The Elements of Exceptional Care
We deliver exceptional care by bringing together, under one roof, a talented and highly experienced team of individuals providing comprehensive services to couples with infertility.
Why Choose Genesis?
- We’ve served Brooklyn for nearly 40 years as the area’s first and most experienced reproductive endocrinology practice.
- Our practice’s five offices are located close to your home in Brooklyn, Forest Hills, Staten Island, Park Slope and Hewlett.
- Genesis is a single source for comprehensive reproductive medicine treatments and services – all available within our practice through seven nationally renowned, board-certified fertility doctors.
- Our multi-lingual practice supports patients in English, Spanish, Hebrew and Russian, and provides interpreters and translations for other languages free of charge.
- Genesis is the only area fertility clinic with a male reproductive health doctor on staff.
- Our staff are highly tenured with at least 12 years of experience in our practice.
- A hallmark of our practice is our support of diverse fertility journeys regardless of race, religion, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation or marital status. 9 out of 10 patients who come for an initial consultation return to work with us.
- Patients love that our team feels like family, and 96% of patients would recommend Genesis to their family and friends.
- Our entire team’s deep sensitivity to patients’ emotional wellbeing is unmistakable: 97% of patients feel we listen to their concerns.
- Our doctors take time to educate, answer questions and explain options, and 99% of patients are satisfied with the amount of time our providers spend with them and understand the details of what was discussed.
- We run our clinic on time, and 93% of patients are satisfied with appointment wait times.
- Our protocols continuously evolve and incorporate the latest technologies, including AI, so we make the best treatment decisions and generate the best outcomes.
Experience the Difference at Genesis
It has been said that, in a medical practice, quality means being able to consistently exceed the patient’s expectations. At Genesis, we take seriously our commitment to providing medical care of exceptional quality. We hope that this introduction to our practice has clearly explained how we measure quality. If you or someone you care about have been trying unsuccessfully to have a baby, let us help. You may be surprised at how comfortable the road to success can be.
Advocates for Fertility Care
For over 10 years Genesis has been leading the way, blazing a trail for patients to have access to fertility care. This is not just for our patients, but for ALL New Yorkers.
View our timeline to learn more about Genesis’ advocacy for fertility care.
Genesis Fertility FAQ
What are the qualifications and board certifications of the fertility specialists (REI specialists)?
Genesis Fertility’s physicians are fellowship-trained reproductive endocrinologists, board-certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology (FACOG) and board-certified (or board-eligible) in Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility.
How many years of experience do the doctors and embryologists have?
Genesis is the first reproductive endocrinology practice in Brooklyn, serving the region for nearly 40 years, and led by widely recognized specialists, including physicians named among New York Magazine’s and Castle Connolly’s Top Doctors. The lab team is highly experienced and dedicated, working under award-winning physician leadership.
What are the experience levels of embryologists / lab staff?
Our lab is state-of-the-art and operated by a talented, highly experienced team, using state-of-the art IVF technologies and PGT services consistent with top-tier lab practice.
Is the lab director on-site?
Yes. Alka Goyal, PhD, HCLD/CC is the Director of Laboratories at GENESIS. Dr. Goyal oversees three state-licensed, FDA-licensed, and CAP-accredited IVF laboratories at Genesis, ensuring quality oversight.
Does the clinic have specialists in specific conditions (e.g. PCOS, endometriosis, male-factor infertility)?
Yes, the team treats all major infertility conditions—including PCOS, male-factor infertility, endometriosis, diminished ovarian reserve, and same sex couples —and offers PGT-A/M when appropriate.
What is the overall timeline of an IVF cycle?
The IVF cycle process: approximately 10-12 days of ovarian stimulation and monitoring, followed by a 30-minute egg retrieval, embryo culture and then transfer (fresh or frozen embryo transfer). Frozen embryo transfer cycles follow, as needed, with less frequent monitoring.
What are wait times from initial consultation to beginning treatment?
Approximately 9 out of 10 patients return after the consultation for treatment, indicating active scheduling and engagement. Most patients proceed to treatment within a few weeks to 2 months after their initial consultation depending on the testing and preparation needed.
What are Genesis Fertility’s hours, and is early monitoring or weekend access available?
Genesis offers early-morning monitoring hours every day—M–F and weekends, and consults by appointment. Physicians are on call for emergencies all year round.
Are Genesis Fertility’s clinic locations convenient and accessible?
They maintain multiple locations across Brooklyn (Bay Parkway, Park Slope), Queens (Forest Hills), Staten Island, and Long Island (Hewlett), catering to NYC-wide and Nassau county-wide accessibility.
Does Genesis offer telehealth or support for out-of-town patients?
Yes, Genesis offers telehealth appointments for our patients’ convenience.
What support services are offered (e.g., counseling, peer groups)?
Genesis provides psychological counseling, including pre-donor/surrogacy screening sessions, and online support groups for emotional well-being during the fertility journey.
How accessible is the medical team and staff for emergencies or urgent concerns?
Physicians are on-call 365 days/year. Offices offer early morning monitoring hours daily, and staff maintain high accessibility via phone and in-person consultations.
How often will patients receive updates on embryo development from the lab?
At minimum, patients receive updates on key points of embryo development, namely, fertilization, day 3 of development (cleavage stage), days 5-7 of development (blastocyst stage) via their app.
What do past patient reviews say about the Genesis Fertility’s services and communication?
Patient surveys note that 96% would recommend Genesis, 97% feel heard, and 93% are satisfied with wait times. Communication and emotional support are frequently praised.
How does Genesis prioritize patient-centered care?
Genesis promotes the philosophy of treating patients, not statistics, accepting higher-risk cases and minimizing multifetal pregnancy risk by following ASRM single embryo transfer guidelines.
Does Genesis provide a compassionate and supportive environment?
Yes. Genesis emphasizes emotional well-being, offers counseling, maintain high responsiveness, and has tailored support services for single patients, LGBTQ family-building, donor and surrogacy journeys.