I paid $500 for a consultation with Dr. Michael Goodman regarding a complex vulvar revision case, and I would not recommend him for this type of problem. During the consult, he dismissed issues that had already been evaluated by top-level specialists at major academic centers. He also made several categorical statements about possible causes and mechanisms in my case that conflicted with what I had been told by other highly qualified experts, as well as with peer-reviewed medical literature. He did not give me confidence that he is current on reconstructive options relevant to complex revision cases. Some of the advice I received also did not feel medically appropriate for a serious reconstructive consultation. My impression was that his reputation may be based more on older credentials than current expertise in this niche. This review reflects my personal experience in a paid consultation. read more

Personal service. Friendly care. Highly knowledgeable. Well established in Davis, CA, with decades of highly satisfied patients. Highly recommended. read more

I have a very close personal friend who saw Dr. Goodman for a single visit regarding a severe fibroid bleeding issue. After examining her, Dr. Goodman advocated for a hysterectomy. My friend who is extremely polite and mannerly explained that she wanted to pursue alternative treatments to preserve her uterus. She thanked the doctor and let him know that she needed to seek out viable treatments elsewhere. At that particular time, she was in the midst of a divorce proceeding settlement. Her husband's attorney contacted Dr. Goodman to testify. My friend was shocked to see Dr. Goodman appear in one of the couple's court proceedings, particularly because she had only consulted him one time. In front of the judge, her husband, and the court, Dr. Goodman pulled out my friend's patient charts and violated her privacy by telling the court her health condition. Dr. Goodman must have been feeling quite good about himself to be called in as an 'expert'. During his testimony, he related to the court that her 'boyfriend' drove her to the appointment. This was falsified information, as my friend had actually driven herself to the appointment on that day. In addition, she never discussed her relationship status with the doctor. It is unclear what the motivation of Dr. Goodman was that he would not provide any protection for his own patient/client. It is disturbing and unsettling that he swore an oath to do his patients no harm. He violated this very basic principle and created a false and ugly perception of my friend in a public court of law. What I have stated here in this review is TRUE. Dr. Goodman cannot refute this because it is Documented in the Sacramento County Court Transcripts for my friend's case. I find his behavior despicable and unsettling. No doctor has the right to turn against his/her patient (unless that patient is causing someone unjust harm). I would argue that this doctor has caused my friend not only unjust harm, but he also defamed her character. She is a gentle, godly woman of color. ***As a complete side note, my friend's fibroid bleeding issue cleared up with the care of another doctor who was able to preserve her uterus by using a brilliant technique called Accessa--radiofrequency ablation. read more

This is long overdue. I've been going to Dr. Goodman for about 4 years. Two things that stand out about his practice, he has many years of experience and seems to keep current on the latest treatments. He's conservative and thorough in his approach and listens well. He's great about finding solutions to problems and will suggest different options. Thanks to him I am feeling great! I recently went to another doctor in Roseville on the advice of a friend, and her approach was aggressive. Felt uncomfortable that she tried to sell a number of supplements which I didn't think were necessary. Dr. Goodman has a great reputation, as I've heard people travel a distance to see him. His staff is very nice and accommodating. They've been with him since I've been a patient, so there's great consistency with patient care. His office is basic, not fancy or modern, just comfortably meets the need. Today I saw him and there were cookies and tea in the waiting area! Overall, 5-star service with great confidence in his care. read more

Dr. Goodman and his staff are fantastic. They took great care of me through the whole process. The staff is warm and caring. I highly recommend Dr. Goodman. read more

Re: Labiaplasty. Dr. Goodman immediately made me feel comfortable about the issue. He was very detailed with the possible outcome, with pre and post operation care, with and other details. He has a great personality as well! What I really like about Dr. Goodman is how specific and detailed he was. His main goal is to make sure the patient will be satisfied with the outcome. He is extremely caring for women. No wonder his practice is called "Caring for Woman Wellness Center". I followed most of the pre, post operation tips and have healed extremely well. Please note, it is extremely important to follow the guidance, which will help in the healing process. I am absolutely ecstatic about the results! It has drastically helped me with the confidence of my sexual life. I could not have chosen a better Dr. and Team to take care of my issue! I seriously think they are the best in the area! read more

