Crowe, Donna J, Md - Women

I have been going to Dr. Crowe for over 10 years. I can't recommend her enough. She is just fantastic. She delivered my first baby 3 years ago & was such a wonderful help. I chose a natural birth (at Centennial) & she was incredibly supportive of that choice. She is friendly, caring, non-alarmist, & calming. I am pregnant again & excited to have Dr. Crowe as my OB/GYN. more

My experience with Dr Crowe has been AMAZING. I never thought I would describe an OB/GYN that way but she helped me so much during a difficult time. 2 years ago I carried a surrogate pregnancy that did not go as we hoped. It was a bit of a nightmare but my saving grace throughout was Dr Crowe and her lovely nurse Vicki. They were always so incredibly kind and understanding. I can be difficult to understand, I tend to mumble and often have a hard time articulating what is going on, but they took the time to listen to me and really hear what was happening behind the scenes. Their compassion and support bolstered me the whole way. Then, during labor Dr Crowe was so calm and encouraging. What a peaceful labor experience! I am so thankful to her and her staff for seeing me through that hard time. Now I am pregnant again and I look forward to this journey with them as my care givers. The whole staff is friendly and welcoming. You'll see, the front desk ladies just chat you up and make you feel special each and every visit. They remember my children and what is happening in our lives. I believe Dr Crowe went out of her way to surround herself with kind loving people and it makes her office a warm inviting environment. more

We moved here june 2011 and i was about 5 months pregnant and so worried about prenatal care. I researched online and based on reviews I chose Dr. Crowe. I must say it was the best choice I had ever made. I love this doctor and all the staff. They are so kind and attentive and everytime I go in the front desk ladies are always so sweet. I forget Im going in for an appointment and end up chatting away. I swear I could hang out with many of them there outside of this office. It's clean, friendly, and very professional there. We are Moving to Hendersonville soon and while it is not too far from Nashville I wouldnt give up my Dr. Crowe for anything. I highly recommend this establishment for all your gynocoligical (spelling) care. more

My experience with Dr. Crowe from this group was very disappointing. I had went for my first OB appointment where I was told that I had a healthy _ week old pregnancy. I felt great and two days later, on a Friday, I got a call from Dr. Crowe, AT WORK says I was going to miscarry. I was a mess; I had to leave my job and since they work half a day on Friday, I had to spend the weekend in absolute misery wondering what happened. I was a having no signs or symptoms that would indicate that I was going to miscarry. I was so upset and ANGRY!!! She told me I had 3 options and I would decide Monday what I wanted to do. I went back on Monday, still without any symptoms of a miscarriage, and it was so cold and unpersonal. It made the whole things worse. My husband was very upset to. This was my first preganancy and there was no compassion or empathy or consoling. NOTHING! I had first decided on a D&C and they said they would not recommend it, then I said I would go with the medication, they told me they really didn't want to give that to me. I thought ok, you said I had 3 options, but in reality YOU are going to tell me what to do. AND THEY DID. It was awful. I had to miscarry at home and it was a very emotional and physically painful experience. I felt that Dr. Crowe and her nurse just wanted to get me out of there. Even the lab technician was ugly to us. I was very upset and was crying so instead of going to the lab, they had someone come in the room where we were. When she came in she breathed hard, rolled her eyes and said,""I have already been back here once today."" Well, I won't ever be back there. Pregnancy is just too beautiful and emotional of a thing to be treated like that no matter what the situation. Pros: The lady who checks you in at the office was the nicest person to me. Cons: several more

I see Dr. Norman, but the whole staff is lovely. I'm not a mom or an expectant one, but the vibe there with so many pregnant women (& sometimes little babies) is upbeat and positive. The waiting area itself is spread out with nice decor so you don't feel like you're in a doctor's office. Dr. Norman is really comforting and her paps are totally quick and painless. I found this office through Citysearch when I moved here and I am a loyal user of it's service now. Personal testimonials are the best. Update 7/2010 - I am now an expectant mom and I can't say enough how great this place is. Dr. Norman has been as excited as I about the upcoming birth of our baby. I'm a 44 year old first time mom so getting to this stage required some support, effort & knowledge - Dr. Norman was a great partner in all of this. Pros: free parking, great quality care, ease of check in more

