She was very rushed and did not take a long time explaining things. I inferred about several problems I was having and she found one problem and did not search for any other reasons for the problems I was having. She rushed through my appointment even though I had waited for an appointment for five weeks. She did not seem interested or engaged at all. Also, her cell phone rang very loudly during my appointment...she took the call. It was her nanny. Other OBGYN's I've seen have always told me what they were doing, saying "okay now I'm going to do this, or check for this" but she gave me no warning. Wouldn't recommend her.

Submitted Nov. 28, 2009

I have only seen her once so far, but a friend recommended her and I'm glad she did. I have menopausal issues and she took all the time I needed, she listened, came up with a variety of solutions to try, was very helpful and was overall great. Her nurse was downright fantastic! I will definitely continue to see her.

Submitted Nov. 7, 2009

I too agree with you.... this doctor has little to no bedside manners. I had not seen her for three years and not once did she ask how was I doing. I always feel rushed. During my last visit I was on the table ready for my pap, and face light up when she received a text from her child. After she texted her child back her personality went flat again. Perhaps her calling should have been a CEO.

Submitted Aug. 16, 2009

I concur with the first post. She is a great MD just no bedside manner. When I saw that there wasn't a heartbeat I was devastated and she was basically disinterested. I didn't need a hug but a positive view and some sympathy would have been great. I switched to Northwest Women's Health and miscarried there as well. The reaction was completely different. Dr Faulkner is bright but I wanted a little more than that.

Submitted Nov. 10, 2008

I am the first writer, and I would like to amend my comments about this doctor. After my appointment, I sent a note to Dr. Faulkner, explaining my distress and what I felt could have been done differently. She immediately called and left a message to offer her condolences, as well as offering to talk. I really respected and appreciated that. I decided I would call her back and I'm glad I did. It became clear during our conversation that she is indeed a compassionate and kind person who felt badly that things hadn't gone well. Thank you Dr. Faulkner and well done for having the consideration to listen and take action. I'm sure anyone would be happy to see a doctor who treats their patients this well.

Submitted April 18, 2007

Dr. Faulkner delivered both of my children and would use her again if I were to get pregnant (not going to). However, I do understand the previous writer's frustration. While Dr. Faulkner is great at the technical stuff, she could be a little more warm and fuzzy. Saying that, she was wonderful in the delivery room with me, and I calmed my fears when my baby came out blue - my husband later told me how frightening & serious it was, and I didn't pick up on it.

Submitted April 15, 2007

When I became pregnant, this doctor was recommended to me as technically, one of the best in town. I imagine that this is probably true. However, when I found out that my baby no longer had a heartbeat, she handled the situation very poorly, making a bad sitation that much more painful for me. Some helpful advice to doctors out there who may have to impart such news to your patients: 1) If you inadvertently say something tactless to your patient, apologize or clarify when you see her reaction to it. 2) This might be nothing but a "day in the office" to you, but to your patient, this is a huge, life-changing event. Help her find a private place to grieve and absorb the news. Most people do not want to grieve publicly in Starbucks which was what was suggested to me until a 2nd ultrasound could be arranged 3) Offer to call the woman's partner or a friend so she has support. 4) Acknowledge that she has experienced a loss. A simple "I'm sorry" or a hug goes a long way.

Submitted April 14, 2007