1,163 Obstetrician-Gynecologists Found in South Gate, CA – Page 9

We found 1,163 Obstetrician-Gynecologists available in South Gate, CA with an average 4 stars across 8,678 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 601 Obstetrician-Gynecologists listed are accepting new patients and 467 accept Medicare. Showing 481 to 540 of 1,163 Obstetrician-Gynecologists.

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Dr. Catherine Marin DeUgarte, MD

Reproductive Endocrinology
Gave an accurate diagnosis
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Los Angeles, CA
"Dr Deugarte is the most compassionate, thoughtful, brilliant and caring physician I have ever seen. She has guided and supported me through countless ups and downs in my journey." View Profile

Dr. Ingrid Anne Rodi, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
Gave an accurate diagnosis
47 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Los Angeles, CA
"I don't have enough words to describe how wonderful Dr. Rodi and the staff, including but not limited to Carol, Ivory, Stephanie, Julie, and Alma, are at Pacific Fertility Center." View Profile

Dr. Ashim Kumar, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
Gave an accurate diagnosis
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Arcadia, CA
"After 4 years of unsuccessful tries at pregnancy Dr. Lunar made me dreams a reality with our little baby boy. 1 month after seeing him for the first time I was pregnant." View Profile

Pacific Fertility Center Los Angeles

Reproductive Endocrinology
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Los Angeles, CA
"Incredible customer service, bedside manner, and more. Highly recommend." View Profile

Shanekwah Melville, DNP, APRN, FNP-C

Family Medicine
10 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Houston, TX
Dr. Shanekwah Melville is a dedicated board-certified family nurse practitioner and the founder of Serenity Healthcare, PLLC, located in Houston, Texas. View Profile

Dr. Vicken V Sahakian, MD

Reproductive Endocrinology
Had a good bedside manner
39 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Los Angeles, CA
Dr. Vicken Sahakian is the Chief Medical Officer of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at Pacific Fertility Center Los Angeles (PFCLA). View Profile

Dr. Shawanda Renee Obey, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
Gave an accurate diagnosis
26 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
"My experience with Dr Obey was everything you could want as an expecting parent." View Profile

Dr. Michele L. Evans, MD

Reproductive Endocrinology
Flexible scheduling
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Glendale, CA
"She spent over an hour just talking to us, gathering history etc. at our initial consultation. She's knowledgable, easy to talk to, and answers email within hours." View Profile

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Dr. George Dalton Flanigan, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
46 years exp
Lynwood, CA1.0 mi
Dr. George Dalton Flanigan, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lynwood, CA, with another office in Burbank, CA. He has 46 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Kaitlin Delaney Crawford, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
7 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lynwood, CA1.0 mi
Dr. Kaitlin Delaney Crawford, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lynwood, CA, with other offices in Downey, CA and Torrance, CA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Renee Smith

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
Lynwood, CA1.0 mi
Renee Smith is a health care provider primarily located in Lynwood, CA, with another office in SANTA ANA, CA. Her specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology, Nurse Practitioner. View Profile

Dr. Stephen Daniel Higgins

Emergency Medicine
52 years exp
Lynwood, CA1.0 mi
Dr. Stephen Daniel Higgins is a health care provider primarily located in Lynwood, CA. He has 52 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Sarah Elizabeth Eckhardt, MD

Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
11 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lynwood, CA1.0 mi
Dr. Sarah Elizabeth Eckhardt, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lynwood, CA, with other offices in Downey, CA and Lynwood, CA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Jack Howard Sills, MD

Neonatology
47 years exp
Lynwood, CA1.0 mi
Dr. Jack Howard Sills, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lynwood, CA, with other offices in Orange, CA and Orange, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Gloria Maerina Morales, MD

Neonatology
46 years exp
Lynwood, CA1.0 mi
Dr. Gloria Maerina Morales, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lynwood, CA, with other offices in Cypress, CA and Anaheim, CA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Berdine Ann Li, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lynwood, CA1.0 mi
Dr. Berdine Ann Li, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lynwood, CA, with other offices in Downey, CA and Lynwood, CA. She has 37 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Kenneth Wan-Jay Fan, DO

Obstetrics & Gynecology
Accepting New Patients
Lynwood, CA1.0 mi
Dr. Kenneth Wan-Jay Fan, DO is a health care provider primarily located in Lynwood, CA, with other offices in Downey, CA and Downey, CA(and 8 other locations). View Profile

Dr. On Wing Lim, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
50 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lynwood, CA1.0 mi
Dr. On Wing Lim, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lynwood, CA, with other offices in Downey, CA and Downey, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Jasmin-Ann Domingo Reyes-Moncada, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
9 years exp
Lynwood, CA1.0 mi
Dr. Jasmin-Ann Domingo Reyes-Moncada, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lynwood, CA, with other offices in Downey, CA and Lynwood, CA. View Profile

