#681 ·
DR. DOKO is perfectly fine. I had a visit with DR. KOS over at Sigeta before, and it was an absolute disaster—plus, I have plenty of other horror stories about her too.
OB/GYN Discussion Thread
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#682 ·
Oh, Dr. Miller! I actually saw him back when I was in grad school. He’s a decent guy—not rude or anything—it’s just that he won't look you in the eye while he talks. He’ll give you all the answers, sure, but he just avoids eye contact entirely! Honestly, it’s perfect for those girls who feel totally mortified running into a gynecologist at the grocery store. 🙂 He definitely won't recognize you! 😉 I’ve always heard that male doctors tend to be more careful because they can't personally relate to what the exam feels like—they don't want to mess up—whereas some women might be a bit rougher, thinking, "Oh, please, you're going to tell me it hurts, I already know." I haven't run into a female doctor yet, so I can't really confirm if that's true.
#683 ·
Dr. Mandic over at the Petrova clinic is basically the gold standard, you just have to be prepared to wait forever in line...
#684 ·
I’m looking to switch up my gynecologist (over in San Diego), and since I just started getting coverage through Blue Cross, I’ve got a few options on the table:
Dr. Gordon Rački’s OBGYN clinic, San Diego
"1885" Medical Center, San Diego
Dr. Sindik’s Infectious Disease & Gynecology Clinic, San Diego
Dr. Jacob Masovčić’s Private OBGYN Practice, San Diego.
Anyone here actually been to these places? Or maybe you could suggest a fifth, sixth... something else?
SUGGESTION FOR THE MODS: any chance we could split these threads by city or region... just to make things easier to navigate?
Dr. Gordon Rački’s OBGYN clinic, San Diego
"1885" Medical Center, San Diego
Dr. Sindik’s Infectious Disease & Gynecology Clinic, San Diego
Dr. Jacob Masovčić’s Private OBGYN Practice, San Diego.
Anyone here actually been to these places? Or maybe you could suggest a fifth, sixth... something else?
SUGGESTION FOR THE MODS: any chance we could split these threads by city or region... just to make things easier to navigate?
#685 ·
I need a recommendation for a gynecologist or an OB-GYN who takes insurance—someone who can actually write me prescriptions and referrals for tests.
I currently see a private doctor, Dr. Marton. She’s absolutely wonderful, five stars, I really don't want to switch, but everything with her is strictly out-of-pocket and nothing is covered by my health insurance. And look, I don't mind that. Every six months, I can set aside $267 for a check-up, no problem. But when she prescribes a specific treatment or medication, it’s all private prescriptions, and those meds are sooo expensive. It just hits my budget way too hard at that point.
I just paid for one single pill $167 (which was ridiculously pricey).
So, I’m looking for someone I could officially register with—someone good, who can handle my regular exams, write my prescriptions, and get me those referrals.
Oh, and ideally, somewhere that isn't a total zoo. I want to be able to book an appointment normally without waiting too much...
Thanks for any suggestions!
I currently see a private doctor, Dr. Marton. She’s absolutely wonderful, five stars, I really don't want to switch, but everything with her is strictly out-of-pocket and nothing is covered by my health insurance. And look, I don't mind that. Every six months, I can set aside $267 for a check-up, no problem. But when she prescribes a specific treatment or medication, it’s all private prescriptions, and those meds are sooo expensive. It just hits my budget way too hard at that point.
I just paid for one single pill $167 (which was ridiculously pricey).
So, I’m looking for someone I could officially register with—someone good, who can handle my regular exams, write my prescriptions, and get me those referrals.
Oh, and ideally, somewhere that isn't a total zoo. I want to be able to book an appointment normally without waiting too much...
Thanks for any suggestions!
#686 ·
ica said:I need a recommendation for a gynecologist or specialist who takes my insurance—someone who can handle writing prescriptions and getting me referrals for checkups.
Dr. Wahid, over at the Trnje Community Health Center, near the loop area.
