First GYN I've ever had who listened to me and didn't dismiss my issues. He didn't make me feel…read morelike I was making it all up because "all your tests are in normal range." Nope, he treated my symptoms even though my hormones were "in range," and the results have been life changing. All I needed, for the past decade or so, was some testosterone- that's it!! All my other GYN's dismissed me bc my hormones levels were "normal," which is just so outdated... seriously, the care I have received from Dr. Shelnutt has changed my life and marriage. I drive two hours to go see him, and I'll continue to do so.

It's hard to find doctors like Dr. Shelnutt. He has excellent bedside manner. He is very…read moreknowledgeable and truly cares about his patience. He takes time to answer any questions you have. He makes sure that you understand what you need to about any problem you may have. It's not just Dr. Shelnutt that makes going to visits a wonderful experience. The entire staff here are very welcoming, sweet and kind. They all care about you and any needs that you may have. . I have been his patient for 25 years and I will not go to any other gynecologist.

Love the staff at WHC! They always make you feel like you are the only pregnant lady once you get…read moreto the back. The midwives are my favorite, specifically Jillian. All of the doctors are personable, I ended up having to have a C-section because it was NEEDED even thought it was the last thing I wanted but the doctors were very caring, knowledgeable, kind and supportive.

I am so emotional as I sit here and type. I'm literally shaking.... As I was sitting in the room…read morewaiting to be seen(last week) I overheard the midwife(Hannah Turner) ask the extremely sweet black girl 'are yall democrats mad because yall lost'. Firstly, how can one assume another's party affiliation? This was so unprofessional and totally unacceptable. Politics should not be discussed in the workplace. DO BETTER women's healthcare!!!

The most cursory, disinterested GYN exam I have ever had. Did not ask any relevant health…read morequestions, or anything about me, lifestyle, concerns, etc. In and out in under 15 minutes WITH PAP (that it turns out I didn't even need). No request for previous GYN records or anything. Institutionalized, out of date, uncaring.

Not sure about this office yet.... So far they scheduled all my appointments, including my sugar…read moretest. After doing my own research I discovered that this sugar test was scheduled 7 weeks too early..... I've been to about 4 appointments since writing this review... this place just sucks. They really do.

I've been twice now and both times the staff have been very nice and professional. The only reason…read moreI'm taking off a star is because they've got a REALLY strong air freshener in the lobby. Seems silly to complain about, I know, but I've got a severe allergy to a chemical that can be in those, as well as candles, and it can cause me to break out in hives. So, I'd ask that they reconsider having those.

I've only been going to Dr. Sholes for a few months but I am pregnant and I am very pleased with…read morethe Sholes Center. The staff is very nice and helpful. I've never waited very long for an appointment. Dr. Sholes takes wonderful care of his patients and makes sure they are comfortable. The nurse practitioner is awesome as well. Highly recommend them!!

I've been a patient of the practice for years. They've delivered all of my babies. They are all…read moreextremely professional & mindful of their patients. I really like Dr. McPherson & think she is the best OB/Gyn in the Athens area. You can't go wrong with any of these doctors.

I was genuinely disappointed with my first prenatal appointment. I arrived an hour early, completed…read moremy check-in paperwork twice. I understood that arriving early didn't mean I would be seen before my appointment time, so that wasn't my concern. After filling out my paperwork twice, my information was still entered incorrectly into the system, which was frustrating. Found out during prenatal testing, thank you lab nurses. After providing a urine sample, I was taken back by the medical assistant, who repeatedly referred to me as being in my first trimester when I was actually in my second trimester. Stated I was 14 weeks, just found out the baby is measuring 17 weeks... I then met with the nurse practitioner, who asked if I had any questions. I had to ask whether I would be able to see my baby or hear the heartbeat because it was never mentioned. The medical assistant brought in a Doppler and explained that because I was "in my first trimester," they might not be able to find the heartbeat. Again, this was incorrect. An ultrasound would have shown measurements and provided reassurance that everything was progressing normally. After the failed Doppler attempt, I had my routine prenatal blood work completed. That was the extent of my visit. No ultrasound was performed, no genetic screening options were discussed, and I never met the OB. I understand physicians have busy schedules, and I wasn't upset that I didn't see the doctor. What was upsetting was leaving my very first prenatal appointment without seeing my baby, hearing a heartbeat, or receiving reassurance after an extremely difficult first trimester. As a first-time prenatal patient, I expected a more thorough and reassuring experience. Instead, I left feeling discouraged and disappointed. Unfortunately, this experience was enough for me to decide not to return.