I cannot say enough positive things about Dr. Anne Wise. I have been a patient for ten years now and am devestated because I am moving to another state and won't be able to go back to her. There may be a long wait for an annual exam, but there usually is for a very good doctor. There was also an occasional wait in the waiting room, but when you get back there for your exam, you understand why. I never once felt ""rushed"" even on days when they were running behind. Both Melissa and Dr. Wise listen very intently and genuinely seem concerned about you and your well being. Pros: Most caring physician I've ever been to; Melissa is wonderful. Cons: Can't think of any more

Dr. Wise is awesome - simply put. Yes the wait is kinda bad, but definately worth it. She is caring, honest and sweet. Everything to could ask for in a doctor. I just wish she did everything medical wise. Dr. Wise always listened to any problems or concerns. As a 20 yr old giving birth with abnormal circumstances (a broken leg and foot) she listened to all my complaining with a smile. Recentley I returned from a 5 yr break & they remembered me. Nurse Melissa even remembered my broken foot & both knew the name of my son! Pros: Sweet, Caring, Always listens, answers questions, very friendly and approachable Cons: Very busy waiting room with a long wait more

Dr. Wise has been taking care of me from my mid-teens to my first pregnancy. She and her nurse Melissa were always very warm and helpful and attentive. I went into labor the week that Dr. Wise was out (murphy's law), so Dr. Donna Crowe delivered my son. Like Dr. Wise, she also made me feel at ease throughout the labor process. Pros: Helpful, listens, works with you and your needs Cons: sometimes lengthy waits more

Dr. Anne Wise and her assistant, Melissa, simply put, were and still are a gift from God for my family and me. Cons: as with any good Dr., you may experience a wait. more

I have gone to Dr. Piper for about 15 years. She did my hysterectomy in 1997. Dr. Piper or a member of her group delivered all 5 of my grandchildren; my nephew who is now 17, my great-nephew who is 4 and will deliver another great-nephew due in April. I as well as my sister, two daughters, two nieces, and daughter-in-law all go to this group of doctors. At least two of the pregnancies were high risk pregnancies and the care they received was caring, professional and extremely satisfactory. Obviously, I would recommend this group of doctors. more

I am a first-time reviewer, but I had to comment on Dr. Schlechter. I have been a patient of hers for 7 years and just love her (and Cindy, her nurse.) The previous review was right on target: She is highly intelligent but very approachable with a great personality and sense of humor. She makes you feel as if you are her most important patient of the day, regardless of why you are seeing her. She delivered my youngest son and has also seen me through a miscarriage. During both happy times and sad ones, she has remained very consistent, with a high level of expertise but also very caring and confident. I trust her without reservation and would highly recommend her and her group. The staff is very professional and thorough, as well as efficient. Yes, they are busy but that speaks of their wonderful care. Each time I have called, Cindy has returned my call and taken care of my needs. This office will make you feel comfortable to the best of their ability. I couldn't imagine going anywhere else in Nashville (and I've delivered in Texas and North Carolina). I was also pleased with Dr. Kyzer during an ER visit one week-end when she was on call. She called me at home for 2 days following the ER visit just to check on me. You will be in good hands with this group! Pros: Very personable, easy to talk to, likes to laugh, highly skilled but not too serious, great with kids more

I completely disagree with debdeb01 regarding Dr. Piper. Dr. Piper has been my doctor for over 6 years and she is an excellent physician. I have sent many friends to Dr. Piper and all have been extremely pleased with the quality of care provided. At Dr. Piper?s office, you don?t feel like you are being rushed through the office visit. Dr. Piper takes the time to answer all of your questions and makes you feel like you are the most important person to her, and during your appointment, you are. In addition to Dr. Piper being a great doctor, she has wonderful partners and an exceptional staff. Pros: Quality of care more

Dr. Anne Wise has been my OB since 2002. She is very attentative and listens to her patients needs I was already 7 mths. pregnant when i changed from a horrible doctor to Dr. Wise. on all future pregnancies and gyno needs she will always be my first choice. Her staff is great also, especially her nurse Mellisa. She is always prompt in returning problem calls and calling in prescriptions. I would recommend her to anyone. The wait is long for a yearly exam and sometimes to see the doctor but, she is well worth the wait. more

This is my first time writing a review, but I'm so happy with Dr. Schlecter I had to write! She came very highly recommended to me by a friend and is as sharp as they come - very intelligent, very easy to talk to, with a good sense of humor, and compassionate to boot. She is fantastic, and I've referred as many people as possible to her. Go to this group - they are prompt, friendly, and easy to work with, as well as very good at what they do. more