#687 ·
plavusa said:Since last summer, I’ve been seeing a private specialist—Dr. Miller—right downtown near Union Square.
Honestly, he’s about 70, but the guy is a total pro. Both my mom and a bunch of her
friends go to him. He’s careful, discreet, and actually takes the time to walk you through everything while he’s "working"—explaining what he’s doing,
you can ask him anything, like if you need a full checkup plus a pelvic exam, blood pressure, breast exam, and a PAP
test—I think he charged about $83 and I had my results within three days.
It was a great experience, totally zero shame, honestly felt quite pleasant, haha.
Highly recommend.
Hey, that old gentleman actually covered for my gynecologist when I went in for my very first exam. For that first visit, things were incredibly chill. He was so attentive and managed to get me to relax since I was basically a ball of nerves at the time. The only thing that wasn't great—looking back—was when I mentioned that sex had been painful, and he just said, and I quote: "It's all in your head." I didn't really buy it, but I figured I'd chalk it up to his age. You say he's 70? When I saw him about ten years ago, he seemed much older than that—I actually thought he was already retired.
#688 ·
pin_up said:Everyone kept raving about those OB-GYNs over on Runjaninova Street—but when I actually showed up? It was just endless delays. "Come back in a month," "try again in two," "wait all day," blah blah blah... and I had some pretty urgent stuff going on. 👎 Luckily, I finally found this super kind older doctor out in New Chicago—way less chaotic than the downtown area—who always makes time for me. He’s not even private practice, which is a plus. I'm happy now. 👍
Drop the name if he's actually good! 🙂 I'm looking for someone nearby since I'm moving soon...
#689 ·
casualtinker14 said:My experiences with female gynecologists haven't been great, but you can run into a bad doctor regardless of gender.
For the last six years, I’ve been seeing Dr. Husar over on Cherry Street. He runs a private practice, but he is worth every penny. When I visit him, I know he will make time for me; we sit down, discuss everything on my mind, and he is always polite and attentive.
During my last appointment about a month ago, we discussed HPV because I had read so many conflicting things about the virus here on the forum and wanted specific details.
Additionally, there were times when I could just call him for advice, and he would always spare at least five to ten minutes to chat so I wouldn't have to schedule a full appointment just for one question.
I am truly satisfied and highly recommend him.
Phone: 555-0198, 27 Cherry Street.
Dr. Husar is very kind, but unfortunately, that is his only real strength. I had my pregnancy monitored by him and went in once or twice a month for checkups, yet he failed to see the bone disease on the ultrasound. I later found ultrasound images online where it was clearly visible. Several of his colleagues also informed me that such an issue can be detected even with older ultrasound technology.
Being polite is nice, but clinical expertise is what actually matters.
#690 ·
ica said:I need a recommendation for a gynecologist or specialist who takes insurance, so they can write me prescriptions and referrals for tests.
I see a private doctor, Dr. Marton—she’s absolutely wonderful, five stars, I don't want to switch—but everything there is strictly out-of-pocket. The health insurance fund doesn't subsidize anything. I don't mind paying $267 for a check-up every six months, but when she prescribes medication, it's all private prescriptions, and the drugs are sooo expensive. It just blows my budget.
Just recently, one single pill cost me $167 (which is a massive hit).
So, I'd love to find someone covered by insurance whom I can register with, provided they're good, so they can handle my exams, prescriptions, and referrals.
Oh, and I'd prefer somewhere that isn't packed, where you can actually book an appointment without waiting too much....
Thanks for the help!
I know a gynecologist at the Peachwood Community Health Center, Tanjica Pavlek.
She takes insurance, but she also sees private patients. An exam will set you back $50, but everything else—prescriptions, referrals, etc.—goes through insurance. The best part is there's NO appointment system; you just show up whenever you want and wait your turn (it might take about half an hour).
She’s phenomenal. She explains everything clearly. If you're a bit paranoid like I am and want every possible referral, she won't hesitate to give them to you, along with recommendations on where to go for testing.
🙏
#691 ·
I used to see my gynecologist in a small town outside of Chicago—absolute top-tier professional, honestly.
