Dr. Mazzullo is awesome. Here is what you need to know: 1. This is a smart woman. If you like your Doctors smart, even if it is at odds with what you 'think' you know, Lisa is is your Doctor. Case in point, we offered several ideas around our delivery and things we had been told would be beneficial, but instead of brushing us off or being too agreeable, she walked us through why the risks outweighed the benefits before making her recommendation. 2. Often times rare in the Medical field, Dr. Mazzullo is an excellent communicator. She takes her time to explain the what and the why, and elicits more questions without making you feel rushed or stupid for asking them. For example, why trying to turn our breech baby was a losing endeavor given our scenario. 3. She is an advocate. During my wife's c section, she specifically advocated some special asks for us with our anesthesiologist. While my wife waited for me to rejoin the operating room, Dr. Mazzullo extended a hand for my nervous wife to hold, knowing that sometimes you just need a little human connection. That's compassion and humanity that is so often missing today. We are huge fans of Dr. Lisa Mazzullo. I cannot recommend her enough. read more

OMG!!!! Dr. Mazzullo is amazing. First, I had to wait for her but she apologized. I never had a doctor apologize for having me wait. She told me to call her Lisa, asked extensive questions (it was my first time with her). I had a list of questions to ask her but she answered half of them without me even asking. She was so informative, empathetic, great sense of humor, and so professional. I love her almost as much as my dentist...and I found both on Yelp. Thank you fellow Yelpers!!! read more

I went to Dr. Mazzullo when my other OBGYN moved away. I've been with her for five years. I love her and can't imagine ever going to a different doctor. I am completely squeamish and can't stand anything medical being done to me so when I found out I was pregnant I was dreading every single moment of blood tests, ultrasounds, and the actual delivery. I thought for sure I wasn't going to get an epidural and even though Dr. Mazzullo KNEW I needed one she let me think that I wasn't getting one until it was time. And I appreciated her honoring my wishes until it was definitely needed...because it definitely was. She's gentle, caring, listens, and takes time to take care of you. She's thorough and answers all of your questions and makes you think of some that you didn't know you needed to ask. Also, my annuals go pretty smoothly because she's fast and gets my mind off what's going on down there. She's definitely my favorite doctor...Even though I hate going to her :) read more

Been seeing Dr. Mazzullo now for about six years. She is professional, reassuring, and always seems to remember what is going on with me. Now that she's moved into the swanky new office at The Women's Practice, I feel like a VIP every time I go in for an exam. Don't expect to wait less than five months before you make it onto her calendar--you have to book earlier than early to get your desired time slot. Despite this, Ladies, if you're looking for a new ob/gyn, Lisa Mazzullo is one of the best. read more

Dr. Mazzullo cared for me during my second pregnancy. She and her staff are awesome! She is very knowledgable, smart, and really nice! She always acknowledged my first son as well, he actually loved going to the doctor visits with me. She didn't deliver the baby, Dr. Norlin did, and she was top notch as well. And yes, prentice is as nice as every lady claims it to be. Healthy babies and mommies.... If you are a patient be prepared to wait.....and wait.....and wait..... They are always very busy. But it is well worth it, she is great! read more

I love Dr. Mazzullo, wouldn't go to anyone else. I came to her originally for a 2nd opinion, after my original gyn looked at a cyst I had outside an ovary and said "oh, we'll just remove it, and yank out the ovary while we're at it." Umm, hello, that's kind of a big deal?? With Dr. Mazzullo, there was no such talk - we've been keeping an eye on the cyst, it hasn't grown, all is fine, and no needless oopherectomy. And yes, sometimes there's a wait, but I don't care, there's usually some emergency, and they try to let you know beforehand. And when I do see Dr. Mazzullo - who I've seen every time I've been there - she's not at all rushed. Answers all my questions, explains things, etc. She is AWESOME. She's professional, warm, personable, and I'd feel comfortable talking to her about anything - which is what you want with this kind of doctor! read more

Dr. Mazzullo is a wonderful person and doctor. She really takes her time to do a comprehensive exam, looking not only at vaginal health, but also sleep routines, stress maintenance, etc. She is very welcoming, conversational, easy to talk to, and seems to legitimately care. She made me feel nothing but comfortable, so much so that I walked out of her office with a smile on my face. read more