I read the previous review after I scheduled my appointment with Dr. Piper. Imagine my fear. However, the experience I had was the complete opposite. Dr. Piper was cheerful, playful with my 6-year old, and thorough with my exam. I definitely plan to see her again! Pros: Great physician, nice staff Cons: Long wait time more

Dr Piper delivered my daughter early may and her and the entire practice couldn't have been more helpful. They are focused on making delivery the most safe and wonderful experience which I must say I had but if it wasnt for the amount af attention and care It could have been a lot less joyful! The staff at the office are helpful and friendly and Dr Piper is a very caring doctor, you can wait a little while to get into see the doctor but it really doesn't matter when you have the attention they give you. I know I'm in good hands! more

This OB doesn't listen to her patients, based on my personal experience as a pregnant mom. She says hello to you before she even enters the room, rarely makes eye contact and sits at a desk in the room, facing the wall, not the patient, while you talk to her. She will face you and talk to you, only if you are talking about something that interests her, and that is definitely not your well-being. She actually let me go pre-eclamptic, because she was obsessed with both my children being born on the same day, two years apart. I had explained that I had gone pre-eclamptic with my first child, and I was worried about doing the same with my second child, since my pre-eclamptic symptoms were stroke-like, in nature, i.e. loss of peripheral vision, numbness, inability to speak clearly, etc. My children's due dates were only one day apart, and she was convinced that the best thing was for them to have the same birthday, two years apart, and was willing, and did sacrifice my health to achieve this. I did go pre-eclamptic, complete with stroke-like symptoms, while driving and did get induced, emergently. I was actually sitting in her office, with loss of peripheral vision and inability to speak clearly, as if I were having a stroke, and no one but the receptionist, noticed anything was wrong. I was there to get my medical records, so I could go to another OB, but it was too late. Neither the office staff nor the MD knew I was changing MDs. I simply told them I wanted my records for the baby book. Anyway, having my history of pre-eclampsia, some medical staff in the office should have taken my bloodpressure to see if it was elevated, but no one did. They let me walk right out of the office, and drive home, with my two year old daughter in the backseat. Obviously, not only my vision was blurred and decreased, but so was my judgement. Anyway, I ended up on bloodpressure medicines that prevented me from breast feeding my last child. Do not use this doctor! Pros: Receptionist and non-medical staff is friendly Cons: Read my review. It says it all. more

I can't say enough about Dr. Crowe. Two years ago she delivered my son. Compaired to the horror of my first. Dr. Crowe provided a quiet calm space for me to naturally deliver my son. She was a calming force throughout my pregnancy and listened to my needs during delivery. After I had my son I was notified by my ins. carrier that I would no longer be able to go to her. I was crushed and for one year allowed myself to seek another. As soon as I got a chance to change insurors I made the move back to Dr. Crowe's office. It was like I never left. She got to see my son and kept our appt. brief like I like it. The groups staff is wonderful, personable and they remember your face and your issues or non issues. Pros: She's close to both hospitals and her calming disposition is a plus more

I'm 38 weeks and expecting my third child, which I would have never imaged after the horror of experiencing post-partum hemorrhaging with my first child. I had no complications with my second who is now a vivacious 17 months old beauty (delivered by Dr.Wise). Dr.Wise is not only a wonderful and brilliant OB, but she's a great listener and really takes time to hear out one's concerns. The nurses are great, but I must admit that I've had one or two rude encounters with her office staff, which had no bearing on my feelings about the group. Yes, I admit I've waited 45 minutes to see her but that should speak volumes about this physician. My appointment time usually begins within ten to fifteen minutes of the scheduled time and I feel at ease taking my two children with me to any of my appointments Pros: good listener, sincerely cares, great availability more

I attend many births and see how many doctors in nashville do labor and delivery. MY favorite is this group and Dr. Crowe.(also Drs wise, Kyser, Scott) Many of the women I coach want a natural birth without epidural or induction. Donna does a Fabulous job of supporting these women and helping them reach their goals. This group is good about referring women to take a natural childbirth class and preparing if they want to do a unmedicated birth. I myself liked donna so well I choose her to be my doctor. I have also refered many women to her and they have all loved their care by her. Pros: did natural birth, easy to talk to, genuine more