I chose Malcolm DeSouza after having a bad experience at a "factory like" OB GYN in DC. I wanted a…read moreprovider that would see me on time for appointments and also consistently throughout my pregnancy, labor and delivery. I have nothing but positive things to say about Dr. DeSouza and his staff. They were all friendly and knowledgeable and his office is located in an area of DC with street parking, which is always a bonus. Dr. DeSouza helped deliver my baby girl at Sibley Hospital in December and I'm grateful to him and the nurses at Sibley (who were wonderful) that it went smoothly.

Dr. Desouza, is very professional, attentive and really patient. I'm so grateful for the experience…read moreI had and appreciate a lot his patience with me. I never imagined myself seeing a Gyno again due to prior horrible experience and indescribable PAIN , but now I see there's hope for me too. I thought it's just my problem but I see my experience also would be determined by the Dr's way of handling things and treatment. I am glad I found him even for future visits.

Dr. Sarafian was my OB through a miscarriage and the delivery of my daughter. I could not recommend…read moreher more highly. She's very relatable and easy to talk to. She always made time to answer my questions or just listen to me cry (often.) The first time I got pregnant and learned the fetus didn't have a heartbeat, Dr. Sarafian said exactly what I needed to hear, which was the right mix of empathy and professionalism. It was difficult, but she was so kind and level-headed about the whole thing, I really trusted her. In my next pregnancy, when I found out my daughter was breech, she walked me through all the options in a very matter-of-fact way. She had no agenda or bias. She always gave me the facts and let me decide what I wanted to do. The baby never turned so I ended up having a c-section. The whole procedure was an hour end-to-end and recovery was extremely fast. I didn't even end up using the pain meds. Many of my friends had horrible delivery experiences with difficult and painful recoveries but I was up and moving in three days. No issues going up and down stairs, driving, etc. Dr. Sarafian is a great doctor and I recommend her without reservation.

I see Dr. Sarafian at the Foxhall location. She is a great OB if you are looking for a traditional…read morephysician. She has a great bedside personality and is a very matter of fact doctor. She always makes time during appointments for any questions you might have. My husband and I felt like we could really trust her judgment when it came to my first pregnancy and delivery.

I give 5 stars to Dr. Abraham at this practice. I have been dealing with a health issue which has…read morebeen remarkably challenging to treat and has been emotionally taxing. Dr. Abraham saw me last minute on a Friday afternoon which I do not take for granted. She did not rush this appointment, she took notes throughout the entire visit (detailed with dates) and made me feel like she cared about my well being. She was friendly, very knowledgeable, and professional. I left feeling cared for and in good hands. I did not expect anything more than that after 5 PM on a Friday. She proceeded to ensure that I checked out of the office okay, and even called me after I had left to go over our plan. Even better, she consulted with another specialist on my behalf. I cannot explain in this review how much this meant. A little improvement could be found in the front desk services. I was told I would get a call back and never did; though once I got a hold of the nurse station, they were extremely helpful and kind. Still, I highly recommend!

This is one of the best OBGYNs I've been too. The staff is very attentive and really pleasant. Dr…read more Davis addressed all my health issues immediately (in a span of two weeks after conducting tests and discussing treatment methods with me). When I was in the hospital she checked up on me every single day and went above and beyond my expectations. She was really on top of it. I'm very sure her colleagues are great as well because they seem to work well together (from my observations). I'm going to permanently keep them as my OBGYN because I really, really like my doctor and I completely trust her opinion and, judgement. :) FYI. I just saw the reviews on google and was surprised. I realized the negative reviews given were rather ridiculous. Don't let that dissuade you.

