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Finding the right Obstetrician or Gynecologist is an important task for moms! We made it easy for you to read actual reviews from the top-recommended OB-GYNS from our Facebook Tribe.
Delivers at Sarasota Memorial
Advanced Gynecology and Obstetrics
Dr. John E. “Jack” Sullivan, Jr.
“I see Dr. Sullivan and I’m very happy and he has delivered about 10 babies we know.” – Angela
“Dr. Gard is amazing. I felt like I lost a friend after I delivered and stopped seeing her so often. She’s the best!” – Alisha
1921 Waldemere St., Ste. 802 Sarasota, FL 34239 | (941) 917-7888
“Dr. Kelly Hamel delivered my 3rd and last she’s wonderful!” – Jennifer
1921 Waldemere St., Ste. 802 Sarasota, FL 34239 | (941) 917-7888
“I am 6 months pregnant and I see Dr. Kristen Shepherd at first physicians. I love her. She was my OB for my last pregnancy!” – Jessica
1921 Waldemere St., Ste. 802 Sarasota, FL 34239 | (941) 917-7888
“As a woman who has been going to OB appointments for 20 years, I felt like for the first time ever I had an OB that REALLY listened. She was friendly, thorough, and made me feel important – she didn’t rush me along at all and took time to discuss things with me. I’m SO happy I was referred to her.” – Brooke
5880 Rand Blvd., Ste. 201 Sarasota, FL 34238 | (941) 262-0055
“I loved talking to her. She just had a baby, and I felt like she understood what I was going through.” – Anna
1921 Waldemere St., Ste. 307 Sarasota, FL 34239 | (941) 917-8565
“Dr. Towsley just delivered my 3rd baby 4 mths ago, via c-section and I was very high risk. He is an amazing doctor who I trusted and went to him because he was highly recommended and ended up saving my life during this delivery. So you are in good hands.” – Ashley
1921 Waldemere St., Ste. 802 Sarasota, FL 34239 | (941) 917-7888
“I loved Dr. Easterling at Gulf Coast OBGYN! We delivered at Sarasota for both of our girls and it was wonderful.” – Kristen
“I saw Dr. Jamison for my visits when I was pregnant with my baby boy. He was awesome and very detailed in his visits.” – Kristine
“Dr. Garner is one of a kind. He addresses all concerns thoroughly and in a non-biased fashion, always looking at what’s in the patient’s best interest. He is extremely well-read and up on all the latest research and explains things fully.”
“Gulf Coast Obstetrics and Gynecology is wonderful! I see Dr. Manuel who is great. I’ve also seen all of the midwives, who are all equally as good. I felt comfortable asking questions and was always given expert advice throughout my pregnancy.”
“Dr. Swanson and Dr. Chvotzkin at Lakewood Ranch OB-GYN is the best! I wouldn’t trust my care with anyone else.” – Allison
“He’s funny and has a great bedside manner. He was supportive of my successful VBAC and we just love him!”
“I see Dr. Cohen; he’s great. There are a couple of other doctors at the practice and they’re all wonderful!” – Tiffany
“I go to Swor Women’s Care (currently pregnant) and they’re incredible. I actually look forward to going and I have had a doctor phobia my whole life!” – Rebecca
Dr. Kelly-Anne Shedd-Hartman AKA Dr. KASH
“I had a birth injury as well from my first, and with my second, Dr. KASH did everything she could to make sure it didn’t happen again. Never been happier! I didn’t deliver with her but did with the midwife at the time, and it was great.” – Michelle
“I recommend Swor Women’s Care. Dr. KASH and Dr. Lichon are amazing OB-GYN’s!” – Jessica
“I love Dr. Stephens and the 2 midwives. They are all fantastic!!” – Barbie
University OB-GYN is highly recommended on our Facebook Tribe and they have welcomed Dr. Halstead in August 2020.
“Dr. Wagman is an amazing OB-GYN! I love going to see her and chatting about life. She is a mom herself and has personally dealt with infertility.” – Lauren
“I see Dr. McCullen and I love her. I had my 4th baby last year and the midwife, Joanne delivered my son and she was absolutely phenomenal. While I’m 100% done the experience was so awesome she almost made me want to have another.” – Kelly
“I went to see Dr. Barton and Dr. Lin at Premier OB/GYN. I had a fantastic experience & had an emergency c-section 2 weeks early” – Tara
“I highly recommend Premier OB/GYN! Dr. Lin safely and lovingly delivered my almost 11-pound son via c-section.” – Katie
“I’ve been with West Coast for years and love them! Dr. LeMay delivered my first child, and Dr. Hansill my second. I had fantastic experiences at MMH with both deliveries.” – Nicole
“I highly recommend Dr. Matta-Toomey at West Coast ob-gyn. She is very compassionate, and I never feel rushed when I’m in my appt with her. All of the doctors in that practice are great.” – Tanya
“Dr. Hansill (and others) at West Coast OBGYN. He is the best. Serious when needed but hilarious all other times.” – Lori
“Any of the doctors at West Coast OBGYN.” – Sonya
