Testimonials

My fertility acupuncturist recommended Dr. Wood after I had 4 miscarriages through natural conception. It's hard to put all your faith into one doctor, but Dr. Wood was

amazing and very accurate on his thoughts regarding our situation with recurrent loss. I was strict about following diet and guidelines. My transfer coordinators Jasmin and

Vinny were absolutely wonderful. The nurse for both retrievals and my one transfer was an angel. Dr. Wood treats each case individually. This stood out to me compared to SDFC where I started and felt like a number being run through a generic protocol. I highly recommend Dr. Wood and Gen5. I'm looking forward to my next transfer and getting pregnant again.

Nikki G. | Aug , 2025

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We have had a great experience with Gen 5 Fertility and would recommend them over any other fertility clinic in San Diego.

Our journey took us through 3 different clinics in San Diego and the first two clinics were the most widely advertised and commercially known ones that unfortunately did not deliver anywhere close to their stated abilities. Instead of writing a negative review about them, I choose to write a long, detailed positive review about Gen. 5 here !

After having a bad experience with two other clinics, fortunately, we decided to consult with Dr. Wood

and I can confirm that it was the best decision of our journey.

Of course I am biased because we were successful here and apart from the fact that we are elated about our pregnancy - it is very clear once you become a patient here, that they are leaps and bounds above the competition.

I will start with Dr. Wood. Being a medical professional myself, it is very easy to spot fake empathy, superficial knowledge of subject matter and lack of 'skin in the game' pride in what you do. Upon meeting Dr. Wood and knowing more about him and his professional journey - you can not help but wonder and awe at the achievements. I mean it literally does not stop with how much he has done and continues to do in this field. A simple google search with show you how accomplished of a doctor he is, compared to anyone else in this field and once you meet him and the staff- that assessment will be confirmed.

The previous two doctors we had experiences with, were flashy with their Chanel and Porsche's, slick talkers, great sellers...and then there was Dr. Wood showing up in scrubs and a white coat...like a real doctor ! He takes the time to listen to what has happened so far, what is expected from you and what your goals are, and although he knows most likely within the first 5 minutes of sitting across from you if he is able to help you or not - he creates an aura of positivity that is hard to describe. Super intelligent, highly experienced, salt of the earth kind of person. Our first encounter with him left no doubt that he was the one.

Almost every visit we had (roughly 30 from start to finish I would assume) - was attended by Dr. Wood and I have not once regretted waiting in the room for him for sometime when he had been busy during those appointments and could not get to us on time. I wish he had taken longer actually, because I know he was doing something that was making someone's life that much better just as he has made ours, and for that I am forever grateful to him.

If the stars are aligned, we will one day, someway somehow - do something very special and big for the clinic and Dr. Wood. He is that important to us and is in our prayers everyday. Our wish is that every patient who comes through those doors is left with nothing but hope and positivity and a great outcome to their journey as was our case.

Beyond Dr. Wood and his personal expertise /experience and aura as a medical professional - there

is the team to thank. In particular, we were so lucky to have encountered Jasmin, Rosalia, Jolie, Teresa, and Khadija ( I am sure I am missing some names, particularly the ladies at the front desk and the surgical staff - so my apologies but I mean them all here). They were kind, professional, empathetic, prompt and courteous throughout our journey, from every blood draw to every

ultrasound to every calendar item to every step of the way. Could not ask for better.

This is a tough, overwhelming and thankless journey to go through.

You need someone to guide you through this like it was a family member, and this place is that place. If you have doubts and are trying to figure out where to start or where to go next - start here.

Nothing in life is every guaranteed but it is our strong belief that this clinic does God's work everyday and will hopefully continue for years to come. I feel so strongly about this review and our experience that I would champion Dr. Wood, Dr. Adams and the team to *anyone* considering them and would personally offer any and all help they request with any of their patients wanting to talk to someone who has gone through this journey...three times !

