My pap was thrown away last year. I had to have another one. Neither doctor staff were sympathetic. Now my pap this year is 14 days late for the reading. No one said they would contact the lab !! I have informed them it was very important to get the read because MRI is pending. Way too casual. I'm not going back to this doctor. I'm retired from Sutter medical group. This area sucks in patient care. I have a concierge doctor due to my concerns overall. Be careful. !! read more

They do Not care about you! I was an established patient who had been having difficulties getting pregnant. Because of my medical history, I was told that it would be difficult and possibly high risk. I am currently pregnant with our first child. When I called the Dr's office to schedule an appointment I was told someone would call me back. I called back the next day and spoke to a receptionist who didn't give her name but said she had been their for 15 years. This woman proceeded to tell me that they will not be able to see me due to the Dr not taking any more New pregnant patients. And then proceeded to try and wrap up the phone call with zero help and information (saying ok.. well.. that's all we have for now.. ok.. interrupting me several times to the point where I had to tell her to let me finish and stop interrupting) After stating that I am an established patient and that they are refusing to see me with no proper due cause, no referral to another physician, no information at all other than "we aren't officially dropping you as a patient but we just cant see you while your pregnant" How DARE YOU! How can you treat someone like that who is equally excited and terrified during her first pregnancy which took almost 3.5 years of actively trying. You should be ashamed of yourselves. Will NEVER go back read more

I am currently in the middle of my fourth pregnancy. My last pregnancy was 12 years ago. In the past, I went through a regular OBGYN doctor, however this time decided to start out care with a midwife. There were some concerns at my 20 week anatomy scan and it was recommended that I be referred to an OBGYN. I reached out to this practice on 3/31/23. The receptionist was pleasant at first and said she would need to have the doctor look over my medical records before they would agree to accept a transfer of care. I spoke to them again Monday 4/3/23 and this time spoke to a woman named Carol. She said that based off my records (?) it sounded like I was looking for a consultation and that they do not accept consultations, they only accept medical transfers. I told her that I was agreeing to transfer my medical care. Her exact words were, "Well, it's not that easy." and she said she would call me back tomorrow, 4/4/23 after she spoke to the person in charge of transfers. Since I didn't hear back on 4/4/23, I called back around mid-afternoon to request a status update. Carol answered the phone and said, "Oh, yea, we are not accepting transfers." I asked for clarification on weather they are not accepting new patients at all or just not accepting transfers. She would not answer my question and for some reason became very rude and condescending towards me at this point. I then asked if it would be possible to speak to the person in charge of transfers. She said something along the lines of "I'm not going to discuss this with you, find another OBGYN" and literally HUNG UP ON ME. I don't know this woman Carol personally, but the fact that she would treat any patient like this speaks volumes. The part I can't specify is weather it speaks volumes to the practice itself or to her as a person. After further reviewing their website, I realized that Carol is Dr. Spalding's wife. To choose to be condescending and literally hang up on someone who is only trying to seek out healthcare for their unborn child is not okay. For someone in an already vulnerable state, a little empathy would have went a long way. Dr. Spalding's biography states they have 4 children and she sounds like an incredible mother herself. I am saddened that she would think it's okay to treat an expecting mother this way. I looked over their website thoroughly before I reached out them. The impression I received from their website was that this was a compassionate and sincere doctors office who prides itself on quality of care. Literally the only thing I was looking for was what is best for my unborn baby. This pregnancy has already been an emotional roller coaster for me and the medical complications are not making it any easier. If this is the way this office treats their patients, then I guess maybe their website of testimonials is just a facade because the treatment I recieved from Dr. Spalding's wife literally left me in tears. read more

I have been going to Dr. Spalding since I was 17, almost 20 years! Every stage of life they have been the most supportive and caring environment. From teen years to delivering my daughter. Dr. Zach Spalding is equally qualified, considerate and knowledgeable. Love this practice. read more

Had 2 babies and came back for my third with him. Excellent surgeon so performed really precise stitches (natural tearing occurred) that had me recovering very quickly. I firmly believe that his guidance allowed me to have my larger babies without having to have a c section. He was also preferring that I not have a c section (although he does them as needed) because he wants the process to be as few interventions as possible. Pro- his son (Dr Zachary Spalding) has now joined the practice as an OB and dare I say is even better? His beside manner is great and he is really thoroughly in explaining what is happening to you. I've recommended to every expecting mom or woman looking for an OB/GYN. read more

I've been going to Dr. Spalding since 2015 & I've been pretty disappointed within this last year. I went to the Atascadero location and always thought the secretary Caroline was lovely. However , at my last exam I mentioned a bump , I had. Dr. Spalding looked and didn't say much. I also needed to come in for a new Mirena which he recommended for heavy bleeding. Ive had Mirena for 6 years and called several times to get new one, which was told Mora in accounts would call back once insurance authorized. I didn't receive call back so called back again. Finally she called back and told me she would call me on a Friday , didn't receive a follow up. So I switched to different OBGYN right away and mentioned the bump , they did biopsy and removed it. I told them about Mirena and checked it out and said it's good for a total of 8 years. Everything is taken care of and not dismissed. I think Dr. Spalding is fine when everything is normal but once you have additional things going on either Cyst , bumps , I'd go to someone else for a second opinion. Also , he recommended Mirena for everything. I thought it was just me but did so with friend as well. I have also heard the phone calls haven't been returned to her. After almost 10 years , I've moved on. read more

