Best Gyno in Astoria!! Every-time I come for a visit I'm treated very well I appreciate how much they actually listen to you! Fatima at front desk is wonderful always helpful and with great flexible hours I can come after work!! read more

Dr Bourara has been my gynecologist for many years. He is a wonderful doctor. caring, attentive goes above and beyond and takes his time with his patients. I love his office and all the staff that works there. read more

This doctor is amazing. him and his team are absolutely knowledgable and so patient. 9 years ago they changed my life. while I was having trouble conceiving they put me on a diet and vitamins and 6 months later I got pregnant. Even now while I see him- he always has the best advice. love them. so grateful for them. read more

I had the pleasure of visiting Dr. Mustapha Bourara office, and I can't express enough how impressed I am with the level of care and professionalism provided by her and amazing nurse Fatima from the moment I walked in, I was greeted warmly by the front desk staff, who made the check-in process seamless and efficient. They took the time to listen to my concerns and provided thorough explanations and personalized recommendations. They both truly go above and beyond for their patients. This is probably the first gynecologist I trust. Highly recommend to everyone. read more

First disclaimer, if you are overweight,, AVOID AVOID AVOID! But all ladies of Astoria, there are plenty of other OBGYN options. Do not even make Dr. Bourara your last. My exam was so startling and bizarre, I will be filing a complaint with the Office of Professional Medical Conduct (OPMC.) Dr. Bourara continually talked to me about weight and needing to see a cardiologist (why?) He also asked strange questions in regards to my ethnic background. The most bizarre portion was how "surprised" he was to know I was sexually active. In addition, the actual pelvic exam and pap smear was rough, rude and abrasive. I left my appointment in tears and shaking. If you do decide to see him, please don't, but make sure to take a friend, mother, sister, partner or please be sure to request one of the nurses be present in the room with you. Perhaps this will force him to be on his best behavior. I walked out so fast I forgot to get my receipt for the $50 in cash (sketchy) co-pay. (They only accept Cash and Checks.) read more

Dr Bourara is the best doctor I know and the kindest man I know. He delivered both my sons and I'm grateful for him

I have nothing to say but THANK YOU for being the best OBGYN I have ever found here in NYC/Astoria! I have been to OBGYN in Manhattan, which turned out to be a rip off just because the clinic is situated in the heart of NYC. Then I've seen other OBGYN in astoria that all they did is being rude and unfriendly that I never went back. Dr.Bourara is HONEST with his opinion be it for your pregnancy or your health which could all impact to a woman's pregnancy or main health in the future. His only concern is YOU as he cares for you and your child, that's how concerned and caring doctor he is. He helped me thru my difficult times during my pregnancy, my first child was preterm but he pushed me and my 2nd child to make it full term no matter what. I am a fibromyalgia patient as well, so after I gave birth to my 2nd child I couldn't get up and move for few days due to pain whether it's my fibromyalgia attacking me or due to my delivery, it didn't matter, he helped me thru it. He walked with me in the hospital till I can do it on my own. I have never seen such caring doctor as he is. Even after my pregnancy he took care of my well being with honesty. Do not be discourage of his tone, he's not a New Yorker and everyone has different accent, we all don't speak New Yorkers slang, the accent and the New Yorker slang you're looking for from a doctor is not important what's important is you found a doctor who is HONEST, CARING, LOYAL & CONCERNED to your well being and to the child in your womb. I couldn't thank his staff enough for being so kind and accommodating. Any questions I've had they helped me be it insurance or emergency concern they will find time for their client. I highly recommend Dr.Bourara and his team to any woman while their pregnant or even just for yearly routine check up. Thank you Dr.B and Staff for taking care of me and my child. May you help and heal more patients in the coming years! Korgem read more

