And I'll just leave it at that. Anyone reading this,.. you've been warned. There are so many incredible amazing Dr's in the Bay Area who specialize in gender related genitourinary and pelvic surgeries. Dr's who care to make sure their front office and staff are at a minimum decent and kind and bonus if they have a wholistic and compassionate office that is and will be integral to one's process and be a positive force in one's journey through transition. Based on how the front office treats people,... Dr. Wittenberg clearly doesn't care and this is NOT the place for a positive peaceful transition process. And the front desk is very clear about that by setting that low low expectation from the beginning. Things can only get worse and Dr Wittenberg should care about her parents enough to ensure her staff is doing no harm to patients. Clearly she doesn't care. So if you venture forward after being mocked made fun of and belittled,.... you might want to look into that! read more

You say that you're concerned over my well-being, but yet, you cancelled a surgery and last chance before insurance expires for someone in a high risk population. People wonder why the suicide rate is high, and the reason is surgeons that pretend to care and are more worried about their reputation and image. I may not be able to get my surgery, because I turn 26 in a month and lose my coverage. You have cost me close to $2,000 in flights, stays, and recovery supplies, and you apathetically replied, "We will not be able to reschedule your surgery and are not financially responsible for your loss." This doctor has ridiculous requirements on friends and family to avoid writing any letters for proper in-home nursing or a skill nursing facility, suggests the use of illegal drugs (according to DEA) in place of FDA approved medications, and cancels without good cause. read more

So, for a long while, Dr. Wittenberg was not taking new patients... I think she is now taking new patients, so ladies, schedule your appointments. While nobody really likes to talk about that annual appointment, Dr. Wittenberg makes the entire appointment relatively painless...and quick. She's personable (typically difficult to find with a doctor), and while I know she makes notes about our conversations, she remembers things about me and my life. She is easy to talk to...which is one of the most important criteria for an ob-gyn. read more

Ugh. The front staff is just HORRIBLE. I can't count the number of times where I've tried calling them just to get no response! She is just WAY too busy. I'm switching doctors after this Yelp review. I don't get return calls and despite the great expertise of Heidi and Liz, if it's so hard to return a call, it's just not worth my time. read more

I had a lesion near the vulva area and was referred to this doctor. She took a biopsy, gave me a 4 x4 gauze and made me hold the Area and left the room. Next thing you know I'm practically bleeding to death and screaming for help and no one would help me. I hopped out open the door and kept screaming because I thought I was going to bleed to death. When she finally cane back in the room, she was so blasé and rolled her eyes at me. She stitched me up and I vowed I would never see this idiotic doctor ever again. I am surprised I didn't need a blood transfusion. How dare she treat any patient this way! The worst OBGYN ever. I just read another review who had the same exact experience that I had as far as almost bleeding to death. This woman should not even be in practice. She was heartless and uncaring and showed no compassion to what I went through. I wrote a three page letter and CC'd medical director. Go see Jenta Shen. He's by far a better doctor than she will ever be. She cannot hold a candle to him. He's the best! read more

Sure, so she's one of the best in her specialty. I went to her for an issue I was having and --to her credit-- she immediately identified what the problem was. She put me on some medication that corrected the *symptoms* of the issue, but had some side effects--it raised my blood pressure (I had it checked) and made my heart race. My blood pressure is typically on the low side, so I could feel that it was way off. When I went in for my follow up, I got her assistant, Katie. First of all, I think she's not even aware she does this, but she sighed and rolled her eyes when I told her the meds raised my blood pressure. After talking about my options and she told me there was not a lower dosage available, I asked her what exactly they were trying to do with this medication and she gave me a short, snippy answer. I asked her to be more specific "So, are you raising this, or lowering that?", so that I could go to my holistic doc for a nutrition-based solution instead. When I told her that, she snapped, "Dr. Wittenberg is the best OB/GYN out there." I finally dragged the info out of her that I needed. Right. Dr. Wittenberg's got a great reputation when it comes to female issues. But Western Medicine does not always offer the best solutions, and more progressive MDs know this. I hope Heidi is one of those, and Katie is just an anomoly in her practice (but I doubt it). With the eye rolling, sighs and condescending tone, Katy obviously considers her patients to be lower beings, and prefers that her patients be uneducated about their bodies, not ask questions and does not want them to have the freedom to make choices about their healthcare. What she didn't seem to understand is that this solution wasn't working for me and she couldn't offer anything better--which would have been something less drastic. What a PERFECT example of the problem of the western health care system! I know you or your parents paid a lot for your education to be a PA, but learn a little about complementary care. It will enhance your career, not hurt it. I went to my other doc (who is not an MD), told them what the western diagnosis was and they put me on a program that gently balanced out my system, with no side effects. :) Unfortunately, insurance doesn't cover this kind of thing. read more

