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James Grifo, M.D.
Inception Fertility: NYU Langone
Obstetrics and Gynecology, Endocrinology
New York, NY
4.9
177 Ratings
32 Comments
Dr. James Grifo is board-certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology. He treats conditions like ectopic pregnancy, endometriosis, fertility, fibroid tumor, infertility in men and women, polycystic ovary syndrome, recurrent miscarriage, and uterine bleeding.
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4.9
177 Ratings
32 Comments
Dr. James Grifo is board-certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology. He treats conditions like ectopic pregnancy, endometriosis, fertility, fibroid tumor, infertility in men and women, polycystic ovary syndrome, recurrent miscarriage, and uterine bleeding.
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NYU Langone Fertility Center — East Side
660 First Avenue
5th Floor
New York, NY 10016
5th Floor
New York, NY 10016
I pursued an MD and PhD in obstetrics and gynecology, because this best combined my desire to help others with my interest in having an impact on science. The field focuses heavily on translational medicine, so I am constantly researching and improving treatments.
I have pioneered techniques called preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) and preimplantation genetic screening (PGS), which examine specific genes and chromosomal number in early embryo development. These procedures can be used to determine whether an embryo has genetic abnormalities that can put a pregnancy at risk and increase the odds of miscarriage or of a child being born with health problems.
PGD and PGS require that cells be removed from the embryo, also known as embryo biopsy, which is considered safe. I performed the first embryo biopsy that led to a live birth in the United States in 1992.
I specifically focus on assisted reproduction, helping people with fertility issues through the use of egg freezing technology and in vitro fertilization (IVF). Specialists in our program were early adopters of egg freezing technology and have pioneered its development. The first baby born through the use of egg freezing at NYU Langone was in July 2005. I have contributed heavily to the development of tools that help to measure reproductive outcomes, increase the number of successful pregnancies, and reduce the side effects of IVF.
As director of the Fertility Center, I work with a team of committed physicians to raise the field to a higher standard. Fertility issues are sensitive, and infertility treatment is not an easy process. When people come to us with the unfulfilled dream of starting a family, we aim to educate them on their options, so they can take an active role in their treatment. We are dedicated to ensuring this experience is as efficient and effective as possible.
My colleagues and I have been working together since 1995 at NYU Langone. For many years before that, all of us were focused on one purpose: to help people achieve their dreams of having children. Through the treatments we offer and the research we conduct at the Fertility Center, we have the opportunity to help build the world, one baby at a time.
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I was blown away with our appointment with him. He is very knowledgeable as well as caring. I feel we are in good hands with him on our side.
Very compassionate and went into detail about everything. It was a wonderful conversation
Dr. Grifo was very down to earth. His office staff was also quick to call and schedule next steps.
Very kind, smart, on point, knowledgeable and was looking out for my partner and I’s best interests.
Im starting the process with Dr. Grifo because of his expertise, and I can tell he does care about this patients. However I am disappointed by his approach. In the initial 1hr consultation, which was an impressive amount of time, he didnt EVER showcase my personal information which I sent him ahead of time. This made me feel like he's an IVF factory vs. a doctor who is taking me personally into account. The ideal way I think the consultation should've went: Hi, nice to meet you. I'd like to hear about how you're feeling and your fertility goals. Then I'd like to walk you through what I learned about from your results and why I think you might be in the spot you're in. I'll follow-up this up sharing some big data around fertility that I hope alleviates some frustration you may be having. Then I'll give you my recommendation for your fertility journey. Putting the patients context first, instead of big data, would make this feel more personal. Lecturing first isnt an optimal use of time
Great experience and he presented tons of data.
Dr Grifo has been extremely thorough and sensitive as I embarked on my fertility journey. I’m feeling very comfortable with plans and his level of care.
Dr Grifo is the best doctor I have ever seen. He explains everything very clearly, answers all my questions, is so kind and compassionate. I could not recommend him more highly!
"You've had three miscarriages and that is three too many. I have something that can fix it! It's called IVF!" When I signed onto my consultation these were the words that I was greeted with. Dr. Grifo did not ask me about my history and it was clear he did not read my chart. His only interest was to convince me & sell me IVF.
The best in the game!