After going to the ER last week for severe abdominal pain that turned out to be caused by a ruptured ovarian cyst the ER doc referred me to Dr. Spalding. The ER doc wanted to refer me because I'm a breast cancer survivor and wanted to be doubly proactive in having the cysts assessed so all the pertinent info (ultrasound images and the accompanying report) was sent over. My visit with Dr. Spalding was terrible. In addition to having to wait for 30 minutes past my appointment time to be seen he hadn't even reviewed the ER documents before coming into the exam room to see me! He seemed more focused on mansplaining how menstruation works to me (c'mon dude, I know how my own body works. I'm 32, not a young kid) as well as condescendingly providing me with a printed-out brochure from the Mayo Clinic on preventing breast cancer (bit late for that, Doc!). To say that this doctor is out of touch is an understatement. Dr. Spalding made it abundantly clear to my husband and I that he has very little to no experience in dealing with breast cancer patients and survivors. This man is grossly incompetent. Pro tip: if you're a breast cancer patient or survivor do not go to Dr. Spalding! You'd be better off consulting WebMD or the Mayo Clinic website (or seeing another doctor, of course). read more

Office staff here is kind and attentive. Julie Keen (the Midwife) is also amazing. Dr. Spalding delivered my 10 month old and let my husband "catch the baby". I was very happy with the treatment I received there. I'm currently pregnant again and back with the same doctor because I was very pleased with my experience. read more

Dr. Spalding and the INCREDIBLE midwives at Advanced Ob are the best of the best. I was in a car accident at 32 weeks and the impact pushed me into preterm labor. He was knowledgeable and tried various methods to stop my labor. He was successful and I was able to carry full term!! Incredible! He delivered my son with so much attention to detail and when I was struggling towards the end to push, he knew exactly how to help me finish strong. I worked well with his coaching along and I felt 100% safe and secure. I saw the midwives throughout my pregnancy and they go above and beyond for their patients. I have a strong phobia of needles, I not only felt heard I felt cared about! They were so compassionate and kind to me- they were the angels I needed in my life to get through my fears. Their office in SLO where I went is pristine, SO helpful, friendly and organized. You would be beyond blessed to deliver with Dr. Spalding or any of the midwives. read more

I can't say enough about how I hate this physician. Not only did he not treat my concerns for my pregnancy with care and attention I almost died because of his lack of care. I went in for bleeding and cramps at 11 weeks on a Wednesday and was sent home and told to come back to the office in 2 weeks for follow up. That Friday I was taken by ambulance to the ER because I was hemorrhaging and passed out. The ER contacted Dr. Spauldling who did not come to treat me and had the hospital doctor see me instead. Thank God because honestly I think if he would've came the situation would've gotten worse. If you're in the Santa Maria area please go to Dr. Dillon. He was amazing and very thorough in treating me after the miscarriage. read more

Horrible first experience with Dr. Spaulding. He scared me into thinking I had a miscarriage when I was too early in my pregnancy for my baby to be seen on the external ultrasound. He did not have any empathy for me or give me any information on a healthy pregnancy or recovering from a miscarriage. I quickly switched OBGYNs and it took 6 weeks of me and my new OBGYN calling Advanced OBGYN to obtain my medical records and first prenatal screening. It was like they were holding it hostage from me because I left their practice. The midwives here are great but overall Dr. Spaulding may me feel very uncomfortable and scared during my first pregnancy. Due to Dr. Spaulding's poor bed side manner and the disorganization of this company, I highly recommend switching OBGYNs, especially if this is your first baby. I am now having a wonderful experience at my new OBGYN where they listen, are open to answering any of my questions at any time, talk me through every step of a procedure and what to expect at my next appointment, and they give me so many resources and information. I received none of this at Dr. Spaulding's office. read more

Simply an exceptionally skilled OB/GYN with an unusually warm and gentle bedside manor. He has delivered two babies for us. He is able to confidently answer questions and provide guidance that leave other doctors, midwives and nurses lost. He is kind and friendly, and has a genuine caring for each and every patient. During our most recent birth, our baby was going into intermittent distress during labor. He was familiar with a situation that others were unsure about, and knew how to handle it. We now have a healthy baby and a healthy mom. He is truly a gift and a blessing. And get this, he gave us his personal pager number and I was able to speak with him on a Sunday when I had concerns about my wife's pregnancy - try asking another doctor for his phone number these days. He specializes in high-risk pregnancies, but also takes normal ones. One more thing, his office is well-run with really friendly staff. There is minimal waiting when you show up for an appointment, and they are really competent. I just wish I could find a family doctor with the skill and warmth of Dr. Spalding. He is truly an exceptional OB/GYN. You simply can't do any better. read more

This physician spends a lot of time with you, answers any questions and does an exam above and beyond. Office staff is A+++

This man saved my baby's life! I had a high risk pregnancy and he kept such a close eye on us and made perfect calls when it came to crunch time! He is very kind, but direct and to the point, which I appreciate in a health care provider. His office staff are very personable and easy to talk to, and the midwives are very knowledgeable and comforting, as well. Everything was always explained in great detail, and I never left feeling confused or uncertain. I recommend him to every pregnant woman I know! I will definitely use him with every future pregnancy. read more