Dr Brody is one of the worst gyno I've ever seen. She belittles you during procedures if you try and do breathing to calm. She is someone I would steer far away from. read more

She was very knowledgeable about pregnancy however my appointments with her always felt very rushed and that she was handling too many patients at once. The big issue is that she lets her religious beliefs get in the way of her practicing so BEWARE especially in today's political climate. She was sued for not helping artificially inseminate a lesbian patient. Google "Christine Brody North Coast Women's lawsuit" to find information about it. Scripps seemed to work HARD to bury this because even with all my research on different providers I didn't find out about this until I was well into my pregnancy. read more

I transferred to Scripps Encinitas for labor augmentation after laboring at home and stalling at 9cm. While I had originally planned for a home birth, I knew a hospital setting might offer the tools I needed while still hoping to maintain as much of a low-intervention, self-directed birth as possible. Unfortunately, my experience was deeply disappointing--primarily due to the OB on call, Dr. Brody. Before arriving, I had heard concerning feedback about Dr. B, but I hoped my experience would be different. Sadly, it was not. From the moment she entered the room, her demeanor was cold and dismissive--not just toward me, but toward my entire support team. Rather than honoring my wishes for minimal intervention, she repeatedly pushed for an epidural despite my clear refusal, often with eye rolls and condescending remarks. What was most alarming, however, was the way she used fear-based language throughout my care. She repeatedly warned me that I might hemorrhage and require a hysterectomy--something that never came close to happening. She also told my husband our baby might die from a potential shoulder dystocia. Thankfully, my husband is well-versed in birth and calmly reminded her that there are well-established protocols to resolve such complications. Her tone was not informative--it was threatening and emotionally harmful. At no point during my time with Dr. B did I feel supported, heard, or respected. Instead, I felt like she was more focused on control than compassionate, patient-centered care. In my opinion, she does not support self-directed or empowering birth experiences, and I would not recommend her to anyone who values those things. I share this not to be unkind, but to help other women make informed choices. Good OBs who listen, respect birth plans, and truly support their patients are out there. Don't settle for care that leaves you feeling dismissed or afraid. You and your birth experience deserve better. read more

My experience with Dr. Brody is a very pleasant one. She is a very caring and attentive doctor. I came with many issues during my initial visit with her and she really took the time to listen and thoroughly took down notes to ensure she can give me the proper treatment. I am also very happy with her responsiveness. It has been so easy to ask her questions outside of appointments through secure messaging and not only does she respond promptly, she responds very thoroughly. I've have other doctors in the past just respond back with one liners, but not Dr. Brody. You can tell she really cares. I highly recommend seeing her if you're in need of a new OB/GYN. read more

Dr. Broday and her team are GEMS! It is increasingly hard to find a Doctor and team that encompasses EVERYTHING - Compassion, competence, thoroughness, active listening, CARES, and has an efficient office staff that is also kind - and Dr. Brody and her staff have exceeded my expectations! I am continually impressed by how well run this practice operates, how quickly they return messages easily left via a patent portal, and the level of care received! Grateful for Dr. Brody and her team! read more

I was not impressed with the level of care with Dr. Brody. The girls that work in the office are nice and the nurse practitioners are nice, but forget seeing the doctors ever throughout your whole OB care. Through my prenatal care I saw her twice, she recommended the wrong birth control, she tried to convince me to remove my ovaries, she didn't have good bedside patient care. When I showed back up she didn't even say hi when I had my baby. And their Billing system really sucks, after you get any services rendered, they just start billing the patient instead of the insurance. The hospitals are very nice but Scripps as a whole I did not have a good experience. read more

I've been coming to this office for over 2 years now and I've been very happy. My kids are grown, but their gynecological services have been very thorough and my appointments have not been rushed. I am happy to recommend this practice, Sally Lang, and Dr. Brody to others. read more

She is the worst doctor I have ever been to. She chooses her religious beliefs over her oath as a doctor. I would not recommend anyone ever to go to her. I am still paying the consequences of believing in her as a doctor instead of as a Christian. read more

-Dr Brody has a nice bedside manner and is very gentle. -It's difficult to get an appointment and you can never speak to the doctor herself, and if you have a gynecological problem, don't count on being "fit into the schedule" here as there is no extra time. -I had a problem and it took them 2.5 weeks to see me - I wanted the doctor, not a nurse. -Then they mailed me tests that read negative, but the doctor had told me there was 99% likelihood the issue was positive, but I couldn't get any input without making another dr appointment - no phone oppty with the doctor or nurse to discuss the results and whether or not they should be followed-up. I could only talk to reception. -Also, read this article and several others regarding the doctors Brody refusing to treat single and lesbian women for fertility due to their fundamentalist faith and associated judgement of lifestyles. I didn't appreciate the anti-single woman and anti-gay slant. http://articles.latimes.com/2008/aug/19/local/me-supreme19 Currently shopping for a new OBGYN..... read more

