David L Berry, MD

Like some of the other reviewers, I had a terrible experience with Dr.Berry. I seriously doubt his ability as a doctor from my experience and his cold and cocky attitude is not impressive. I would think twice about using this doctor for any serious medical issues. I am just happy that I changed doctors when I did, the difference was night and day.

I am having my third and final baby :) it has been years since I had a baby, and I have aged a bit — even though I’m still young — so I had some concerns. Additionally, my ob wanted to refer me for routine genetic testing. Truthfully, I have some irrational fears and concerns as well :)
I contacted Dr. Barry’s office initially speaking with the staff. The staff was pleasant and thorough. They were kind and took the necessary time, even though I’m less social and tend to try to rush through these interactions. There was nothing I could even say needed improvement.
On my first visit, they were not even bothered by the fact that pregnant brain over here forgot to fill out my initial forms online — something that would otherwise warrant 3 sideways glances from staff at a doctors office. The staff was pleasant and prepared. I was asked for my $ 55 copay; because insurance information and costs are dictated by my personal insurance company — that I chose and pay for — not the doctors office or the fault of their office. I paid my copay, they asked if I needed a receipt, and I waited just moments for the nurse to call me back.
Once in the back, the nurse was kind and thorough, she did my ultrasound, gave me information, and I waited for Dr. Barry.
After Dr. Barry came into the room, it just felt really good and was a relief to talk with him. He’s beyond kind, calm, patient, and didn’t seem or make you feel rushed at all. He’s a very nice, thorough doctor. He takes the time to discuss things with you, in a time where you’re usually feeling like you have to chase the provider out the door to ask even one question. (Some dr.‘s book in 10 minute increments, same is not true for Dr. Barry, who books in 30 minute increments)
Dr. Barry is smart, professional, and highly experienced. He’s also a human. I mentioned irrational fears… Not once did they make me feel bizarre for worrying or asking for additional testing. They were very understanding, informed me, gave me all of my options, including additional options I inquired about, and were non prejudiced by my irrational fears. Dr. Barry was understanding and took the time.
I had my second appointment where they did the full ultrasound and further discussed my pregnancy with me. Again, staff was kind and courteous, helpful even. Dr. Barry was wonderful, and took a lot of time, and the ultrasound technician/​nurses were great and thorough as well. They show you so much of your baby, that you 1. Don’t normally get to see, so it’s exciting 2. Makes you feel so much better, and less stressed.
All around it has been a great experience. I wish I had Dr. Barry for my other two pregnancies. I trust him and his staff. I love my ob (women partners in health), but it feels good having that extra layer and more information about your baby. You can really tell Dr. Barry cares.
(Disclaimer: I know people accuse you of working for the practice if you leave a good review. I’m genuinely a patient of Dr. Barry’s, do not/​have not worked for his practice, and have no prior affiliation to this practice before being referred by my ob just weeks ago. With that said, I would recommend Dr. Barry to anyone!)

Dr. Berry and his staff are amazing. I went through a difficult situation, but Dr. Berry made it bearable. He explained everything in a straight forward, but compassionate manner. He gave us all our options, and laid out the pros and cons of each. His staff was friendly and I never had to wait long at each visit. They also squeezed me into the schedule when medically necessary. I wish we could all have pregnancies with no complications, but this is the place to go if that isn’t the case. I feel confident knowing Dr. Berry will be there on our next try.

Dr. David Berry is one of the kindest, most compassionate supporters of women this world has ever known. Not only is he a deeply committed and totally involved single dad of four daughters, he also dedicates his professional life to helping women with pregnancy problems. I feel blessed to know him.

Dr. Berry assured me that going through the placenta during a procedure would not cause any problems, even though a specialist had insisted that he NOT do this. His carelessness and ignorance then caused the death of my son.
During the procedure you could see something went wrong but I was ushered to the door. When I called his office after the procedure insisting something was very wrong, all his office told me was that the procedure was over and it was not their problem, that I should call my OB.
This Dr. showed total lack of care for me, his patient. His lack of knowledge and total lack of compassion has me voting this Dr. OUT, way out.
There isn’t a place in hell bad enough for this Dr. he killed my son. I will never forget Dr. Berry. I promise you that. never.

