The Center for Fertility and Gynecology

My wife and I went to Dr. Tolou at The Center 4 Fertility & Gynecology and were absolutely thrilled with the care we received from her and the team here. We felt so well taken care of, Dr. Tolou always knew who we were and our history every time we spoke to her. She remembered medications we were on (outside of fertility meds) and any other concerns or conditions to be aware of. She had a wonderful cheerful bedside manner and was always available after hours if needed. when I had a miscarriage they got us in immediately the next morning to check me out, and made sure we were taken care of and received the confirmation we needed.Through all of our treatments, egg retrieval, 2 reciprocal transfers and 1 transfer into my wife, we worked with Dr. Tolou and Nurse Zenia. Zenia truly felt like a friend by the end and the joy both of them had for us felt genuine. We never felt like a number and we always saw the dr for all ultrasounds and appointments, and whenever we received a call it was always from zenia. It was wonderful to have consistency in our care team and to feel like they truly cared about us as people. We cannot recommend this clinic and Dr. Tolou enough, and we are currently 17 weeks pregnant with our little miracle.

My experience with Dr. Vermesh and his clinic was deeply disappointing and, frankly, unacceptable—especially for something as serious and emotional as IVF. From the very beginning, it felt like neither Dr. Vermesh nor his staff had a clear understanding of my case. At multiple appointments, I was asked to re-explain why I was there, and comments were made that were completely irrelevant to my situation. While I understand that doctors see many patients, I expect at a minimum that my chart would be reviewed before each visit. That basic level of care and professionalism was consistently lacking. I chose this clinic based on a recommendation from a friend who had undergone IUI here. However, IVF is a far more complex process, and the level of care I received did not reflect that. While their pricing may initially seem more affordable, you ultimately pay for it in the quality of treatment, communication, and overall experience. Throughout the entire process, communication was extremely poor. I had little to no direct support from Dr. Vermesh, and the staff was unhelpful, rude, and often dismissive. There was no sense of compassion or attentiveness during what is already an incredibly stressful and emotional journey. Medically, my case was handled in a way that I—and other doctors I’ve since consulted—find very concerning. I was initially told I had 14 follicles, but 19 were discovered during the procedure. Despite this, I ended up with only one viable embryo, and my recovery from the retrieval was debilitating, something I wasn’t prepared for in the slightest. Based on my profile, this entire outcome was highly unexpected. It felt like my cycle was not properly optimized, and the guidance I received along the way was flawed. Only after my retrieval I was told about a two-cycle package option that would have been more cost-effective—something that was never offered to me beforehand. When I asked him to honor the price, while he recognized that he made a mistake in my retrieval, they still refused to honor the fair price. This felt incredibly misleading, greedy, and opportunistic. To make matters worse, my one viable embryo transfer resulted in an unsuccessful outcome and after being broken the news by some nobody in his office who can’t answer a single question, I was then told the next time the doctor could speak to me was 6 days later. He couldn’t even be bothered to pick up the phone and call me after all that I had just been through, all the money I had spent with him, and all the pain I was feeling. When I asked why, they said it’s because “he likes to carve out 30-45 minutes to speak to his patients”. BS!!!! In my entire experience with him of 6 months, if you added up all the minutes I’ve had in direct communication with this doctor, both in person and on the phone, you wouldn’t be at total of 45 minutes. On top of everything, the clinic environment itself felt unclean, and the staff was often rude and lacking empathy. You guys clearly have no clue what field you are in or how delicate these matters are for women trying to get pregnant. I felt so unimportant to Dr. Vermesh from the start and I believe my results were a direct reflection of his lack of care. I left this clinic feeling misled, unsupported, and taken advantage of. Even if offered another round for free, I would not return. I would strongly caution anyone considering IVF here to explore other options where patient care, accountability, communication, transparency, and results are taken seriously.

Dr. Vermesh is amazing. He is incredibly thoughtful and gentle, and this was by far the best experience I’ve had. You can tell he genuinely respects and cares about his patients. He has a very empathetic and caring touch with his patients and families. Debbie, the anesthesiologist, was also so calming and kind. She and Dr. Vermesh & the entire medical team made me feel very comfortable and like I was in good hands the entire time. Highly recommend!

After a long and difficult fertility journey, Dr. Vermesh was the doctor who finally helped me get real answers. He was my third fertility specialist, and unlike my previous experiences, he took the time to truly investigate what was going on instead of just repeating the same protocols after unsuccessful treatments. I was specifically looking for a doctor who would collaborate with me, listen to my concerns, and not dismiss them. I always felt I had an underlying medical issue that was overlooked by other doctors - and I was right. Dr. Vermesh did identify a diagnosis that no doctor had been able to previously identify that was resulting in my implantation failures and losses. Because he took my concerns seriously and, through his willingness to investigate, we were able to treat the root cause - and I am now pregnant with my miracle baby. That is something I will always be grateful for. Beyond his expertise, the entire office reflects the level of care he provides. From the front desk, to billing, to the nursing staff, to his colleague (Dr. Tolou) - I felt welcomed, supported, and genuinely cared for every step of the way. It truly feels like an amazing team, and that speaks volumes about his leadership. I absolutely plan to return to him for a future transfer, and I only wish I had found him sooner.

Where do I even begin! After a terrible experience at another LA clinic with a negligent provider who ran a very aggressive stimulation protocol without checking any of my hormones — which resulted in a poor outcome and no embryos — I met with Dr. Vermesh in April 2025. From our very first consultation, he didn’t overpromise, but his calm, optimistic demeanor immediately made me feel I was finally in good hands. We proceeded with a gentle, carefully monitored protocol. He checked my hormones continuously and adjusted my medication doses based on the results. Because of that individualized care, I had an ideal outcome for my age (39). Our first transfer worked, and I am now 11 weeks pregnant with a healthy, growing baby. Dr. Vermesh also recommended intralipids to help maximize my implantation chances. His care has been exceptional — always kind, reassuring, and thorough. The entire team is wonderful, and I want to give a special thank-you to Juliana, who always replied to emails promptly and kept me updated on every single lab result. May God bless Dr. Vermesh and his team for all they do!