I saw the midwives here and delivered with one last week. I had such a positive experience! They were all so patient and kind. Annie was the only midwife that I didn t see before my birth and she was the one who ended up delivering my baby. She was so calming, reassuring and positive. I m so glad that I found this place and I would recommend it to anyone.
It s very unfortunate that my experience here wasn t as expected.
The doctor I seen was McEvoy. I understand we re still in a pandemic, but I wasn t made aware that my 20 month old could not attend my appointment and I have no one to watch her. McEvoy frantically panicked when she came in the room and asked how I even got passed the receptionist. I apologized because I didn t know and I told her well everyone so hi to my daughter and didn t tell me to leave.
She hurried and left the room during my consultation and came back a few minutes later. Still very panicked. A consultation that is supposed to last 30-60 minutes was over in 10 minutes. She didn t listen to much of anything I said.
I ve mentioned several times to her as well as nurses over the phone that a specific procedure that I ve had in the past was very traumatic and painful and if possible I d like to skip and if so much time passes and still no pregnancy I will give it great thought to get the procedure. Today I was told that McEvoy will agree to skip procedure and go on to have a plan of action appointment, but won t give me anything medication because my BMI is too high. I ve lost 60 pounds already to prepare for another pregnancy.
These are just a few red flags shared from my visit, there are a few more.
I m so disappointed that I wasted my time and money here. Now I know what to ask at whichever new clinic I decide to go to help us grow our family.
My nurse at the clinic, I believe her name was Nicole- she s amazing! Dr.Hallstrom is amazing. Dr. Frank is amazing.
The reason I went to this clinic in the first place is because I wanted to do a vbac and they do vbacs (not every clinic does). Agreeing to do them and actually wanting to do them is certainly two very different things, as I soon realized the night I went in to get induced (since I was overdue). Dr. Sarkinen (Dr. S) entered the room and wanted to get started on pitocin right away. I had talked to the midwife the night before and it was my understanding we were trying the catheter for the night and if nothing happened, pitocin will be started in the morning, so I asked Dr. S if this was still possible as maybe I misunderstood the plan the night before. Dr. S proceeded to say, "Karyn-I had a horrible night and don't want to argue with you. She's JUST a midwife, she probably just told you what you wanted to hear." I didn't realize asking a simple question was arguing, but apparently questioning Dr. S makes her angry. I was also taken aback that she insulted her colleague. Anyways, since this plan was totally different than what I thought, I asked about the risk of pitocin vs. catheter as I was already a little nervous about vbac. Dr. S said, "Karyn-there aren't any risks of pitocin" (she would use my name before she started all her sentences, it was very condescending). I know that is completely false as studies show an increased rate of uterine rupture with induction in patients attempting vbac. She went on to tell me that the doctor coming in the morning HATES vbacs and that I'm not a good candidate anyways and that "everything leads to pitocin...pitocin pitocin pitocin." That would have been nice to hear during ANY of the 8 appointments I had throughout my entire pregnancy at their clinic (I was only told I was a GREAT candidate btw)...so I proceeded to ask her just that, "if you didn't think I was a good candidate, why didn't you tell me during the past 8 months I've been to your clinic." She then said, "well Karyn....you were SOOO excited you were dilated and then you were SOOO excited the baby flipped." Hmmm...who wouldn't be? At this point, there was no coming back from the way I was treated, she completely ruined any chance of trying to have a successful vbac so I opted to leave and come back the next day for a c-section. I still got charged $1400.00 for the 3 hours I was in the hospital that evening getting belittled by Dr. S. I did try calling and talking to the patient advocate, hospital billing, and the clinic manager, but they said there was nothing they could do. I was not at all trying to get out of paying for all of it, but since I didn't stay all night, I thought it would have been reasonable to pay a reduced amount. Frankly, it wasn't even about the money as the damage was done-it was the principal of it all. Unfortunately, this story is SO SO SO SO common these days. Doctors no longer care about their patients, they are so disconnected from natural birth-intervention is more comfortable for them-and more profitable...and the system is set up that way. She came in my room the day after my c-section and tried to act like nothing happened. An apology would have been nice, but that didn't happen. I truly see most doctors as glorified pharma reps. There's a major disconnect from the patient. I certainly believe there are benefits of meds and intervention and times where they are absolutely necessary, but often times that's not why they are used. There are some good doctors left, but it's becoming more and more rare these days. I personally wouldn't go to Dr. S if you have a more natural mindset when it comes to birth or if you would like to do a vbac. She literally destroyed my birth experience, it's so sad. Since this has become common, It's helped to talk to other mom's who have dealt with similar situations. They have all said I need to share this story which is why I finally posted it. I wasn't going to but if it can help one person, then it's worth it.
This is the best place ever! Ihave been going there since 2016 and have had 3 babies and the experience is amazing. I have my favorite 2 NPs i don't even know if its ok to mention their names but they are amazing. Im sad that im done having babies and so might not see them, but for my female stuff questions or check ups i will still come here. Very friendly and understanding people.
This office is beautiful, and the team is wonderful. They set me at ease right away, and I was brought into my appointment within minutes of arriving. I came in with some specific issues that I've been dealing with for a while. I didn't really think anyone could help. But Kelly Ihry genuinely listened to my concerns, and was both direct and compassionate in suggesting a path forward. I finally feel confident that I've found a gyn practice that's truly welcoming, and investing in me...and that I'll finally feel better. Thank you Kelly and team!!
I was a surrogate and we chose to use Oakdale OBGYN. I cannot even begin to explain the amazing experience we had! We were able to FaceTime in the parents to every appointment so they felt involved being so far away. Every member of their staff was incredibly kind and helpful every step of the way! I appreciate each and every one of you!!
This team of care providers is beyond exceptional. Wonderful communication, and collaboration. Kelly Ihry C-NP is who I see the most, for all my yearly visits, Birth control, and the majority of my pregnancy visits. She is nothing short of phenomenal. She listens, is knowledgeable, attentive, and makes it easy to talk to her. The Midwives I have seen are nothing short of amazing too. They helped deliver my boys (3yrs. and 3 months) and were always kind, patient, and even though I hadn't met them previously, they made it feel like I had. Oakdale is and always will be the place I go.
Absolutely love the staff and Dr Palmer here. I'm not going anywhere else
I love that fact that they encourage V-Backs after a C-Section! I had my first via c-section due to cord around baby's neck and I was still able to deliver my next 2 naturally!
Dr. Palmer is, simply put, the absolute best in his field. I went to him, on referral, for endometriosis. He definitely lives up to the hype. The entire office is fantastic, and I feel like I am getting the best possible care here. As a woman, it''s important to find an OBGYN you can trust. I'm glad I've found it here. Amy is amazing, and I feel like she truly cares about me. The same goes for Dr. Palmer. I feel so comfortable when I'm getting care, and I know I can trust his expertise implicitly. Can't recommend them enough. You can't go wrong with any location.
I live 45+ minutes away from the clinic, but I make the long drive because they are THAT GOOD. I also plan on coming back to continue seeing Dr. Palmer when I move out of state. I truly don't think I can find a doctor of his caliber elsewhere. I feel lucky to have found Oakdale OBGYN and be in their care!
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