Dr. Paul Gindoff is a senior reproductive endocrinologist practicing at Chelsea Fertility NYC, located at 105 E 37th St, Suite 1, New York, NY 10016 — in the Murray Hill neighborhood of Manhattan, between Park and Lexington avenues. Chelsea Fertility NYC is an independent New York City fertility practice, and Dr. Gindoff's profile is featured at chelseafertilitynyc.com/our-center/paul-gindoff-fertility-doctor. The clinic holds a 4.4-star rating across 18 reviews. Murray Hill is centrally accessible from the 4, 5, 6, 7, and S subway lines at Grand Central–42nd St, and from the Lexington Ave and Park Ave bus routes. New York patients can browse the New York fertility clinic directory.
About Dr. Paul Gindoff
Dr. Paul Gindoff is a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist with decades of experience in the field. He trained at leading academic medical institutions and has practiced reproductive medicine in the New York metropolitan area for his entire career, building an extensive clinical record across the full spectrum of fertility treatments. Dr. Gindoff's experience spans the evolution of IVF from its earliest iterations through today's blastocyst and PGT-era protocols, giving him a depth of clinical intuition that newer practitioners are still developing.
Patients who seek out Dr. Gindoff typically do so because of his reputation for thoughtful, individualized case management. He is particularly noted for his work with patients who have complex histories, prior treatment failures, or diagnoses that require nuanced protocol design. His approach emphasizes direct communication with patients and a commitment to explaining the reasoning behind each clinical decision.
Services and Treatments
- In vitro fertilization (IVF) with fresh and frozen embryo transfers
- Egg freezing for elective fertility preservation and oncofertility
- Preimplantation genetic testing (PGT-A and PGT-M)
- Intrauterine insemination (IUI) with partner or donor sperm
- Donor egg IVF with fresh and frozen donor cycles
- Donor sperm coordination
- Ovulation induction with oral agents and injectable gonadotropins
- Recurrent pregnancy loss evaluation and management
- Recurrent implantation failure investigation and tailored protocol design
- Male fertility assessment and sperm banking
Laboratory and Success Rates
Chelsea Fertility NYC operates a dedicated embryology laboratory supporting Dr. Gindoff and the broader practice. The lab employs modern culture conditions, ICSI, vitrification, and PGT biopsy capability. Chelsea Fertility NYC is a SART-reporting member, and patients should review published outcome data alongside the center-specific statistics Dr. Gindoff can provide at a consultation.
Patients should review the most current cycle-level data published by the CDC's ART Surveillance program and the SART Clinic Summary Report.
Patient Experience
Patients who see Dr. Gindoff at Chelsea Fertility NYC describe a physician who is fully engaged with their individual case — someone who reads their records carefully, asks pertinent questions, and offers detailed explanations of diagnosis and treatment options. Reviewers who have previously cycled at larger New York fertility factories often note that the Chelsea Fertility NYC environment feels meaningfully more personal. Murray Hill's central Manhattan location is convenient for patients from Midtown, Chelsea, Gramercy, the Upper East Side, and across the Metro area. The 37th St address is a short walk from Grand Central, making it accessible for patients who commute from New Jersey, Connecticut, or Westchester.
Considering At-Home Insemination?
Not every fertility journey begins in a clinic. At-home intracervical insemination (ICI) is a lower-cost, private option that suits patients with no known fertility diagnosis — including single parents by choice, same-sex couples, and people who want to try a few cycles before committing to clinical treatment.
At-home insemination kits like those from MakeAMom come with step-by-step instructions designed for donor or partner sperm. Kits are a one-time purchase that can be reused until conception succeeds, require no clinic visit, and arrive in plain, discreet packaging. Many patients use them as a first step while working toward a fertility consultation — or alongside ovulation tracking while they wait for an appointment slot.
If you have a known fertility diagnosis, have been trying for 12 months without success (six months if you're over 35), or your physician has already recommended IUI or IVF, a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist is the right next step.
Insurance and Financing
New York's fertility insurance mandate requires fully insured group health plans covering 100 or more employees to cover three IVF cycles. This applies to many New York City employer plans, and Chelsea Fertility NYC's billing team can conduct a full benefits verification before treatment begins. The practice is experienced with navigating New York's mandate requirements and submitting prior authorizations.
Self-insured employer plans are not subject to the state mandate. For patients without IVF coverage, Chelsea Fertility NYC offers self-pay pricing and can discuss available financing options. HSA and FSA funds are applicable to fertility treatments. Patients should confirm that Chelsea Fertility NYC is in-network with their specific insurer before scheduling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Gindoff a good choice for patients who have failed multiple IVF cycles elsewhere? Dr. Gindoff's experience with complex and refractory cases makes him a strong option for patients who have not succeeded at other practices. He will conduct a thorough review of prior cycle records and propose protocol modifications based on his analysis. Patients should bring complete documentation of all prior cycles.
Can I request Dr. Gindoff specifically when scheduling at Chelsea Fertility NYC? Yes. Patients can request Dr. Gindoff when making their initial appointment. Because Chelsea Fertility NYC is a smaller practice than national chains, patients tend to see the same physician consistently throughout their care rather than rotating through multiple physicians.
How does Dr. Gindoff approach patients of advanced reproductive age? Dr. Gindoff's extensive experience includes significant work with patients in their late 30s and early 40s. He will provide a frank prognosis based on ovarian reserve testing and prior cycle data. Options such as donor egg IVF are discussed candidly when autologous egg cycles are unlikely to succeed, rather than being deferred.
What is the difference between Chelsea Fertility NYC and other Manhattan fertility clinics? Chelsea Fertility NYC is an independent practice that emphasizes a personal, physician-led experience. It serves patients who want more direct access to their physician and a less corporate feel compared to major chain fertility centers in New York, such as RMA or NYU Langone Fertility. The Murray Hill address is one of Manhattan's most transit-accessible locations.