Dr. William M Unwin, MD

I had a deeply disappointing experience with this OBGYN. I came in prepared to have an informed discussion about my concerns, but instead of being allowed to speak or ask questions, I was repeatedly interrupted and talked over. The entire conversation was framed around worst-case scenarios, with no room for nuance, evidence-based discussion, or collaborative decision-making.When I respectfully disagreed and attempted to advocate for myself, the physician appeared to take it personally rather than professionally. Instead of engaging in informed consent - which should include risks, benefits, and reasonable alternatives - the interaction felt one-sided and dismissive.The most concerning moment was when, after I expressed that I wasn't comfortable with the recommendation, he simply said, "Okay, good luck," and walked out. That is not patient-centered care. It felt disrespectful and unprofessional.Patients deserve space to ask questions, process information, and participate in their own… medical decisions without being made to feel difficult for thinking critically. Unfortunately, that was not my experience here.

Dr. Unwim is very professional and friendly

I always have an excellent experience when I visit.

He was so kind during my procedure. Made me feel comfortable when I was nervous.

Dr Unwin and staff have always been very professional and knowledgeable in the area of women’s healthcare. When it comes time for my routine exams, I always feel confident I am getting the best care available. Thank you to Dr Unwin and Staff for your services.

Dr. Unwin answered all the questions I had and was very pleasant. It was a very comfortable appointment.

I appreciate professional, attentive treatment by Dr Unwin He addressed all my concerns and questions in an easy to understand manner.

There are a number of special situations where your care provider might recommend a C-section. It's important to note that in the situations listed below, research does not support a specific need for C-section based on risk of the previous C-section scar rupturing. If you're facing any of these situations, you may have to push your doctor a bit to consider the VBAC option. Your care provider doesn't know what type of uterine scar you have. Many years ago, studies showed that a side-to-side cut on the lower part of the uterus (low transverse incision) produced a much stronger scar than the previously used up-and-down (classical) incision. As a result, nearly all women who had a C-section before and are pregnant again have a side-to-side scar. To be sure what kind of scar you have, your care provider will need your medical record from your earlier C-section (the direction of the scar on your skin may not be the same as the scar on your uterus). Ultimately, research suggests that there… is no increased risk for scar rupture in women when the direction of the scar is unknown, compared with women with a known low transverse scar. Your previous C-section was because you had a premature (preterm) birth. In this case, the lower part of your uterus may not have developed enough when you had the C-section to allow the doctor to do a side-to-side cut, so she or he might have done an up-and-down incision at the bottom of the uterus. The limited research available shows this type of scar should be just as strong as the more common side-to-side scar. Your doctor expects your baby to be larger than average. Some people believe babies that are expected to weigh more than 8 pounds, 13 ounces (4,000 grams) put extra pressure on the C-section scar, increasing risk of rupture. Research does not support this concern. Your pregnancy goes beyond your due date. Studies do not show an increase in problems with the scar in pregnancies going beyond 40 weeks, although some studies show an increase if labor is induced after this point. You're expecting twins. Studies have not shown an increase in problems with the scar during labor with twins, compared with one baby. Your baby is in a buttocks- or feet-first (breech) position. Few providers are comfortable with vaginal birth for breech babies, even if you haven't had a C-section before. That being said, if you're interested in attempting VBAC and your baby is breech, your provider can use hand maneuvers on the belly to try to turn the baby into a head-first position (external cephalic version). There is little research on whether turning the baby could increase risk of scar rupture, but the existing research does not indicate increased risk.

2x mom here and I'm expecting my 3rd child in May. I have to speak negative on Dr William Unwin as the last post because he really doesn't care when he services patience (based on my experience) My last visit was on my birthday and he was pushing for me to get a c-section even though I clearly stated to him that I told someone in my first ever visit that I wanted to try VBAC. He kept making smart remarks on what he knows to be right based on other people he delivered. DUDE I am an individual! He didn't introduce himself when he came into my room, asked how I was or if I had any questions or concerns and avoided eye contact with me when speaking to me. HOW RUDE! He is a very old doctor and I don't want to pass judgment, but whenever I deal with an older male doctor they tend to ignore or don't care to go with what the expecting mother wants. AVOID HIM AT ALL COSTS IN MY OPINION since he had another bad review and yet this practice seems to not care and continue to allow him to treat… patients anyway he feels. (called to make a complaint about him) I didn't receive any calls, voicemails, texts or anything from this practice about my problem. This is making me think when someone complains it falls on DEAF ears! They don't respond to care I turn to Google and other forms to SPEAK OUT!

Love this office, always prompt with responses and call backs. Sometimes appointments are delayed but emergencies happen.