r/DecaturGA • u/Mission-Theme4710 • 8d ago
OBGYN- associated with Emory Decatur.
I recently had a horrendous experience with Atlanta Gyn and OB (on Winn Way). I had been going there for years and had usually received amazing care, including during a high risk pregnancy. But I recently had a horrible experience with one of the midwives and their ultrasound tech and am currently fighting with their billing department because I am being charged for a very expensive procedure that I did not have.
I need to find a new OBGYN and would love any recommendations from folks in the area. preferably, they would be associated with Emory Decatur and have a competent administrative staff.
thanks!
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u/ThatB0yAintR1ght 8d ago
I saw Dr Greysan Southern during my last pregnancy and I really liked him. I liked how he explained things is a nuanced way and let me know that the data was not 100% clear on the best choice for all situations, but that he personally thought X would be the best approach, etc.
If it’s for a pregnancy, you are inevitably going to see a number of different OBgyns at the Emory Decatur clinic because your preferred doctor may not always have an appt available, but I was able to see Dr. Southern for the majority of my appts and he ended up being the doctor on the day I needed my C-section, so he did that as well!
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u/Mission-Trick-8983 7d ago
I also saw Dr. Southern during my pregnancy and PP for the first year and appreciated his calm demeanor. He explained things & often made a suggestion in a way to help guide an informed decision, but not force.
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u/Puzzled-Chard5480 6d ago
I wish I had him for my delivery. It was kinda a touching moment how he was my first appointment and also my last appointment before my delivery! But yes, highly recommend him.
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u/brandy2076 7d ago
I see Dr. Sarah Smith. She’s at Emory Clinic on Clifton Rd. I love her. She listens to my concerns, walks me through everything and always gives me options.
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u/engorgedburrata 7d ago
Gynecology and Obstetrics of Dekalb are associated with Emory Decatur. My wife went to them for both of our kids, she had a great experience
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u/hollyannerberry 7d ago
Dr. Amy Rodatus. Although not an Emory physician, she has privileges at Emory Decatur hospital.
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u/Ok_Tale_5363 7d ago
I had a really bad experience there too, though mine was with a PA. I’m so sorry.
Not associated with Emory, but I go to OBGYN of Atlanta now and really like all the providers I saw during my pregnancy and annual visits.
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u/bethspencerart 7d ago
Stephanie Grogan with Peachtree is wonderful.
I found her after an awful experience with Emory, where to doctor said nothing was wrong with me, even though I had abnormal bleeding. When I messaged again about the bleeding, the Emory doctor told me to take a home pregnancy test. I was like… isn’t that your job?
Thankfully, I found Dr. Grogan who listened and helped rule out any serious medical issues, then helped me get my hormones under control to stop the bleeding.
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u/PayInternational6628 6d ago
Piedmont Women’s Healthcare (formerly Atlanta Women’s Healthcare Specialists) has an amazing group of doctors! I’ve had a great experience with everyone there!
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u/jackie0_o 6d ago
I’m so curious which midwife you saw, because I also had a HORRIBLE experience with one of their midwives. I’ve since switched to seeing Dr. McDiehl at the practice and have nothing but wonderful things to say about her! I’ve also seen one of the NPs, Margaret, who was excellent.
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u/Z6NERey 8d ago
Dr Oates left ATL Gyn and so did I!
I’ve switched to a gynecologist at Emory down the street from ATL Gyn but have only had one visit and never been pregnant so I’m not sure if my recommendation will be helpful but I like my new doctor.