At RMACT, we always appreciate hearing how we’ve helped our patients with one of the most important and moving transitions in their lives. We share some of their wonderful stories here.
Fertility Treatment Patients & Their Stories on the Path to Fertility
My husband and I were introduced to RMA approximately two and a half years ago. We were devastated. We had been trying to have a second child for about a year without any luck. How was it possible to have a honeymoon baby without any problems and then have such trouble? It had never occurred to me that having a baby, the most natural thing in the world, might never happen. We had started with an OB and some Clomid. When that did not work she recommended Dr. Spencer Richlin.
All the doors suddenly began to open. Infertility is a scary and confusing time. There are emotional highs and lows and steps that are exhausting and draining. Step by step, all the doctors and staff at RMA took us through 4 IUI and and 4 IVF procedures.
The Doctors, nurses, and technicians all worked as a team to get positive results. There was constant tweaking and changes to procedures and medications. Constant monitoring to make sure that you, the patient, were receiving the best care and the baby that everyone is looking for. There was always someone to answer questions or just listen when the results were not what anyone wants to hear. There were also heart to heart conversations about the reality of money and odds.
After two and a half years, I am happy to report that with the help of the RMA team we will be having a little girl in March of 2012. It is because of the amazing RMA staff that our family will be complete.
J.A., Southport, CT
I can not say enough about the care and attention I received from the doctors, nurses and staff at RMA of Connecticut. Infertility is a stressful and scary word that no one wants to admit has happened to them. My husband and I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Leondires after leaving another practice. The difference was night and day! He was always on time and spent time with us. I never felt rushed or that he was annoyed by my questions. He is extremely knowledgeable and up to date on the needs of his patients. Dr. Leondires was very hands-on, sometimes calling me after hours just to check on me! The nurses at RMA are also top-notch. I received my share of good and bad news….both were presented in a kind and compassionate manner. They felt like friends! Thank you Carrie, Laura, and of course Kathleen! I am happy to say that I am currently pregnant after a frozen embryo transfer. I am so grateful to everyone at RMA!
C. B. Poughquag, NY
Words cannot express how thankful we are to you and your wonderful staff for all of your help and support during this process. Our fears, doubts, and anxiety about this process quickly dissipated after meeting with you for our initial consultation. Each staff member that we came into contact with further validated out confidence in RMACT. We truly felt we were not in this alone. Throughout the process we greatly appreciated your realistic approach, your honesty, and most of all your sense of humor. Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to answer our questions regarding medical procedures in a manner that we could understand. Thank you for personally calling us prior to each procedure. Those calls meant so much to both of us and again reminded us that we were not alone. Most of all thank you for the call to inform us that this cycle was successful. Having such a professional, intelligent, caring team behind us made this a very positive experience. It really takes a special team of individuals to do what you do every day. It is evident that your extensive knowledge, medical expertise, your commitment to your patients, and your welcoming personality has changed the lives of so many people, including us! You and your team truly make a difference.
K. S., New Windsor, NY
“I believe God brings people, some for a short period of time and others forever, into our lives, and although I was RMACT for a little over a year, they will be a part of our lives forever. The dedication of our doctor, Dr. Hurwitz, and nurses and staff was an experience that we will always treasure. Their follow through, care, concern and the attitude that “we will never give up” is an attitude that still brings tears of joy to my eyes! I thank God everyday for our pregnancy and I thank God for bringing RMA of Connecticut into our lives.”
A.G., Scarborough, NY
Dear Dr. Leondires,
We never thought we would be in a position where we had to worry about weekly blood tests, nightly injections and tearful consultations just to have a baby but life is full of things you don’t expect – some good and some challenging. Through this particular challenge you have been a great guide and support. You have always helped us understand all of our options, considered the cost/insurance impacts with us, and in the end helped us choose a course of treatment that was right for our situation.
When it became clear that things were not working as we had hoped after our first IVF cycle you were there to offer reassurance. We appreciated your flexibility and patience the week leading up to the surgery and especially the night of the surgery. You really helped us by calming our fears, helping us make a decision, and seeing us through the night (from arrival at the hospital to explaining the findings afterwards). Of course we are also thankful for the success of the procedure and the fact that we were through the hospital quickly with no further complications and with a quick recovery. The fact that you rescheduled appointments to come and do the surgery and then followed up the next day – on a Saturday – was above and beyond.
