My husband and I were referred by Dr. Garfield (at Capital Women’s Care) to Dr. Sacks after experiencing two clinical missed miscarriages. At our initial consultation and evaluation, Dr. Sacks recommended we continue the natural method of conception, given our ages and states of health (34 yrs old). We proceeded to have a series of chemical pregnancies over the course of the spring, summer, and fall. Then, in early November we conceived again, with a very early and very positive test result. I immediately contacted Dr. Sacks (via e-mail) requesting to be put on progesterone. He scheduled me the next day to confirm the pregnancy and accordingly prescribed progesterone, which I have been taking twice daily since.
Dr. Sacks saw me every week for an ultrasound. I am now entering my 12th week of pregnancy, the farthest I have ever come. Yesterday was my last ultrasound with him, as we’ve reached the point where he needs to pass me on to my OB. I am definitely already experiencing feelings of separation anxiety because Dr. Sacks embodies so many qualities you want in a doctor. When making decisions, he takes into account his own experience, knowledge, and expertise, as well as, your own concerns, intuitions, and self-awareness. His bedside manner is genuine: he is welcoming, composed, warm, and he will tell you if he has any concerns. He has a unique ability to reassure you without patronizing you. He is trustworthy. Dr. Sacks is also VERY RESPONSIVE. Whenever I sent an e-mail,(and I sent many) he would respond promptly (within at least 12 hours). For all of these reasons, my anxiety was decreased significantly (so important, given the stress that recurrent pregnancy loss already causes one to be overwhelmed by when pregnant again).
I absolutely recommend Dr. Sacks and feel very fortunate to have been referred to him. He is considerate, knowledgeable, openminded, warm, trustworthy and honest.