Worst experience with medical office staff I have ever had. They cared more about getting my personal information and money than answering simple questions or even interacting with the slightest bit of pleasantry. Telephone calls were rushed and all about me providing them with my personal information. I had to interrupt them fight my way to get a few simple questions answered (like, can you even perform the test I need, when, and how much will it cost). The answers I got turned out to be misinformed and unreliable. The test was not performed in the manner explained on the phone.
Upon arriving at the office I was simply asked for my name — no niceties. I handed over the paperwork I prepared at home ahead of time. Next comment from the staff was something like: «Your payment of $ 184 is due right now.» Really? I just walked through the door, haven’t had a single service provided and you are (unapologetically) asking for money already? I did not even receive a receipt for the payment and when I asked for one after the appointment, they could not provide an itemized receipt of services rendered and instead I got a rather unprofessional ‘receipt’ on letterhead. I have been promised a real receipt will be mailed to me — but why can’t I get a real receipt at the time of the appointment. Weird.
Although I went in for a simple sonogram test, I thought, based on the fees I was quoted ($ 500-​$ 800 without insurance, nearly $ 200 with insurance) that I would be seeing the Doc. Nope, just a technician — who spent less than 10 minutes with me! Wow, I know health care is broken but this is just taking advantage. I left in tears. My husband left noticing the all of the luxury and sports cars in the parking lot… (the parking lot, by the way, is a total nightmare — most of the spaces are reserved for employees and sat empty)
My sonogram experiences at Bluebonnet were so much cheaper, lengthy, explanatory, personal — I could go on (and I will, in a positive review of them). This truly felt like some kind of joke.
By the way, I was referred by a friend and my midwife who spoke highly of Dr. Berry. Since I didn’t meet him I can’t say, but since his staff is direct reflection and an important part of his practice, I feel comfortable reviewing him here. Also, I can’t help but wonder if they brushed me off because the test I needed was obviously that of a one-​time client (not a long term patient).

While I feel that Dr. Berry is an intelligent doctor, his office staff, including his office manager and his PA have turned me against ever going back to his office. They can be rude and presumptive and insensitive — which is NOT what an office dealing with high risk pregnancies should be like.

My husband and I lost our son last year shortly after his premature birth. We began seeing Dr. Berry before I got pregnant again this year. He spent a great deal of time with us discussing a plan of action for the next pregnancy to help prevent another late term loss.
I experienced many scary moments in my subsequent pregnancy this year, and Dr. Berry and his staff were always incredibly responsive — I was never brushed off and evaluation and treatment were swift and on target.
It is very difficult to find doctors that truly take their time, actually listen to your concerns, and respond in a thoughtful, non-​condescending manner. Dr. Berry is one of those rare practitioners, and truly the best doctor (in any practice area) I’ve ever had. My husband and I have never once felt rushed through an appointment and always feel as though all of our questions and concerns are fully covered at each visit. Dr. Berry delivers thorough advice and speaks to you as an adult — he doesn’t sugarcoat things, nor does he engage in fear mongering.
After going through a loss like my husband and I have, you learn to appreciate Dr. Berry’s compassion, but mostly his profound competence. My previous regular obgyn, for example, was perfectly nice but when it came down to a complicated obstetrical situation, he was clearly out of his league (as I’ve sadly and frustratingly found to be the case with many regular Obgyns).
I recently delivered a healthy baby, and I credit the success of this pregnancy to Dr. Berry. He gave us hope after our devastating loss, and I believe that without his level of medical care, I wouldn’t be holding a baby in my arms right now.
I only wish Dr. Berry still delivered babies too!

Dr. Berry saved my daughter’s life. I can not possibly express my appreciation for him enough. He is extremely knowledgeable and compassionate. He always answered all of my questions and encouraged me to call him at any time. I was in the hospital for preterm labor at 22 weeks, completely terrified, and Dr. Berry was able to save the baby and put a cerclage in, which allowed me to carry the baby to 40 weeks! She is our medical miracle, thanks to Dr. Berry. I would not even think about having a baby without going to see Dr. Berry. He is outstanding.

Dr. Berry diagnosed a rare maternal condition that resulted in 4 consecutive miscarriages prior to going under his care. Other OBs and maternal/​fetal medicine specialists had written me of as «unexplained recurrent pregnancy loss» with no options for treatment and little hope of ever making it past the 1^st trimester.
The sense of hopelessness I felt when I first met with Dr. Berry in 2008, immediately vanished. After reviewing my history and only a few minutes of some probing questions, he very confidently suggested a care plan to implement immediately after the next confirmed conception. (2009 + test 1^st appointment) Under Dr. Berry’s care, he and his exceptional team of U/​S Techs and Med Assistants closely monitored my health, my medications and the baby (s) progess. The result was 2 consecutive heathly pregnancies and 2 heathly full term babies. I am under his care once again for baby #3! It is still early, but everything is progressing well.
With each pregnancy, Dr. Berry worked closely with my OB, addressed all of our concerns and worries, and along with his team made me feel that I was receiving the best care possible. He is truly an expert in his field and an innovator. We put our trust in him with the most precious and important things in the world — our family and our future. Without his knowledge and expertise, our family as it is today would not exist. We will forever be grateful for what he has done for us. He is a phenomenal physcian and I would highly recommend him to anyone who has the need for specialized maternal/​fetal medical care.
As with any medical provider, I suggest making sure his practice is in your network before scheduling. It is also wise to get informed up front about what you as a patient are responsible for paying and the practice’s financial policy. You’d think that goes without saying, but based on other reviews, it does not.