C P. | Aug , 2025

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Gen 5 Fertility without a doubt changed our lives. After two unexplained losses we went to Gen 5 for guidance on how to start our family. Past OBGYNs said to just keep doing what we had been and hope for the best. We knew we couldn’t keep going through what we had been so we turned to the experts at Gen 5. Dr. Wood and his incredible team all were kind, empathetic and gave me their full focus as they diagnosed the best course of action. Dr. Wood really is the best in the business and guided us so well. He really took time to carefully access what would be the most successful. After I had become pregnant I had access to Dr. Wood and his team for any concern that I had and they would squeeze me in for ultrasounds if I needed reassurance. Once it was time to

graduate and move on to a regular OB I didn’t want to leave their care because I felt like I was in such good hands. I can’t express the immense gratitude my family has for what Dr. Wood and his colleagues have done for us. They quite literally made our dream of a child a reality and I am forever grateful.

Michaela K. | Apr , 2025

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Our experience at Gen 5 has been amazing since our first consultation last year. We worked with incredible people who were compassionate and knowledgeable from day

one. Dr Wood is a great doctor who is very special, he has a winning mindset and has given us so much hope in our journey. A big shout out to Shaundre and Lauren who

were fantastic during our PRP treatments and coordination. Lauren was just so kind and supportive the day of my procedure last October. Our confidence in the team led us to do our egg retrieval in February with Gen 5. Khadija our coordinator was incredible in supporting us throughout the process and Lisa the nurse the day of our procedure was beyond kind and had me feeling so calm. Thank you Gen 5 team for being apart of our

journey and providing such great care.

Kushalini P.| Feb , 2025

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We had an incredible experience with Gen5, and I wanted to share our heartfelt gratitude. We traveled to Beijing on Thanksgiving day, and with God’s blessings, we safely arrived. We truly cannot stop recalling how rewarding the whole experience was, and much of that is thanks to the incredible team at Gen5.

From the very beginning, the team was supportive and thorough. Jean, Sunny, Luna, Yvonne, and Fan guided us through every detail during the preparation phase, and Cleo ensured the transportation logistics were seamless. We were warmly welcomed when we arrived at the beautiful Gen5 facility, which has a bright, welcoming atmosphere with a stunning view from the windows.

Ginger was fantastic with the blood tests – so skilled and gentle! And Mary provided such a positive, reassuring presence, making sure we felt confident before heading into the surgery room.

A special thanks to Maggie for recommending Gen5. It truly is an excellent fertility center with a core value of putting patients first. We also had the chance to meet Dr. Adams, who is as graceful as she is strong, and I’m hopeful for positive news from her lab!

I’d also like to express our deepest gratitude to Dr. Wood. He’s the most hands-on and encouraging doctor I’ve met. His support and advice really kept us positive throughout the process. Thanks to his suggestion, we visited Coronado the next day and had the chance to take in the beautiful blue ocean and white sands. I collected shells and sand from the beach as souvenirs for my family to share in the beauty of San Diego.

Dr. Wood’s dedication to his research and his genuine care for improving quality of life are truly inspiring. We’re excited to hear about the progress on his work, and I believe he is making meaningful contributions to fertility care.

Brianna R | Dec , 2023

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If anyone asks my wife and me about who we recommend for infertility services in San Diego we would 100% recommend Gen5 fertility. First, our years-long infertility journey started at another San Diego clinic, which matters because I'm not so sure how we'd perceive our experience at Gen5 if we hadn't experienced that clinic first. At the first clinic, we met with a doctor only once (after rescheduling us twice) who never remembered us or anything in our tiny patient file. Over 3 IUI's we never had the same care providers, and worst of all it was always a different person who called to say the procedure was unsuccessful. The process is SET after the service you're buying is determined. If you're doing an IUI, you're getting one dosage - no follow-up, no bloodwork tracking, and no adjustments along the way. When IVF started to become a more necessary reality we had to decide if we wanted to remain a part of the impersonal high-volume clinic (presumably VC/PE funded and growth-minded) or find someone else. As it turned out switching to Dr. Wood and Gen5 may have saved my wife's life.

Gen5 runs 100% through Dr. Wood, which seems to be a conscientious quality-of-care decision. From the very first appointment my wife said felt more taken-care of from a bedside manner perspective, and an obvious and evident expertise perspective. The value of this level of care really showed itself during the stimulation process when my wife had a super high estradiol level (4x normal) which prompted a quick change of care that seems to have prevented life-threatening OHSS and allowed the egg retrieval to continue. Even with the adjustments we still ran into some complications where we needed an emergency next-morning visit, but we shudder to think what could've happened if we were still at the first clinic. This level of care was eventually what we decided mattered the most for us. It's a real decision to make because there are downsides to it. Appointments can take a very long time (an hour or longer often), and it's presumably because Dr. Wood sees EVERYONE. Also when my wife and mine's emergency next-day-appointment happens, it's is pushing everyone else's appointment 30 minutes later.