TRIGGER WARNING: SA, graphic description If you are a SA survivor, or have been through any sort of medical trauma related to gynecology, DO NOT GO HERE. What happened during my first appointment here (I can't believe I ever went back) was frankly sexual assault, and is probably the most traumatic doctor's appointment I've ever been to in my life. I'll try to be brief. As a teen I learned I was physically unable to have penetrative sex, wear a tampon, or even have a doctor perform a full exam on me without requiring a surgery. My vaginal structure simply didn't allow for it. I put off the surgery for years out of fear, but finally had the surgery done, by a different doctor in an entirely different state. 2 months later, when I was supposed to be healed, I was still having difficulty inserting tampons, so I wanted to get checked out by a doctor to see if it looked like I had properly healed. I searched online and saw that Dr. Bourara was in my neighborhood, so I paid him a visit. I explained my history before the exam. I also let him know that every attempt at an "exam" I had ever had in my life was the most excruciating pain I had ever been in, so I was very nervous. He performed the *actual, proper exam, and I was in agony, as I knew I would be. He said it looked like everything had healed, so he didn't know why I was in pain. I was sobbing, and begging him to stop. He then removed the speculum and said to me, "I'm going to show you something. I'm going to use two fingers." I told him not to. He then inserted two fingers into me, stood up, walked around to the side of the exam table, stopped about even with my rib cage, braced himself by putting his hand on the table above my shoulder, and LEANED OVER ME. I was SOBBING, shaking, and now YELLING at him to stop. He said, verbatim, "No. I'm trying to prove a point." He then pushed his fingers in deeper with the leverage he had gained from standing up. This time I SCREAMED. He then said "Look at how much you can take." I had been SA a year and a half prior. This so-called "exam" was indescribably terrifying for me. Let's ignore the fact that a young woman was in absolute excruciating pain that he and he alone was causing. I don't care that I looked physically "healed". I don't care that he's a medical professional. He physically towered over a naked woman, who was unable to move, with his fingers inside her vagina, and told her "I'm trying to prove a point" while she begged for him to stop. I shouldn't need to elaborate here. After whatever that was, I sat there while he returned to his notebook and wrote some things on my chart. He asked how many sexual partners I had had. I said zero. He said "No, that can't be true." I said it was. "Really?" I reminded him that I had been PHYSICALLY UNABLE to have sex until two months prior, hence the surgery that led me to him. He said, "There's no reason you should be a virgin. You need to go out and have sex." Again, verbatim, " You just need to rip the bandaid off. Download some apps, find a guy, and get it done with." This, from a doctor. And yet it wasn't the most concerning thing he said or did that day. I should have written this review 4 years ago when this happened. Maybe I should have reported him to someone, I don't know who. I feel really, legitimately bad that I didn't, because I don't know if I could have prevented some other person from dealing with this, but I was mortified and embarrassed. I also should never have gone back, but I did, about three more times for regular checkups and prescriptions. The last straw for me was visiting during Covid (like PEAK Covid in May of 2020), arriving at the office, opening the door, and seeing the waiting room completely crammed with people shoulder-to-shoulder and zero physical distancing. I never even stepped a foot inside. TL,DR: This man does not care about your medical trauma. He does not care about your physical pain level. And he has no consideration that maybe some of his patients have endured SA and how his actions might be triggering. This exam was so horrible and so traumatic, I still think about it 4 years later. read more

Dr Bourara has been a blessing in disguise to me helping with my condition. I went to several doctors before and no one could find the root cause. I am forever indebted to him. The bonus is that the office is so clean and staff is very friendly. Highly recommend him to any woman looking fir a trustworthy OB. read more

This was honestly a super unideal gyno experience ever. These guys serve up the bare minimum of client care, in and out of the doctor's office. I came here for about 2.5 years until I was about 25, because this was one of the only places that would take my insurance. Dr. Bourora had a less than desireable bedside manor. Wouldn't say what he was doing, no warning, no heads up. He also never had a female associate accompany him, which I thought was a practice for these kinds of doctors. Don't know if that's changed. He only filled my birth control for an amount of 6 months, and then I'd have to go back and get another pap. Huge hassle. Bad appointment times. Asked weird questions and would refuse to give me an IUD. I felt pretty judged when I asked about birth control options. Although, he did thoroughly explain how HPV works to me, which I appreciated. The ladies at the front desk were nice, but I would be waiting for up to 1.5 hours to be seen. They were AWFUL with their billing department. Would receive the same bills over and over again that were paid. They did not work well with my insurance company. Terrible communicators and was a nightmare to work with. One time, they forgot to charge me my copay and they billed me for their mistake, after they called me and told me not to worry about it. Also, they only took cash for copays, sketch much? They were so messy with their paperwork, I worry that they were messy with the care and handling of my test results, which the probably were. Wouldn't recommend to anyone, unless you enjoy a rude doctor and a headache of paperwork. Don't go here unless you're absolutely desperate. read more