Dr. Wittenberg is a thorough and a great OB/GYN. She delivered my baby girl at the end of July. Overall, it was a great experience. I chose Dr. Wittenberg because she is so calm and patient. I delivered the baby with no injuries or complications. Hooray! Dr. Wittenberg visited me every morning during my hospital stay and offered advice and compassion. She fulfilled all of my expectations and I was more than satisfied while under her care. That said, Dr. Wittenberg is way overbooked. Additionally, Pacific Gynecology is crazy busy. I booked all of my pregnancy appointments in advance and never had any trouble getting in to see her. However, I forgot to call and make my 6 week postpartum appointment and was not able to to see her. read more

I became Dr. Wittenberg's patient about 3 years ago and was immediately impressed with her intelligence and the way she encouraged me to participate in my health plans and treatment. Almost a year ago I had some troubling symptoms that led to surgery. My last memory as I was being put to sleep was Dr. Wittenberg holding my hand and telling me everything was going to be all right. What surgeon does that? The hours and weeks following surgery proved she was just as attentive and caring. In all, I've found a great doctor - extremely bright and kind. The office staff, while busy, is competent and I've seen improvement over the years. I really like the way I can now communicate with Dr. Wittenberg and her assistant, Saren (sp?) via email. I can send a quick question without having to go through the front office staff. In all, I'm extremely happy with Dr. Wittenberg. read more

I'm one of the unlucky few that has IC, and I'm so lucky to have Heidi. She's pretty much my general doctor, too. If you have IC, she's your answer. She's a godsend. I never thought I'd be able to say my pain is manageable and little. Or that I can drink coffee again! Highly recommended. read more

Heidi Wittenberg is a rockstar OB/GYN. She comes in early she stays late, she returns phone calls. I find her very reassuring. Heidi delivered my second child via C-section. She never acts annoyed with questions, she doesnt scold and she is almost always on time. When you have 2 kids- time is not something one has an abundance of and she really seems to understand that. When I cant get in to Dr. Wittenbergs very busy schedule, I see Olga. Olga is great and so efficient. (see her review) I have also on occasion seen other doctors on staff and they were nice- but Heidi and Olga are attentive and they remember me even though they see many patients between my check-ups. read more

If I could give her 10 stars I would. Heidi is exceptionally personable and knowledgeable. She's what you want and expect from a professional OB. She stated up from that we'll get the person on call that day which may or may not be her. Diane S, below replied with 1 star because Wittenberg wasn't accepting new patients-- I'm glad you couldn't get in cause you're RUDE. Why would you rate someone 1 star because you couldn't get in? That has nothing to do with their service. Delivery Date 2/11/08, Updated 07/25/08 (sorry for the delay, I've been busy not sleeping). Heidi was on hospital rounds the day we went in for an emergency C-section, which is exactly what we were hoping for (her, not the C-section). Professional and compassionate are two words I would use to describe her care during and after the surgery. The bottom line is that I continue to highly recommend her. I've read several reviews that seem to expect their OB to be in the office for appointments, but also be in the hospital when they're delivering. For a scheduled C-section this might happen but because child birth by nature is not schedulable it doesn't seem reasonable. During our office visits we met with another OB when Heidi was out. She was equally as nice and professional, this is what I would expect from the on call OB should you get someone other than Heidi on your special day. read more

