Do You Ever Call Your RE?

patchen30 · July 2010

I have called my RE maybe 2x since I've been working with him (since Jan., through 2 IVFs). Once it was b/c I had a question post ET about my embryos, and once it was for a phone WTF which he offered to do.

I just called him again to ask my question about whether frozen sperm was less effective in an IVF cycle b/c DH and I are trying to figure out some scheduling around our next IVF. I totally feel guilty/like the problem patient calling him for something like that, but I didn't feel comfortable w/ the nurse's wishy-washy response and this is important.

ohiostategal · July 2010

I haven't though I have just started cycling with him and am not doing IVF. He gave me his direct number though just in case. I think it is totally acceptable for you to call.

07may07 · July 2010

My WTF's are usually over the phone. I haven't spoken to the doctor for other reasons, but it sounds like your question for the doctor was perfectly reasonable. Since the nurse couldn't give you a definitive answer, it's good that you asked the doctor. The answer is important to your cycle.

roselln2 · July 2010

I think that calling your RE 3x since January is totally reasonable and you shouldn't feel bad... especially considering how much money, time and emotion you are putting into this process.

momto3cats · July 2010

I think it is totally acceptable to call, but I know what you mean. I've never called because I am afraid of being the problem patient.

mrshoppy_1231 · July 2010

I usually email my RE. If he's not busy he answers the emails himself but sometimes the nurses answer them. It's pretty handy and I don't feel bad bothering him. I know if he's busy one of the nurses will help me out. I don't think your situation is a lot at all!

Married071709 · July 2010

I talk to her nurse when I call. She has had good information some phone calls and other times it will be wishy washy.

Missy0708 · July 2010

I call my RE when I don't feel comfortable asking the question of my nurse. He has never made me feel bad or annoying when I call and he always returns my calls quickly. He has actually called me to check on me after the ER and ET. Needless to say, I love him!

Also, to possibly help with your question, my RE said FET had just as good a chance as working for us as fresh. And I did get pregnant with our first FET! HTH and GL!

madelyn07 · July 2010

No, I've never called my RE. I honestly don't even know how I'd go about doing that..the only # they give out is for the nurse message line. My RE has called me once though, when I was in the hospital right before my surgery.

Ali212 · July 2010

Yes, but at my REs, they expect me to do that. They give really one-on-one attention....every time I go in, I see him and if I need to spend time consulting / talking, he makes the time. I can also call at any time and he'll either speak to me or call me back later if he's busy. I don't feel badly at all and they don't make me feel guilty....I spend so much $$ there (it's private so they're more expensive to begin with and all OOP for me) and thye pride themselves on their patient-dr attention.

MrsP71506 · July 2010

I call my RE quite a bit and everytime I do he always says that if I have any other questions or concerns to never hesitate to call him.

I don't have a direct line, but you call the office and leave a message and they call you back that day.

newsbaby · July 2010

Ali212:
Yes, but at my REs, they expect me to do that. They give really one-on-one attention....every time I go in, I see him and if I need to spend time consulting / talking, he makes the time. I can also call at any time and he'll either speak to me or call me back later if he's busy. I don't feel badly at all and they don't make me feel guilty....I spend so much $$ there (it's private so they're more expensive to begin with and all OOP for me) and thye pride themselves on their patient-dr attention.

I wonder if we go to the same place. I have emailed and called my RE directly countless times. He never made me feel like I was a bother. This practice is one of a kind though in that respect.

I would not feel guilty for calling. You are paying him a lot of $ and you are leaving the status of your life in his hands - its very important you feel confident with what you are doing.

SweetDahlia · July 2010

I have only talked to my nurse. I think if he gave you his number that you should feel free to call him, I am sure you know what's important.

Want a personalized experience?

Do You Ever Call Your RE?

Re: Do You Ever Call Your RE?

Choose Another Board

Search Boards