Gen5 is not the cheapest option but we consider it a good value. The process for an IUI was about 2-3x the price of our first clinic. "Comparable" IVF packages were 20-30% more expensive at Gen5. For the money though, you get actual follow-up, bloodwork tracking, and adjustments to care along the way. These time and money costs are where I think we would've perceived Gen5 differently had we not gone to another clinic first. After seeing what else is out there we're less concerned about the time and money, and more concerned about how much worse infertility treatment in San Diego would be if Dr. Wood and the Gen5 team wasn't here. And of course the team matters a lot. Big thank you to our dedicated coordinators Yuzi, Jasmin, and Vinny. We were never apprehensive to send a midnight email. We are now graduated from the clinic, happily looking forward to expecting our first. We'll be back in a couple years!

Andrew H. | Aug, 2024

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My Wife and I are so grateful for having found Dr. Wood and Gen 5 Fertility. Our journey started less than a year ago, when my wife and I walked into Gen 5 for the first time. By the time we left the initial consultation, we both agreed that Dr. Wood was going to be our fertility doctor. There was no pressure at all during the consultation, and we left with a clear understanding of what Gen5 does, what Doctor Wood thought would be a good place to start for us, and what the costs would be.

If you haven't looked up Dr. Wood already, he is not your average fertility specialist. He has been at the forefront of his field for a very long time. People travel from across the USA (and beyond) to be under his care. Having somebody this talented in my city was great. Before our consultation, my wife wasn't sold on having a male doctor, but from the moment we met Dr. Wood, those hesitations vanished. Beyond being such a capable doctor, he has a very calming and reassuring presence that made the entire process so much easier.

Our coordinators, Chloe and Jasmin, both consistently went above and beyond as well. They were always easily accessible and thoughtful and thorough in all of their communications. Both were helpful with everything from helping show us how to do the shots (yes, there were shots, no they were not that bad), to answering questions we had between appointments.

We did a single round of full IVF with Gen 5. Dr. Wood reviewed all of our labs and personally did scans/ultrasounds before and during our cycle to tailor a stims / medication protocol specific to our needs. Our first and only retrieval went amazingly well, and resulted in multiple PGT tested euploid embryos. We moved onto transfer shortly thereafter and our first FET transfer resulted in pregnancy! Since graduating from Gen5, baby has been growing and looked great at our 20 week anatomy scan this week. Words cannot express how grateful we are to Dr. Wood, Dr. Adams (our Embryologist), our coordinators Chloe and Jasmin, and the entire Gen5 team for the extraordinary care provided to us.

H. N. | Jul, 2024

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I had the wonderful experience working with Gen 5 fertility am graduating from the clinic PREGNANT! We first attempted IUI before moving onto IVF. I really appreciated that Dr Wood didn't rush us into IVF off the bat and wanted us to exhaust all options first. I've heard nightmare stories about other IVF clinics where everything they do is a money grab. I never felt pressured at Gen 5 and truly believe they want what is best for their patients. Dr. Wood is great at what he does and made us feel super comfortable throughout the process from start to finish. He is a leading expert in this field and will do anything he can to help his patients succeed. He also has a funny sense of humor which I appreciated - it helps to laugh during the many appts that can be stressful!

When moving onto IVF, I had the pleasure of working with Jasmine as my coordinator. She was always super responsive and stayed on top of everything. She was also very understanding when I had some anxiety after we became pregnant and wanted to come in for a few extra "peace of mind" ultrasounds. Her kindness and support throughout this process meant so much. She is a rockstar at what she does, and always kept me laughing which is so important during this time.

The entire staff at Gen 5 is top notch. The nurses get to know you by name and were so kind during every office visit. They are cheering for you every step of the way. Everyone on this team takes pride in their work and loves what they do. You will be in great hands at this facility. For those about to embark on this journey, keep the faith and trust the process! Thank you Gen 5!