Okay, so my wonderful experience with Dr. Wittenberg this morning prompted me to break down and join yelp, and write a review. I had to switch doctors 6 months into my pregancy, based on an insurance issue, and while this could have been traumatic, it turned out to be a blessing because of Dr. W. This morning was my first appointment, and EVEN THOUGH Dr. W. had just come off of a 12 hour overnight shift delivering babies (7 of them last night!) she was still 100% focused on me as a new patient. Heidi is kind, funny, helpful, and gave me more information in my visit today than I had received in the first 6 months at another practice (one that had been highly recommended.) She also made my husband feel comfortable and spoke to him too, and really included him. I can't say how happy I am with her, and I would, based only the first visit, suggest to anyone that can get in with her to do so. The missing star is because they were a little backed up at reception, and even though everyone was SO nice, that can be a little frustrating first thing in the morning. However, at 10am ON THE DOT I was sitting in front of Dr. Wittenberg, so I can't really complain that much! read more

Dr. Wittenberg seemed like she was very busy and hard to get appointments with, and I was thankful I wasn't pregnant because it didn't sound like she is accepting new patients who are pregnant. Part of why I didn't give 4 stars is that she does seem too busy for new patients, as I had to wait a month to see her. The office is located in a great area and it is easy to get to by public transportation or car. It is very clean, professional, and comforting for a gyno office (as you would want one to be! and had a large and private waiting area. The office staff seemed friendly enough, although I didn't have extended interactions aside from new-patient paperwork. Timeliness was proficient here, as I was in to see the Dr. Wittenberg after only a couple of minutes of turning in my paperwork. I first went over a brief family history Q sheet of a couple cancers (odd that no other diseases were mentioned discussed?) with her, and her small dog came over to sniff my feet. This was not a big, wet-nosed invade-your-personal-space dog, it was cute and just sniffed for a second then went back under the table. We briefly discussed why I was there and I feel like this is where she lost the other half of the 5th star. She didn't ask many questions about my issues and didn't seem too interested in learning my 'gynological history' and the various issues I was visiting her for. She led me into an exam room, and without much consultation or seeking of approval from me, switched me to a different form of medication and basically said "call if you don't like it and I will write an RX for what you want".... She seemed very knowledgeable and was kind, however I don't think she did the best job of addressing all of my questions and concerns... there wasn't really time for me to explain why I was there or ask the questions I had. read more

Can't say enough positive about Dr. Wittenberg. She delivered our little girl and is personable and knowledgeable. I had problems with a previous CPMC doctor and Dr. Wittenberg restored my faith in CPMC OBs. She is great! read more

I had a very positive experience at Dr. W's office. I did have to wait quite a while to be seen but I was there to get a second opinion and the wait time was a fraction of what I had endured at Sutter Health oakland. I am looking for a doctor that is well versed in the Davinci robotic procedures, and while this location isn't very convenient for me I did find the doctor to be worth the trip. She examined me thoroughly and came up with similar solutions to the previous doctor I had seen. The big difference for me was that she was friendly, engaged and took the time to explain and answer all of my questions. She explained recovery and how long and difficult it can be, how to schedule your life after, which I found to be very helpful. So much better to know what you're signing up for and how to plan for it. While I am still looking for a doctor on my side of the bay, if I can't find one I will definitely consider Dr. W. I found her manner to be very reassuring. read more

Heidi Wittenberg is an awesome OB/GYN! Which is why she is so busy and you have to make your appts ahead of time. She is great at explaining the details, clearly, of all procedures, and if you don't understand something she calmly explains until you feel comfortable. She was wonderful throughout my first pregnancy, my son is 3 now, and although she was just finishing a long shift when I went into labor, and couldn't deliver my son, she still came to talk with us and see that we were taken care of before she left. Last year she impressed me even more as she helped us work through an early miscarriage with such compassion for our situation. Now I am am looking forward to her guidance and support throughout my pregnancy this year! read more

I was so impressed by the staff as well as Dr. Wittenberg. Having never had surgery, I was a bit nervous, but everyone made me feel as though all would go well and it did. Had the actual surgery at Greenbrae Surgical and it was perfect as well. Everyone, including Dr. Wittenberg, had a smile on their face and made me feel comfortable. Good sense of humors all around. Easy recovery, great outcomes. Thank you! read more

