I've had nothing but great experiences with Dr. Sumen. I didn't start seeing her until I was past child-bearing years. I found her to be incredibly compassionate around menopause and my high risk of breast cancer. She always takes time to walk through how I'm feeling and check in on both the emotional and mental health side of navigating both of these issues. She's worked hard to keep me informed and safe for many years, even when I wasn't taking my own health that seriously. I've also never had any issues with the staff. read more

Dr Kovacic (Sumen) is a great doctor and the nurse is great as well. However, I can no longer tolerate this office. It is simply too frustrating to deal with the rude reception staff and the office's lack of competence. In addition to being treated rudely while you are there, you get to continue this treatment when you get home and you have to call them to discuss a billing discrepancy. If you don't mind if you are treated poorly by office staff and then have to call them multiple times after a visit to correct billing issues, then by all means, make an appointment. Otherwise, I suggest you try to find another doctor with a kinder and more competent office staff. read more

I absolutely love Dr Kovacic. Having spent my career in surgical device sales, I know a thing or two about doctors....and I KNOW who is legit. She is there when it REALLY counts! Dr K is motherly & nurturing blended with a no-bullshit delivery and sound medical judgement. She does what is RIGHT for the patient. Isn't THAT what counts? I will refrain from my specific personal story - let's just say that she has "been there" for me since I became her patient in 2010. She has provided great guidance, knows who I am, returns my phone calls, directs me to other clinical resources as warranted (they are all best in class, too!). The pattern I found, from working closely with surgeons in my career, is that the top doctors usually refer amongst themselves. This has DEFINITELY been the case for me wrt Dr Kovacic. And as a result, I have been in the very best hands! So...if I have to put up with a couple "minor" inconveniences like calling the front office to remind them of f/u a couple times....it is NO big deal - that WILL happen everywhere. Remember, there is ONLY 1 of her and hundreds of patients in a practice. Sure, I have had to wait, but it's because she WILL squeeze in an emergency - and I will gladly wait because it could be ME one day that needs that attention!!! And I know she WILL give it. It is doctor - patient trust. Dr Kovacic is one of the BEST doctors out there. She's a really great person who has made a significant difference in my life! read more

Dr. Sumen and her staff are truly wonderful. I went for my first appointment and the office was immaculately clean, well organized, timely and Dr. Sumen was so kind and down to earth. She makes you immedately comfortable and will tell you how it is but in the nicest way. :) My second appoint was to get an IUD for the first time. I was the one in a thousand that can have a bad reaction and she and nurse Susan were incredible. They did everything possible to make me comfortable, ice packs, fanning me, heating pad etc. I never felt rushed to leave and I realize how awful that experience could have been without their kindness. Even the other doctor, Dr. Lee stopped in to see if she could help. I just moved to LA and I lucked out finding an OB and an office that in my opinion could not be any better! Thank you Dr Sumen! read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Sumen for 7 years. She makes you feel very comfortable and no question is too hard to ask. The Manhatten Beach office is very nice and the nurses are friendly. I have also seen Dr. Suriel who is part of the same practice- she is great as well. The only negative is b/c they are great you have to wait usually at least a month before they have an opening. read more

I came to see dr. Sumen and after filling out all the paperwork I was seen immediately. I felt that she was very personable. She told me what I needed to do and told me when to come see her next. I feel very comfortable with her as my OB and the location of her office is close to work and home. The office was clean parking was simple however I should've parked toward the back as opposed to on Rosecrans. read more

The first time I went to Dr. Sumen, she was very nice and very professional. I felt comfortable asking her anything! The 2nd appointment I had with her, I found out I was pregnant!! She delivered my baby. On the delivery day, she was awesome and gave me kudos too! I was in labor for 12 hours and only pushed for 20 minutes! I would recommend her - definitely! read more

Love her so much and sad that she is not taking on anymore labor deliveries.. guess I waited to long to have kids! She is straight to the point and explains everything to you. I moved to the OC and still make the drive read more