A year post my Vaginal Rejuvenation +Labiaplasty surgery and I couldn't be happier with the results. Dr. Goodman is one of the best, his reputation in the field of genital aesthetic surgery precedes him, and on top of that he is a lovely man and the best bedside-mannered doctor I've ever met ( and being a physician myself I've met many). At the age of 39 I was in a very bad state post 3 childbirths and Dr. Goodman gave me my intimate love life back, with a bonus... I traveled thousands of miles from overseas to be treated by him, local OBGYNs who see me are in owe of his work and one said "It's like looking at a work of art". Don't hesitate and go see Dr. Goodman! read more

I am 26 years old, and I have had discomfort for the past 5-6 years from my inner lips (labia minora) protruding. It was very irritating, because I had to "adjust myself" quite often. So I decided to put an end to it once and for all. Procedure: I had local anesthesia; the injection was very painful. After the area became numb, I couldn't feel anything for the next two hours. The surgery lasted about an hour. Dr Goodman used the linear resection method and reduced two of my lips and a little bit of the clitoral hood. I should have taken pain killer right away after the surgery, but I forgot and took it only when it started to hurt at home, which was already too late. Ice packs definitely helped a lot. I was also given a special cream to put on the area for the first week after surgery, which helped a lot as well. I was also given a bunch of other helpful stuff (pads, inflatable ring, little bottle for washing, arnica pills, one time use underwear etc.). Recovery: I didn't have any of the awful bruising and swelling like others on this web site. I only needed pain medication for one day. And the next day I didn't have any pain whatsoever, but still used ice packs to keep the swelling under control. I felt a little weak the first two days. And I had discomfort while walking for the first 3-5 days after the surgery, but it wasn't too bad. In general, my recovery was a lot easier than I expected it to be. After nine days I returned to work, but I could have returned after five days. After two weeks I returned to the gym (I do heavy lifting most of the time). I waited one month after the surgery to have intercourse, but it felt like it was probably a little too early. I would say six weeks is safe. As of today, it has been six and a half weeks after the surgery, and it is still a little tender. The doctor said it will take up to four months to completely heal. One of the edges doesn't look exactly right, but Dr. Goodman said he will take care of that for me for free after my healing is done, if it still bothers me. Dr. Goodman was very helpful, accommodating, and understanding. I would say he is a pro in his sphere. Everything was very well communicated to me, and all of my questions were answered with no hesitation. I recommend Dr. Goodman without hesitation - I am totally satisfied with his work. Dr. Goodman's staff is very pleasant to talk to as well. read more

Such a superb doctor with a wonderful and helpful team! Not once did I feel uncomfortable, that my questions went unanswered, or that I wasn't being heard. I did extensive research on several doctors and plastic surgeons, but Dr. Goodman, I feel, is thee best in his field. If you would like to see info on him and his staff beforehand, check out http://www.drmichaelgoodman.com You will not be disappointed and I'm so happy to have been his patient.... changed my life!!!!!! read more

I was referred to Dr. Goodman by a friend. I was experiencing peri-menopause symptoms and desperately needed help. I was surprised to find a doctor who looked at mental health, physical health and relationship in order to make a complete diagnosis. He is open to prescribing vitamins, hormone replacement therapy as well as diet and exercise recommendations. I have been very happy with the treatment I have received at Caring for Women because they really do. read more