Dr. Mariam George Hanna

Obstetrics & Gynecology
12 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lynwood, CA1.0 mi
Dr. Mariam George Hanna is a health care provider primarily located in Lynwood, CA, with other offices in Winchester, KY and Downey, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Marianne Sarah Hom, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
11 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Los Angeles, CA8.2 mi
Dr. Marianne Sarah Hom, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Los Angeles, CA, with other offices in Los Angeles, CA and Wynnewood, PA. She has 11 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Christina E Dancz, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
22 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Los Angeles, CA8.2 mi
Dr. Christina E Dancz, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Los Angeles, CA, with another office in Los Angeles, CA. She has 22 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Christine C Sterling, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
Los Angeles, CA8.2 mi
Dr. Christine C Sterling, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Los Angeles, CA, with another office in Los Angeles, CA. View Profile

Dr. Lauren Witchey, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
7 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Long Beach, CA9.1 mi
"She was kind and very consent based, always letting me know ahead of time what she was going to do and how it might feel before she did it." View Profile

Dr. Tania B Serna, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
20 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Torrance, CA9.6 mi
Dr. Tania B Serna, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Torrance, CA, with another office in San Francisco, CA. She has 20 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Phillip Pierre-Louis

Obstetrics & Gynecology
47 years exp
Lynwood, CA1.1 mi
Dr. Phillip Pierre-Louis is a health care provider primarily located in Lynwood, CA. He has 47 years of experience. His specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. Andrew Edward Luckey, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
56 years exp
Lynwood, CA1.1 mi
Dr. Andrew Edward Luckey, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lynwood, CA. He has 56 years of experience. His specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. Charlotte Lea Conturie, MD

Maternal & Fetal Medicine
14 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Los Angeles, CA8.3 mi
Dr. Charlotte Lea Conturie, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Los Angeles, CA, with other offices in Los Angeles, CA and STANFORD, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Namki Ki Chung

Obstetrics & Gynecology
56 years exp
Huntington Park, CA2.5 mi
Dr. Namki Ki Chung is a health care provider primarily located in Huntington Park, CA, with other offices in Mission Hills, CA and Huntington Park, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Wilfredo Linares Hernandez Linares, MD

Gynecologic Oncology
58 years exp
Los Angeles, CA8.8 mi
"Always respectful and a leader in his field. I will always be thankful for his humanity. Thank you Dr. H" View Profile

Dr. Mikael Nils Brisinger, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
38 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Los Angeles, CA7.9 mi
"Absolutely hands down the best doctor I've EVER been to. Some of these reviews are shocking to me. Not all miscarriages can be prevented." View Profile

Dr. Ramy Nassef Eskander, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
22 years exp
Long Beach, CA9.2 mi
"I didn't believe doctors like this still exist. First and foremost, Dr Eskander (or Dr E as his nurses call him) is a great doctor. He sat and just listened..." View Profile

Dr. Carol Williams Cotton, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
30 years exp
Los Angeles, CA7.7 mi
Dr. Carol Williams Cotton, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Los Angeles, CA, with another office in Los Angeles, CA. She has 30 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Anna Karina Celaya, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
17 years exp
Los Angeles, CA7.9 mi
"Dr Celeya is wonderful!!! I'm a patient here at Harbor Ucla, and she always makes me feel comfortable. She's very nice, and very professional!" View Profile

Dr. Vikas Sachar, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
31 years exp
Torrance, CA9.6 mi
Dr. Vikas Sachar, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Torrance, CA, with other offices in Torrance, CA and Torrance, CA. He has 31 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Mohammad Hadi Emamian, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
47 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Long Beach, CA9.2 mi
"Dr. Mohammed Emamian is always immersed in his patients. I think that he has a couple hundred a day. No exaggeration." View Profile

Dr. Jeffrey Ronald Reiss, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
48 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Downey, CA3.6 mi
Dr. Jeffrey Ronald Reiss, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Downey, CA, with other offices in Huntington Park, CA and Downey, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Vinh Ngoc Khanh Vo, DO

Obstetrics & Gynecology
20 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Downey, CA3.6 mi
Dr. Vinh Ngoc Khanh Vo, DO is a health care provider primarily located in Downey, CA, with other offices in Downey, CA and Monterey Park, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Jessica Beth Simpson, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
22 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Downey, CA3.6 mi
Dr. Jessica Beth Simpson, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Downey, CA, with other offices in Vista, CA and Long Beach, CA(and 6 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Stratton Robert Easter, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
77 years exp
Lynwood, CA1.3 mi
Dr. Stratton Robert Easter, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lynwood, CA. They have 77 years of experience. Their specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. Alla Sragets, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
38 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Los Angeles, CA9.2 mi
"This review is about the staff in the office and not Dr Stodgel. I would not recommend going there. The staff is not nice and even rude and inattentive." View Profile

