Summary - Terrible experience with Dr. Sibul and staff in the Chicago office. Doctor was unresponsive, uncaring, and disorganized. Very difficult to reach office staff or get important results. Found staff to be unprofessional, unhelpful, and rude. Please save yourself the frustration of dealing with this doctor's office and go somewhere else.  Specifics - I've never written a negative review in my life, let alone for a doctor, but I hoped to share an honest account of my experience in case it helps others. I chose Dr. Sibul due to his impressive credentials and positive reviews. At first, I liked Dr. Sibul, but over time the experience of being his patient took its toll on me. Specifically, he did not give clear instructions on plans of care (ex - how to take certain medications), was impossible to reach, and did not call back with important results. While he was generally pleasant during office visits, his disorganized behavior and lack of communication suggested that he did not care for me as a patient. The office has no MyChart and callbacks can take weeks, so it's very difficult to reach a nurse/doctor and get lab results or directions on care. Some of the nurses/staff were very unprofessional and rude. The office has paper thin walls, so you can basically hear every conversation - between staff, between doctors/patients, etc. which made it seem like there was no privacy. The staff was unhelpful in the sense that you constantly had to be on top of them to get things done. Often, things would fall through the cracks, like referrals for procedures that were never sent or issues with insurance due to mistakes from the doctor's office.  I take no pleasure in writing this review because I really respect health care workers. Yet, truly, I cried many tears due to this office. My only hope in writing this review is that it helps others receive the care they deserve. Being sick or pregnant is challenging enough without the added stress of dealing with this nonsense. read more

I trusted him during my pregnancy and I am happy I dud. He was and is the best doctor I could asked for.

I moved to Chicago from out of state last year, and had to find a new set of doctors for myself. You expect some glitches of course, but this office is the worst I have ever dealt with. My first (and only) visit went like this: I arrived a few minutes early to fill out the "new patient" paperwork, then sat in the waiting room for nearly an hour. When I finally got in the examination room, I waited for the doctor for another 25 minutes. We spoke about my medical history, and all the while I felt like I was being rushed through my consultation. The actual exam took all of 3 minutes (not like I enjoy a long gyno examination, but c'mon!) Afterwards, Dr. Sibul's assistant took down my previous gyno's info, and said she would send for my medical records from them. I would hear about my test results in a week. A week later Dr. Sibul called me, and after a few minutes I realized he had me mixed up with another patient. He was apologetic, and had me wait on hold for a few more minutes while he found my file. He relayed my results to me in a somewhat confused way, as if he still couldn't place me. I had only seen the guy a week before, and I wasn't very confident that I was getting the right diagnosis if he couldn't even remember me. When it came time for my next checkup, I decided that I didn't want to go through all that again. So I called the office to see if I could pick up my patient records. I learned that patients have to pay $25 for the office to release medical records. $25 for your own records! I couldn't believe it. They also do not allow you to pick them up personally, but you must fax or mail your request with payment (I have no idea how you fax a check), and then they will mail you the records within 10 business days. Eeesh. Incidentally, it wasn't easy getting a live someone when I called. I left a couple of (unanswered) messages before I finally caught someone on the phone. At this time I began having a sneaking suspicion that my records were never even sent for. So I called my old gyno's office, who confirmed that they never received a request from Dr. Sibul's assistant for my records. They offered to send my records directly to me by mail, free of charge. Now that's a good doctor's office. read more

I have been with this practice for 10 year, with Dr Sibul for about 6 years. He is a great dr; very down to earth. He always asks about my family by name and is very familiar with my medical history. The only problem I have is that he takes absolutely forever. I always get called fairly quickly to the il office, but then I wait... Undressed... For about an hour or more. Every time. It wouldn't be so bad if it was once a year but when I was pregnant and ha several visits before and after a procedure that was a bit uncalled for to wait that long. Great dr and would highly recommend him, but the office could use some organization. read more

My original review stands, and this time Dr. Sibul saw me through my first pregnancy! I can't tell you how funny, cool and supportive he is. He didn't deliver my baby since it's a group practice and it wasn't his day at Prentice, but when you have a baby you have A LOT of appointments. I always felt listened to even I just was paranoid crazy :) Side note: When it was go-time at Prentice, Dr. Baum (from the same practice) delivered my baby. He looks like Fred Flintstone and Robin Williams had a baby. But he was so kind and encouraging! Don't let the gruff exterior fool you :) read more

Dr. Sibul is the BEST!! However...his staff especially his assistant is the worse experience I've ever had with a doctor's office. You can only schedule and reschedule with her- she never answers her phone...it ALWAYS goes to voice mail and she takes forever responding. I highly recommend HIM but until he gets a NEW assistant...I will have to find another OB/GYN. read more

Not sure what Michelle was talking about as I have been going to Dr. Sibul for 3 years and think he's great.. I mean, like she said, no one likes going to the OB-GYN but he is very thorough and compassionate, always keeping the patient at the top of his mind. read more

Dr. Sibul is fantastic. He listens to all your concerns and doesn't make you feel like you are being rushed. He has been my doctor for 5 years and I just love, love him. If I had one complaint is that yes, you do wait to see him (and I have waited quiet a bit). BUT I am sure that he is not just drinking coffee and hanging out in the back. I know he cares about everyone of his patients and wants to give the best care possible to everyone. Just like any other doctor's office, get there early and bring a book. He is the best and I have (and will continue to) recommended him to others. read more