I'm sorry to be the only person on here that is actually speaking the truth but here are some facts about Dr Mazzullo and her practice: #1: You will RARELY if ever actually see Dr. Mazzullo. She relies on her nurse practitioners to a fault and those are the folks that you will rely on, like it or not. Call Dr. Mazzullo? Not going to talk to her, you'll talk to a NP. Have an emergency? You'd think the doctor would care enough to return a call... nope. You'll get a NP. In the office? Again, NP. Now some NPs are great. But some are not. So be very careful as you're not really getting Lisa. #2: The folks at her office are completely unprofessional, detached, and rude. Other OB offices will know your name. Get to know your children. Say hello and at least act like they care. Here? They will not even pretend to care about your pregnancy. I would be surprised if any staff will even remember your name after the 9 months are over. #3: And here's the clincher... if you are high-risk or run into a problem, Dr. Mazzullo (and more likely, her NPs) are unprepared and slow to deal with it. Need to go to an emergency C-section? Need an epidural now? Baby runs into a problem? You want to be 1000% confident that your OB is on it. You won't have that confidence here. Bottom line: What Dr. Mazzullo's practice has become is now all too common in healthcare.... IT IS A FACTORY. She takes on way too many patients. She spreads herself too thin. She then overlooks things and makes mistakes. She then hires poorly trained nurse practitioners to help try to cover for her. And in the end... who suffers from all this??? YOU DO. read more

Read the reviews carefully: The problems are with the practice. 1. You will have wait times for scheduled appointment's of up to 75 minutes. I have never been seen on time. 2. Do not expect ever to speak to her on the phone, or to respond to an email. If you have a question you must make an appointment. Uh good luck with that. 3.It is a factory. You get 5 minutes of face time. 4.The staff is impossibly rude an unhelpful. Check it out yourself. make a call and ask for the simplest of information : they will not return the call. getting a prescription filled or an insurance claim adjusted is a trauma in itself. word of wisdom - find a different Doctor ! read more

Dr Mazzullo is amazing and kind. She really takes the time to listen, and then she takes care of all of you, not just your girly parts. She is incredibly thorough, and asks a lot of questions, and actually listens to you answers. Dr. Mazzullo will take detailed notes and remember everything you've ever told her. She teaches residents at Northwestern - and is well respected. She is smart as hell and up to date on all of the latest research. Dr Mazzullo is gentle but clear in her diagnoses and opinions, she does not sugar coat anything. She gives a good exam that is not too painful and talks you thorough the whole thing each time even if you've been doing this twice a year - with her for a decade. I love this woman. She returns my calls promptly after hours - not so much during the day - the office is always packed with people waiting to see her and her partners, and they always squeeze me in for a true emergency. 3 things - to know: 1. they don't give you a gown to put on while you wait, or are examined - just a sheet to wrap around yourself, a little strange, but not damning. 2. you will wait, and wait and wait and wait and wait - first to get an appointment, then in the waiting room and then in the exam room. so don't even go if your schedule is tight. 3. The NP's in this practice are fantastic. you might have to see one of them if Lisa gets called to deliver a baby or some such. . . or if you need a 'right now can't wait 4 months visit - but they are very well trained and all work under Dr. Mazzullo's direct supervision. read more

I can't say enough great things about Dr. Mazzullo. I've been with her for almost 10 years. 3 babies later, I still love her. Yes, you wait a while to see her but, once you get into her office, you find out why: she spends a lot of quality time with her patients. She's a great person and an excellent doctor... read more

I've been a patient of Dr. Mazzullo's for well over 10 years. I've had two children under her care, both of which had to be C-sections, and my second pregnancy had a myriad of issues. There is no other physician I can imagine having gone through that with! She is kind, considerate, amazingly knowledgeable and truly listens to your concerns. She always calls back the same day you call her, usually after hours. She goes far above and beyond the call of duty and I just can't say enough good things about her. My mother is also a patient of Dr. Mazzullo's. My mother had premenopausal breast cancer many years ago, and Dr. Mazzullo has been extremely proactive with me about this over the years as a result. I appreciate this so much, as my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer before the recommended age that we even start mammograms! In response to the one negative review I saw, I have spoken to her NPs only to refill prescriptions or if I say they can call me back. Otherwise, it's always been Dr. Mazzullo herself. The wait-time was a bigger issue in her previous practice; not as much here, but you still must be prepared to wait. However, if you call, the office staff will let you know how far behind she is and let you know when to come in. This has always been a huge help for me. I highly recommend Dr. Lisa Mazzullo as well as the rest of the physicians and staff at the Women's Practice. I have and will continue to refer friends to the practice and specifically to Dr. Mazzullo! read more