A very reassuring and caring OB/GYN doctor. She's a good listener and remember your medical history :) The staff is also professional and friendly. The only con is my meeting with "her assistant", she was less empathetic! read more

Dr. Wittenberg seems like an amazing doctor and I had an overall wonderful in-office experience! With one MAJOR problem: I had a UTI, they wouldn't prescribe medicine over the phone even as an pre-existing patient, and they couldn't find time for an appointment until the next week. As in, they forced me to go to UR. A real disappointment!!! read more

I have been going to Dr. Wittenberg for over 7 years. I have had no health problems and no issues with her until now. I actually liked her and thought she was personable. Then things went south with our relationship . . I still think she's personable and generally a nice person. I don't care if my gynecologist is a saint of a "rockstar" as another viewer stated, I just want her to be compassionate, smart, have common sense, sound judgement and good bedside manner. Looking back I think Dr. Wittenberg has a lot of knowledge but she has shown me none of these attributes. In my case I I had a surgery scheduled with her, in the meantime I had some serious health concerns (major pain), I called her office as the pain was concerning me. Her "right hand" medical assistant, Donna, who is anything but professional said "what do you want us to do about it?". Then her medical assistant told me just to take Tylenol. I had to beg for an ultrasound. I had to call three times and refuse to take no for an answer just to get the test that I needed. After that - about a week later- I had some serious questions so I called several times asking to talk to Dr. Wittenberg for five minutes. She must tell her staff to mitigate all calls. Donna refused to let me talk to Dr. Wittenberg. For over a week I called and Donna tried to relay my questions (incorrectly). She wouldn't just let me talk to the doctor. I finally took it upon myself to fax Dr. Wittenberg my questions and her responses were blatantly offensive given my medical history. If you your doctor can't make 5 minutes to call you then that is a major problem. Over this 3 week period she never had 5 minutes to call me? It seems like Dr. Wittenberg is greedily taking on too many patients. I went to Dr. Wittenberg today as I had a surgery consultation scheduled. She claimed that I never asked her medical assistant to talk to her. She basically called me a liar. If I was lying then why did I call so many times? Why did I ask Donna to relay my questions? Why did I fax the Dr. my questions? I was offended that Dr. Wittenberg would take such a low road. I will not go back to Dr. Wittenberg. I don't trust her. Now I need surgery and I do not have a gynecologist. This is not the model of healthcare that anyone deserves. It's too bad that there are doctors out there like this. read more

I have been going to Dr. Wittenberg for years, and she also delivered my son in 2005. (Actually his 8 year birthday is today, ironically)! I think she is really caring, smart, professional while still cool and approachable. Maybe I am more flexible after living in Montreal for the past 15 months where waiting for HOURS and HOURS in doctors offices seems to be standard operating procedure. I always wonder why anyone would want to go into this line of medicine, given the risk and the schedule, but she seems to be genuinely dedicated and over maybe 12 years with her, I feel like she is a great doctor. read more