After 4 children, lots of research and 2 appointments with Dr. Goodman I made the decision to get Vaginoplasty. From the moment you walk in the door you get a feeling of comfort. The ladies that run the front and back office couldn't be any more welcoming and are very knowledgeable about the services provided in their clinic. You will really know your in the right place when you talk with Dr. Goodman, he is a great listener and together we came up with the exact procedure I wanted. He was so thorough in explaining the procedure I felt comfortable enough to have my procedure performed in the office under local anesthesia and I am so glad I did as I didn't have to deal with the effects of recovering from General Anesthesia on top of recovering from the procedure. They provided a medication to decrease anxiety and oral pain medication before the procedure. Now I will say that the numbing is intense!!!!!!!! however the pain only lasted a good 60 seconds and the rest of the procedure was tolerable and I really felt no pain it was more pressure than anything. After the procedure they provided me with a goodie bag full of items to aid in recovery. The first couple of days I was in a lot of pain and felt a lot of pressure but it was controlled pretty good with the oral pain medication he prescribed, ice and sitz baths, after that every day seemed to get better. The ladies in the office called to check up on me more than once and the doctor was available to my questions around the clock. All in all the experience was great and I am glad I made the choice to have the procedure done. Now me and my wonderful husband have 2 weeks before we get to test things out. I will update the post in a couple of months. :) read more

I began seeing Dr. Goodman when I was a couple years into menopause. My regular GP didn't seem to be able to communicate what my options were or make good suggestions for my symptoms, so I went to see Dr. Goodman on a friend's recommendation. He immediately ordered a DEXA scan for a baseline, something that had never been suggested, being only 51. As it turned out, I already had full blown osteoporosis! Thankfully he was able to help me with appropriate hormonal and other treatment that halted the progress and get me back on the path to bone health and a satisfying personal life. He really listens to what you say, and has always been helpful with suggestions and treatment. read more

Run, don't walk, to see Dr. Goodman if you have any female health issues. Not only is he a gifted surgeon but also a good listener and problem solver. I feel completely comfortable discussing any medical issues with him--unlike situations that can occur with doctors who feel uncomfortable with intimate issues and brush them aside. Thanks to him, I am an older woman who has fantastic female health. read more

I have wanted to have a labiaplasty procedure performed for nearly 10 years. I started my search for the best surgeon summer of 2018. I knew i had ONE shot to get this right. From the time i called to book the consultation until the actual procedure day i was very pleased with the level of care i recieved. The staff in his office are very patient and thorough in explaining everything. I traveled from out of state to see Dr. G and it was worth every bit of the ride. (His office helps with hotel stay for out of towners also!) The pre-op session was so comforting, he explained everything he was going to do. He listened very close to what i wanted for a final outcome. After examining me he discussed the different types of techniques and which one he thought would best fulfill my desires. During the procedure, ( you are awake under local anesthesia) he and his staff were SUPER at making me feel comfortable and talked to me every step of they way explaining their every move. After procedure was complete they got me to my hotel safely and called me the next morning to check up on me. The post op process was very smooth as well. I would send him a pic and he would call me to discuss any concerns i may have. I KNEW from the minute he was done suturing my lady bits and handed me a mirror that i had made the right decision. This man is truely a highly skilled artist in creating the labia you desire. His work is top notch and he is a strait shooter. He won't mislead you one bit. There were no surprises. He tells you what things will be like during the healing process and what to expect. I followed his post op instructions to a T and i got the new and improved labia i always wanted. I healed very quickly and was released to resume exercise 1 month post op! Horray! (Avoiding exercise was hardest part for me ). So for anyone out there making this very personal, intimate, and scary decision, i would strongly encourage Dr. GOODMAN! He has changed my life and given me my confidence and self esteem back in the bedroom! I wish i had learned of him sooner! He is truely the best in the business. Good luck ladies!!!!! read more

