I'm so grateful for Dr. Varon and the team she leads at UCSD. I had fibroids and wanted to get them…read moreremoved ASAP. I was originally at Scripps for my initial diagnosis but I wanted the best surgeon for my case so I turned to Dr. Varon. During my consultation, she had looked through my MRI and identified fibroids that the radiologist and obgyn had missed at Scripps. I highly trust Dr. Varon's expertise and thoroughness with her work. Dr. Varon listened to my concerns and gave me the best path forward. She is a very skilled minimally invasive surgeon and successfully removed multiple large fibroids for me. I feel more like my old self again! Thank you Dr. Varon for the care you provided me.

I was referred to UCSD as a complex case and Dr Varon was the 4th fibroid specialist I had been to…read morein 12 months. It took 6 months to get the appointment and another 3 to have the surgery but I'm beyond happy with Dr Varon. She is a very pleasant person and a very competent doctor, in and out of surgery. I highly recommend her. She is very prompt with her communication and follow-up, and was always in a good mood with a nice reassuring smile every time I saw her. Most importantly for me, she listened to what was important to me and shaped the treatment plan accordingly. It's odd for me to provide a medical review but I do so in the hope Dr Varon can help you. She's truly fantastic. Post surgery follow up was also stellar and resulted in good referrals for me too. Thank you Dr Varon.

What is there to say about Dr Cobb that hasn't already been said. Thanks to him, I felt dignified…read moreduring my entire pregnancy and delivery. He has a way of listening and speaking that makes me feel like I matter, and my desires are worth listening to. He is an incredibly talented Dr and I am so grateful that I was able to have my second delivered by him. I don't know how this is possible but he doesn't seem to have been jaded by the medical field nor is he a slave to the system - he is one of a kind and an excellent advocate for women. I come from a family of Doctors so I say this with respect -- but most have an ego about them and I have felt patronized and dismissed by some. Dr Cobb is not that way at all. He is both confident and humble in his care. He made me feel safe and cared for. He has a way about him that is integrous and highly capable. If you are a mom carrying a piece of you into the world you probably feel both the heavy responsibility and fear of getting it right. Personally giving birth has been one of the most important moments of my life. Having the best Doctor by your side makes all the difference

Where should I start... After my early miscarriage last…read moreyear, I was devastated. I was trying to find an OB who was willing to offer extra care and tests before trying to conceive again. Other OBs did not think it was necessary since I was young and it was "only" my first miscarriage. I was too scared to try again until someone recommended Dr. Cobb. Dr. Cobb respects and truly understands my concerns, and he was willing to take extra steps to ensure my pregnancy was closely monitored. He made me feel that I had a certain level of control over my pregnancy, rather than simply being instructed. During delivery, my baby's heart rate was unstable for five hours, and I was unable to make further progress after reaching eight centimeters dilation. I asked whether it was time for an emergency C section. Dr. Cobb eased my mind and placed additional monitors to carefully track my baby's heart rate. My baby boy was ultimately delivered safely through a vaginal birth. I feel incredibly blessed to have had him as my OB throughout this pregnancy. Every visit made me feel respected, well cared for, and reassured. I would recommend him to everyone in San Diego!

I was looking for a new doctor and checked reviews on yelp and vitals. She has great reviews and my…read moreexperience was great! I've been to see her 3 times. She listens, doesn't seem distracted or rushed, and has a friendly & professional bedside manner. I've had convenient blood work done twice and the office for that is right down the hall. Pam, her assistant, is equally pleasant and extremely competent. I've been contacted by phone and email with test results. All my appointments have been on time with the exception of this last one. The office is clean and tastefully decorated which one would expect in La Jolla. I really like Dr. Buchi and would highly recommend her to my friends and family. BTW I think its extremely uncool to give such a low rating to a business because you don't like the person that answers the phone. IMO Dr. Buchi is a 5-star service provider. I usually leave a message for Pam when making appointments with Dr. Buchi. She is polite and gets back to me promptly.