Okay so here's the thing. Dr. Rebecca Yee was my doc (whom I love by the way), but when I went into labor she wasn't available. I was pregnant with my second child and planning on a natural birth with hypnobirthing techniques as I did with my first. I had already had a wonderful, natural birth at CPMC back in 08...yes they can happen. So I knew what to expect, I knew there would be great nurses there to support me, I also had a wonderful doula and very supportive husband. I was in great hands!!! I've done Hypnobirthing before no problems, I know how to control my pain, I know how to birth my baby. So when I went into labor one morning back in April 2010, I wasn't scared I was prepared and ready! I went to the hospital around 11am, labored in the tub with music, candles lit(battery operated ones of course) nurses excited to see a natural birth, husband speaking calmy to me, taking care of me, doula massaging me, comforting me....it was a tough but great labor because of my support. So around say I don't know, 5:50pm it's pretty much go time. I'm told my doc, won't make it but someone from her office, Dr. Wittenberg, who I had never met, would be delivering me baby. So I think I'm in good hands right....WRONG. With my first birth the doctor that I had, because yet again Dr. Yee wasn't available, was AMAZING! She respected our wishes for a calm, quite lights dimmed kind of birth, no interventions unless NECESSARY. She was totally okay with this, she barely uttered any words and let me do the work, no coaching, no yelling, it was a wonderful experience for having a hospital birth. She let me deliver however felt right to me, I told her laying on my side felt best and she said "go for it!" talk about a supportive OB! dang I forget her name though...... Well with Wittenberg......when she came into my room, I was standing on the side of the bed and had begun to push. I was ready to climb in to the bed to deliver in the side laying position because it was what's comfortable to me. She yelled, yes yelled to my doula and the nurse, "she needs to lay on her back"..... I'm thinking to myself Oh hell not like those chicks on TLC on those horrible shows, that IS NOT how birth really is! Women around the world DO NOT lay on their backs to deliver. At first I wouldn't do it, my body knew what to do, but she yelled yet again, I mean freaking screamed. THen she screamed at me to pull my legs back....seriously is this a freaking joke. I'm looking around the room, like is she kidding, does she even know me, has she even looked at my birth plan. what's this doc talking about, "hold my legs back" honey I ain't on A Baby Story, I know what the hell to do. Needless to say I could NOT deal with her yelling, I mean I'm in freaking labor, why must you scream at a mom to be like that. So i delivered on my back, that shit sucked!!!! My labor was a tough one but I could handle it, delivering on your back sucks and I'm not happy that I was forced to do so. But my baby boy came out perfect and healthy and was laid on my chest for some skin to skin and nursing in no time. if i were to have another babe, i will most likely use a Midwife or find a OB who supports natural births. Based on my experience with Heidi, I personally would not recommend her. Again this was MY experience with her, so maybe she's different with patients she knows...she did not know me. Maybe she was having a shitty day(lame excuse) who knows, but we were not pleased. read more

I can't imagine a better OBYGN than Heidi. She made my first and only pregnancy a wonderful experience and turned every negative into a positive. She made me feel so confident and calmed my fears + very modern approach to medicine and child bearing. read more

I know everyone says she is the best, however, my experience was different. At the beginning of my pregnancy, my husband and I loved her because she was professional and caring. As my due date approached Wittenberg told us she prefers to deliver her own patients babies if she is available. When I went into labor, the CPMC nurses tried to contact her for hours because she was available that evening. Wittenberg never showed and didn't return the calls. We felt completely blown off by her. I understand that she is busy/overbooked with patients but to not at least contact us was unprofessional. When the baby crowned and I was ready to push, an elderly male doctor arrived to deliver my baby. He did a good job, it just wasn't what I was expecting after Wittenberg's big build-up speech about how she makes an extra effort to deliver her patients babies. Disappointing. Then things took a turn for the worst. In my 9th month I contracted a yeast infection and Wittenberg acted like it was not important. She never treated it -just recommended over-the-counter creams which didn't work. Once the baby was born I contracted thrush (yeast infection on nipples) during breastfeeding. I went back and forth on the phone for a simple RX to treat the thrush. Her office screwed up the RX ( didn't call it in correctly) and I ended up not getting proper treatment. Every lactation consultant I spoke to said you need a 14-day treatment of Diflucan and her nurse practitioner told me that a 14-day RX didn't exist. Not true! The 7 day treatment I was prescribed by her office didn't work. When we went back for the 6 wk post partum checkup she was not professional at all. I was desperate for some relief from thrush and Wittenberg shrugged her shoulders and said there was nothing she could do about it. She wrote yet another RX for Diflucan (7-day) and said you can try it again (shrugged her shoulders again). FYI: You can't take Diflucan again- it doesn't work that way. Wow, we couldn't believe it, Wittenberg couldn't be bothered to help me and didn't care. To make it worse, Wittenberg told me to stop breastfeeding, shrugged her shoulders once more and left the room. HORRIBLE! Both my husband and I felt she was responsible in helping to treat me since I contacted the infection in my 9th month. If you are breastfeeding don't expect Wittenberg to support your choice. In the end, she didn't care, was negligent , insulting to my intelligence and unprofessional. I plan on having another baby in a few years and I will never go back to her again no matter how many positive reviews she gets. read more

