Looking for a new OB-GYN in Chicago

A Pregnant Pause · March 2011

I've just moved into the city from the suburbs and I'm looking for a new OB-GYN. I have great health insurance (BCBS PPO) and trying to sort through all of the options is crazy! I live right by Advocate Illinois Masonic but we are thinking we want to deliver at Prentice (Northwestern). Any recommendations?

jesusita2002 · March 2011

When I was looking for a OB-GYM, I also knew I wanted to deliver at Northwestern so I called the Physician Referral Line found under the "Request an Appointment" button on the right hand side of the screen.

https://www.nmh.org/nm/physician-finder

They put me in touch with a doctor based on how far along I was and who could accommodate my then crazy schedule for that first appointment. I was referred to a doctor at Chicago Women's Health group which is literally just a couple doors down from the hospital. I have yet to be disappointed with my experience there.

I am now 23 weeks along which means I will start to rotate through the other doctors in the practice so that if for some reason my doctor can't deliver our babe, I will be comfortable with the doctor on call and they will "know" me already.

celiabeth · March 2011

I use NYE Partners at 625 N Michicgan. It is run by 3 female doctors. They also rotate here. I also see the nurse practioner a lot. I usually don't have to wait more than 20-25 mintues past my appointment time to be seen. For an all female practice that is pretty impressive to me. (I once waited 2 hours at another practice) I also have BCBS PPO and will deliver at Prentice.

magdalenamtz · March 2011

celiabeth:
I use NYE Partners at 625 N Michicgan. It is run by 3 female doctors. They also rotate here. I also see the nurse practioner a lot. I usually don't have to wait more than 20-25 mintues past my appointment time to be seen. For an all female practice that is pretty impressive to me. (I once waited 2 hours at another practice) I also have BCBS PPO and will deliver at Prentice.

I go to NYE partners as well. They're great. I delivered at Prentice (almost 5 weeks ago) and I have no complaints about anything! I met each one of the doctors before delivering and felt comfortable with all of them. The nurse practitioners are great too. Dr. Nye was on call when I delivered and she was awesome

A Pregnant Pause · March 2011

Thanks ladies! I will check out both of these options. I'm dying to get in for a second ultrasound so the sooner I can nail something down the better!

boobearmama · March 2011

I'll be delivering at Prentice as well.

I see Dr. Salasche at The Northwestern Specialists for Women on Kingsbury. One convenient thing is cheap parking right next door. I have also seen a few other dr.'s there when I had an emergency, they were all great, esp. Dr. Wise. I would definitely recommend them. www.nswobgyn.com

Fianschneid · March 2011

The Women's Group of Northwestern is also excellent.

https://www.womenobgyn.net/

Amanda78 · March 2011

I saw Dr. Hakimian at Progressive Care for Women. I loved all 4 doctors in the practice. Delivered at Prentice and have BCBS PPO.

schmoodle · March 2011

Fianschneid:

The Women's Group of Northwestern is also excellent.

https://www.womenobgyn.net/

I also go here, on my third pregnancy with them. Dr. Lui is my doctor but I've seen all of them. I really like the doctors and professional staff, but am not crazy about how the office is run (super busy, often put on hold for a LONG time when I call to make an appt or something, long lines a lot to check in/out, long waits). I have a lot of experience too, as I have weekly appts from 16 weeks on for my last 2 pregnancies. I don't switch because I had a late loss in my first pregnancy and really wanted to stay with my doctor who knew my history and was good with my anxiety and stress while pregnant and willing to see me a lot, etc. To me, it's worth dealing with the administrative hassle for the excellent medical care, but something to keep in mind.

Danaz1 · March 2011

dr mcmahon northwestern womens specialist. She was great

robynannette74 · March 2011

I see Dr. Julie Leavitt with the Women's Group of Northwestern. It's located at 737 N Michigan an is an office of all women docs. the are all absolutely AMAZING... This is my 1st pregnancy and was a surprise to boot, and every member of their staff has been wonderful and reassuring. I'd highly recomend them.

celiabeth · March 2011

schmoodle:
Fianschneid:

The Women's Group of Northwestern is also excellent.

https://www.womenobgyn.net/

I also go here, on my third pregnancy with them. Dr. Lui is my doctor but I've seen all of them. I really like the doctors and professional staff, but am not crazy about how the office is run (super busy, often put on hold for a LONG time when I call to make an appt or something, long lines a lot to check in/out, long waits). I have a lot of experience too, as I have weekly appts from 16 weeks on for my last 2 pregnancies. I don't switch because I had a late loss in my first pregnancy and really wanted to stay with my doctor who knew my history and was good with my anxiety and stress while pregnant and willing to see me a lot, etc. To me, it's worth dealing with the administrative hassle for the excellent medical care, but something to keep in mind.

This is the practice where I had to wait over 2hrs to be seen. That is not cool in my book. If you are too busy then reschedule me.

mrs.lizzieb · March 2011

If you're ok seeing a male ob/gyn, Dr. Moses with NMPG is terrific! We're new to the city as well, and he came highly recommended from several people. I've seen him 3 times now, and he's great. He always takes a lot of time with me and never seems rushed or in a hurry. I've never had to wait longer than 5-10 minutes for my appt once I've checked in. I will also deliver at Prentice, and I have BCBS PPO as well. GL in your search!

carolinag · March 2011

another vote for the women's group of northwestern. love them.

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