
    Mar 6, 2026
    She seemed to lack empathy and appeared genuinely tired of her job. It felt like she dismissed my concerns as unreasonable and treated everything as simple.
    Aug 22, 2025
    Like the others said, do not come here. The experience was terrible from first to last. No answers and old-fashioned thinking. Dr. Morales and the team treated me disrespectfully, charged my card, and never responded. We spent $825 and received no answers. This is only the tip of the iceberg of our experience. Avoid this place if possible.
    Jul 28, 2025
    I would not recommend this clinic; proceed at your own risk! We underwent IVF with Dr. Morales in April. Many awards hang in the clinic's waiting area. Throughout treatment, we told her we wanted a fresh embryo transfer because it was included in the package. The package cannot be customized. She scheduled another appointment because we wanted a fresh transfer and needed to discuss the process with us. We also worked with Alexa, the IVF nurse. After I confirmed that her instructions differed from what the doctor had told us at the appointment, she still gave me incorrect medication instructions and insisted I continue taking it. At my next follow-up after several days on the medication, Dr. Morales said I should not have taken it. She assured me that starting another medication at the wrong time was fine and could be corrected with different medication. They prescribed several medications but never told me to take them. I eventually came to the clinic every day. Sometimes I had to accept any available time because Dr. Morales was fully booked. I saw her only twice during IVF treatment; another doctor saw me the rest of the time. Whenever I asked follow-up questions, neither doctor engaged. They rushed us out. Visits lasted at most 5 minutes before bloodwork. They also performed a saline ultrasound to ensure my uterus was clear before a fresh transfer. They found two small polyps and “adhesions.” We recorded the entire ultrasound, and the “adhesions” appeared to be caused by the saline being injected before they took a screenshot. I swear we did not question her during the examination; we only reviewed the video at home. My second visit with Dr. Morales was supposed to discuss the ultrasound results, but she had no intention of discussing them until I asked. She said we needed another appointment to confirm the findings. My progesterone level was also poor, making a fresh transfer unlikely. At another appointment, she explained that based on her ethics, she did not want to transfer an embryo because of the two small polyps, adhesions, and low progesterone. I asked what the point of prescribing progesterone suppositories was. Would they not maintain progesterone to support pregnancy? She did not answer. She did everything possible to prevent our desired fresh embryo transfer. We therefore had to pay another $3-5 thousand for a frozen embryo transfer. If you do not qualify for a fresh transfer, you receive no refund and must pay more for a frozen transfer. I think that is absurd and makes no sense. It was too late for us to back out. On egg retrieval day, we met the embryologist and the retrieval doctor, who was not Dr. Morales, in the preoperative room. The embryologist told us, “You will be lucky to get one embryo, and you may get none.” I wondered why she would say that before they had even collected my eggs or his sperm. It felt as though they had already planned for our cycle to fail. They retrieved 10 eggs; 9 were mature and 5 fertilized and were monitored. Development slowed on day 3, but we did not receive a call until after day 7, when they said they had discarded the fertilized eggs because none developed into blastocysts. They did not offer to investigate why they failed to reach the blastocyst stage so we could understand the reason, and I do not even know whether testing could have identified the issue. In short, we were scammed. It is hard to believe that none of five fertilized eggs developed fully, especially after the embryologist told us before the procedure that we would get no embryos or would be lucky to get one. They do not listen to you. They only follow standard protocols and do not tailor treatment to individual needs. Like everyone else, they only want your money. We are devastated.
