A Team of Compassionate Nurses Dedicated to Your Success

All we can say is "thank you" as we ready our nursery for a new arrival. Jill and all of the staff at Shady Grove Annandale have helped to make our dreams of starting a family come true, and in a way that is unbelievably caring and understanding.

Your work means the world to us!

I have never felt so fortunate in my life. I was blessed to find out about Shady Grove through my OB/GYN and was apprehensive about what was ahead. Well, I worried needlessly. I was treated like family the first day my husband and I came to the Annapolis office. Crystal was our nurse and she was such a wonderful, caring person. She saw us through 4 IUs and 1 IVF cycle. When I cried, she was there for me, when I needed a cheerleader, she was there. I'm not sure who was more excited about our pregnancy, her or us! When we learned we were having twin girls, she was there with Dr. Mottla with open arms. Without Crystal, I don't think I would have made it through the emotional ups and downs. We are now blessed with truly the most beautiful twin daughters. Thank you Shady Grove, Dr. Mottla and most of all, Crystal!

Krista Hoffpauir Garrett

Kala was always patient with me, especially when I was stressed out and had the silliest questions after going thru 3 IUIs and 3 IVF treatments! Thanks to her and Dr. Garde, I'm now expecting a baby girl in late July. Every nurse I have come in contact with at SGF has been so nice, patient and caring! Happy Nurses Week to everyone at Shady Grove!!!!

Happy Nurses Week to all the Nurses at SGF! You all are angels!!! Jackie quickly became by new best friend when I entered the Annapolis office to ride the scary, and exciting ride called infertility. Jackie was always there to answer my calls and, answer any questions I had and she NEVER made me feel any question was a bad or dumb question. She was VERY supportive, and very compassionate! She was there with me when I found out our 2nd IVF treatment was successful and it felt like she was in there holding her breathe with us when we found out. I will NEVER forget Jackie and the wonderful support of ALL the doctors, and nurses at SGF. Thank you and God Bless you all!

Just wanted to thank Stacey and others at the Annapolis office. The care and genuine concern w/ my wife's care as we started the fertility process to the point where we now have a beautiful daughter is the direct result of the dedication and professionalism Stacey and other showed us. They are truly top notch professionals, but most of all great friends through the process.

You guys rock!!!! I love you SO much and never could have gotten through this whole thing with out you.

Much Love-
Jordan Lacy

Throughout my two year journey at SG, Chris stood by my side, even when she wasn't my nurse anymore. Chris used to be at Annandale and then moved to Leesburg. I don't think I would have made it through those two years if it wasn't for Chris. She laughed with me. She cried with me. She counseled me. She HUGGED me. She is just a shining star and I am so blessed to say that I still keep in contact with Chris, even after our journey was final. We are SO blessed to have had twin girls in November 2011 and it was all because of the great dedication and love that SG gives to it's patients. I love all the nurses and doctors that I had the pleasure of seeing. God Bless you for ALL you do!!!!!

Brit Basham-McManus

Gail was awesome throughout my last cycle even when dealing with my horrible insurance issues! Could not have done it without her! Being a nurse at SG takes a very special person and I've only heard great things from all my friends who've cycled at Shady! You all rock! Of course I'm biased about Gail ;) thank you so much!
Katie

Beth & Alisha ROCK!!! And so do all the nursing staff at GBMC Shady Grove! Every time I look at my little miracle, I think of all of you who were there for me during my journey. I am happy that my journey took place amongst such an amazing group and that my outcome was such a positive one. Big, big hug to each and every one of you! You make a huge difference in our journeys and you make lasting memories!
Suzanne Halphen

The ladies in Rockville and Woodbridge ROCK!

Thank you, Jeannette!!! You were so caring and made me feel like I was your only patient. And you went the extra mile - staying late to help me with my shots when my huband was out of town.