In my lifetime, I have never been treated so rudely or been so embarrassed (in front of other patients) as I was when I went to see Dr. Kovacic/Sumen. In fact, my experience with the front desk staff was so humiliating that another patient actually apologized to me for their behavior! While I wanted to leave the waiting area in tears (and I'm a tough, no tears kind of gal), I decided to wait for my appointment because I felt it was only fair to let the doctor know what had happened to me at the hands of her employees. Unfortunately, after waiting ONE HOUR for my appointment and still not getting to see the doctor, I finally left with the promise that the doctor would call me. She did call, from a blocked number and never called back as she promised in her message. No matter how good this doctor might be, I would avoid this office at all costs. read more

I have been going to Dr. Kovacic for over 14 years, since I had a high risk pregnancy with my son. She delivered him and I will forever grateful to her. She may run late during appointments because she takes time to listen to you. She also is very reassuring and cautious with your health which I appreciate. read more

Very busy Dr dont get appointments for months even though you are not new patients, staff is rude as well and never calls back for anything..so far bad experience.. read more

Dr. Kovacic is wonderful. I came to her for a second opinion because my original doctor kept waffling on my treatment plan. She listened intently to me, was bright and cheery, and best of all she was swift and decisive on the course of action needed to treat me, even referring me to the best surgeon. She also was not patronizing like some doctors are and clearly takes the time to know and care for her patients. I highly recommend her! read more

I'm in the process of finding a good OB/GYN in Manhattan Beach area. Dr. Sumen was professional although wasn't thorough. She asked questions which was filled-in the questionnaire form. I hope to find a more personal doctor with caring bedside manner. The office staff was not friendly or efficient. I was referred to see Dr. Lily L. Lee next, hope she's a great fit. read more

Dr. Sumen (aka Dr. Kovacic or "Dr. K") was heaven sent throughout the pregnancy and delivery of my second baby!! The MB office is clean and the staff is nice (although the nurse lagged on getting back to me on a couple things). Parking is free and easy. There are lots in the front of the building on Rosecrans and in the back by Macy's. I was a bit traumatized from the delivery of my first baby (had different dr.) and voiced all kinds of concerns to Dr. K. She was very knowledgeable and always kept it real with me. When it came to my delivery, she walked in that room with confidence and coached me like a champ. It was clear she knew what she was doing. I only pushed for 20 minutes!! It was an awesome experience. Thanks Dr. K!!! read more

I had a really, really great experience going to Dr. Sumen. I am so happy I found her. Good doctors are hard to find! She is easy to talk to and her office/staff are nice and professional. read more

Dr. Sumen is great, knowledged, easy-going, and a great Doctor. The only reason there is 3 stars is for some of her staff. The receptionist has not smiled a day in her life, and seems put out by the simplest questions. Some of the staff are amazing and helpful, and some just seem like they are going out of their way to help you and put you in a room. Better staff would make this a better practice. read more

Dr. Sumen is fantastic. She tells it like it is and has a great sense of humor. I have nothing bad to say about her, whatsoever.

Dr. Sumen herself has been in practice for about 20 yrs and knows what she's talking about. She's super friendly, funny, and down to earth. My issue is that she's SO busy these days with her boat-load of patients, that there's a big chance she'll miss your appointment due to a delivery, reschedule you last minute, or just make you wait for a long while. I think she's reached the pinnacle in her practice where she just needs to stop accepting new patients so she can focus on the ones she already has. Again, excellent OB, but just too darned busy these past couple of years. I'm looking for a new OB now for this second pregnancy, someone who will remember my name and not miss our appointments regularly. Not her fault, she's really fantastic! I just personally need more. read more

Dr. Sumen is amazing. She is been my OB for about ten years now. Not only did she deliver my daughter, she discovered my breast cancer at a very early stage by ordering an ultrasound. Even though she was great as an OB when I was pregnant and throughout delivery, it hasn't been until recently that I realized just how amazing and caring she truly is. When I had a problem relating back to my chemo, she could have taken the easy route and just given me pills. Instead, she had my best interest in mind and took a route that was more difficult and time consuming for her. I will never forget that. I think the example perfectly illustrates her nature; she is not only intelligent and capable, but she puts her patients first. I agree with the other reviewer, her nurse Susan is incredible, too. read more