I will not be reviewing Dr. Berry personally, because I have already decided to find another MFM (Perinatal) specialist.
I get a voicemail the day before my appt that said I will owe $ 400 for the visit. I am like «what?!» I called back the same day, and their office was closed. So, I called back the next morning (the day of my appt) and asked why it was so high and if I would be billed or make payments??? The billing lady said that I had to pay that full amount at the time of the appointment, no exception. She explained since my insurance deductible isn’t met, they wanted the FULL payment of both Dr. Berry & the Genetic Dr’s fees — which was $ 400! She also went on to say that I don’t have to go to them if I don’t want to (my primary OB was the one that went ahead and sent my Med Records and told them to call me for an appt)… But, I guess in her own rude way, she is right — and I will find another Perinatal specialist. I told her she isn’t doing her clients any favors by demanding full payment that the insurance doesn’t cover at each visit (and even rising of stress and blood pressure — the very thing we’re there for)!
Umm, I dont know about you — but I don’t plan at the drop of a hat to have $ 400+ just laying around, ontop of other budgeted expenses. (as a side note, I made a personal decision 7 years ago not to have any credit cards, and just an «emergency fund» [that I swore I would never dip into unless I was stranded or laying in an ER]). Weeks prior they mailed me stuff to perform my own finger prick blood test to mail into the lab to get done prior to this appt. They could’ve told me from the beginning that they want full payment if my deductible isn’t met… that way I could’ve had time to find another Dr. So, I told them since I had already taken time off of work and done blood for the appt, that I would keep it – but I would immediately be finding another Dr after the appt.
To go a step further, my husband and I were not planning on getting pregnant — I am a living statistic and poster child for those of you teenagers thinking you’re using protection. It doesnt always work. :-) (and then, of course, these expenses are even more so a surprise.) But, we are welcoming this «surprise», but in my 35 years of going to Dr’s (even with our last child), NEVER experienced a Dr’s office that DEMANDED that much money at the time of service!
SO, FAIR WARNING: If you do NOT want to pay the full amount that your insurance does not cover AT THE TIME OF SERVICE, then do not go to Dr. Berry (Austin Perinatal Associates)!!

My experience with Dr. Berry and Austin Perinatal was unfortunately not so pleasant. I was sent to Austin Perinatal by my OB for my routine anatomical appointment. The woman who scanned our baby was very nice and told us we were having a boy. She was not hesitant nor did she make us believe there was another possibility. We were beyond thrilled and began buying things for the nursery and told everyone we knew. A week later I go to my 20 week check up and my OB said that they marked the gender as «undetermined.» I was so confused. I had a picture with the boy genitals circled. I left and called Austin Perinatal. Later that day the woman who scanned me called me back explaining that it was «very clear in the picture that it was a boy» but they record a video while scanning and the baby was too active so Dr. Berry didn’t want to say a definite. Disappointed, I still felt from our conversation it was a boy. Eight, long weeks go by and we go back for a followup appointment. There was a different sonographer this time and she was also nice. I mentioned that we didn’t know the gender for sure, but we had heard ‘girl’ from another facility. She scanned me and said, «Well, there is a ‘nub’, but I could see how they said girl.» A «nub» to me, does not sound reassuring so she said that the doctor could scan me as well. I told her that I would prefer that. She seemed bothered and told me it might be a while. It did not take as long as expected, but Dr. Berry also seemed bothered. I don’t know why they were annoyed with me, when it was their own conflicting opinions I was confused with in the first place. He scanned me and said «I think girl.» «Think» also isn’t the most reassuring word. I said, «Are you sure?» He said” I am sure.” I was glad to hear someone say that although he was not warm but uncomfortably serious. He then proceeds to tell me that everything is normal with the baby, but she is «chunky.» Could he have used a more unprofessional word? Maybe, «bigger than average.» But «chunky.» Awful and completely unprofessional in my opinion. Dr. Berry and needs to most definitely work on his bedside manner as well as brush up on working his own equipment.
This office may be wonderful for ultrasounds and scans at finding problems, but they need to take a little more time studying gender if they want to give their opinion.

Can’t say enough good things about Dr. Berry. He was very thorough in explaining my wife’s risks regarding Protein S Deficiency and helped her make an informed decision about taking, or not taking, blood thinners during pregnancy.

Dr Berry is an excellent perinatologist and I would not trust anyone else in town. He is currently my perinatologist for a twin pregnancy and has been with me through all the ups and downs and I am now almost to term. I feel that I owe much of this to Dr Berry and my OB/​GYN. I would not trust any other perinatologist in town with my babies and could not recommend him more. If you want the best, then go to Dr Berry