Dr. Bourara deserves more than five stars. I chose Dr. Bourara based on convenience, since I live in Astoria, without relaying on patients reviews. However, I couldn't be happier to meet him and have him examine me. Dr. Bourara is very professional and friendly at the same time, honest, caring and an extraordinary OB-GYN. I cannot thank him enough for saving my life. I came to his office due to severe lower abdominal pain. He did ultrasound, and based on his face expression I could tell it is not good. Dr. Bourara was very serious and strongly suggested (ordered) me to go to ER to hospital to obtain CAT scan ASAP. I followed his advice and soon I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer stage A1. Luckily, I had successful surgery and quick recovery. I highly recommend Dr. Bourara and truly appreciate his efforts and dedication to us patients. All best, S.H. read more

I just had my gyno appointment with Dr. Bourara. I had a bit of an emergency and he graciously squeezed me in. The office and the receptionists were all very lovely. I was a bit hesitant at first because Im used to going to a female gyno but after reading the wonderful reviews, I figured I'd give it a shot. And I'm so thrilled I did!! Dr. Bourara is the best! He's very compassionate, attentive, gentle and genuinely cares about his patients. I had a lot of questions and he answered them all to my full understanding. He was a great listener and offered a most comforting visit. I will be going to him from now on! read more

Dr. Bourara delivered my baby this August, my first pregnancy. He's the first male OB GYN I've ever seen and it made me hesitant at first when I booked my appointment. At the time I was on Obamacare and figured I would change my doctor once I found out if I was pregnant or not and didn't have the intention of staying with him as his practice is in Queens and I live in Brooklyn. I would have to say he is my favorite OB GYN I've ever had and he is so patient, kind and has a sense of ease to him. I felt very comfortable and relaxed in his care and he saw me throughout my whole pregnancy and delivery. Even in the delivery room, he was very patient and tried his best to fulfill my birth plan and held the staff back as long as he could for a natural delivery (although, unfortunately I had to get an emergency c section). He is an incredibly skilled doctor and my c section scar is healing very nicely with no complications. His staff is also incredibly kind. I will be continuing to go see him post pregnancy for regular checkups. Thank you Dr. Bourara and staff!! read more

He is amazing and he truly save lives. I am blessed I found him. He is very attentive and it's not about money

Dr. Bourara is wonderful, he delievered my first child this February. His staff is warm and welcoming. I felt informed and supported my entire pregnancy. I am grateful for Dr. Bourara, because he took the time to explain what to expect and happily answered my questions. Highly recommended! read more

I don't understand the negative reviews here, but based on my experience Dr Bourara is great, and the front desk ladies as well. I have been seeing him for almost 3 years, he delivered my first baby and will be delivering my second, his advice is appreciated and makes me feel comfortable with my concerns & questions. read more

I have had two pregnancies and two healthy guys thanks to doctor bourara. I first met him at another health center not his private practice when he first started there 6 years ago when i was pregnant with my first. He was obviously new at the health center but he was an outstanding doctor! I had met with another doctor previously in the same location who made me uncomftorbale about my pregnant and run with more fear about what to do next. Bourara made me more than calm and helped me know he was there for me as my doctor. He would always return my calls and be there for me when i needed him Yes -- like any doctor they have a work load of patients and at times they have a little stress reading these reviews shock me because some describe a bad experience and i know he is an amazing doc! Cut him some slack. I just had my second boy who will be 6 mos on the 19th and just like my first boy Bourara was amazing, i went back to him knowing how i would feel and how informed i would be with any complications during my second pregnancy versus my first . Hes an amazing doctor. I would recommend him hands down to any friend seeking a gyno . Always appreciate his honesty and professionalism read more