The thing is, I’m allergic to excessive body hair, so I always keep things trimmed with a trimmer. When I went in for my first exam with him, he actually made a comment like, "My, what a lovely hairstyle you have; it's nice to see someone with an eye for design." (Good grief, just be professional). Since then, I refuse to see a male OB-GYN. I’d much rather pay extra to switch to my current female doctor than ever step foot in his office again.
The thing is, I’m allergic to excessive body hair, so I always keep things trimmed with a trimmer. When I went in for my first exam with him, he actually made a comment like, "My, what a lovely hairstyle you have; it's nice to see someone with an eye for design." (Good grief, just be professional). Since then, I refuse to see a male OB-GYN. I’d much rather pay extra to switch to my current female doctor than ever step foot in his office again.
#692 ·
Sophia Cook4 said:I know a gynecologist over at the Peenica Community Health Center, Tanjica Pavlek.
She works through the insurance system, but she takes private patients too. An exam will cost you $50, though everything else—prescriptions, referrals, that whole bit—goes through your health insurance. And honestly, there’s NO NEED TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT. You just show up whenever you want and wait your turn (which can take about half an hour or so)
The woman is phenomenal. She explains everything. If you're a little paranoid like I am and you're hunting for every possible specialist referral, she won't give you any trouble... she'll get you those referrals and even suggest where to go for specific tests.
🙏
She really is wonderful!!! Once, I rushed in because of an allergic reaction to some vaginal cream; she saw me privately and was hands down the most gentle doctor I've ever encountered. But she has one tiny issue: SHE HAS NO ROOM, and she probably never will, since she’s likely the only decent gynecologist in that part of town.
And yeah, that jerk Šušac and his perpetually pissed-off nurse are the absolute worst. Stay far away, seriously.
If, say, you have an emergency and if she’s willing to see you after you’ve had to explain ten times why you can't wait for a regular appointment, she might keep you waiting all day. Last time, I actually burst into tears in the waiting room because that bitch told me, after five hours of sitting there, "Why can't you just wait a bit longer?... hm... clearly it isn't that bad."
And I had the worst bladder infection of my life along with all the usual issues...
#694 ·
I went to see Dr. Adams, but my wife is basically the rulebook for me, and the whole thing was such a headache because she runs a private practice and I had these constant infections... So eventually, I ended up going down to the local community clinic near Springfield to see Dr. Miller, and I have to tell you, I was so incredibly nervous the first time that it was actually unreal, though as time went by, I really got used to seeing Dr. Miller and now it feels like the most routine thing in the world. He knows all about my blood pressure issues, especially when I show up at his office completely frazzled, asking him if it’s normal that I started my period after only fourteen days, and he just tells me we shouldn't panic, which honestly makes me want to lose my mind... How am I supposed to stay calm when anxiety is practically part of my DNA?!
#695 ·
mandy said:I've been seeing Dr. Drake for two years now and I'm happy with him. He's a solid doctor who always sorts out my crossword puzzles when I visit, but he also answers everything I ask. /QUOTE]
Spot on. About ten years ago, my experiences with him were nothing but positive.
#696 ·
Sophia Cook4 said:I used to see my gynecologist in a small town nearby, and honestly, he was a top-tier specialist.
But here’s the thing: I have an allergy to excess hair, so I always trim things down with a trimmer. When I went in for my first exam with him, he actually looked at me and commented, "My goodness, what a lovely hairstyle; it's truly wonderful to see someone with such an eye for design." (Good grief, just be professional!). Since that moment, I haven't stepped foot in a male gynecologist's office again. I'd much rather pay extra to switch to my current female doctor than ever deal with him again.
Hahahaha!👍 That guy is absolutely out of his mind.😉 😉 Can I book an appointment with him just to debate hairstyles?🤣
#697 ·
Hey ladies,
here are a few of my own experiences...
