Rejuvenating Fertility Center, Jericho — An Honest Editorial Review
Among boutique fertility clinics in New York, Rejuvenating Fertility Center (RFC) stands out for a protocol-forward, concierge approach centered on one physician. The Jericho, NY satellite — opened to serve Long Island patients closer to home — is led by founder and Medical Director Dr. Zaher Merhi, MD, FACOG, HCLD. The office sits at 380 N Broadway, Suite L-1.
Training and Credentials
Dr. Merhi earned his medical degree at the American University of Beirut, completed his OB-GYN residency at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, and completed his REI fellowship at Albert Einstein College of Medicine / Montefiore. He holds three credentials: board certification in Obstetrics & Gynecology, subspecialty board certification in Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility, and High-Complexity Laboratory Director (HCLD) certification. Past academic appointments include NYU School of Medicine, University of Vermont, Albert Einstein, and Professor at SUNY Downstate, where he directed the ACGME-accredited REI fellowship program. He has published over 100 peer-reviewed papers — browse his PubMed publications, which focus on PRP ovarian rejuvenation, PCOS, AMH regulation, and adipose-derived stem cells.
Services and Specialties
Services available through the Jericho office include:
- In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) — RFC markets "no age or BMI cutoff" IVF
- Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) and ovulation induction
- egg freezing and fertility preservation
- donor egg IVF and gestational surrogacy
- PRP ovarian rejuvenation (investigational; not FDA-approved for fertility)
- "BrEASTsafe IVF" low-estrogen protocol and immunology workup
- Acupuncture and integrative fertility support
Success Rates and Lab Notes
RFC is a smaller, concierge-style practice rather than a large academic lab; patients considering IVF should ask directly which SART-reporting laboratory processes their retrievals, and request age-banded live-birth data before signing a contract. Published averages on third-party sites blend diagnoses and protocols; our how to read IVF success rates guide covers the interpretation traps. National benchmarks are in the CDC ART Success Rates report.
Patient Experience
The Jericho office holds a 5.0/5 Google rating across roughly 26 reviews — a small but consistently positive sample. Recurring review themes mention direct physician access (patients typically see Dr. Merhi rather than rotating providers), willingness to take on patients other clinics declined for age or AMH, and a receptive stance toward holistic add-ons. Because the sample is small, prospective patients should weigh reviews alongside a consultation and written protocol.
Considering At-Home Insemination?
Not every fertility journey starts in a clinic. At-home intracervical insemination (ICI) is a lower-cost, private option for patients without a known fertility diagnosis — including single parents by choice, LGBTQ+ families, and couples who want to try a few cycles before committing to clinical treatment.
At-home insemination kits from MakeAMom include step-by-step instructions for donor or partner sperm, are reusable until conception, and arrive in plain, discreet packaging. Many people use them while waiting for an REI appointment or alongside ovulation tracking. If you have a known diagnosis, have tried 12 months without success (six if over 35), or your physician has already recommended IUI or IVF, a board-certified REI is the right next step.
Insurance and Cost in New York
New York's 2020 fertility mandate requires large-group, state-regulated commercial plans to cover up to three IVF cycles per lifetime; self-funded ERISA employer plans are exempt. Boutique practices like RFC may be out-of-network with some carriers — confirm coverage before any treatment cycle. See our fertility insurance mandates by state guide and IVF cost by state breakdown.
Location and Contact
Address: 380 N Broadway, Suite L-1, Jericho, NY 11753 Phone: (516) 755-7055 Website: rejuvenatingfertility.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Is RFC Jericho a full IVF lab or a satellite? The Jericho location is a consultation and monitoring office; retrievals and transfers are coordinated through RFC's primary lab. Confirm the exact lab location and SART reporting status at consultation.
Does Dr. Merhi personally see patients in Jericho? Per the clinic, Dr. Merhi has practiced in Jericho for years and sees Long Island patients directly. Confirm his schedule when booking.
Is PRP ovarian rejuvenation proven? PRP for ovarian rejuvenation remains investigational — there is active research (including Dr. Merhi's own), but it is not a standard-of-care therapy endorsed by ASRM. Ask for the current evidence base before opting in.
Editorial note: Independently written by the Fertlo editorial team; not sponsored. See our editorial policy.