    Jul 1, 2025
    We had a very positive experience with Dr. Morales, and I am surprised by some of the negative reviews. After recurrent miscarriages and visits to several hospitals, we finally decided to see a reproductive specialist. She was very understanding and had clearly reviewed my entire medical history carefully before my appointment. She knew exactly which tests we had already completed and which were still needed. She explained everything thoroughly, told us what additional testing was required, and her office helped schedule all our appointments. She tested for issues other doctors had missed, and we ultimately discovered an autoimmune disorder. After receiving the results, she encouraged us to continue trying naturally before proceeding with IUI/IVF because she believed we could conceive again. I was surprised by reviews suggesting she was motivated by money, because our experience was the opposite. She even said, "From a financial standpoint, continuing to try naturally is in your best interest."... After 4 months of trying, we became pregnant. Her clinic did an excellent job arranging early ultrasounds to confirm the pregnancy. When my OB-GYN's office could not schedule me at 10 weeks, I called Dr. Morales, and her team said I could have the 10-week scan there. Ultrasounds after a miscarriage are truly frightening, and Dr. Morales was very supportive and understanding. She is direct, but when it comes to fertility, I want someone who will be honest. We are very grateful to her and her team and would definitely recommend them.
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    Oct 28, 2023
    I cannot believe the 2 one-star reviews I read here. The way they describe Dr. Morales is the complete opposite of my two-year experience with her and her staff. She was very kind, had a sense of humor, was helpful, and explained everything to us in detail. We went through 3 IVF cycles, and she and her staff did everything they could to help us obtain the medications we needed. She also directed us to the least expensive pharmacy for costly medications, and her staff told us the cost of each next step before we proceeded. So I do not understand anyone who says she is money-hungry. Perhaps those one-star reviewers do not understand how much IVF costs. My husband and I are so glad we were referred to Dr. Morales! Without her, we would not have our one-year-old baby girl!
    Oct 17, 2024
    Thank you, Dr. Morales and team. Our children are now 14 and 11, and I still think of you often with love and gratitude. We were late to parenthood and almost missed our chance, but you changed that. The past 14 years have been the best years of our lives.
    Feb 11, 2025
    I have worked in healthcare for many years and have never experienced service this poor. The only kind person here is Dr. Shelly, but Dr. Morales is purely motivated by money and lacks empathy. She refuses direct contact and will not respond to any patient without an additional fee. I paid for a consultation that was cut short, and when I asked the front desk a follow-up question related to that same appointment, I was told I had to book and pay for another consultation. If any medical malpractice attorneys are reading this, please investigate this clinic. This is by far the worst clinic I have visited. They draw you in with treatment, and once you have invested time, you are trapped with a provider who keeps taking and gives nothing in return. The reviews speak for themselves—this place is terrible. The receptionist Irene may be the worst of them. She deliberately says things that upset patients. For example: Me: One of my consultations was interrupted because the connection dropped. Can you help me reschedule and waive the charge? Irene: No, you have to pay again. The second time, I called with another issue: Me: I had a follicle count last year, but your practice never followed up. Can someone help me? I do not want to pay twice because of your company's negligence. Irene: You have to start over because it has been a year. She then said she could transfer me to finance for more information, but that had nothing to do with my concern. My meeting with Dr. Morales was also disconnected because of poor reception. When I rescheduled, they billed my insurance twice for more than $100 and required me to pay two deposits. On top of that, they were undergoing internal changes but failed to inform me of my results. I eventually went to another fertility clinic that was much better, but they recommended staying with one provider because several procedures had already been performed. I reluctantly returned here, only to be told that nearly a year had passed and, because of their disorganization, I had to repeat all the paperwork and pay the original amount again. At this point, I may gather other patients to share their experiences and explore possible action, because this clinic should not treat clients this way. Even worse, I had been communicating with Keila, who sent me messages and replied to emails until she suddenly stopped without warning. There was not even an automated message saying she was unavailable. After a month with no reply, I contacted the clinic again, and Irene told me: 'You should only email our general address because you will not get a reply when an employee is out of the office.' This is not an acceptable way to handle customer service. If an employee is away, an automatic email should tell patients to contact someone else. Keila initially handled my case, so how was I supposed to know I needed to switch to the general email? This clinic is disorganized, unethical, and focused only on profit. Avoid it at all costs.

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