We feel so lucky to have Debbie as our nurse. She is not only knowledgeable and skilled in her profession but she is kind and caring through every mountain and challenge. She is quick with a smile with an amazing laugh but is also compassionate and calm exactly when I need it. She goes above and beyond to make sure I know that she cares. Debbie-thanks for everything you do, you are awesome!!
The Martin's

My husband and I have been blown away from the compassionate and kind nurses we've encountered at Shady Grove and in particular at our home office, Frederick. They not only put up with my millions of questions but never make me feel ridiculous for even asking! They are so patient and really care about how I feel both physically and emotionally. This has been a long road but when it's over I can honestly say part of me will miss my trips to Frederick - only a staff like theirs can pull off that sentiment!

I l-o-v-e, LOVED, my nurses in the Annapolis office. I must have called Jackie every day with some crazy question, and she never made me feel like a bother. She was the one who told me I was pregnant the first time, she was my support through my miscarriage, and she was my cheerleader through my second cycle. I now have my baby girl, Rylan, thanks to her (and Dr. K, of course!)! Hope was my sonographer just about every time I went. Those sonograms were scary, but she helped me get through with her kind smile and encouraging words. I have never felt more at ease in a medical setting than in her presence. It helps that she is someone who has gone through the process and came out with kids of her own. Even the nurses who stood in were wonderful (Joyce, that means you!). I never saw a frown in that office, and I always felt like a member of the family. The Kapaskas are definitely team SG nurses! We love you so much and hope to bring Rylan by for a visit soon!

There are absolutely no words to describe RN Shirley Barrick. I have had the absolute pleasure of working with her for over 3 years and her professionalism, compassion, and excellent attention to detail is unbelievable. Shirley is the type of nurse who will check up on you while going through difficult times and always has a great attitude. She is one of the few nurses who actually takes the time to get to know her patients, versus feeling like just another number. As a person who is going through this fertillity journey by myself, with no family locally, she is like a "mother" to me and I trust her with everything.

I love her so much and even if I never bring a baby home, this fertility experience was made easier because of her. I think sometimes nurses are not given enough accolades for all they do. But trust me, nurses like Shirey Barrick are the backbone to any successful practice.

Keep up the great work Shirley! We love you!

Tashina

I could not have made it through without the support of my nurse, Chris Bishop (leesburg). Best. Nurse. Ever. She not only provided excellent medical care, but knew exactly what to say to help calm my nerves during a very stressful time. Thanks to Chris as well as all the wonderful nurses at SGF. Every nurse I came in contact with was amazing!

 Kathy Bugge is a wonderful nurse. Her kind and attentive manner helped us feel trusting and safe despite a few failed cycles. Kathy stood by us in the difficult times and celebrated with us when IVF worked after the 3rd cycle.  Words can't really express our graditude for the pivitol role she and other Shady Grove staff and doctors played in helping us build our family. We are blessed.

Thanks so much to Sonia in the Annandale Office. It was always great fun to talk with you and we really appreciate your support through the process each time. The twins and our big girl are doing just great. Its pretty busy here but we are loving life. You are part of the reason we have these 3 beautiful children. A GRAND THANKS. I miss you!

S

Jessica was our nurse for our almost two year struggle to get pregnant. I know, from the bottom of my heart, that we would not have made it through without her support. I talked with Jessica probably more than I talked to almost anyone during those two years -- she listened, provided guidance and counseling, and most importantly empathy. Having her tell me that we were pregnant was one of the best days of my life and I could not have imagined hearing it from anyone else or experiencing it without her. Thanks Jessica for being such a rock star!

I say a prayer of thanks everyday to both of you and Shadygrove for my two precious angels. They will be 2 in June and it just feels like yesterday that I was there doctoring with you. I tell people all the time what wonderful nurses and doctors I came to know at Shadygrove. Thank you so much for helping me with my two blessings. Isabella Grace and Olivia Faith are the best things that have ever happened in my life! Thanks again!

I just want to say that the Shady Grove nurses are a breed all their own. The compassion and care they provide all patients goes above and beyond. They are excited when you have good news, and they help you through the bad. Thank you for all you do, especially to Taryn!

Without Shady Grove we would not have our sweet Sophia and Luke!