Such a nice guy. He tries to get a little conversation going beforehand and makes you feel much more relaxed. He seems like he is on your side etc. I was very happy with my visit. read more

I've been going to Dr. Sibul for over 15 years and believe him to be a wonderful doctor. He stayed with me throughout my entire labor instead of heading to a prior engagement with his family. That might not seem over the top for some but I was in labor from Friday night until Sunday morning. He saw me walking in the hospital a week later as my son had had some complications and stopped what he was doing to listen and make sure he and I were being taken care of. He's very personable and you feel like you're talking to an old friend just catching up as he makes it a point to know your families names/history etc. I recommend him to everyone and wouldn't think of going to someone else. read more

For my first visit he was awesome. Very very friendly and engaging. Only downside is he runs late...

Dr. Mark Sibul is always professional, very good at issue resolution and not afraid to ask the uncomfortable questions that need to be discussed. He's very bright, knows his craft and is somone who I grateful to have on my medical provider team. Been a patient for 5+ years. Providing medical care is not a checklist business, resulting in ocassional delays, but given the nature of this business, I can live with it when it happens. read more

I am so sorry that Michelle had a bad experience with Dr Sibul, as I have been a patient of his for 5 years and I love him. I would trust him with my life, as I have in the past when he has performed a very extensive surgery on me. I trust his opinion and think that he is always very thorough. Now, sometimes he does run a little behind, but just like we don't mind waiting for a great hairdo, we shouldn't mind waiting for great healthcare. Actually, I am in the position of having to go to a new doctor because of job changes and changes in insurance coverage. It mortifies me to think of having to see another doctor, especially with my extensive history. What if I have to have surgery again???!!!!! . read more

I have been going to Dr. Sibul for the past 18 years (since I was 15 y.o) and he is one of the best! He is not only very knowledgable but will spend quality time to answer all of your questions and he tries to make your visits as comfortable as possible. I would highly recommend him! read more

We love Dr. Sibul! Worth the wait he spends a lot of time with each pt. You'll be in great care!

He is so amazing! Yes, he runs behind from time to time but its because he spends alot of time with his patients. Going to him one time for an annual exam is not enough experience to write a review (i.e. Michelle.) His assistant is amazing--she has remembered me from my first exam....everyone I know who sees him is either pregnant or has had a child and been absolutely thrilled with him. read more

Dr. Sibul has been there for 2 of my 3 pregnancies and deliveries. He always remembered who we were and was like one of the family. He included my little ones when they came along to appointments, letting them use the doppler to listen to their brother...Compassionate is an understatement. I also had 2 miscarriages and he was amazing through the ordeals. I also think without his help we may not have had #2 and #3 children. I wanted a midwife, but Dr. Sibul's medical guidance through getting pregnant made me not want to give him up. So I took Bradley courses and had a Doula. He was very receptive to my wishes and made it know to his colleagues just in case he wasn't able to make the delivery. I ended up having 2 natural childbirths and an amazing experience. Since I deliver fast Dr. Sibul came into the hospital when I was admitted and slept in the on call room for most of the night. He wanted to make sure he was there, so I consider him to be a very dedicated compassionate physician. read more

I also disagree with Michelle F. I have had nothing but the best treatment by Dr. Sibul. The wait is incredibly long for a first time patient but that is only because he takes his time with all new patients getting to know their medical history etc. I have had some serious issues down there and his approach and consideration for my feelings has far surpased any other Doctor I have ever dealt with. read more

He is the best doctor on the planet. We just moved to Philly from Chicago and I can say that I'm really going to miss him. I was a patient of his for about 7 years. He delivered all 3 of my children. I had such anxiety about delivery and he was always so helpful. I will say he's worth the wait. And that the wait is maddening! But the second he walks in, he's so charming that you forget you're mad at him for waiting. He has a great bedside manner and he's super smart. He's earned my respect and my higest recommendation, which does not come easily. read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Sibul for 10 years. I think that he is a great doctor. He has always been kind, supportive, engaging and overall a nice guy. He has been more than a doctor in some instances, helping me deal with some difficult circumstances. He delvered my two children and joked with my husband. The office could be run a bit smoother. You do usually have to wait a bit. read more

Dr. Sibul is absolutly the best!!!! He always listens your concerns and explain eveything. Yes this is true that you have to wait sometimes a little bit longer to see him, but belive me he is worth it to wait as a doctor. He really cares about his patients. My OB is my favorite doctor!!! read more

Four children (with some tricky pregnancies) under his care and I would recommend Dr. Sibul to anyone and everyone who is looking for the best in ob/gyn care. Dr. Sibul saved my life while under his care in a situation where I would guess many other doctors would have made the wrong call. The office wait can be long at times, but I can tell you, from having had multiple ob/gyn emergency complications handled by Dr. Sibul and his office, that the wait is because he is helping someone with medical needs from the very beginning of his day to the very end of his day (which of course goes on even longer when he is on-call and/or handling deliveries). Dr. Sibul is one of the brightest and most competent physicians I have met in 40+ years; not just in the ob/gyn specialty, but across all the areas of medicine with which I have had experience. What makes Dr. Sibul irreplaceable as a doctor, and truly remarkable as a person, is his unrelenting dedication and compassion when it comes to patient care and helping patient's deal with the good, the bad and the unknowns. read more