I am actually shocked that I am writing this because I really did like this doctor, he is very kind and takes his time with you, but his office, particularly his main receptionist is by far the most horrible person I have ever dealt with. I am currently in the process of an appeal for a visit that my insurance company didn't approve. I explained this to her and she told me that I cannot come in for the visit because I have a balance which is less than $100. She also told me that the doctor said that he refused to see me as well, which really disappointed me because I didn't take him for that type of person. I will no longer be a patient at this practice. The reason for my visit is personal but severe enough for to scare me into rushing in to the office. Patients should not be refused treatment because of a small balance. I also told her that if the appeal was denied I would pay it, but it makes sense for me financially to wait and see. I am not a rich person I have my own financial hardships that I have to deal with, I shouldn't feel like a dollar sign to my doctor which is what I see is happening. Patients should feel that they are being taken care of. I will also mention that I offered to pay a portion of the balance just to be seen and she still told me no. I've worked for many medical practices, and never have I ever turned away a patient because of a balance especially in a situation where their well being is potentially in jeopardy. This was by far the most disgusting experience I have ever had with a doctors office. That woman should be fired because I could feel the content in her voice when she told me that she wouldn't let me come in. Very evil person in my opinion. This was also not my only poor experience with her, I have a $20 copay for gynecology and she kept trying to charge me my specialist copay even though i gave her EOB's that stated other wise. She was extremely dismissive from the start and gave me anxiety every time I was there. I am also shocked that there are so many reviews say that his staff is nice, maybe I was only there on the days where this one particular person was working. read more

Upon reviews and feedback from patient reviews, my girlfriend decided to visit this Doctor for her first pregnancy. The initial visit was good and we were comfortable how he treated us and what to expect in her first trimester. The second appointment was disappointing and unprofessional to put it politely. His technician took our first sonogram at ~7 weeks. It seems early since most pregnancy don't get an image until after 3months but we were excited to see the little one. The technician did not say much or let my gf see the sonogram. All she said was there is no heart beat. Then we were to schedule an appointment with the doctor. At the follow up appointment (few days later), I did my homework and wrote a list of questions down to see if there is anything to be worried about at this stage and info given to us. The doctor looks over the report by the technician and explains that we should expect a miscarriage. However, I asked if he checked the sonogram... He replied no because his technician writes solid notes and rarely makes a mistake. How can you make a call without even looking at our sonogram... We are mortified. He never withdrew any blood to test her hcg to see if her hormones are normal for a pregnancy or let alone any other assessments. He recommended we get an abortion or wait another two weeks to get another sonogram. Bed side manners were downright disgusting. I was appalled because this all happened in 3mins. He dismissed us without answering my questions and didn't offer much for explanation other than a missing heartbeat. We made appointments with another doctor and I would highly advise you women in your first pregnancy to visit another doctor before thinking about settling with this guy. Maybe he is tired and burnt out but this was the exact opposite of what we were expecting. read more

I know he has lots of experience with prenatal care, but I went for a routine pap smear. I have to say he just made me feel terribly uncomfortable because he asked the race/ethnicity of my last partner, and this has no bearing on my health and well-being. Then he proceeded to tell me of a previous patient who had obtained chlamydia after her boyfriend cheated on her, and this is a no-no. read more

This Doctor save my life! He is very kind and he did so much for me. This doctor will tell you the truth and go the extra mile, he will tell you what is right and what is can be done. Everything he does is professional. Excellent bed side manners. He is always smiling and very compassionate. He will fix what others doctors fail to. Awesome!! read more

I went to my first appointment with doctor and he was so harsh on how he spoke to me I literally walked out & started crying. I decided to give him another shot and made my 10week prenatal appointment with him & he literally called me just 3 days prior to my appointment to tell me he will not see me because I'm considered a high risk pregnancy. The day I saw him he was very harsh in how he spoke about my pregnancy but reassured me that he would see me through the pregnancy. I'm extremely disappointed that he would decide just 3 days prior to my appointment that he would decide to call me & say he wouldn't see me. read more