Lisa is fantastic. She has been my doc for about 13 years...i have moved and am in search of a new one...she has even given me some suggestions. Lisa is very knowledgable and caring. In the past there had been epic wait times, but since I've seen her at Women's Practice that has not been the case so much...5-10min in the waiting room, but more in the examination room. The thing is once she is in there with you she gives you all the time and attention you need....and isn't that what everyone wants. She is worth the wait and if there is a real problem she will squeeze you in. Lisa even called me personally between Xmas and NY to let me know that I had an abnormal test result and left me her direct line to call her back with questions. I've only had one experience with a nurse practioner, but it was good considering it was a difficult situation. She even called me the next morning to see if I was OK. I'd say the upfront staff are short and to the point, but being so busy I think its understandable. I think dealing with so many people and files they need to stay focused to stay on top of things. I have a lot of faith in Lisa and am kind of devastated to be finding a new doc, but I can't take a half day or whole day off work for every appt since now I live in the burbs. Here's a little secret...get an appt in the morning just after the no parking at meters time is up like 9:30am. Plenty of parking on Chicago Ave near Rush. Cheaper than validation in the lot. read more

Dr. Mazzullo is the best. She treats the entire person, not just the one issue. I would give her 10 stars if I could.

Dr. Mazzullo is the kindest, most caring MD that I have ever met. She listens to my questions and answers them thoroughly, she calls me after hours to explain a test or procedure, she always returns my calls. She takes into account other medical problems that I may have, and looks at me as a whole person. She has been my OB=GYN for almost 20 years and she is just the BEST!! read more

I saw Dr. Mazzullo for years prior to getting pregnant and thought she was great. However, going through a pregnancy and delivery with her has completely changed my opinion. Looking back, there were several times I wanted to walk away a find another doctor and I should have. Once when I expressed my concerns with her plans she told me to 'stop being neurotic'. She minimized my concerns, ignored my requests, and my son is paying the price. I will never forgive myself for remaining in her care and never forgive her for my son's violent delivery. She acts very compassionate and kind but it is an act. When you disagree with her she becomes angry and condescending. It's been over six years since my children were born and I still cannot forgive her -or myself for failing to stand up to her and allowing her to bully me. read more

I absolutely adore Dr. Mazzullo. She is incredibly attentive and makes you feel like you are her only patient. She asks great questions and genuinely cares about you as a whole person. She makes me feel empowered about my healthcare and is a big believer in doing what is best for you. I love that she is not an alarmist -- extremely thoughtful and rational in her decisions and actions, which is great so that I don't get worked up about something. I really LOVE her and could spend hours talking with her! read more

Dr. Lisa Mazzullo is that rare combination of humanist/clinician never minimizing either quality in deference to the other. Her treatment is holistic and she never discounts anything. Her complex understanding of the human psyche merges seamlessly with her clinical expertise. Never dismissing, always humble despite her brilliance, she takes the time to listen, evaluate and remedy. She weaves all that is family-doctor reminiscent with hi-tech genius and warmth. As her 500th patient, first seeing her in 1999, I am a witness to her continued, extraordinary evolution from young doctor to NMH Prestige Faculty Member and I am ever grateful to call her "my doctor." read more

Dr. Mazzullo and her staff are awesome!!! I have been going to Dr. Mazzullo for about 13 years now and wouldn't dream of changing! Yes you wait, wait, wait... but when Dr. Mazzullo comes into the room it's all about me. I don't have to ask any questions because they are all answered by her before and after my exam. The wait does not bother me, we wait because she cares for all of her patients throughly. I wouldn't have it any other way. read more