Absolutely the worst doctor I could have ever imagined. Treated me like scum when she found out I didn't have a certain insurance. My daughter came 20 days early before my new insurance was effective. My water broke and the nurses tried to tell me I had peed myself and started to discharge me. I was scared and my body had started shaking the moment my water broke and I was treated like some sort of junkie! Until I stood up and fluid splashed on the floor. Then I was to be believed. As a first time mom being all alone, I had no idea what to expect and let me tell you I have never been treated so cruelly in my life. I'm still haunted by it. I had all my paper work ready for my CSection she insisted I have a natural birth. I had explained in great detail no. She became angry and the quality of my care went to zero. I had a C-Section, my daughter had her umbilical cord around her neck. Zero compassion, zero bed side manner. I complained to the hospital during my stay and as I'm expecting a second child and I'm going though the process of finding a new doctor due to my husbands deployment. I came across Brody as an obstetrician. Be warned. The ice queen cometh in this physician. She is an Amazing surgeon for a c section though. That's why I gave her 1 Star. read more

Worst experience ever. I have Tricare through the military which means they chose which doctors you see. I was assigned to Dr Brody's medical obgyn group and was displeased from the very beginning. I felt like I was just a number and shuffled in and out of my appointments as fast as possible. I had medical concerns that were continually brought up at every visit and was given differing answers every time. When I delivered I had major complications and ended up having an emergency c section. Dr Brody never followed up after during her rounds in the hospital I was at and if it hadn't been for my intuition I would have never known my baby was in distress. I felt completely blown off and my pregnancy experience was greatly affected by it. I would definitely recommend going to a different obgyn! read more

For the sake of your baby, please read through (at the least the short version) if considering care with Dr. Brody: Short Version: Three weeks before my baby died when my cervix opened at 19 weeks, I called Dr. Brody to say that I was afraid my cervix was opening. Despite my call, being high-risk for 3 separate reasons (including a prior loss at 19 weeks) and that at 43 this was a last chance pregnancy, Dr. Brody did not see or speak with me (I only had nursing visits, despite asking specifically for an ob appt with Dr. Brody ~7 weeks earlier. Scripps did not mention I would not see an ob). Although Dr. Brody could not spare 15 minutes to meet with me to take an accurate history (she did write a brief, error-ridden note in my chart after my calls), she did have time to post selfie videos on YouTube regarding her weekend activities during the days between my call and when my baby died from lack of treatment for a treatable condition. She valued seeing a frightened, high-risk mother, my young childrens' and husbands' grief from the prior loss, all my prayers that this baby would be saved and so much more as less worth her time than posting a Selfie. Although my medical record showed that Dr. Brody was contacted repeatedly (the baby was born while traveling after Scripps said my cervix was fine) after my cervix did open as I had feared, she again could not be bothered to seek any follow-up contact despite my losing enough blood to have half a normal RBC count and that I had the perfect set-up for a postpartum depression. Please note that Dr. Brody has a history of refusing to treat patients she considers not Christian enough (Google it), and you should check to see if you are on her "un-Godly" list, which includes some fertility treatments. Please also be aware that she uses an outdated medical term for miscarriage that includes the word abortion ("spontaneous abortion" means miscarriage). Many physicians, such as myself, will not put the word abortion in the chart of women who have miscarriages out of concern that if she requests the records, such as to see a specialist, a husband, boyfriend, mother-in-law may see it and mistakenly think she did not actually have a miscarriage. Additional Details: I called Scripps in Sept 2013 to make an appointment with Dr. Brody because her online profile noted expertise in high-risk pregnancies. I stated that I was high-risk due to a prior 2nd trimester loss, and that I was entering my second trimester. I arrived thinking I would see Dr. Brody, since no one had stated otherwise. However, I was assigned to nursing visits only for months (I choose midwife care for my prior pregnancies and recommend it, but needed ob care for this HR one). At the 1st visit, I told the CNM of my concern of CI from a prior precipitous labor. She pretty much ignored this, and the written recommendations of my prior ob to monitor my cervix, and focused on routine "cookbook" care (her note concluded only "Return in four weeks or earlier if needed.") I later called urgently due to my concern that my cervix was opening, and asked to have it measured. I was told I needed to have someone call me back. No one called. After calling again the next morning, I finally got a call that labs were ordered. I replied that labs are not a good way to measure a cervix, and again asked for measurement. The nurse did see me and I was told my cervix was fine. The CNM, apparently aware of my comment, noted that labs could show if I was developing a chorioaminitis (true), but I reminded her that the chorio in my last pregnancy could have been the RESULT of my cervix opening, as I had no signs of infection when I arrived at the hospital. (My concern of CI was strong enough that as an IVF patient I only had one embryo transferred). The CNM offered to check my cervix every 2 weeks, and I was reassured. I should not have been. Scripp's own perinatalogist later said that a cervix can easily open much more quickly than this, including in a single day. The midwife didn't mention this huge limitation, or that if it opens in the wrong way (with membrane rupture or prolapse) that the best treatment option (cerclage) could no longer be used. She also did not go over any signs of an opening cervix or any treatment options. About 2 days after a "normal" measurement, while on a short business trip, I lived every pregnant woman's literal nightmare - my amniotic sac was falling out of me when the baby was too young to survive (19 weeks). The staff at the local ER asked why I had refused cerclage or other treatment when this same thing happened with the prior pregnancy. These and other obs I told of my experience had a number of harsh criticisms when told Dr. Brody never meet or spoke with me to discuss treatment vs. monitoring, etc. One said he used this as an example to teach medical students how not to act as physicians. read more