Really the worst experience I've had! I know bad reviews can get hidden but hopefully this one doesn't! From the moment I walked in I felt neglected. I have worked front desk for over 20 years and know to acknowledge patients from the moment they walked in. I don't know if it was regarding race but the other lady who was not Hispanic was very well treated. When I finally walked in to see the doctor and told him I was having pain he asked me why I had not gone to my previous doctor which I feel was an unnecessary question especially if you are taking new patients, I however explained to him why and then he asked me again. Once I told him I was feeling pain in my lower abdomen he told me he could not do anything for me and even asked me if I had called the previous day and I should have told him over the phone so he could tell me that he couldn't see me. I did tell him over the phone and he still told me to come in. If he couldn't see me or do anything for me then why did he continue to ask me questions and even ask which insurance I have. He was very very judgmental! He also asked "so you're Hispanic right" which I believe was very unnecessary and proceeded to ask from which country? He told me I should go to the emergency room because he wouldn't be able to do anything mind you he never even tried to exam me to know if he could or couldn't do anything. As I was leaving I decided to ask for my copay back because he couldn't do any kind of exam and I was told no because he still needed to bill the insurance! I really don't know what he's billing for if all he did was ask what was wrong and sent me to an emergency room. Worst experience ever from and Obgyn! read more

I've never went to the GYN before or even received a pap smear, but I found them and saw they took my insurance. I'm glad I went (which was in June of 2014). Dr. Bourara walked me through the pap smear and explained everything he was doing. Do I want to do it again? Hell no, because it felt weird having him scrape my cervix. I was cramping the whole day as if I was getting my period. But, I can't complain because he tried to make me as comfortable as possible. Also I'm a college student that goes to school in Central New York, so I constantly call so I can let them know that I need my birth control moved either to Astoria or back to school when I go home for school breaks. I wish I knew the receptionists name because she's always sweet and does it without a problem. I just called them recently saying that I don't have insurance anymore, if they could prescribe me a generic brand that would be cheaper and if they could just give me 6 packs that I could buy all at once. I call the Walmart that is near me 10 minutes later to see if it was called in, and YUP it was. She is so great, thank you! I would recommend this GYN for a first timer. Maybe I'll go here if I was ever to conceive. read more

I am very happy to have found Dr. Bourara when I was pregnant with my first baby. He is excellent !! He actually cares about his patients, explains everything thoroughly, calls other colleagues for appointments, and with his expertise he can calm you down in case you freak out from all the scary stories you hear about pregnancy and of course, you believe it because it's your first child!! I have so many great things to say about him. Totally recommend read more

2.5 stars for me. Based on other reviews, it seems like Dr Bourara and his office are usually great, but my personal experience was less so. The actual visit was fine, but I'm very disappointed in the follow up. It seems strongly rooted in a lack of communication. My major issue was this: I was not reminded that my presciption for birth control was expiring (which I'm not really angry about--I'm a big girl, I can take care of remembering when I need to refill my prescriptions). I called for a refill at my pharmacy on a Tuesday, and they told me that I needed a new prescription and that they would contact my doctor and have an answer for me on Friday. Friday rolls around and I've heard nothing back from my pharmacy so I go to check in. By this point I have one day until I'm supposed to start my new refill. They say that despite calling the doctor's office, they have yet to hear back. Since it's the weekend, I give up trying to call until Monday, because if no one had heard back during the week I doubt it would have happened on the weekend. On Monday I call the office and get the machine--not surprising, given the office is closed then, and again, not something I'm complaining about--I don't expect to reach someone when it's not office hours. I left an admittedly somewhat frantic message asking the office to call me and the pharmacy back so I can sort this out. Tuesday comes and I still haven't heard anything. I call the office again and this time I get an answer. They say that they have let my pharmacy know--but again never mentioned this to me. Additionally, I am told that I only get a one month refill because I'm due for a check up--something that was NEVER communicated to me, and that I would never have known about had I not called the office. By the time I actually was able to get my prescription it's Wednesday, over a week since the initial call, and too late for me to take this cycle. Honestly, I've been really sick for the past week or so from the hormone imbalance. By the time Dr. Bourara actually contacted me himself, I was already feeling pretty discarded, and the call didn't really help. I just didn't feel cared about. Now I understand that this happened while Dr. Bourara was away and I'm certainly not going to begrudge the man his vacation, but there should have been some system in place to at inform me that he was gone and not taking calls, rather than me and my pharmacy waiting in radio silence. And again, it seems like other people had a much better experience with him, so maybe mine was just weirdly unfortunate, but personally, it was not my best experience, read more

