Dr. Manuel Alvarez (HUMC in Hackensack, NJ)...stay with him or stay away?

anoush23

I have had a couple appointments with Dr. Alvarez and am iffy if I should stay with him once I conceive.  A red flag was that he told me I could continue to take one of my prescription medications while trying to conceive, stop taking it once I find out I'm pregnant, and then I can resume as needed after 17 weeks.  I got three more opinions (my specialist on my condition, a second ob/gyn who I won't be able to stay with as she's too far for me, and a pharmacist)...each one told me to stay away from that medication even while I'm trying to conceive.  I was told by the three that the only time I could take it is from the first day of my period to right before I ovulate, which ensures I am not pregnant while taking it.  I understand he his a high-risk pregnancy doctor and has to be innovative to make strides in this area, but at what cost?  I do have another doctor I can go to, who I hear is also great...but I wanted opinions/input on Dr. Alvarez before I give him up.  Thank you!!

momitobe

Dr gerardis at HUMC is amazing!!!!

anoush23

Thank you, momitobe...unfortunately she is not covered by my insurance.  Any input on Dr. Alvarez though?  It wasn't easy to get an appointment with him (he had to approve my case before I got in), so I just wanted some feedback on him before I give up being his patient and move on. 

momitobe

Don't know Alvarez. I can ask around for you

anoush23

I'd really appreciate it momitobe!  Thank you