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Dr. Alison Oswald, MD

Dr. Alison Oswald, MD

Pediatrics*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Alison Oswald, MD is a pediatrician in Saint Louis, MO and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN / FACULTY OF MEDICINE in 1992. She is affiliated with Progress West Hospital.

3 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

615 S New Ballas Rd Saint Louis, MO 63141

At a Glance

  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. See reviews
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Dr. Oswald's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Oswald

3.0
12 ratings, 7 with a written review
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Concerned parent
Telehealth
She is rude and tends to lecture parents. Makes you like a terrible parent. Not recommend at all
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Oct 04, 2024
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My daughter (15) and my son (7) are both patients of Dr. Oswald. They see her regularly. She very intelligent and always to the point. She's always willing to answer questions and explain things in detail when needed.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Anthony – Dec 15, 2021
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I have 5 children ranging in age from 21 to 6. I have never had a doctor try to make me feel like a bad parent until I met Dr. Oswald. She lectured us, was very rude, and then up and walked out without anything to say to my sick little girl. Not even "I hope you feel better". Awful personality!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Dec 09, 2019
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Great pediatrician that always listens and gives solid advice on what is best for your child!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 29, 2018
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She is very caring and thorough. Listens to parents concerns and checks on them. Invests time in getting to know her patients and their family dynamics. A wonderful person and very knowledgeable practitioner.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Wentzville, MO – Oct 03, 2017
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She is rude and unprofessional. She makes condescending remarks to the parents. My child had been very ill and we went to an urgent care after hours since her office was closed. My child was 99.9% better thanks to the urgent care's xrays and appropriate meds that were prescribed. We went to Dr Oswald for a simple follow up visit a week later . Never did I expect a lecture from a Dr who was upset because we used an urgent care & had negative things to say about other drs/clinic. Very nasty DR!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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O'Fallon, Mom in O Fallon, MO – Jan 11, 2017
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She is rude and doesn't want to work with other specialist when there was a need. When my child complained about chest pain, she threatened her that she might have to meet with a heart specialist. Later the other pediatrician found that she was experiencing a joint pain in the ribs due to a medical cause. It was a night mare working with Dr. Oswald. She can handle kids with no medical issues but I would never ever recommend her or go back to her if your kid has medical condition to be treated.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 others found this helpful
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Mom in Wentzville, MO – Dec 13, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Alison Oswald, MD is a pediatrician in Saint Louis, MO and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN / FACULTY OF MEDICINE in 1992. She is affiliated with Progress West Hospital.
  • Pediatrics

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  • University Of Cape Town / Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
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Locations

Practice

Mercy Hospital St. Louis615 S New Ballas Rd Saint Louis, MO 63141
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Progress West Hospital

    2 Progress Point Pkwy
    O Fallon, MO 63368
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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