At Reproductive Medical Associates of New York (RMA of New York), every fertility journey is honored. Whether patients are planning for the future, facing infertility, or rebuilding after loss, RMA of New York’s expert team and world-class labs make dreams possible.
With Manhattan, Brooklyn, Long Island, and Westchester locations, RMA of New York provides compassionate care at every step. Here, we’re showcasing four patients’ powerful stories, highlighting the strength of community, informed choices, and the life-changing support they found with the RMANY team.
Planning Ahead: Carissa’s Bold Step for Her Future
Carissa had built a successful career in fashion, but when it came to family planning, she knew she wanted to take control of her future. Children were always part of the vision, and that clarity inspired a shift in her career path. At the time, fertility preservation wasn’t widely discussed — but Carissa was driven to freeze her eggs as a way to relieve the pressure and keep her options open.
Carissa chose to work with Dr. Taraneh Nazem at RMA of New York, where she froze her eggs not once, but twice. The process gave her a profound sense of confidence and peace of mind, knowing she was taking proactive steps to protect her future. For Carissa, this wasn’t just a medical decision — it was an act of empowerment and intention, made possible by a clinic that blends cutting-edge science with compassionate care.
Looking back, she can’t imagine having found a better partner on this journey. Today, she and Dr. Nazem continue to collaborate, educating and empowering other women through panels and open forums — turning her personal experience into a platform for awareness and advocacy.
Local Care, Big Dreams: Kyla’s Family Begins with Krew
Kyla’s path to motherhood started with the support of her husband’s state health benefits, but it was RMANY’s full-service Mount Kisco location that made the journey truly possible. With a top-performing lab in-house, she could undergo her entire treatment locally — avoiding the stress of long city commutes.
Today, Kyla and her partner are overjoyed to be the proud parents of their beautiful baby, Krew. They could not be more grateful for the support of Dr. Rachel Gerber and her team throughout their journey. With embryos safely preserved for the future, their family’s story is just beginning. Her message is simple yet powerful: “If we can make this happen, so can you. Your path to parenthood is possible — and we’re living proof.”
One Embryo. One Miracle. Sarrah’s Journey Through Cancer and Motherhood
When Sarrah was diagnosed with high-risk early breast cancer in her 30s, the world felt like it was crashing down. Her oncologist, recognizing the importance of the future, referred Sarrah to RMANY, suggesting she preserve her fertility before starting treatment, given that life-saving treatments such as chemo and radiation therapy can wreak havoc on reproduction. —This is advice Sarrah is eternally grateful for. With RMA of New York’s compassionate care Sarah froze one precious embryo with her partner, James under Dr. Erkan Buyuk’s care: a small possibility that would soon become everything.
After cancer treatment left her unable to carry a child, RMA of New York’s third-party reproduction team helped Sarrah navigate surrogacy. That single embryo became her miracle son, Chance. Now in remission and thriving, Sarah passionately urges cancer patients to preserve their fertility options, offering hope and strength from her own inspiring journey.
Reclaiming Joy: Ashley’s Road to Her “lucky” Penny
Known to many as a contestant on The Bachelor, Ashley’s real story goes far beyond television. After experiencing the unimaginable heartbreak of stillbirth, Ashley chose to share her story publicly, raising awareness and breaking the silence around pregnancy loss.
Determined to become a mother, Ashley turned to Dr. Lucky Sekhon of RMA of New York and Dr. Stone at Mount Sinai. With their expert care and unwavering support, Ashley welcomed her daughter Penny — her “lucky” Penny — into the world.
Ashley’s voice now empowers others to speak openly about grief, hope, and healing. Her story is one of reclaiming joy after loss and a reminder that beauty can grow from the most painful places.
You’re Not Alone with the Right Care by Your Side
These women chose RMA of New York for many reasons — personalized care, high success rates, compassionate teams, and rigorous lab protocols. RMANY encourages everyone exploring fertility options to visit SART.org to review clinic success rates by age and treatment type. The numbers speak for themselves, but so do these powerful stories.
To learn more and see the full films on these patients’ inspiring stories visit https://www.rmany.com/ourjourney.
