Haifa S Al-Azawi, MD

Dr. Azawi was absolutely the WORST! I actually left in TEARS because of the way she made me feel.
(THIS IS LONG BUT WILL SHOW THE EXACT EXPERIENCE I HAD WITH AZAWI)
First off, I came in for a Pap Smear. The staff there was incredible. Naomi first helped me and we talked about everything going on. Then took me to another room to be examined by Dr. Azawi.
Dr. Azawi came in about five minutes later and was in a horrible mood because she said she was not feeling good. I first asked if she can explain exactly what she is going to do with the utensils. Without saying a word, she left the room and I heard her yelling at Naomi saying, «Why didn’t you consult her about the procedure? Go talk to her! She doesn’t know why she is here obviously!» Poor Naomi came in right after to explain the utensils.
Then Dr. Azawi came in and did the procedure. I asked her birth control methods.
And she exactly said, «That is not my job. I do the physical examination, not a consultant. If you have questions, talk to Naomi.» But I explained to her how serious my irregular periods became. She said, «April, you are 21. I know 13 year olds that know more than you. You act like a little kid not knowing what is going on with your body. Don’t you have friends that are on the pill? You are 21. If I talk to you, it is going to take my whole day. I can’t do that for you. I am not a teacher. I will get Naomi.» Then she called me a kid when she left.
Naomi came back in and talked to me. I cried from my frustration. Naomi again explained how the doctor is just feeling sick and apologized.
Few minutes passed with Naomi.
Azawi came back in and said, «Why are you crying? You know kid, I take my job serious and I am straight with my words. If you can’t handle it, be more confident when you talk to a doctor. (Naomi left). Then I told her straight out, «I am not a kid so don’t treat me like one or talk down to me just because I am asking you a question. I have a concern but ALL you did was make me feel DUMB for not knowing.»
She looked at my chart and saw I used to be on anxiety medicine. And said, «OOOHH, YOU are just DEPRESSED and SENSITIVE. HERE, HERE is a lollipop. Can you smile for me now? Smile, April, Smile big for me? Aw, no smile? «SOOO DEGRADING. I WAS COMPLETELY SHOCKED HOW SHE USED MY ANXIETY TO TREAT ME LIKE A KID. Then, I finally put my foot down and exchanged few words with her. More things were said, but it is too embarrassing for me to even say.
No words can truly explain my experience with Dr. AZAWI. Which is why I choose to tell my experience for you to judge for yourself. Not only did she use my health history against me, talk down to me, and made me feel like a mental case for just asking about birth control, she manage to also yell at my mother when I stormed out of the office saying «YOUR DAUGHTER IS JUST SENSITIVE.»
Honestly, do not see AZAWI. If anything, NAOMI and staff was the better help. Azawi talks down to you, rude, and completely unprofessional.

Dr. Azawi has been my OBGYN for 3 ½ years now & delivered my first son at Los Alamitos. I had a completely normal pregnancy until the last few days when my blood pressure sky rocketed?! Scary. She was really patient & thorough about giving my husband advise, and not being pushy on what may be the best procedure for my condition. We trusted her & the result was a a healthy baby boy and a very fast & non-​complicated recovery for me!
As far as bedside manner is concerned she is #1, because she makes you feel like this glowing goddess every time she sees you (even though you probably feel like a cow or horrible); she is knowledgeable, genuine and caring– traits I want from someone examining & treating my womanly parts lol
Her office in Los Alamitos is definitely nicer than her Paramount office, but it’s closed for upgrades I believe. The only thing she is lacking is her Paramount office technology is in real need of an upgrade (which is why I gave her 4 stars instead of 5) although it still does it’s duty, I’m a «techie» & picky so it would be nice to have a better quality ultrasound or whatever. Her staff is experienced and helpful– the office speaks Spanish & Arabic. They took care of advising me on any insurance, lab & disability stuff that needed to be done so it was clear to me.
Now she is 2 weeks or so from delivering my 2^nd child & she has been the same great lady, and as expected was always looking out for my best interest! So far so good!
If you are considering having her as an OB come in at meet her & you will see how comfortable she can make you feel. Love Dr Azawi!

Dr. Azawi delivered my first baby and I must say she was the best OB I’ve ever had. She is very patient and nurturing. Every time I came in to see her she always gave me a hug. She always had time to chat about what concerns I had and was always available to answer my questions.
Her staff is friendly. She has 2 offices, which her main one is in Paramount. I would primarily see her in Los Alamitos, however, for ultrasounds and blood work I would have to go to the Paramount office. Her main office is a little outdated and Judge Judy is always playing on the TV in the waiting room.
My only complaint is at the Los Alamitos office, there are no toliet seat covers, hand soap and paper towels in the bathroom. I suppose if you want all that, you’d have to go to the bathroom down the hall.
Overall, love this Dr. She is the best!