So we just wanted to say thank you. Thank you for always hearing us out, for giving us guidance when we felt lost, for always providing hope when we feel on the edge of being hopeless, for reaching out on your day off, for going the extra mile for your patients. It means the world to us.
Sincerely,
C.S. Weston, CT
Dear Dr. Leondires,
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! I will forever remember your birthday for many reasons:
1). We found out we were expecting on your birthday, which a week later turned out to be TWINS. 2). Considering how important you have been in our lives, we tend not to forget things like that.3). A birthday is a birthday and it’s that special day that you should be celebrated.
You do terrific things at RMACT, you make so many people happy, and I hope that you realize that each day. Even with the stress of the procedures and sometimes not a positive outcome, the hope that you give and the determination you show means the world to the patients.
A.K., Brewster, NY
We are the proud parents of 3 ½ year old twin girls and a 1 ½ year old son, all of whom were “conceived” at RMACT. We switched from another practice to RMACT, and the difference was night and day. We have nothing but fabulous things to say about the care of our doctors and nurses at RMACT – all of whom were friendly, straight-forward, helpful and ethical. They involved us in every decision and we always had final say. We have a family thanks to RMACT.
C.R., Norwalk, CT
Trying to conceive our first born was a long journey with many obstacles, but through it all RMACT was tremendous. Dr. Leondires gave us the best care and support that any couple could find. Looking back, what stands out the most to us is the time he took to explain, often with great detail, exactly what was happening and making us comfortable with the treatment we sought. It is not only the doctors that make a difference, but the staff as well. My patient care coordinator, Cori, and nurse, Nora, quickly got to know me. They made sure all of our needs, including my emotional ones, were met. We will never be able to thank them enough for what they have done for us and every time I look into my son’s eyes, I am reminded of the hard work and dedication it took to help create him.
CS, Newburgh, NY
“I suffer from Endometriosis and was blessed with two children. I am a Night Nurse for people that have premature multiple births.Many of my clients have had Dr. Leondires as their Fertility Specialist and I have heard nothing but wonderful things about his staff, bedside manner and results of pregnancy. Based on my clients response I would personally use and highly recommend Dr. Leondires as a specialist in his field.”
Jenn
John and I cannot thank you enough for giving us this opportunity to announce that we are PARENTS!! Our healthy baby boy was born in November weighing in at a hefty 8 lbs 7 oz and measuring 21 inches long.
After all of the emotional ups and downs we traveled through along our journey of infertility, the ending has been priceless. After being released to our OB/Gyn, the pregnancy continued to progress flawlessly and I had the most unimaginable nine months of my life! I cherished every day I was pregnant, lived every moment of it, and treasured every sensation of growing this beautiful life.
You gave us the chance to become a mother and father, and we will be forever grateful. Your encouragement, patience, knowledge and magic are what brought our son to us. He is truly a miracle and we have you to thank.
J.N., Stratford, CT
Everyone at RMA changed my life! You gave my husband and me our precious little daughter. What will remain with me for my entire life, besides this little angel we were blessed with, is the dignity, the warmth, the unwavering understanding and compassion every staff member showed me. I never felt alone throughout this incredibly difficult experience. Words really don’t do justice to the gratitude I have for RMACT. A special thank you to my other angel, Linda Connolly, my nurse. She literally and figuratively held my hand every step of this journey.
L.G., Westport, CT
Dr. Leondires, your gift as a doctor is not just that you are good at what you do; you combine great professionalism with empathy and compassion for what people like Tom and myself are experiencing. It is hard to receive some of the news that you have to share at times, but we felt comforted by your help and totally confident in your ability to help us. Your genuine happiness for us as we “graduated” from RMACT made it clear that you are truly in the right profession! We also wanted to tell you how fantastic your staff is, although I’m sure you already know. Christina is just wonderful – she too combines professionalism with compassion in just the right dose. She was so patient with all my questions and my many calls! And Amy Matton is equally fantastic. An hour of acupuncture with her is not only healing for the body, but also for the soul. She has a peaceful, gentle and comforting demeanor that just permeates what she does. It’s impossible not to feel cared for after a session!