Be aware that they do not offer adequate pain management for IUD insertion and removal…read more Recently they added the option to pay full-price for an oxygen-nitrous blend that you can huff during the procedure but it is an expensive distraction that is dependent on your ability to keep up with consistent deep breathing. It does not eliminate nor mask the pain, it just puts you in the clouds with the pain coursing through you, and if you stop huffing then you almost immediately come-to. I have been to practices elsewhere (other states I have liven in) where they give you cervical softening/numbing options (shot and/or suppository), hand you high-dose ibuprofen to take, use numbing cream, etc. None of this was offered except a generic ibuprofen recommendation was suggested, if I wanted to go buy some at the store, to help with the post-procedure cramping... If you're fine with that then go for it, their bedside manner is great and they were very sweet and kind, it's just the practice itself that doesn't prioritize pain management during these procedures. Additionally, the installation of an IUD requires a follow-up to verify placement and every time I have gotten a follow-up, the appointment included an ultrasound to verify placement. This practice ran this ultrasound through my insurance as an optional additional radiology instead of as part of the preventative care and I had to pay $600 for the follow-up. The billing department never answered the phone nor called me back to address the codes used when billing my insurance, and I will make it clear that I was not given an option to do this ultrasound but rather I was told it was being done as SOP for the IUD placement.

I have never left a negative review, but I don't feel like I can keep this experience to myself. I…read morehave only had a few visits with this practice, and every encounter has not been pleasant. Today, I arrived 15 minutes before my scheduled time (as requested by the receptionist who confirmed my appointment). I walked out of the building 2 hours after I arrived. Interestingly enough, the actual consultation with the doctor was probably only 5 minutes. The wait time was beyond disrespectful and when I asked the front-desk worker if there was a reason, I was still in the waiting room 45 minutes after my scheduled appointment, she was extremely rude and help no accountability for whatever was causing the delay. The first visit with this office, the provider committed insurance fraud by billing my insurance for a service I did not receive, which caused me to have to tackle the no-winning game of trying to get a billing receptionist on the phone. I work in medical and am a full-time student at UGA, working to pursue medicine as a career, and my experiences at this practice will be used as examples for my future as to what I hope my future patients never experience. I hope someone from the office contacts me because the standard of care this office is providing is disturbing.

I've never been open to a male Dr as my Gyno and I was so wrong!! Dr. Ashford is kind and listens…read moreand really cares. He took so much time with me, LISTENED, and explained everything he was recommending. He didn't downplay my symptoms and was so empathetic and knowledgeable. I accidentally showed up a day early for my appt and the office staff was so sweet and got me in. I never thought I'd rave over a gynecologist, but I absolutely love this practice and won't go anywhere else. I've already encouraged my sister to make an appt because it's such a refreshing experience to feel heard during the menopausal years!

Excellent doctor. Excellent staff. Made me feel heard and seen. Would highly recommend Dr. Ashford…read moreto those seeking endometrial ablation.

Excellent access to see my daughter quickly. Need to see NP first, which is standard for most…read moreurogyn practices. Really competent NP, absolutely feel confident with my daughter seeing this doctor while away at college.

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I have been a patient of Dr. Goggins for 25 years. He is the kindest man with an incredible…read morebedside manner. His staff has never disappointed me - always friendly and helpful. I would recommend this doctor and office to anyone.

Dr Goggin and his staff are WONDERFUL. Kind, compassionate and caring. Would highly recommend his…read morepractice.