It is a rarity to experience a physician that takes charge of his practice. Moreover, is 100%…read moreaccountable for his actions. From the moment I contacted Dr. Footer during a very stressful situation with my daughters pregnancy----he answered his phone! YES! Dr, Footer answered his phone and not an answering service. Dr. Footer set our minds at-ease and just as he indicated----everything resolved itself. The delivery of my grandson was nothing short of the best experience ever! Dr. Footer was thorough and patient! He took immaculate cere or my daughter from the moment she was admitted, until discharge day. Dr. Footer NEVER left the hospital. There was no intern treating my daughter either. Dr. Footer's pleasant, calm, kind and professional demeanor was a constant blessing. The lighthearted humor also made a very stressful birth, much more tolerable. In a world where it's hurry-up and on to the next---Dr. Footer is a rare gem. Yes! To some he may be old-fashioned, but I assure you, it's indeed the old-fashioned that yields the best outcome. Thank-you Dr. Footer for the genuine love and professionalism. My grandson was born safe and healthy because you went the extra-mile to ensure his birth was PERFECT! Wishing you all the best for always!

Dr. Robert Footer has been my OB/GYN for the past 18 years. I cannot say enough about his medical…read moreexpertise, warm and loving demeanor, and professionalism. They don't make doctors like Dr. Footer anymore- he is truly in a league of his own in how he takes a personalized approach to his patient's healthcare. He takes him time and really listens to you. Dr. Footer delivered both of my babies and managed a few obstacles during delivery without missing a beat. I trust him 100%. You will never find a more genuinely caring and brilliant doctor!

Dr. Lin is a kind, careful, and skilled surgeon -- certainly viewed as the top surgeon for…read moregynecological cancers in the area. He saved my life twice there cannot be a higher recommendation than that.

I would not recommend going to Dr. Lin at Sibley for suspected endometriosis (only go to him if you…read moreare absolutely sure that you have a condition that requires the removal of female organs or parts of them). He belives that removal of one's ovaries and uterus treats endometriosis, and does not think that removal of endo spots and adhesions is necessary (although it is now well established that endo always persists or returns after TH with oophorectomy if the adhesions have not been removed; the endo tissue efficiently uses aromatization to continue to get estrogen). Moreover, he does not disclose the often devastating side effects that come from ovary and uterus removal even when asked directly - he presents surgical menopause as being the same as natural menopause - a mild inconvenience at worst. Nothing can be further from the truth - ovaries continue produce small amount of hormones after natural menopause and we really need them - they are the master conductor that direct nearly every function of the brain and body. Replacement hormones (HRT) can not really replace the natural ones since they provide a steady supply of hormones, while what matters is the natural fluctuations in hormonal levels during the day and night. In my case, I got extreme insomnia and inability to function at the most basic level right after the surgical menopause, accompanied by clinical depression, which do not seem to be resolving for months after the operation. Because the large amount of endo scar tissue on my bowels was not removed, now I have worse endo pain than before the operation. I ended up having to take hormone replacement therapy and sleeping pills every night just to be able to sleep a couple of hours a night. The hormones make my endo grow and hurt and increase my breast cancer risk. I also developed a sensation of pain, pulling and twisting on the side of my abdomen a few weeks after the operation, which turned out to be due to colon collapse in the space where the uterus used to be, worsened by new scar tissue formation. That has made going to the bathroom an impossible task. So as a result of the operation, I have worse endo pain, increased cancer risk, serious new bowel and pelvic floor issues, and a devastating cognitive and physical dysfunction. I used to be very healthy, active, and happy, and my endo pain was controlled somewhat by progesterone prior to the operation, after this operation I am a shadow of a person, have to take pills to sleep, poop, and have any energy at all, and struggle to do the job I love. Please go to an endo specialist if you suspect endometriosis - it is critical to remove the adhesions to achieve pain relief and it is not necessary and not helpful to remove any organs unless you have other medical conditions that justify it. I chose to go to Dr. Lin since my gyn reasoned that he is an oncology surgeon so he should have the skill to clean scar tissue from the bowels and other places, but he did not do that. The last day I felt happy was the day before my operation, since then every day and night have been a misery. I hope my story would help someone get the treatment they actually need! My experience with side effects from the surgery is not unusual, in fact it is very common - check hystersisters.com, and google ovary removal and insomnia, or hysterectomy and bowel dysfunction. It would have been worth it if I had cancer, but it is certainly not worth it for a condition that is not even treated by this type of surgery!