I don't see the connection between being a rock-star (as someone here describes Dr. Wittenberg) and a caring and professional physician. For reasons of privacy I am using an alias on this site, however I am confident that if she and her nurse ever read this review they will know immediately who I am. My boyfriend advised me to write a letter of concern to the medical board of California. I think it would be excessively harsh and not helpful to future possible patients that might have a similar experience. This is my story I went to Dr. Wittenberg to have a IUD placed early this month 5/5/09 (by the way I was at CPMC from 3 to 6:30 pm). I went to her because my boyfriend is a surgeon who would (in the past) regularly refer his patients to her, believing the popular legend she was an excellent gynecologist. For the record, I have high tolerance to physical pain and being a physician myself I'm unimpressed by any type of medical procedure. This apparently innocuous, simple procedure turned out to be the most traumatic (physically and mentally) experience of my whole life. When Dr. Wittenberg began to push the IUD in my cervix I literally saw most of the stars of contained in the firmament, for the pain was unbearable. Despite my screams of pain that could heard across the building, she ignored my pain and continued torturing me until she had to stop but only because at that point I had shut my legs and rolled up in fetal position on the examination table. When I sat up I saw iodine and blood splattered all over the room and her scrubs. She left me there with my agony and walked out. The nurse came in handed me a brochure about the IUD which I tossed in the trash moments later. Then I saw the Dr when I walked out of the room all she said was that i needed to have an ultrasound the following week because she was "not sure the IUD was placed right". Being a physician myself I felt betrayed twice: placed right? Right? there was nothing "right" about this whole experience. I waited a few days to see if the pain and bleeding would stop but it actually got only worse. Fortunately I was able to see a great physician and gynecologist at UCSF who removed the IUD (painlessly), I felt born again as soon as it was out of my body. In summary here are a few pointers for those thinking to go to this Dr. I saw her only once but it was enough to notice that she had no bedside manners, no compassion, no consciousness of her patient not at the moment and not later on. She never called me to follow up on her botched IUD placement, to find out how was i doing. I did get a call from her nurse 3 weeks later who wanted simply to schedule the ultrasound (again!), which really annoyed me. I informed the nurse that it was unnecessary because the IUD had been removed. Other than asking me when and by who it was removed, she did not ask me why. I told the nurse I was very displeased about the whole experience, including the unbelievable aloofness towards me, and that I would have liked to talk to the Dr about it. You know what happened? I was put on hold and nobody ever picked up the phone. Nobody ever called me back. It's really shameful that Dr. Wittenberg chose to simply ignore me and my boyfriend especially knowing that we are colleagues and he works in the hospital. For sure she will never get referrals from him any more. read more

I have to wonder how many of the good reviews actually had Dr. Wittenberg deliver a child. She delivered my son and was great throughout the pregnancy. My regular doctor had retired so that was the first time I saw her. I needed to have a c-section -- which she messed up, leaving me infertile for the next 3 years. Immediately folowing the c-section I tried to get an appointment as I had a high post-partum temperature I was unable to book an appointment again to see her. Actually, following the delivery was the last time I saw her as she cancelled my yearly exam the day before and I was told it would take six months to get another appointment. Fortunately I found a specialist in Los Angeles who was able to identify what Dr. W did to my uterus (sutured it shut) and fix it (three operations). Clearly she only has time for prenatal appointments and will not bother with you after. That combined with the gross negligence I received in operating room is horrific. I was also discouraged to breast feed by her -- fortunately I ignored that advice. read more

The care is okay but the administrative support staff leave much to be desired. Nearly 3 months after my visit and I have yet to receive test results that have been paid for. I have never experienced such shoddy patient care. I cannot recommend this office and wish I had a better experience. read more

The admin team is terrible. Never got my results from annual checkup and they keep sending a nuisance 30 dollar bill for a preventative annual physical that is fully covered by insurance (which they have been told over and over). The lab they work with is also terrible and sent bills to collections even though blue shield 100% pays for annuals and I've called both them and the insurance who both acknowledged their mistake. Yet, months later the bill comes up again and there were no additional tests. Not worth the aggravation. read more

