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Dr. Donelle Laughlin, MD

Dr. Donelle Laughlin, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Donelle Laughlin, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Monterey, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Laughlin has extensive experience in Gynecologic Conditions. She graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine in 1996. She is affiliated with medical facilities Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula and Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Practice

889 Pacific St Monterey, CA 93940

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Dr. Laughlin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Laughlin

2.9

27 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 person found this helpful
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May 08, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 14, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Jun 03, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Mar 05, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
2 people found this helpful
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Aug 07, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Monterey, CA – Jul 13, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Having a baby is a "natural" phenomenon. My goal is to ensure this natural process remains safe. I will only intervene with medical intervention for the safety of mother and child.

biography

I started my career as a professional equestrian and was fortunate enough to travel the world as an athlete. I later transitioned back to academia and entered medical school after receiving a Master's Degree in Physiology. Because of my experiences...read more
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • David Geffen School Med/ucla Medical Center

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1996
  • University Of California, Davis

    Undergraduate School, 1989
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Locations

Practice

Donelle Laughlin M.D. Inc.889 Pacific St Monterey, CA 93940
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 3:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula23625 Holman Hwy Monterey, CA 93940
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula

    23625 Holman Hwy
    Monterey, CA 93940
    Recipient of 23
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    15% higher than the national average

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  • Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital

    450 E Romie Ln
    Salinas, CA 93901
    Recipient of 4
    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.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

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

    4% higher than the national average

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