My first gynecologist (back when I was 18, at the City Women's Hospital) was Dr. Grujić Koračin; she left such a wonderful impression on me. She was attentive and actually took the time to talk to me—just excellent. Unfortunately, she opened a private practice, which I couldn't afford back when I was a student.
Then there was Dr. Kovačević over in downtown Chicago—total butcher. I won't even get into what her office looked like; it reminded me of those run-down clinics you see in the deep rural South (don't ask why, that’s just how my brain filed it away—that rusty white exam table, a single bare bulb hanging from the ceiling, at least it was back then, yikes).😢
I could barely make an exit; the woman wouldn't let me leave, so I had to lie and say I was moving to Springfield and needed to change doctors... it was awful.🙂
Later on, during college, there was another one—I can't remember her last name, but she was a lovely lady. She ended up moving to work in Canada.
After that, Dr. Neda Bingula over near the Union Station area—super sweet, experienced, attentive, and highly professional. She always talked everything through with me. She retired, though, *sniff*.
She was replaced by a young doctor who I really didn't care for—poor communication, inattentive, and just clumsy.
And then, the absolute kicker: a friend recommended Dr. Konrad Nižetić. I am fully aware that this man is a great doctor to some people, but the way he treated me was borderline grounds for a lawsuit...
So, I show up, and the nurse is okay (not great, not terrible). The doctor comes in, I start getting undressed, and he asks if I have a boyfriend. I tell him I do. I lie down on the table. I don't know about you girls, but I groom myself down there—not completely, obviously, but I shave a bit for hygiene reasons; things tend to collect there, and it just feels cleaner and more comfortable, plus, it makes things more pleasant for my boyfriend, too.🙂
The doctor starts the exam and says this: "You know what they say about your boyfriend? A crappy dick and hair get in the way!"
Just imagine being there, lying on the table, legs spread, a doctor's finger inside you, while he's making these disgusting comments...
Well, I just sat there in silence. What was I supposed to do? (Stupid girl!) He finishes the exam 🙂 and adds—"You have nice breasts..."
Now, you tell me—is it normal for a doctor to say that? Am I being overly sensitive or crazy, or am I just an idiot for not slapping him across the face and calling the local news?
I didn't pay for the exam, and it's been about two years since then. In the meantime, I've seen a doctor at a clinic over by the Mayo Clinic area—I wasn't thrilled. He's professional and polite enough, but he's as quiet as a fish, which is annoying because I want to know exactly what's happening and what my health status is.
I'm preparing to see a new doctor in the next few days. I'll read through all your posts to help decide, though I think I've already halfway decided on Dr. Grujić Koračin—I can actually afford her now, and she left me with such a positive memory.
here are a few of my own experiences...
My first gynecologist (back when I was 18, at the City Women's Hospital) was Dr. Grujić Koračin; she left such a wonderful impression on me. She was attentive and actually took the time to talk to me—just excellent. Unfortunately, she opened a private practice, which I couldn't afford back when I was a student.
Then there was Dr. Kovačević over in downtown Chicago—total butcher. I won't even get into what her office looked like; it reminded me of those run-down clinics you see in the deep rural South (don't ask why, that’s just how my brain filed it away—that rusty white exam table, a single bare bulb hanging from the ceiling, at least it was back then, yikes).😢
I could barely make an exit; the woman wouldn't let me leave, so I had to lie and say I was moving to Springfield and needed to change doctors... it was awful.🙂
Later on, during college, there was another one—I can't remember her last name, but she was a lovely lady. She ended up moving to work in Canada.
After that, Dr. Neda Bingula over near the Union Station area—super sweet, experienced, attentive, and highly professional. She always talked everything through with me. She retired, though, *sniff*.
She was replaced by a young doctor who I really didn't care for—poor communication, inattentive, and just clumsy.
And then, the absolute kicker: a friend recommended Dr. Konrad Nižetić. I am fully aware that this man is a great doctor to some people, but the way he treated me was borderline grounds for a lawsuit...