Eek! Me thinks NOT is correct! Heidi Wittenberg missed the memo, "...doctor do no harm." In under one week, mid-tests, I was shut-out of her practice because I dared to ask a question. This question went 3rd-party via her office staff, nevertheless, I was immediately frozen out of the practice, and invited never to return? It was apparent to me that she has a rather large and fragile ego which doesn't like tampering with. On my 2nd and last visit, accompanied by my daughter, I was waiting in her examing room for someone to return with orders. They never came. I got dressed and we eventually went into the lobby everyone was gone. You could hear them at lunch in the back of the office! I'm 71 yrs old. Have bleeding problems. The practice freeze-out was done at a time that feels so medically negligent. It was enough to notice that she had no bedside manners, no compassion, no consciousness of her patient-- neither at the moment and nor later on. I received telephone notice from one of her clerks that I had a infection. A clerk called in a script for antibiotics at my pharmacy with no medical follow-up. I was told to find another gynecologist, and that I needed another invasive test. OUCH! I was shut out. Wittenberg apparently decided we were not a doctor/patient match. I groveled myself and wrote her a please forgive me letter, telling her a list of stressors have been which were causing serious depression. No answer. Black out stands. You want this for your doctor? Good luck! OUCH! read more

I had a terrible experience with Dr. Wittenberg's office. I'm considering filing a complaint with the Medical Board of CA for fraudulent practice. I am a 'good patient' who pays my bills & is responsible and I have honestly never been treated in such a shoddy way by medical professionals. Please save yourself grief and do not go to this doctor/practice. read more

No bedside maner, she's awlful. If going for your anual is a big deal and you need a doctor to be exta nice, keep looking you will not find that with Wittenberg!! read more

I was referred to Dr. Wittenberg by a friend a few years ago and was very disappointed. She always ran way behind schedule and botched a simple procedure that ended up causing me a lot of discomfort (and her schedule was so busy one of her partners had to do all the clean-up work for her to fix the issues caused). I ultimately switched to another doctor. read more

I have been going to Dr. Heidi for eight years now. She is BY FAR the BEST obgyn out there. Considering my old obgyn delivered me I never felt STRANGE about going to to the Dr but finding a new one and switching to a woman was hard for me. She is so knowledgeable and makes you feel so comfortable with her. She also is extremely personable and remembers everything about you! Sure she may be hard to get into and not taking anymore patients but that is just because she is the best! I have referred her to ALL of my friends and if they do not get into her at LEAST they get into the practice which I might add is a phenomenal ONE! DR. HEIDI is the BEST!!!! read more

I haven't been back. The receptionist wasn't that friendly and she wanted to do some tests that made me very uncomfortable. Knowing my medical history she prescribed vesicare and it actually made my symptoms worse. No thank you I see no reason to return. read more

Dr. Wittenberg is the best Dr. I've ever been to. She delivered our daughter, our first child, this past Fall and did an amazing job. No rips, tears, was gentle and personable. She's always answered my questions (and I ask a lot!) and made my husband feel like he was part of the pregnancy too. He loves her just as much as I do! I would highly recommend her - she's wonderful! read more

I have been seeing this woman for years, and I love her. She's warm and personable and the friendliest doctor I know. I still venture through the city on bus to see her, from when I lived in Pacifica to Oakland. read more

Dr. Wittenburg has been my GYN doc for many years & she has always been caring & intelligent taking the time to respond to me even after hours. She listens & gets the job done. Her office is a bit frenetic as is the case with any large practice, but you don't just feel like a number there &, most important, I trust her skill & judgement. read more

Heidi is AMAZING. She's helped us through three pregnancies. We went to several OBs prior to landing with Dr. Wittenberg. She's got it all - humor, practical and useful advice, very caring bedside manner, great with people, up on the latest research and findings, very smart - list goes on and on. If the only criticisms are that she isn't accepting new patients or she has too many patients already - that just underscores how much in demand she is and how much she tries to accommodate as many patients as possible. Sorry sour grapes folks - can't have it both ways. If you don't want to wait for a doctor, go to someone who is less in demand. read more

She's terrific - personable and friendly, and professional. She delivered our preemie over the summer, and she helped to turn a somewhat stressful delivery into a much more comfortable situation. She never lost her cool, and she never lost her compassion. Strong recommendation as an OB. read more

Dr. Wittenberg is a wonderful, down to earth OB-GYN. I have referred many friends to her and none have been disappointed.