About SGF Houston - Texas Medical Center

SGF Houston - Texas Medical Center in the United States offers advanced fertility care including fertility testing, IUI, and IVF.

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    1. Compassionate physician leadership
    Dr. Candice O'Hern consistently offers honest, patient‑centered consultations, explaining options with clarity and empathy. She tailors protocols to individual histories, explores alternative treatments, and remains supportive throughout the journey, contributing to successful pregnancies and high patient confidence.
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    2. Responsive nursing staff
    Nurses Brittany, Taylor, Amber, Vanessa, and others are praised for rapid replies to messages, thorough explanations of next steps, and compassionate bedside care. Their attentiveness during IUI cycles, HSG, and IVF procedures helps patients feel well‑supported and informed.
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    3. Seamless procedural experience
    Patients report smooth scheduling, quick turnaround of test results, and comfortable execution of HSG, SIS, and IUI procedures. The clinic’s efficient workflow reduces anxiety and contributes to positive outcomes such as successful conceptions on early cycles.

warningWhat to watch out for at SGF Houston - Texas Medical Center?

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    1. Inconsistent phone and portal communication
    Several patients experienced long wait times, unanswered voicemails, and delayed callbacks, especially at the Clearlake and Fannin offices. This hampers timely coordination of appointments, medication queries, and insurance confirmations.
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    2. Billing and insurance transparency issues
    Unexpected additional charges and unclear coverage explanations have been reported. Patients cite difficulty obtaining detailed price lists, delayed billing resolutions, and mismatched insurance information that required extensive follow‑up.
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    3. Facility cleanliness concerns at specific sites
    One location was described as having unclean waiting areas, shared urine samples in bathrooms, and outdated furniture, leading to discomfort and a perception of lower standards compared with other clinics.

Fertility Treatment Prices at SGF Houston - Texas Medical Center

Starting prices from clinic price lists. Packages and included services vary. The final cost depends on your treatment plan.

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Consultation
from US$325

Testing and consultation cost without insurance

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Prices are indicative only. The clinic will confirm the exact cost during consultation.

Source: shadygrovefertility.com

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SGF Houston - Texas Medical Center — Patient Reviews

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M*** B.
14 October 2026
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Hi, my nurse Marissa Sanchez has been very helpful with the whole process and answering any question i have. Everyone at Shady Grove has been amazing!

Clinic response

14 October 2026

Thank you for your kind comments. At SGF, providing our patients an exceptional experience is our number one goal. We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.

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S*** E.
3 October 2026
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Thumbs up for Ms. Vanessa. Everytime I have a question or something mess up with billing department, she was always there to resolved the problem. Im currently a patient of Dr. O'hern. She is really…

Clinic response

8 October 2026

Thank you so much for sharing your kind words. At SGF, we strive to provide the highest level of care for our patients. We appreciate hearing feedback like this as it inspires us to know we are making such an impact on those that place their trust in us. We are grateful that you took the time to share with us and the community.

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T*** T.
2 October 2026
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Our Patient Care Coordinator Vanessa, has been amazing!! Fast response, knowledgeable and very supportive as we begin our fertility journey. Thank you!!

Clinic response

8 October 2026

Thank you for sharing your kind words. At SGF, we are committed to providing the highest level of care to our patients. Feedback like yours motivates us, as it reinforces the positive impact we have on those who place their trust in us. We are truly grateful that you took the time to share your experience with us and the community.

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E*** R.
2 October 2026
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My partner and I have had a great experience at Shady Grove Fertility. Vanessa has been a wonderful source of support and is always willing to answer any questions we have. Very appreciative to work…

Clinic response

8 October 2026

Thank you for your kind words. At SGF, delivering an exceptional experience for our patients is our top priority. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.

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21 August 2026
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I just had the worst experience here with the ultrasound tech! I understand that she doesn’t want to take pictures or videos, but then she refuses to take a picture of the heartbeat for us to have…

Clinic response

15 September 2026

We are truly sorry to hear that you did not receive the level of service we strive to offer our patients. Please accept our sincere apologies. The experience you’ve described falls short of our care standards, and we understand how it could be both disappointing and frustrating. If you're open to it, our Patient Experience Team would appreciate the opportunity to discuss this further and work toward a resolution. They can be reached directly at 301-631-1624 or via email at SGFPatientAdvocate@sgfertility.com.

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J*** R.
20 August 2026
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What a joke of an organization. This place only exists to push freezing your eggs so they can charge you a monthly fee for holding them. That's it. DO NOT GO HERE!

Clinic response

15 September 2026

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We would like to have a better understanding about your experience. Please reach out to our Patient Experience Advocate by calling 301-631-1624 (or by emailing SGFPatientAdvocate@sgfertility.com) at your earliest convenience and we will do our best to resolve this with you. We use all patient feedback as an opportunity to learn and improve our care.

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16 June 2026
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As a husband, I will always be grateful for Vanessa. From the very beginning of our fertility journey, she was there for us every step of the way. …

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Clinic response

17 July 2026

Thank you for your kind words. At SGF, delivering an exceptional experience for our patients is our top priority. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.

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S*** E.
16 June 2026
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When I first called Shady Grove Fertility to begin our fertility journey, I had no idea that the person who answered the phone would become such an important part of our lives. That person was…

Clinic response

17 July 2026

Thank you for sharing your kind words. At SGF, we are committed to providing the highest level of care to our patients. Feedback like yours motivates us, as it reinforces the positive impact we have on those who place their trust in us. We are truly grateful that you took the time to share your experience with us and the community.

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S*** K.
23 May 2026
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I cannot say enough good things about my experience at Shady Grove- TMC! I was a patient of Dr. Shah (Woodlands) but the med center was closer to my house so I did all of my monitoring there!…

Clinic response

17 June 2026

We’d like to thank you for your kind words! At SGF, our goal is to provide quality care to our patients, and we are very appreciative of your positive feedback.

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P*** T.
7 May 2026
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I am a proud veteran that was referred to this clinic 4-5 months ago. Every single time my cycle came around and all my testing was done and vial was ordered they skipped through and pushed my…

SGF Houston - Texas Medical Center — FAQ

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Shady Grove Fertility Houston – Texas Medical Center is part of the national Shady Grove Fertility network, which celebrated more than 100,000 babies born and over 30 years of continuous innovation in reproductive medicine. The Houston location was recognized as the #1 physician practice for reproductive care by Castle Connolly in 2024 and hosts the nation’s largest internationally renowned donor egg program, with all donors fully screened. It ranks among the top five egg‑freezing programs in the United States and offers a 100% refund guarantee on IVF and donor‑egg cycles, reflecting its commitment to high success rates and patient‑centered care.

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