Inspires confidence, very knowledgeable and caring. Best OBGYN I have seen in a long time. Highly…read morerecommend.

Dr. Raizada is one of the BEST, if not THEE BEST, doctor I've ever had. Her bedside manner is…read moregreat, she is very knowledgeable, and explains everything thoroughly. I am very impressed by her. Her team is also very good. You'll be in great hands.

I've seen Dr. Raizada for severe pelvic pain, as I've done over the past seven years with other…read morephysicians within the Scripps Clinic HMO group who've diagnosed fibromyalgia, interstitial cystitis, and sciatica. The vaginal ultrasound came back with nothing significant, so she recommended pelvic floor therapy. I knew better and requested a second opinion and had another ultrasound done within three weeks of the first one. Second ultrasound comes back with advanced stage IV endometriosis, possible adenomyosis, possible bowel and thoracic infiltration. I haven't been able to eat solids for over two years regularly and have gone to Scripps Memorial twice about this. I upload the second ultrasound report to Dr. Raizada which states I need a uterine biopsy, total hysterectomy, bowel and thoracic surgeon consults, and bowel surgeon in the room during hysterectomy. She proceeds to tell me I need pelvic floor therapy and doesn't recommend anything further. The doctor I was referred to "supposedly" was in network as confirmed by my insurance, and I've paid out of pocket for all testing and consultation and follow up. I'm being quoted over $35K for surgery just for the endometriosis alone, not including bowel or thoracic surgeon. After 7 years of dealing with being completely dismissed and misdiagnosed, this is what she suggests for me: pelvic floor therapy. The MD who read the images on the in-network ultrasound needs to go back to medical school.

I met with Dr cap for all my obgyn needs for my first child. He has nice bed side manner and…read moreeducated me a lot on all my questions. I didn't feel like he was ever rushing out appointments which was nice. I also liked that he wasn't too over the top with lots and lots of ultra sounds if it wasn't necessary. Midwife Chris ended up delivering my baby. It was an amazing experience, she really was incredible, and I hope I can have her deliver my next baby as well. I feel like I didn't thank her enough for being as good as she was. My whole birth experience was really awesome, especially as a first time mom Will be using them again in the future

Dr. Capetenakis misdiagnosed my Stage IV Deep Infiltrating Endometriosis. I was referred to Dr…read more Capetenakis by a functional medicine doctor, and was hoping that by establishing care with a "boutique medical practice", I would get the care that I so desperately needed. Long story short, I ended up having an excision surgery for Stage IV Endometriosis, and it was so bad that I also ended up needing a bowel resection. For being told multiple times during my visits that my pain was due to ovulation, my fibroids weren't an issue (he had women with 12cm fibroids get pregnant), and that the developing cysts on my ovaries were nothing to be concerned about, it was a genuine shock that my situation was so dire. My doctor that did the excision surgery shared that I had a life expectancy of 5-6 years if I had not been treated. With regard to the office experience, it is a shock that his office does not send out appointment reminders. According to his staff, they are too small. Given that my dog groomer, acupuncturist, and my therapist all manage their own schedules and send automated appointment reminders without issue, that is definitely an area of improvement. Especially when I was charged a $50 no show fee for an appointment that I never scheduled. All in all - they tried. However, when a patient is far too complex they should be referred out to another provider, not told that everything is fine and to move on. If it were his family, I doubt he would have taken the same approach as he did with me.

My experience meeting with Dr. Mansour can best be described as demeaning and insensitive…read more She was very unprofessional in her comments and demeanor. When coming in for help with pain,discomfort and other issues after an ER visit that they wanted me to find an OB immediately for help and follow up. I was repeat talked over,rushed, and dismissed when trying to explain my health history and the situation after waiting almost an hour past scheduled time. after filling out the intake form that i wrote i am on birth control she just stated she wanted me on it and that's all she can do. which i told her i already was, she should've known from forms she has you fill out. I was then told my situation was nothing and "i don't know what to do with you. get pregnant and your symptoms will lower. come back if you need a pap smear". Her demeanor and communication left me in utter shock and disappointment in the lack of care or compassion.