Nic K. | Jul, 2024

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I received care at Gen 5 from Dr Wood after interviewing four different infertility clinics and REIs. I started care in my home state and ended up switching to Dr Wood after a failed cycle and we chose to travel to San Diego rather than stay in state. Dr Wood treated me with respect, kindness and he never brought up my age as a barrier, unlike other clinics and physicians. Dr Wood made me feel hopeful that we’d have a growing family and he offered creative solutions to help us achieve this goal. I cannot speak highly enough of Dr Wood and Gen 5; everyone from the phlebotomist, the receptionist, the director of embryology, my nurse care coordinator to the medical assistant and financial counselor, everyone was outstanding and provided exceptional care. My nurse care coordinator was gentle and responded to my needs with grace; I wasn’t an “easy patient” due to high anxiety and significant history of loss. My complicating infertility factors required developing a protocol that was individualized rather than prescribing the highest dose of medication. Dr Wood listened and developed a protocol that produced a higher yield of eggs yet didn’t compromise quality like my previous experience with IVF. While the journey to get here wasn’t easy, three years later, we have a beautiful family and two children whom Dr Wood helped bring into this world. If you are thinking of traveling out of state to see Dr Wood I highly recommend him and Gen 5, you will get the best care and feel like you are important and care for.

Lee A. | Feb, 2024

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After four long years of trying to conceive and enduring five unsuccessful IVF cycles at various clinics in San Diego, my husband and I had almost lost hope. We had invested over $100,000 in treatments, and we were very frustrated and discouraged. Then, we turned to Dr. Wood at Gen 5 Fertility Center, a decision that transformed our lives.

Initially, we were skeptical, given our past experiences, but Dr. Wood's optimism and the center's advanced approach gave us hope. Unlike our previous experiences, Dr. Wood introduced us to protocols that were more advanced and tailored specifically to us. This personalized care was a refreshing change.

Our journey at Gen 5 was significantly enhanced by our wonderful coordinator, Jasmine. Both she and Dr. Wood were incredibly supportive throughout the process. They were always available to answer questions, provide reassurance, and spent ample time with us during each visit, including thorough follow-ups.

The protocol designed by Dr. Wood for our situation made all the difference- After just one retrieval, we were overjoyed to have two healthy embryos. We proceeded with the transfer of both, and I am ecstatic to share that we are now pregnant with twins! This miracle was achieved in just one cycle at Gen 5 Fertility Center, a stark contrast to our previous ordeals.

We are beyond grateful towards Dr. Wood and the team at Gen 5 Fertility Center. They have not only provided us with medical excellence but also with emotional support and hope. We feel incredibly blessed to be expecting twins and it's all thanks to the exceptional care at Gen 5.

To those struggling with infertility, I highly recommend starting your journey at Gen 5 Fertility Center. Contact Dr. Wood and save yourself the time, money, and emotional toll of exploring other options. Our experience is a testament to the center's exceptional service and expertise in fertility treatments. We are deeply grateful and excited for this new chapter in our lives!

Evan M. | Jan 31, 2024

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Our IVF journey took us five years, through three clinics in as many states, and it wasn't until we met Dr. Wood and his amazing staff that we truly felt listened to and cared for. Dr. Wood crafted a plan for procedure tailored to our circumstances, and in June of 2023 his impeccable knowledge, dedication, and professionalism all coalesced to bring about a successful end to our journey. We could not be more happy with Gen5 (and the beautiful twin babies they helped us bring into this world). Dr. Wood always took time to answer our questions and never rushed through our appointments. Our IVF coordinator, Melissa, went above and beyond in providing guidance, compassion, answering questions, and making us feel like a part of the Gen5 family. After flying across the country multiple times to and from Gen5, we knew we were in good hands and always felt comfortable and cared for. The staff was friendly, positive, and encouraging, and brought us a sense of peace at every visit. Thank you, Gen5, for making our dreams of a family realized!