Compassion, caring, respect and kindness are in short supply with the receptionist staff at this practice. I find it extraordinary that Dr Sumen/Kovacic allows people like Lucy whom I had the misfortune of speaking with, represent her business. I have been a patient for approximately 20 years but I had a lapse in visits so when I tried to make an appointment a couple of weeks ago I was told that I was being treated as a 'new' patient (even though I was anything but) and couldn't have an appointment till December 3 rd. I took the appointment and also booked my yearly mammogram at a different facility. Unfortunately the results came back with issues. I was contacted by the medical service and told that when they reached out to Dr Sumen/Kovacic's office for a referral for further diagnosis the receptionist refused, saying that as I was a 'New' patient and they would not send one until I had my appointment. I then called and asked why they would not send the referral. Speaking to Lucy was more like having a conversation with a robot than a human.. no compassion whatsoever regarding my predicament. She not only told me "no" for the referral, but also said "no" when I asked for my records, "no" when I asked to speak to my doctor and "no" for the Doctor to contact me. I asked her if she usually held patients to ransom like this? I became very upset as I was already alarmed by my mammogram results and the fact that I couldn't speak to a caring human and have the matter resolved added to my frustration. I eventually put the phone down and managed to get an appointment with another doctor that day who was so kind and compassionate and sorted out the whole referral issue. I do hope 'Lucy' never has a bad mammogram and is treated the way she treated me. She should be ashamed as a woman to be so unsupportive. She called back two hours later and threw me a bone saying I could drive all the way out to Manhattan beach (I live in studio city) to have an appointment with another doctor but I told her I already had taken care of the situation and that she should cancel my December appointment as I was never coming back and that her treatment of me and my situation was horrible. Such a shame that a Doctors office would allow someone like this even have contact with their patients... big mistake! read more

Dr. Kovacic: She's straight to the point, doesn't BS and tells you like it is. I love those type of doctors.

I guess I wrote this review while I was still pregnant. I had an *awesome* labor and delivery with her. This was my second child, and the whole experience I had with her (as compared to my first, with another doctor) was NIGHT AND DAY. Even though it was complicated, high-risk, almost needed a c-section, etc, she knows how to roll with it. Dr. Sumen is a fantastic doctor. Like I said, I trust her completely. I love her to pieces and would recommend her to anyone. I am surprised that another Yelper had a so-so experience with her. Maybe she was having an off day. I don't know. She is such a genuine person and caring doctor. read more

I have had many doctors in the past. None of whom I liked. Dr. Sumen is a no BS kind of lady and makes me laugh, which is rare in a dr. office. Her staff is great too, they don't leave you waiting for long. read more

Dr. Anita Sumen was very friendly from the very beginning. I'm never comfortable going to the OBGYN, however Dr. Sumen made me feel more relaxed and she was very helpful in answering all the questions I had. Her staff is very friendly as well and they. The only problem I had was the long wait on the phone line, as well as in the waiting room. But I would still recommend this office to others. read more

I love Dr. Sumen -- very personable yet totally professional. I want her to deliver all of my babies! Staff is nice too. Always a long wait to see her so need to plan ahead. read more

Anita Sumen is by far the best doctor I have had. She is straight-forward, caring and smart. She delivered my son 5 years ago, still remembers and asks about him all the time. Dr. Sumen is approachable and has a respectable demeanor and always sound advice. My husband loves her as much as I do, which says a lot. I would recommend her (and have already to many women) in a heartbeat. All of my friends and family whom I have recommended have had the same positive experience as I have. read more

I have been incredibly fortunate to come across Dr. Kovacic for my first pregnancy. My husband and I are thrilled with her professionalism, knowledge, and extreme care (i.e., We decided to keep our baby's gender a surprise for us for when it's born. Dr. Kovacic and her staff have been quite tight-lipped about it throughout this journey! AMAZING.) I have about a week or so to go until our holiday baby's debut, but I am confident I/we are in good hands, enough to say I wish Yelp had 10 stars for the review. :) That being said, Looking forward to the big finale!! Dr. Kovacic is a fairy godmother of babies! read more