This was my second pregnancy with Dr.Mansour in the last 2 years. Her and her team were just as…read moregreat this time around as they were the first time. I will always choose Dr. Mansour for all of my OB needs. She's brought on another doctor Dr.Jen who is so kind and sweet but just as quick and direct and Dr. Mansour. I appreciate that. All of the students I encountered were very polite and I can't forget my front desk girlies!!! Unfortunately I don't know anyone's name except Maria Lol but all of them are great and helpful. Dr. Mansour and her team have been great to me and my family and I really appreciate them all.

We all know how difficult it can be to find a good OBGYN, let alone a great one, but rest assured…read morethat if you are one of Dr. Engorn's patients, you will be in amazing hands. I moved to San Diego from Las Vegas in late 2022 where I had a great gynecologist for years who had just retired. I was worried I wouldn`t be able to find anyone else, but I came across Dr. Engorn's name on a list of doctors who were open to performing sterilization procedures, so I made an appointment with her. From the first visit, I knew I had found my San Diego doctor. Dr. Engorn is very kind, caring, smart, empathetic, and listens to her patients. She is efficient but thorough and not rushed. So far I`ve had two surgeries with her(tube removal and a removal of a endometrial polyp), a couple of year exams, and a couple of pre/post ops and results phone calls and she has remained just as lovely and caring during each interaction with her. If you need an OBGYN in San Diego, Dr. Engorn is who you want to see.

I recently moved to California and I needed to find ALL new doctors!!! I luckily stumbled upon Dr…read more Engorn. She is absolutely fantastic. She is warm, brilliant, kind and gentle. She even rubbed my feet prior to my procedure to help ground me. I thoroughly trust her and I highly recommend her.

Disheartening Experience with Dr. Li Fan…read more I don't usually leave reviews for non food experiences, but I felt it was important to share my experience with Dr. Li Fan so that other expectant mothers know what to expect. Throughout my pregnancy, I often felt more judged than supported. Dr. Fan was very strict about weight gain and repeatedly emphasized that gaining more than 25 pounds was "excessive." Every pregnancy is different, and instead of encouragement or tailored advice, I often felt criticized for not fitting her idea of a "textbook" pregnancy. I was also required to complete multiple non-stress tests (NSTs) at a location that did not accept my insurance. When I brought this up, I was told I had no choice but to get the tests done there. It felt unfair and added more unnecessary stress during an already emotional time. My postpartum experience was equally disappointing. At my 6-week checkup, I mentioned that I had been celibate since giving birth and plan to continue without birth control, and Dr. Fan responded, "Men don't like to wait. They have needs." I was at a loss for words, the comment felt dismissive and inappropriate, especially during such a sensitive and vulnerable time. After my delivery (March 2025) , I also waited much longer than expected to be discharged. Dr. Fan didn't come by my hospital room until around 5-6 p.m. the day i was supposed to be discharged, which unnecessarily delayed my discharge and added stress during a time when I just wanted to be home with my baby. While I'm sure Dr. Fan has patients who appreciate her straightforward approach, my experience left me feeling unheard and unsupported. Compassion, understanding, and sensitivity are essential in women's healthcare. Unfortunately, those qualities were missing in my experience with Dr. Li Fan.