Dr. Maria Elena Capaldo, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
45 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Gardena, CA7.5 mi
"Dr. Capaldo was my OBGYN for 5yrs, i had seen a few doctors but she was by far the best." View Profile

Dr. Sandra Denise Kim, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
30 years exp
Torrance, CA9.6 mi
"I had my first open myomectomy surgery and she did a great job. I was up and walking normally a day after surgery and had a speedy recovery." View Profile

Dr. Nassim Moradi, MD

Anesthesiology
29 years exp
Long Beach, CA9.2 mi
"I had a very nice experience with her at Rancho Los Amigos.Nice and knowledgeable" View Profile

Dr. Veronica Jazmin Grijalva

Obstetrics & Gynecology
15 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Inglewood, CA8.9 mi
Dr. Veronica Jazmin Grijalva is a health care provider primarily located in Inglewood, CA, with other offices in Los Angeles, CA and Inglewood, CA. She has 15 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Manasa Patna Kavasery

Obstetrics & Gynecology
16 years exp
Torrance, CA9.6 mi
Dr. Manasa Patna Kavasery is a health care provider primarily located in Torrance, CA. She has 16 years of experience. Her specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. Mansoor Mirsaidi, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
65 years exp
Gardena, CA6.7 mi
Dr. Mansoor Mirsaidi, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Gardena, CA, with another office in North Chesterfield, VA. He has 65 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Khadijah Lori Lang, MD

Family Medicine
39 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Los Angeles, CA7.8 mi
"She holds a very special place in my heart." View Profile

Dr. Raquel Dianne Arias, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
44 years exp
Los Angeles, CA8.2 mi
Dr. Raquel Dianne Arias, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Los Angeles, CA, with other offices in LOS ANGELES, CA and Los Angeles, CA. View Profile

Dr. Masao Nakamoto, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
71 years exp
Los Angeles, CA7.7 mi
Dr. Masao Nakamoto, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Los Angeles, CA. They have 71 years of experience. Their specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. Ruben Marmet, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
64 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Downey, CA3.9 mi
Dr. Ruben Marmet, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Downey, CA, with other offices in Los Angeles, CA and Torrance, CA(and 6 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Ian Brent Tilley, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
HUNTINGTON PARK, CA3.8 mi
Dr. Ian Brent Tilley, MD is a health care provider primarily located in HUNTINGTON PARK, CA, with other offices in Los Angeles, CA and Whittier, CA(and 10 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Corinne Casino, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
8 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Cudahy, CA1.6 mi
Dr. Corinne Casino, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Cudahy, CA, with other offices in Downey, CA and Harbor City, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Gaudencia Rueda

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
Cudahy, CA1.6 mi
Gaudencia Rueda is a health care provider primarily located in Cudahy, CA. Her specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology, Nurse Practitioner. View Profile

Dr. Marta Lalith Cheatham-Lott, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
32 years exp
Inglewood, CA8.9 mi
Dr. Marta Lalith Cheatham-Lott, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Inglewood, CA, with other offices in San Bernardino, CA and San Bernardino, CA. View Profile

Dr. Hiren Y Patel, DO

Obstetrics & Gynecology
23 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Long Beach, CA9.1 mi
Dr. Hiren Y Patel, DO is a health care provider primarily located in Long Beach, CA, with other offices in Long Beach, CA and Long Beach, CA(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Sang Hyo Park, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
55 years exp
Los Angeles, CA7.8 mi
Dr. Sang Hyo Park, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Los Angeles, CA, with other offices in Los Angeles, CA and Los Angeles, CA. He has 55 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Anjali Mahoney, MD

Family Medicine
19 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Los Angeles, CA8.3 mi

Dr. Youssef Lalezarian, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
65 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Los Angeles, CA3.9 mi
Dr. Youssef Lalezarian, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Los Angeles, CA, with another office in LOS ANGELES, CA. He has 65 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Nalini S Brahmbhatt, MD

Neonatology
61 years exp
Inglewood, CA8.9 mi
Dr. Nalini S Brahmbhatt, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Inglewood, CA, with another office in Torrance, CA. She has 61 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Jose Sia Kua, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
55 years exp
Paramount, CA4.4 mi
Dr. Jose Sia Kua, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Paramount, CA, with another office in Lakewood, CA. He has 55 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Erica Flores, DO