This was the first negative OBGYN experience I've had. The staff was nice, however Dr. Bourara was extremely inappropriate and unprofessional. He repeatedly asked if my fibroadenoma (small benign breast lump) bothers my boyfriend, and implied that I should have it removed to please my boyfriend. He kept on asking about my personal life when I told him I wanted to have a full STI panel done. It was extremely uncomfortable especially from someone who was about to touch my vagina and do a pap smear. Only upside was that they're open on Saturday, which was the only reason I went there, and I absolutely regret my decision. read more

Glad i found doctor Bourara, i visited many OBGYN in Manhattan and queens and Brooklyn and never experienced the care and the detailed oriented treatment of Mr Bourara. From the side of been a doctor to me this is one of the best human and artist i ever meet, every visit i had from day one till i delivered my baby girl Sirine was just great.. He takes his time to explain in details about my pregnancy week by week month by month..till I delivered my daughter on August last year ...first i was amazed given my age and my health situation to give a normal no surgery birth...thanks to Bourara...to me that alone was a miracle preformed by the hands of Mr Bourara.. New lets talk about the beautiful facility he have..just a state of the Art ..the light lavender colors and beautiful plaxi clear chair and the perfect temperature ..especially when you have to be examined i never experience it anywhere.even in the big clinics... He always answer his calls and his stuff are always helpful and friendly. I came on one occasion with my 5year, she didn't want to leave the facility she was so well treated that even a 5 years asked to visit them again.:) I recommended doctor Bourara and think its rare to find a doctor this days that treated you as human regardless of who you are or where you come from. I am grateful as a women and a mother to have a doctor as professional and caring as Mr Bourara. How refreshing to be at ease when you know your doctor seeks your best interest and the baby. Hanan Zdeg. read more

Dr. Bourara was a blessing for my family. I experienced a very high risk pregnancy in 2015. Dr. Bourara provided exceptional care not only medically but was very supportive emotionally. He always returned all my calls promptly and was very professional during all my visits. Even during several emergency hospitalizations, Dr. Bourara was by my bed side making sure the hospital staff followed all his orders promptly. He is a doctor with such a caring heart, I would not have made it thru this difficult pregnancy without him. Thanks to his care I delivered a beautiful healthy Boy. I will for ever be grateful to Dr. Bourara and all his great staff. read more

So happy with my OBGYN!! This is my first pregnancy and I am so glad I decided to have Dr. Bourara as my doctor. The NEW office in Astoria is absolutely beautiful & inviting which is refreshing considering most doctor's offices can be a little cold. The staff is wonderful and very helpful and the doctor takes his time with all his patients. He makes sure to answer any and all questions you may have (which is fantastic especially if your having your first baby!). I would definitely recommend this doctor to all expectant mommies looking for a patient & knowledgeable OBGYN. read more

Dr. Bourara and his staff are very kind and caring. I am a new patient but they could remember me by my name and also they stayed behind really late just to get the patients seen on time. I think Dr. Bourara deserves a five star rating and I am lucky to have him as my GYN doctor. read more

I'm so glad I found this location and most importantly this doctor. I was on edge about a GYN and I must say I'm glad I decided give him a shot. From the minute I walked in I was greeted kindly by the ladies at the front. My appointment was at 3:30pm I wasn't seen till about 4:20 but I must say it was worth the wait. The place is super clean and very relaxing unlike many other places. Once I finally met the doctor I was at ease, being I read many condescending reviews about him. The doctor was really concerned about my situation and made sure he answered all my questions without rushing me. Not only that but I didn't leave until he felt he did everything that had to be done. I would definitely recommend this location. read more

Dr. Bourara is the best obgyn I have seen. He delivered my son in December & it was a seamless delivery. Dr Bourara is very calm and helpful in answering any questions & setting your expectations. He was always available if needed & even answers his office phone line himself! Wonderful doctor & if I have another baby will use him again! read more

Do not go to this doctor or the facility this doctor works at. I am completely baffled by the fact that he received so many Patients Choice Awards, but based solely on the limited online research I had done on him prior I chose him as my OB for my pregnancy. Showed up, and the office was dirty. Staff was very professional and nice, but when I saw the waiting room, (coffee table had not been wiped, floor filthy, the place in bad need of painting, etc. I got nervous. Then got ushered in and they took my blood pressure and first piece of equipment they used didn't work so nurse had to use an older piece of equipment that was , again, dirty. then I was taken to the room where the doctor was going to examine me and it was worse than the waiting room. I just got a very bad feeling and walked out. My feeling is that if you are an excellent doctor cleanliness and order in the work place MATTER. For me that is first and foremost particularly when treating pregnant patients! read more