This is kind of lengthy and not necessarily negative however, i want to share my experience in…read morehopes it may help someone else who finds themselves in a similar situation. Back in 2022, after struggling with very heavy periods for years, Dr. Fan was able to diagnose me with multiple uterine fibroids. I had surgery shortly after, and the care I received during that process was excellent. Fast forward to 2025--I found out I was unexpectedly pregnant. I was very early, about four weeks along, and had to wait for my first ultrasound. A couple of weeks later, I began bleeding heavily and feared I was miscarrying. I called the office, had blood work done, and was told my HCG levels were high. When I repeated the test two days later, the office relayed through a front desk coordinator that my levels had "dropped" and I was miscarrying. This was incredibly difficult news to hear, and I later saw in my chart that my levels had not dropped significantly. I also feel strongly that sensitive information like this should always come directly from a licensed medical professional, not front office staff. When I returned for an ultrasound to make sure the miscarriage was progressing as expected, I was shocked and overwhelmed to learn that I was still pregnant--about 9 1/2 weeks along. The ultrasound also showed a large subchorionic bleed, though I was reassured that these often resolve on their own. I was prescribed progesterone and began taking it immediately, which initially helped, but when the bleeding worsened again and I asked to be seen urgently, I was told I would need to wait a couple of days for the next available appointment. Unfortunately, I miscarried that night at 10 weeks. I still carry many "what ifs" about whether pushing harder for immediate appointments or additional intervention could have made a difference. This is not meant as a purely negative review, but as encouragement to others: if you are pregnant and experiencing heavy bleeding, advocate strongly for yourself. Request to speak directly with your doctor, insist on being seen, and make sure your concerns are heard. While I remain grateful for the care I received in the past and for Dr. Fan's role in diagnosing and treating my fibroids, I've unfortunately lost a lot of trust during this experience. I am hopeful that by sharing my story, the office may be able to use it as a learning opportunity to improve communication and patient care and possibly help save someone else from experiencing a miscarriage in the future.

Dr. Hoppe is FANTASTIC. She listens, she follows up, she takes her time and she CARES about Women's…read morehealth. I am so filled with gratitude to have her as my doctor. HIGHLY recommend. 5+ Stars.

I live out of state and couldn't make it in time for my annual appointment until a couple of months…read morelater. I called to see if I could schedule an appointment for when I would be in town and to have my prescription refilled until our scheduled appointment (which would have been early October). The office let me know that I would need a "phone consult" that would cost me between $200-250 JUST to continue my prescription until I was able to come in for my actual appointment that would cost me another couple hundred. Great doctor but stuff like this is a little absurd in my opinion especially since I've been coming for a couple of years and am not a new patient.

Dr. Kohatsu has delivered both of my children, and both were great experiences. I transferred to…read moreher during my first pregnancy after another doctor wasn't giving me time in my appointments or having her office return my calls when I was having complications. Dr. Kohatsu was a breath of fresh air. She was always friendly during prenatal appointments and gave me her full attention. She never cut appointments short. She proved herself a good listener by remembering personal details about me and my family at each appointment. I suffered a miscarriage, and she was very empathetic in her communication with me. She gave me her personal recommendations for moving forward based on experiences in her own pregnancies. During the births of my children, she was calm and in control, making me feel more comfortable. For the birth of my second child, there were complications during labor, and she stayed at the hospital for hours late at night before I was ready to deliver to make sure that I was okay. I really can't thank her enough for her professional yet caring service to me during the biggest moments in my life. Also see reviews for Poway Women's Care and Pomerado Hospital.

I would NOT trust this physician to perform additional surgery on me after my experience and my…read morefriend's experience with her. After my C-section, I presented with severe abdominal and vaginal pain. She was rude and nasty and stated surgery didn't cause any of my symptoms. I had severe undiagnosed endometriosis at the time and didn't even know it. She recommended I have my cervix out without any explanation as to why she was recommending that type of surgery. What physician tells you to move forward with removing an organ without an explanation? The doctor who assisted her during surgery is nowhere to be found. Her office has stated the doctor decided not to practice anymore. Now I have to have endometrial tissue removed from my C-section scar among a whole host of other issues due to this physician completely dismissing my symptoms. My girlfriend had a C-section with this same doctor and has permanent damage between her vaginal area and rectum.