I highly recommend Dr. Michael Goodman. I chose him based on reviews from Yelp, along with multiple physician review sites and I'm so glad I did. Dr. Goodman is a passionate, caring physician. He came across to me as someone who sincerely cares about women's health. Dr. Goodman did a bilateral labia majora reduction for me. For some background, I have previously had my minora reduced as needed, one side at a time by different doctors. I was not very concerned with the outcome of the minora reductions since it seemed pretty straight forward - cut them off. However, the majora was a different story. The whole reason for having the reduction was to make them look cute! Whether it was genetics, the two 50 lbs. pregnancy weight gains and losses, age, or a combination thereof, my majora were too saggy especially lying down, for my liking (and with laser hair removal there was no hiding it.) The surgery was a great success! I am 6 weeks out from surgery. I have olive colored skin which shows scars and can sometimes make scars that feel ropey. These are not going to be problems with the majora reduction. The result is exactly what I wanted and looks natural. The doctor will send you home from surgery with the admonition to not look for a while as the healing process will go through various stages. I looked of course. While I was never aghast, there was a time or two when I was briefly concerned with how they were shaping up. Those concerns were unwarranted. BTW, the procedure is done under local anesthesia. Once the anesthetic was injected, I felt nothing. The doctor warned that the injections can hurt some women quite a bit. I was one of those women. The injections hurt A LOT! But, it was totally worth the pain. (I am going to post this review on multiple sites, so I can help as many women as possible who are trying to decide on a doctor, please don't disregard my review if you see it more then once, I am a real patient with no horse in the race.) Dr. Goodman's practice is full service gynecology by the way. I wouldn't hesitate to see him for something not covered by my insurance or for something I thought my health coverage was not properly providing me. read more

I feel terrible for taking so long to write this (2.5 years, to be exact), but I was always so paranoid about someone finding out that I'd done it that I just put mentioning it on the interwebs on the backburner for a while. That said, I had a labiaplasty in December 2012, and it was truly a game-changer for me. I researched for YEARS online- getting your lady bits snipped is serious business. Choose the wrong doctor and you could wind up disfigured, infected, or, worst of all, with loss of sensation. I know this sounds weird, but it was when I saw Dr. Goodman's face on his website that I knew I could trust him. He also came with great reviews, posted unretouched pictures of his work, and he has tons of experience, great educational and professional credentials, and a patient, educated, professional staff who answered my myriad questions. So many of the sites I visited for labiaplasty doctors seemed shady at worst and "slick," in the worst possible way, at best, all gelled-back hair and fake teeth and upselling of "packages." Dr. Goodman was just incredibly kind, understood that I ONLY wanted labiaplasty (not anything else) and at that, only a SMALL bit taken off my labia, not for medical reasons, not for discomfort, but simply because they had caused me severe embarrassment, anxiety, and disgust since they appeared during the 4th grade. I had a hard time getting intimate with people, and was always afraid the boys who saw me naked would tell everyone my "secret." To be fair, as I've gotten older, I've realized boys actually don't give a shit what your vagina looks like- they're just trying to get inside it- but *I* didn't like the way I looked, and that was damaging... So I took my credit card and flew by myself to California and got it taken care of, and I've never looked back. Dr. Goodman was sweet, patient, and comforting, and his staff was PHENOMENAL. The surgery was quick and pretty painless, and after it (I had gotten a hotel for 2 nights in the area), one of his nurses (Lisa- I'll never forget her) DROVE ME in her personal car from his office to the hotel, with a stop at a store in between b/c I was still messed up from the small amount of anesthesia they give you and I was craving snacks haha. How cool is that?! A doctor's office where they actually take care of you... My PCP doesn't take that good, personal care of me, for heaven's sake, so it's ironic (to me, anyways) that a plastic surgeon who I'll see once (maybe twice!) would be so good to his patients, but it's a testimony to how awesome his office is. Anyways, I flew home two days after surgery and experienced some swelling and bruising for the first few weeks... And then it went away. And now, no one but me can tell anything was done- I've moved cross-country since the surgery and have had 4 different gynos, and not one has ever been able to tell, even when I prompt them! To be honest, over the last year or so, I can see that they're getting a little bit longer again- it just happens with age and sex and childbirth and all that- but they're still much smaller than they used to be, and frankly, if he's still practicing after I'm done having children, I'll probably pay him a visit. Thank you, Dr. Goodman, and I'm sorry this is so overdue! read more