(One star is way to high of a rating in my opinion)…read more My Most Traumatic Prenatal Care Experience -- Please Read Before Choosing This Provider I am sharing my experience so expecting mothers--especially Black women, women with high-risk factors, or anyone with a complicated medical history--can make informed decisions about their prenatal care. During this pregnancy, I became extremely sick with nonstop vomiting, dehydration, and physical symptoms I later learned were connected to environmental toxicity. I was prescribed Zofran by Indian River Medical Center (their associated hospital), and at the time I was not informed about any of the ongoing controversies or warnings that later became public about its safety in pregnancy. I only discovered this after the fact. As a patient, I feel I should have been clearly informed about potential risks so I could make my own fully educated decision, especially since my symptoms were so severe. Instead of looking deeper into why I suddenly became so ill compared to my previous pregnancy, my concerns and physical distress were often misinterpreted as "rudeness" or "non-compliance." These were not behavior issues -- they were symptoms of an untreated medical condition, and unfortunately, I felt judged instead of helped. When I tried to talk about my previous traumatic birth experience--where my baby's head became indented because the delivering doctor left me while she was crowning--I was met with defensiveness instead of compassion. Being told that I was "interpreting my trauma incorrectly" was incredibly painful. I lived that experience. I know what happened. I was also told at one point that CPS could potentially be involved because of marijuana use, even though I explained that I was using anything I could to cope with constant vomiting while also being prescribed Zofran at the same time. Threatening CPS felt harsh and unnecessary, especially in the context of a documented high-risk pregnancy where I was already struggling to keep food down. Another part of my care that made me uncomfortable was the repeated pressure to disclose the identity of my child's father. It felt intrusive and unrelated to my medical needs, and it added stress during an already overwhelming time. Overall, I left feeling unheard, invalidated, and misunderstood. My physical symptoms were not taken seriously, my trauma wasn't acknowledged, and I did not feel safe continuing care here. I ultimately transferred to another provider for my own well-being. I hope this review encourages better communication, more compassion, and culturally sensitive care for future patients. Every mother deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and transparency.

Went in for a scheduled BIOSPY . An issue occurred ,that couldn't be known before. So instead of…read morestopping the procedure and making another appointment where I could have been sedated or at least numbed he continued with it. THE PAIN was beyond anything I have ever had. That includes Child labor with twins !!. I'm not in the medical field ,BUT I think consideration should've taken for the comfort of the patient. NOPE NOT going BAD.

Apparently requesting only female doctors for visits where I need to undress is too difficult…read morebecause I was pressured to leave the practice

Front office is the absolute worst. Their customer service is awful and they're completely…read moredisorganized. Someone always has an attitude and it's like an issue they have to do their job. Would give 0 stars I I could.

So impressed with the kindness of the office staff, nurses and doctor. The doctor is patient,…read moregentle, and very knowledgeable! No long wait time. Yet, they took their time with me addressing my needs and concerns. Highly recommended!

The Cleveland Clinic designation is a marketing gimmick. They do not follow the same standards…read more Be prepared to wait forever for your appointment.

On a VERY serious note I want all who see this let the women of Indian River county know, please…read morespread the word. As I feel that the state of Florida and the powers that be that issue Medical lic to Dr's have dropped the ball. Dr Andrew Leavitt has numerous MALPRACTRICE suits including a death of an infant, the accounts are detailed on the Florida website listed below. Another suit is currently rumored to be pending. July 4th 2008 he was issued a boating under the influence as well. Please research on your own , here is the site: http://ww2.doh.state.fl.us/IRM00profiling/searchform.ASP Enter Leavitt under last name and Vero Beach under city and Indian River under County then click on Leavitt's name. Click on the last blue tab Lic. Verification, click on LINK TO DISCIPLINE, click on blue case #. Page down til ' you get to page 2929 and start reading. This is one of many suits keep in mind. I personally cried having two babies, it broke my heart for this poor woman. You can see all others except pending under PROCEEDINGS AND ACTIONS.

Dr.Leavitt is a super star in my eyes! He was always very careful very attentive during my…read morepregnancy. When it came time to give birth he arrived at the hospital and never left once. He stayed all day even though I was his only patient. He also did my son's circumcision, which turned out perfectly. I would recommend him to anyone. I also know several people who have used him and they are just as pleased!