I have been so lucky to have Dr Brody as my Gynecologist. A couple years ago, I was having a lot of health issues, my previous Doctor thought I had a dermoid cyst and wanted to remove my entire ovary. I got a second opinion from Dr Brody and went with her on having my surgery. She found stage 4 endometriosis instead and was able to treat it. I am so grateful for her thoroughness. Not only am I her patient, I have had the honor of working as her nurse. I've been a nurse for many years, and Dr. Brody is wonderful with her patients, showing compassion and always putting their well-being first. She truly cares for her patients. She is an amazing woman, and fills her life with helping and giving to others. Aside from working so much, having a family, personal life, she also makes time to travel to underprivileged countries to give free medical treatment. She has been a blessing in my life and I am privileged to know her. read more

Dr. Brody has taken great care of my wife and family for years. She is very caring with great bedside manner. Not only is she a great physician, but a great person who volunteers her vacation time to treat women in 3rd world countries. I had the opportunity to witness this first hand on a medical mission trip in 2016 as she changed and saved lives. Dr. Brody is a world changing Wonder Woman. read more

Dr Brody, Is a wonderful caring doctor. Was referred to her by my primary care for further testing and procedures. Having been traumatized by doctors before. Confession, ( I am a little phobic ) She made me feel at ease. Her personality is warm and friendly. She got me in and out of appointments quickly and with little paper work. I can now stop stressing out. She has the perfect combination of compassion and intelligence. She is great Doctor. Highly recommend! read more

Dr. Brody has been my OB/GYN for 6 years. She delivered my baby in 2013 which ended up being an emergency c-section. Dr. Brody made me feel very comfortable and took great care of me. I also had a laparoscopy with Dr. Brody this year and had an excellent experience. She is the BEST doctor I've ever had. Great bedside manner. She does book quickly but she is worth the wait. I would definitely recommend Dr. Brody to my friends and family. read more

Dr. Brody has been a very kind and understanding physician, with excellent communication and operative skill. I am so pleased with the speed in which surgery needed to be arranged, and was very successful. Impressed with her surgical technique and follow up afterwards. Office staff is also pleasant and works hard to be sure all questions or issues are addressed effciently. Thank you so very much for a worry free procedure! Highly recommend from a GYN patient. read more

Dr. Brody is amazing. I saw her throughout both of my pregnancies and she made me feel at ease and well taken care of. She's extremely caring and knowledgable. It can be difficult to see her at times, but her nurse practitioners are GREAT! I wouldn't dream of trusting another doctor more than I trust Dr. Brody. read more

I highly recommend Dr Brody. She has been my OB for six years and has been my surgeon as well. She practically saved my life when I came to her with MRSA in my abdomen. I wouldn't be alive today if it weren't for her wisdom and care. Dr Brody performed emergency surgery and repaired the damage in my body caused by a previous surgeon and helped me in the healing process as well. Dr Brody is sincere and caring and I have recommended her to many friends and family. I'm so thankful to have found her. My two sons have a mom because of Dr Brody. Our family is forever grateful. read more

She was great! Went in for a procedure which I read online would be violating & emotionally traumatizing. It wasn't at all! the nurses & her were great. She made sure I was fully numb and showed me the sound the machine made so it didn't startle me. I would definitely recommend her read more

Awesome doctor! I was bent over in pain at home. She immediately called in some medicine for me. She is always getting her assistants and other doctors back to me. I am so glad I switched. Her reputation is awesome! read more

Worst doctor ever. Rude, dismissive, and undereducated. She literally tried to randomly prescribe something that would have likely killed me at least 8 times. Stay away. read more

