Dr. Joanne Herrman, MD

Good: Dr. Herrman -- Best OB/GYN I have ever had an appointment with!. Bad: There was nothing to dislike!. Improvements: None that I know of. Other: I missed my first appointment with her but did not get charged. Also no scolding for not having a GYN exam for at least seven or eight years.. No paper gowns either. She sews two piece skirts and tops for her exams. Also has padded stirrups (no cold metal to deal with in her office).. more

I had a very similar experience to Shelley G. She is nice and friendly until you mention something she doesn't agree with, such as anything alternative. I was told at age 47 that it's just "Mental Pause" (a term I find condescending) and there is nothing I can do about how I'm feeling. She insulted the test done by my Primary who is an MD that works in alternative methods along with traditional, and went so far as to lie about my primary doctors credentials. Telling me that the only reason my dr was doing alternative care was that she was kicked out of the hospital, I found this unprofessional and have since found another doctor. BTW thanks to my alternative doctor I feel much better and am no longer experiencing most of the perimenopause symptoms. more

Good: Dr. Herrman is very polite, friendly, and even humorous. Her staff is also considerate. She is also very gentle during the examination.. Bad: She asks how you are doing but doesn't really listen much to what you have to say. If you are looking for anything other than the standard medical protocol then go somewhere else. When I tried to discuss some problems I was having and the use of natural supplements and therapies, she immediately got a stiff, condescending smile on her face almost as if she pitied my ignorance. If you are happy to take home a prescription for the latest drug, then Dr. Herrman is your woman.. Improvements: Dr. Herrman, as a doctor for women, really needs to read up on and embrace alternative therapies for her patients. She is overweight herself and would probably benefit from some in-depth nutrition courses. I think women my age (43) are tired of being told they need a prescription or that their problems are psychological. Preventive medicine seems to like such a better choice than trying to treat the illness once it's out of control.. Other: I am moving soon, but if I were staying in the area I would look for another doctor who will listen to me.. more

Dr. Herrman is great. I've been seeing her since I was 19. I have always felt comfortable with her. She is thorough and competent. more

Good: Skill, communication, insight, perspective, experience, compassion, efficient and kind office staff. Bad: Nothing. Improvements: None. more

Even in the most uncomfortable of situations, Dr. Herrman makes me feel comfortable. Her office staff could be a little friendlier and sometimes it takes a while to get an appointment, but it's because she's such a great doctor. more

I have seen this doctor for many, many years. My mom had been her patient. She is the most wonderful gynecologist. She is not an obstetrician, however. You usually can get in for an appointment when you need one with little difficulty. She is very warm and friendly, and makes you feel very comfortable in an otherwise uncomfortable situation. I highly recommend Dr. Herrman! more