Obstetrics & Gynecology
7 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Carson, CA8.9 mi
Dr. Erica Flores, DO is a health care provider primarily located in Carson, CA. She has 7 years of experience. Her specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. Aviv Tarrab Herzlich, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
12 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Carson, CA8.9 mi
Dr. Aviv Tarrab Herzlich, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Carson, CA, with another office in Carson, CA. She has 12 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Nicholas S C Lee, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
57 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Long Beach, CA9.2 mi
"DR. LEE REALLY ANSWERED MY QUESTIONS AND HELPED ME WITH MY PROBLEM BEYOND MY EXPECTATIONS!!! (He was referred to me by my regular doctor for a serious problem." View Profile

Dr. Mahin Mashhood Farid, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
57 years exp
Bellflower, CA4.4 mi
Dr. Mahin Mashhood Farid, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Bellflower, CA. She has 57 years of experience. Her specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. Kristine Renee Penner-Klein, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
21 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Long Beach, CA9.2 mi
"This woman is my champion. She is amazing. I feel blessed to have her at my side guiding me thru my issues. Great bedside manner, compassionate, kind and knowledgeable." View Profile

Dr. Debra Loraine Reigel, MD

Family Medicine
34 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Downey, CA3.9 mi
"She also speaks spanish" View Profile

Dr. Lisa Marie Vasquez, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
20 years exp
Monterey Park, CA8.1 mi
"Dr Vasquez is the best Dr EVER I miss seeing her." View Profile

What is an Obstetrician-Gynecologist and How Can They Help You?

An OB-GYN physician specializes in women's reproductive health throughout the lifespan, including pregnancy care and childbirth. These specialists provide both surgical and medical management from adolescence through post-menopausal years.

OB-GYNs complete medical school and a four-year obstetrics and gynecology residency combining surgical and medical training. Some pursue subspecialty fellowship in maternal-fetal medicine, gynecologic cancer, or fertility medicine.

An OB-GYN's clinical practice includes:

  • Concentrates on reproductive health, pregnancy management, and childbirth
  • Conducts gynecologic examinations, cervical cancer screening, prenatal monitoring, deliveries, and gynecologic operations
  • Manages gestational complications, menstrual irregularities, reproductive challenges, ovarian pathology, uterine fibroids, and menopausal transition
  • Provides pregnancy surveillance, operative deliveries, hysterectomies, hormonal interventions, and preventive care
  • Known as: women's health physician, obstetrician, gynecologist, MD, DO

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to search for an Obstetrician-Gynecologist in South Gate who accepts my health insurance?
Navigate to the insurance filter located at the top of the search page and select your health plan. This will display only Obstetrician-Gynecologists in South Gate who are in-network with your carrier. For additional confirmation, visit each doctor's profile or reach out to their office by phone.
Where can I find Obstetrician-Gynecologists in South Gate who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Obstetrician-Gynecologists providing telehealth services in South Gate. Check each doctor's profile for video visit options and online scheduling availability. You may also call their office to set up a remote consultation.
What's the easiest way to locate highly-rated Obstetrician-Gynecologists in South Gate?
Use the "Ratings" filter at the top of the search page to filter results by the average star rating. Browse individual profiles to see patient reviews and ratings in detail. When comparing Obstetrician-Gynecologists, look at both the average star rating and how many patients have submitted reviews.
Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with an Obstetrician-Gynecologist in South Gate?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in South Gate. If you don't see same-day openings listed online, try calling their office—walk-in times may be available that don't appear on the website.
Which Obstetrician-Gynecologists in South Gate have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in South Gate. This helps you find an Obstetrician-Gynecologist that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Obstetrician-Gynecologists in South Gate without calling?
Search for Obstetrician-Gynecologists who have "Book Online" or "Request Now" options on their profiles. Click these buttons to access online appointment scheduling. If a provider doesn't offer web-based booking, their phone number will be available for traditional scheduling.
How do I locate an Obstetrician-Gynecologist in South Gate with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Obstetrician-Gynecologists in South Gate. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
How do I leave feedback about my appointment with an Obstetrician-Gynecologist in South Gate?
Go to your doctor's profile page and click the "Leave a Review" button or link. You can share your rating and write about your experience. Patient reviews like yours help others in the community choose the right Obstetrician-Gynecologist.
How can I locate an Obstetrician-Gynecologist in South Gate who is fluent in my preferred language?
Review the language information displayed on individual profiles for Obstetrician-Gynecologists. If this information isn't available online, contact the office directly to ask about the doctor's language capabilities or whether interpreters are available.
How do I search for an Obstetrician-Gynecologist in South Gate who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
Check the "Hospital Affiliation" and "Locations" sections on each provider's profile to see where Obstetrician-Gynecologists practice. You can also enter a specific hospital or medical group name into the search tool to find Obstetrician-Gynecologists who work there.

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