Overall, the staff is unhelpful, and the doctor is pretty rude. I've had to jump through hoops…read moregetting somewhat unnecessary tests to make her feel better about prescribing HRT. Also, if you enjoy being on hold for extended periods, then having someone come on and ask what you want, only to put you back on hold and then return, forgetting why you called - this is the place for you!

I went to Bloom OBGYN for all my prenatal appointments and used their team for my delivery at…read moreSibley Hospital. While some of the providers were fantastic, my experience with Dr. Scott Osmun was absolutely horrific. When I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes, Dr. Osmun was incredibly negative, relying on scare tactics and outdated data rather than providing balanced, evidence-based guidance. When I asked him to send me literature to support his claims, he couldn't--or simply didn't. Instead of offering support, he made an already stressful diagnosis even more overwhelming. Unfortunately, I ended up delivering with him as well, and the experience was just as frustrating. He insisted a C-section was inevitable because I wasn't progressing fast enough. I requested a few more hours with my doula (most doulas refuse to work with Bloom because of Dr. Osmun), and we used positional techniques--something he completely dismissed--to help labor progress. Sure enough, I was able to fully dilate to 10 cm. Then, he insisted I would need forceps or a vacuum because my baby was hitting my pelvic bone. Again, we asked for more time, and I was able to deliver my baby without intervention. Instead of allowing me the standard 30 minutes to deliver my placenta naturally, Dr. Osmun immediately performed a manual extraction, a painful and unnecessary intervention. His priority seemed to be rushing the process rather than respecting my body's ability to do what it needed. In appointments, he was condescending and dismissive, treating me like I was an uninformed mother who knew nothing--despite my background in health. His attitude, coupled with his outdated approach to care, made me feel unheard and disregarded. That being said, I absolutely loved Dr. Abdalla, Lauren Gordon, and Clare Heintzelman. They provided compassionate, thoughtful care, and I truly appreciated their expertise. However, no matter how great they are, the risk of ending up with Dr. Osmun again has made me switch practices. Another issue with Bloom OBGYN is their annual $100 fee, which feels classist and unnecessary for a practice already profiting from patient care. Overall, while some of the doctors here are excellent, my experience with Dr. Osmun was enough to make me leave the practice entirely. If you're considering Bloom, be mindful of which provider you see.

I would agree with the other negative reviews that I found this doctor to be cold, abrasive and…read morecondescending. After I was brought into an exam room, right before leaving, the nurse asked what kind of insurance I had which I thought was very weird since the front desk already confirmed all this info and photocopied my insurance card beforehand. The doctor did not even examine me at all (I did not even change into a gown). She spent the entire appointment talking down to me. I got a very bad impression of her and she knew I was also a physician. I would recommend you look elsewhere for care.

Biased poor quality medical care, apparently only for certain groups of ppl. This Dr ordered…read moreunnecessary procedures to pad my medical bill after performing a surgery. The surgery actually went well, however, my life has never been the same after the surgery, due to a blood transfusion that was ordered but not necessary, since I was recovering without issue or incident. There was no follow up after surgery, a curt hurried referral, and no discharge instructions given after surgery-- I had to call and ask the nurse to provide them. They gave me discharged papers WITHOUT instructions for care after surgery! This was at GW Hospital where Dr Chernofsky had privileges and performed the surgery. I wouldn't trust this Dr with my dog.

She basically passed me off to be crazy. I told her all of my symptoms (for years mind you) and her…read moreresponse was "do you want to get better... take the pill." She didn't do any in depth testing. Nothing. I ended up going to a integrative health practice and my thyroid levels were completely through the roof. All in all she's really awful.

Loveland is a misery. She's rude, withholds information, and infantilizes her patients. Sure, I…read moresafely had my baby, but I was fully traumatized by my birth experience and didn't even really realize the gravity of it until after my birth experience with my second child. This woman inserted a cervical softner into my body with little to no explanation as to what it is she was doing, why, and whether or not it may hurt (it hurts. A lot.). It was my first baby and she took absolutely no care with me. Find another OB - Dr. Osmun is fantastic but it's not worth potentially having your baby with Loveland if she's the doctor on call that day...