Dr. Brody has been my OBGYN for 5 years. She performed two laparoscopic procedures on me and has been my dr throughout two pregnancies - the first pregnancy was made possible because of the first laparoscopic surgery she performed. I've always felt like she had my best interests in mind, she listens to me, she explains things so I can better understand, and she's genuine. I have recommended her to countless people and not one person I've recommended has been dissatisfied with her level of care. The staff at her office are always welcoming and I've never had a problem getting an appointment with her; even if I had to wait a little longer, it has been worth the wait. read more

we had christine brody as our ob throughout our pregnancy. she never bothered to read any of our charts or lab results. she was late to every appointment and was one foot out the door before we could ask any questions. when we caught her for questions, she had no clue. we took time out of our work schedule to make these visits and she wasted our time. the good thing was we had sally lang, cnm. she was referred to us by a good friend who's baby was delivered by sally. we also saw sally for most of our prenatal appointments. she took the time to know our situation and was super informative every visit. we were also very lucky that sally was there to deliver our baby. she was so positive and encouraging. all the nurses at scripps were so great. nurse jackie and nurse annette were amazing and also helped us though labor. we would not recommend christine brody. read more

Dr. Brody took such great care of me! She explains things in such a clear and comforting way and really made me feel completely at ease. She took the time to answer all of my questions and made sure that I left the office with all of my concerns addressed. Would definitely recommend to anyone in need of an OBGYN. read more

Dr Brody is one of the smartest women I have ever met! Her way of explaining things is so thorough and easy to understand. Twice I needed to be soon ASAP and she got me in that day! She is always smiling, and very gentle in anxiety provoking situations. I would recommend her to everyone!!! read more

I have been seeing Dr. Brody for 10+ years. She delivered my two kids and have gone in for other procedures. This may sound funny, but she is gental, and I like that :) She is professional and always answers my questions and makes sure I understand everything. She is very kind and sympathetic. I would highly recommend her. read more

Dr. Brody has been my OBGYN for many years now. I have gone to see her for various medical issues and am always so impressed with how quickly and effectively she is able to treat me. I have never had a doctor that makes me feel so comfortable and well taken care of. I would highly recommend her! read more

I'm so grateful my oncologist recommended Dr. Brody. I've had many ob/gyns over the years and she is top notch. I was experiencing bleeding from tissue erosion following a hysterectomy with surgical mesh and bladder sling 9 years ago. I'd had several corrective surgeries by other gynecologists over the years and a urologist wanted to perform yet another corrective surgery. Having recently gone through treatment for breast cancer I wanted to avoid using estrogen cream or additional surgery if possible. I was very pleased that Dr. Brody did not recommend surgery and suggested a conservative approach in the form of a series of silver nitrate treatments to the tissue to encourage the erosion to heal. My condition has greatly improved and I'm very happy with the results! Dr. Brody is a rare find these days, she is very thorough and intuitive, listens patiently, and is genuinely kind. She went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable and informed. read more

Worst experience ever. We chose Dr. Brody for the second pregnancy after a miscarriage (Since she specialized in high risk pregnancies) but always ended up seeing a nurse, who had no clue on how to deal with patients. It ended up no different , we can't blame the doctor for that but there was no follow up until we call on any diagnostic reports. Never going back here. read more

first the good. dr. brody has great bedside manner and is very patient with you. I have a birth defect and cath, and was noticing it's more difficult to do so. she examined me and noticed my uterus was dropping, as if i'd already had kids when i've never had any. i would have never known this otherwise, so thanks dr brody. now to the bad. I am becoming paraplegic so i came in wanting to not have my period so i didn't have more to deal with. she advised against the birth control pill due to blood clots. she recommeneded the depo. she advised me i may have some spotting at first. what i had was not spotting, but not a full blown period either. the worst part about it was she told me it would go away after the second shot. i've had my period going on six months. this has been a nightmare. IN ADDITION, i found out from my primary care physician that i never should have been given the depo to begin with because i'm sedentary and it can cause bone loss. i've now been diagnosed with osteopenia. I'm not sure if this is due to Dr. Brody's lack of experience with spina bifida and disabled people, or negligence on her part but i've stopped going to see her. she's also booked very far in advance. getting appointments is very hard. read more

Dr. Brody is a phenomenal OB/GYN! I wish I had known about her when I was pregnant with my two children. She is attentive, thorough, and extremely gentle. When talking to her about my concerns, she gives me a detailed plan of action while still allowing me to make choices about my care. She explains things in a way that is comforting and easy to understand. As a highly sought after physician and busy surgeon, Dr. Brody is responsible for the lives of many high risk patients in the office and in the hospital. This means that she is occasionally called to perform an emergency operation or delivery and, as a result, may be late for an office visit. I never mind waiting for Dr. Brody, though, because her absence speaks to her dedication to her patients. Even if she becomes delayed, I always feel that my visits with her are worth the wait. She is by far the best OB/GYN I have ever had and I am so grateful to have discovered this practice. read more