Dr. Kovacic is very rude. I had to wait for over an hour for my 2nd prenatal visit. When I told her about that I am not very happy with the wait instead of apologizing she asked me to change my doctor and asked me to move my records. Well if you have lots of patients and you don't care if somebody goes then keep in there are also lots of good Obgyn in LA too. But it just didn't end there.... her office staff at Manhattan Beach SUCKS . For any of your lab results I had to call several times to get hold of Susan just to get my lab results. I asked them in writing to transfer my records to another doctor two weeks ago where I clearly motioned about my forthcoming appointment with this new Obgyn and they had called and acknowledged it too. But as of today they haven't transferred my records when they have everything to do so. Now I have an appointment tomorrow morning with new doctor and I am 5 month Pregnant but my records are still not been transferred. Please beware of gng to this doctor as you don't want to deal with all these when you're pregnant. read more

I love Dr. Kovacic! I think she is amazing and intelligent, down to earth. She is very easy to talk to and has the best bedside manner. I have 2 healthy beautiful boys thanks to her! read more

Only cares about patients having babies. Regular OB patients :/. Should have found a new dr. years ago.

Dr. Sumen and nurse Susan are great! They are professional, honest, and easy to talk to. The office is nice, clean, and wait time isn't too long before you are taken to an exam room. My only complaint is that literally every time I call, without fail, I am put on hold before I can even say "hello." Other than that, I don't have any complaints. read more

I have been to two other doctors in the Southbay area, and I literally was crying after my exams. One was completely rude about my mom's cancer (Louise Connely) and the other whose name I don't remember was so quick with everything because she ran 1.5 hours late that it was very painful. Dr. Sumen is quite a contrast from this. She is quick, but tries to make you feel comfortable, has a nice sense of humor and bedside manner and generally makes an already unpleasant experience something you don't have to dread. read more

Dr. Sumen is wonderful -- I highly recommend her. However, the receptionist (in the Manhattan Beach office) can be hard to deal with. She is not very friendly and can be downright rude. So far Dr. Sumen has been great and worth the rude attitude I get from the receptionist. read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Kovacic (Sumen) for over 20 years. I cannot imagine going to anyone else. She has delivered both of my children (both c-sections.) She is caring, kind, thoughtful, and thorough. I never, ever feel rushed and she takes all the time I need to always answer questions. She is truly the best!!! Highly recommend. read more

Though Dr is good but what about the staff..its horrible the lady on the reception has attitude problem she feels as if her time is important and not others. Trust me i am calling for my reports for past 3 days and i always get a call saying i will pass on the message to the Dr and finally when i asked her to tell me whats in the reports she says she has other patients on the line..ok madam if you dont have time for your patients then who is going to come to your dr...Drs even if you are good your staff should be equally be good because half the time we need to speak to them..so pls pls check them twice before you hire them read more

I've only actually had one face-to-face encounter with Dr. Sumen-Kovacic, and I have nothing but positive things to say about her personally and professionally based on this one experience. She was prompt, friendly, appeared knowledgeable, followed up, etc. However, I have a significant issue with communicating with her and her office staff via telephone. I admit I am difficult to reach by phone myself, but contacting Dr. Kovacic has been almost impossible thus far. 1) She rotates between offices so is not at the same location on a daily basis. 2) The person who answers the phone during the day at the MB office must also be acting as receptionist so has to put my on hold every time I call, sometimes for significant lengths of time. I know they are busy but often waiting on hold for 15-20 mins without ever reaching the doctor is not acceptable. 3)If you try to call during non-office hours, you cannot leave a message for the doctor. 4) There is no email option, which would be a lot more efficient for me and the doctor. Dr. Kovacic tried to call me several times; I tried to call her several times. Both of us have not been successful, and it's frustrating and not efficient. 5) I finally resorted to faxing a message to Dr. Kovacic, but apparently it was not delivered to her until I called again and went through the whole lengthly on-hold process several times. I really like Dr. Kovacic so far, but hope we can figure out a way to resolve the communication difficulty. The rating I provided represents the average of 5 stars for the doctor herself, but only 1 star for the ease of communicating with her and her office staff. read more