Gynecological & Obstetric Associates, SC

I recently moved to the area and was looking for a new ob/​gyn and the reviews seemed good online for this office so I made an appointment. The office staff was nice and the waiting room is very nicely decorated. I felt though that the exam rooms were very outdated, small and had bad lighting. I saw Dr. Verma who I felt was nice but I felt very rushed. She didn’t really seem to care much about my issues and I hate to say this but she gave me the most painful Pap smear I have ever had. Unfortunately I will not being coming back to this office.

I just had my first appointment here. The front office staff were courteous and helpful. I saw Dr. Verma and she was absolutely wonderful. She took her time, answered questions and did a thorough examination. This is my first pregnancy and I’ve been very anxious. She’s ready to follow up with me just this week with a blood test and ultrasound. Wow I thought I’d need to wait weeks to see her again. I received expedited service and can’t wait to continue my visits through this professional and caring practice.

I had another appointment and I was even more impressed with her knowledge and bedside manner.

When I was first looking for an OB/​GYN (many moons ago), I was nervous and one of my requirements was female. I just felt like a woman would be more understanding of those sensitive parts and issues, and let’s face it – your comfort level is extremely important for this sort of doctor visit.
I chose this practice being that is was mostly women doctors (at the time I believe there was one lone male doctor, but if I remember correctly at my last visit, they were all female) and they were affiliated with the hospital I would like to deliver my children at (also the hospital in which I was born at many moons ago as well — Ha!).
I have been thru 2 pregnancies with this practice and they took good care of me, and my babies. Both pregnancies I developed high blood pressure towards the end of my pregnancies and needed to be monitored. They were very good with this.
Because of the blood pressure, I was put on bed rest and then once I was closer to my due date, I was induced.
Dr. Novas delivered my son, 11 days before his due date. Dr. Chamberlain delivered my daughter, 8 days before her due date. I think I’ve seen every doctor in the practice and I don’t recall there ever being a time I was disappointed with anything.
My kids are now 11 & 8 years old, and while I am done having babies, this practice is still kind and gentle and I am comfortable here. Even now that I’ve moved further away, and no longer work nearby like I used to … I still use this practice and don’t plan on changing.

Having to find a new «down there doc» is never fun, but this office took the blue ribbon in kindness, accommodation, and professionalism.
The office staff is kind, and extremely helpful over the phone. When I arrived for my appointment, the waiting room was a really nice surprise. It is gorgeous, comfortable, and relaxing — but don’t worry, you won’t be waiting long. For my last few visits, it has been 10 minutes or less.
Dr. Verma is fantastic. She is honest, attentive, and has a sense of humor. The actual exam was easy, and efficient.
When talking with her, I never felt rushed, and I left with a confidence in her and the information I was given.

I have visited this practice for my OB/​GYN for 15 years now. Dr. Oh is my main doctor. When I was younger, I felt that my appointments were rushed and I didn’t feel like I could ask the questions I really wanted to ask. When my husband and I got pregnant for the first time, I was a bit reluctant to go to Dr. Oh because of those past experiences. However, when I first met with her, she was so open and supportive. She gave me excellent advice on my diet and exercise routines and I really felt supported throughout the pregnancy.
I began to meet the other doctors in the practice during my pregnancy and grew to like Dr Novas as much as Dr. Oh. When I was nervous about having a larger baby, she calmed my nerves and acted as a cheerleader for me. Dr. Chamberlain was the only doctor there who made me nervous. She always gave short answers and never seemed supportive. When I told her that I had hired a Doula to coach me through the pain and birthing process, Dr Chamberlain made it seem like I had done something bad.
This practice will only allow a mother to go one week past their due date before being induced. I went one week past, and was scheduled for an induction. My Doula was very supportive of my choice to battle the pain of pitocin induced contractions and coached me every step of the way. I later learned that Dr. Chamberlain was the doctor on call for deliveries the day of my induction and I got nervous. Dr Chamberlain made it sound like a normal labor and delivery should take no longer than 6 hours and continued to insist on having my dose of pitocin raised. Dr. Chamberlain also strongly suggested breaking my water to help the labor progress. These were all interventions that my husband and I were against, but with the insistence of a professional, we gave in. I made it to 8 centimeters and stopped progressing. Dr. Chamberlain did not want to give me another minute to try different positions or just give more time to allow my body to do what it needed to. I eventually talked her into giving me 45 more minutes to see if progress could be made. There was no distress to me or my baby at any point in labor. After 45 more minutes, Dr. Chamberlain called a c-​section and that’s what happened.
I’m not a nut-​job, but I am convinced that the interventions and the «rushing» of labor and unrealistic expectations for a «6 hour labor/​delivery» from my doctor contributed to my need for a c-​section. Having said that, the most important thing to me is that my baby and I are now happy and healthy. I will try to work with this practice again for number two, but it is still very important to me to have a successful vaginal birth and I’m not sure I can trust that they will be in my corner 100% on delivery day.

I have been using this office for over 10 years now. The majority of that time I have seen one doctor exclusively. It was only recently, through my pregnancy, that I have now seen every Doctor at the office.
There are 4 female Doctors and 1 male Doctor. All of whom are very professional, very informative, and very knowledgable. They always take the time to answer questions and fully explain procedures and tests. They are all very personable and respectful.
I’ll admit, I was nervous to see the Male Doctor, since I have seen the same female Doctor for so long — but he was AWESOME! I felt completely comfortable will ALL the Doctors in the office.
The support staff is also excellent. Rarely do I have to wait long — It has happened a couple times due to other medical emergencies delaying the Doctors. If you can’t be patient for circumstances like that — you’ll never be happy. If there is a delay, they will let you know.
I like this place so much, I travel 30 minutes to remain a patient here. I am also traveling that far to deliver my baby because of how happy and comfortable I am with these Physicians.