Jamie O. | Jul 14, 2023

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I hope there was an option for 10 starts when you have excellent experience with Doctor, staff, installation, nurses, lab, embryologist and accountability department, all in same place. We feel beyond grateful with Dr. Wood. He made possible what 5 different doctors at 4 different clinics couldn’t after 6 transfers. And he did it on his first try!. We have male factor but even though we couldn’t stay pregnant, I had 5 chemicals and 1 fail transfers, and other Doctors Only wanted me to “keep trying” and that made us loose 9 embabies. That made us feel terrible how other clinics treat your embryos like just the number of opportunities you can “flip the coin”. But not at Gen5 they care about you and your embryos. One clinic even told me to consider egg donation, and carry myself the baby, when that was not the answer. Days before my transfer with Dr. Wood and even knowing my background of all my losses and all tests and lining looking good (no answer for my chemicals, at that point) he told me that I had 85% chances of succeed. One day, he said that my uterus was slightly right, but he was not concerned, that transfers were a little bit different and that they don’t learn that at school, they learn during practice. Well, he was RIGHT again, what the other 5 doctors missed, he didn’t. Thanks to all his experience, knowledge and years of preparation, he is giving us the family we were waiting for 3 years of IVF and 5 of infertility. I am 13 weeks pregnant now for the first time and everything is doing well so far. Marissa and Yuzmel our coordinators were amazing, always answering my concerns on time. They all really care about you. Thank you Gen5 (L) there’s no words that can express how grateful we are.

Daniela O. | Apr 12, 2023

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I am in my 40s and the mother of a healthy, beautiful baby girl with the help of Gen 5 Fertility and Dr. Wood! Before I saw Dr. Samuel Wood, I had undergone three terrible cycles of IVF plus a canceled cycle (on my first round of IVF) at two other clinics near where I live. Other doctors told us we only had a 1% to 3% chance of having our own genetic baby due to my age and my husband's sperm issues. Dr. Wood made me feel like a human again. Dr. Wood is one of the best of the best in this field, he thinks outside the box and personalizes the protocol. What I really loved about Dr. Wood and Gen 5 was their great attention to detail, and careful monitoring. The entire team at Gen 5 is genuinely friendly; they make you feel respected and comfortable! Even their blood draws were painless and gentle. I know these reviews seem biased because when you have success of course your reviews will be positive. But even if we didn't have a baby, the points made about Dr. Wood and the friendly team are still the truth. I want to thank Dr. Wood, Dr. Adams and my coordinator Melissa for being part of this stellar team that allowed me to finally become a mom after so many years of heartache and sorrow. I cannot adequately put my gratitude in words!

Jennifer F. | Feb 23, 2023

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This center is absolutely phenomenal! Dr Wood & Jessica take all the time needed to answer all questions & always keep me comfortable. I can't recommend them highly enough. As far as I'm concerned this is the only ferility center for me!!

Deb C. | Feb 17, 2023

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Dr Wood is a fantastic doctor. Explains everything and makes you feel comfortable. His Nurse Jessica is the best! She answers all questions, and is very friendly! I'm so happy with all of my experiences with this place!

Jennifer B. | Feb 14, 2023

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The place is amazing! The doctors are very wonderful and kind, not to mention, the service is phenomenal! There is 6 ultrasonic rooms and 2 surgery rooms and I've seen how spacious and clean they all are. Five stars to the doctors and staff!

Katey F. | Feb 06, 2023

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First time coming to this clinic, but I have seen Dr. Woods before and he has always been a great doctor, he always answers all my questions and gets straight to the point. The clinic has been very friendly and are pretty quick to get things going. The staff are all great and it sure helps this journey run a little smoother. Thanks

Liliana M. | Jan 25, 2023

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Dr Wood is a wonderful person, very genuine, and professional ,and he cares abut his Patients so much, to where he treats you like you are his only patient. I have always been able to talk to the doctor and get my problems resolved. I am glad and honored to be Doctor Wood’s patient. Coming here is like dealing with trusted family. This is the place that feels like home. The staff is amazing, every one is smiling happy and exited for you to have your Parenthood dream come true.

Luma K. | Jan 24, 2023

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This center is absolutely phenomenal! Dr Wood & Jessica take all the time needed to answer all questions & always keep me comfortable. I can't recommend them highly enough. As far as I'm concerned this is the only ferility center for me!!

Deb C. | Feb 17, 2023

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This center is absolutely phenomenal! Dr Wood & Jessica take all the time needed to answer all questions & always keep me comfortable. I can't recommend them highly enough. As far as I'm concerned this is the only ferility center for me!!

Deb C. | Feb 17, 2023

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