I had been experiencing severe pain in my lower abdomen for a while when I decided to visit Dr. Bourara, based on all the wonderful reviews I had read about him. I had never visited a GYNO before, however I was not hesitant in the least....but maybe I should have been. The first thing that threw me off was that they charged me a hefty copay when my insurance clearly states that I have one visit per year covered. When trying to explain this to the girl at the desk, she brushed me off. The nurse that takes blood and vitals was very kind and warm. Then I go in to the exam room where I met Dr. Bourara. He was polite in the beginning, and then my feelings towards him began to go sour. I explained to him all the symptoms I was experiencing and he then conducted a pelvic exam and pap (without a female nurse in the room), which he began by looking up at me from between my spread legs and asking "Are you sure you're a virgin?!?!". I was blown away by how unprofessional he was being. He then simply brushed my concerns off. I then requested that he write me a referral to get an ultrasound, because I had a gut feeling that something was wrong with my health. He was so focused on writing me a prescription for birth control pills for my acne and not on the pain that I was in, I should have walked out right then. After getting an ultrasound, I returned to Dr. Bourara for a followup. He pulls out my results and begins to look them over. As he's reading he says under his breath that I have a ovarian cyst and that everything looks fine. I took his word for it and walked to the front desk and asked for a copy of my results. She hands me the originals which was weird. When I get home I read over my results and come across all these medical terms that I had to look up online. It turns out that my cyst was very large and that I have a retroflexed retroverted uterus. Why he failed to mention any of that to me is beyond me. I am now looking for another GYNO to go to. No thanks to a doctor who dismisses my concerns, is unprofessional and who can't take the time to explain my results to me. read more

Dr. Bourara was my doctor for my first pregnancy, and if I get pregnant again, there will be no question I will choose him again. I had an easy pregnancy until I reached about 6 months and was at risk of preterm labor. Dr. Bourara was very attentive with my symptoms and took early precautions to prevent me from delivery my baby prematurely with complications. He answers every questions and concerns fully and took his time, I never felt rushed. He made me feel very comfortable and at ease, and he delivered my healthy baby boy full term. Highly recommend Dr. Bourara to expectant moms. read more

i went to dr mustapha because of the good reviews on zocdoc and because he is within walking distance of my apartment. he was terrific! he listened to everything i said, wasn't annoyed or in a rush, and then did a sonogram after hearing my concerns. he diagnosed me with pcos and prescribed me a new birth control which he wants to monitor. he is very kind and i felt comfortable during my exam - no pain or awkwardness. after i left i called his office to confirm something and he called me back himself to answer my question and didnt seem annoyed or in a rush or dismissive, which i appreciated after my last gyno experience. I highly recommend him! the ladies who make the appointments are very nice too! take note: currently copays are CASH ONLY. i never carry cash so i had to walk to the atm on steinway which was annoying but not enough to keep me from coming back! Thank you, Dr. Mustapha, for a great visit! read more

I absolutely love Dr. Bourara. I just gave birth to my little girl 6.5 weeks ago. Throughout the whole pregnancy he was so professional and on top of everything. When he found out my baby was running small and falling into a low percentile, he even made arrangements to see me while he was on vacation from my clinic and saw me at his private practice. He is all about natural labor and did everything so that my daughters birth would be natural. I had the greatest pregnancy and labor thanks to doctor Bourara. I highly recommend him!! I am such a worry wart and he was able to keep me cool, calm, and collected throughout everything. Thank you Dr. Bourara! read more

Fantastic appointment. He listens! And brings positive energy. The wait time was long but he did manage to fit me in same-day on a Saturday, so hardly grounds to complain. I left in a better mood than I got there in. Five stars. read more

Amazing Doctor! Dr. Bourara is a great Gynecologist. I am in the process of finding a participating insurance just to have him again. He is so kind and caring. He makes you feel comfortable especially since this is the first male OBGYN I have had. Great experience. He is worth it. Anything you need he makes sure you get it. read more