So, I show up, and the nurse is okay (not great, not terrible). The doctor comes in, I start getting undressed, and he asks if I have a boyfriend. I tell him I do. I lie down on the table. I don't know about you girls, but I groom myself down there—not completely, obviously, but I shave a bit for hygiene reasons; things tend to collect there, and it just feels cleaner and more comfortable, plus, it makes things more pleasant for my boyfriend, too.🙂
The doctor starts the exam and says this: "You know what they say about your boyfriend? A crappy dick and hair get in the way!"
Just imagine being there, lying on the table, legs spread, a doctor's finger inside you, while he's making these disgusting comments...
Well, I just sat there in silence. What was I supposed to do? (Stupid girl!) He finishes the exam 🙂 and adds—"You have nice breasts..."
Now, you tell me—is it normal for a doctor to say that? Am I being overly sensitive or crazy, or am I just an idiot for not slapping him across the face and calling the local news?
I didn't pay for the exam, and it's been about two years since then. In the meantime, I've seen a doctor at a clinic over by the Mayo Clinic area—I wasn't thrilled. He's professional and polite enough, but he's as quiet as a fish, which is annoying because I want to know exactly what's happening and what my health status is.
I'm preparing to see a new doctor in the next few days. I'll read through all your posts to help decide, though I think I've already halfway decided on Dr. Grujić Koračin—I can actually afford her now, and she left me with such a positive memory.
#698 ·
[QUOTE=pin_up kaže:
Everyone kept raving about those gynecologists over on Runjaninova Street, but when I actually showed up, it was just "come back in a month," "try in two months," "wait all day," blah blah blah... And I had some pretty urgent stuff going on! Now I've found this super sweet older doctor out in New Chicago (way less hectic than downtown!) who always makes time for me. I'm totally happy with him, and he's not even private practice.
Does anyone know the name of that doctor in New Chicago? Like, where exactly is his office? That would be such a huge help. Thanks a million!
Everyone kept raving about those gynecologists over on Runjaninova Street, but when I actually showed up, it was just "come back in a month," "try in two months," "wait all day," blah blah blah... And I had some pretty urgent stuff going on! Now I've found this super sweet older doctor out in New Chicago (way less hectic than downtown!) who always makes time for me. I'm totally happy with him, and he's not even private practice.
Does anyone know the name of that doctor in New Chicago? Like, where exactly is his office? That would be such a huge help. Thanks a million!
#699 ·
I'm 29 and I have a cyst on my right ovary. My doctor is recommending surgery because they're worried it might interfere with my ability to get pregnant. I'm wondering if there are any other treatment options besides going under the knife—like some kind of alternative method? I really, really want to avoid surgery if I can help it!
#700 ·
Taylor Myers8 said:I’m looking to switch gynecologists (in Seattle). Since I recently got covered under my new health insurance plan through Blue Cross, I have a few options to choose from:
Dr. Gordon Rački’s OB-GYN Clinic, SEATTLE
"1885" Polyclinic, SEATTLE
Dr. Sindik Infectious Disease and Gynecology Clinic, SEATTLE
Dr. Jakov Masovčić Private OB-GYN Practice, SEATTLE.
Does anyone have experience with these places, or could you recommend a fifth or sixth option?
SUGGESTION FOR THE MODS: Could we split this thread up by cities or regions? It would make navigating much easier.
I saw that last one recently. Went there for the first exam based on my mom’s recommendation. After the most recent visit, I decided he was my last. I went in for a consultation and told him I wouldn't be back for an exam until spring—that's my usual schedule, plus my school covered my last physical at a private clinic. Over the phone, he wouldn't give me any details (which is fine), but once I actually showed up, five minutes of small talk followed by a new prescription for birth control and then... $67.
During the conversation, I got the impression he couldn't care less about what I was saying or the symptoms I was experiencing (I was on Triquilar and had been feeling pretty rough lately). He just sat there, stone-faced, saying things like, "Well, alright, we'll change it, it's no big deal, we can do patches, pills..." Honestly, it felt like being stuck in the worst state-run clinic in the country—no offense to those doctors. To top it off, he messed up the prescription, so I had to go all the way back.
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