Dr. Karen Ashby, MD

I ended up seeing Dr. Ashby because my original OB was near impossible to get into and I had some issues come up in my first trimester that I didn’t feel like waiting 3 weeks to talk to someone about. I’ve seen her 2x now and am officially switching to her to deliver. My first OB I found because she had excellent reviews, but honestly wasn’t too impressed upon meeting her. She was quiet, and not very friendly. I didn’t get the impression that she wanted to be there or establish any kind of relationship with myself or my husband - which after a miscarriage with baby #1 was not what we needed. Dr. Ashby is the complete opposite. While yes, the appointments are quick, they were with OB #1 as well - I think that’s just how they do things these days. She is so personable, even bubbly - she completely put me at ease. I go in with a list of questions prepared and have never felt like an annoyance or rushed. We really like her and the whole team of nurses/ultrasound techs etc. at MacDonald.

There was no greeting or introduction, dove into the notes provided by previous staff. Was very dismissive and scrolled through Apple Watch as I tried to ask questions. Told me her equipment was faulty so I shouldn’t expect much. Repeatedly asked the same questions after I had given her answers. I believe if she hadn’t been so enthralled in her personal calls maybe I could have gotten better care.

The doctor listened to and answered all of my questions. I was provided with educational pamphlets that were super helpful. Her nurses are fabulous and get back to me by phone or email answering my questions quickly.

0/10 would not recommend at all she’s borderline rude, she doesn’t seem like she listens, and definitely think she can tell you more about your body and how you feel than you can. appointments are super short, i’m 35 weeks pregnant and don’t know anything about my baby, his weight , if he’s breeched NOTHING!

First, my appointment was scheduled over a month in advance, and I was looking forward to meeting a new provider in hopes of establishing a healthy relationship with a OBGYN. Dr Ashby was running over an hour behind on my appointment day, which is frustrating however would have been understandable if my appointment was met with better care. She didn't apologize for running behind and brought the shame hard. I told her this was my first OBGYN experience and long-overdue, but Dr. Ashby didn't meet me with any explanation or educational information during our visit that would have been nice to receive on my first ever. She asked me if I was on the pill, which I replied no to. Then she asked me to explain my opinion about the pill, and for health reasons I have chosen not to take it (including my mother having a blood clotting disorder and my sister having a life-threatening reaction to the pill). This led to Dr. Ashby asking me if I use other forms of contraceptives and I explained that

Dr. Ashby was an excellent doctor. She took great care of me during my 2nd pregnancy after I had a bad experience with a midwife. She welcomed me halfway through my pregnancy and I felt she cared about my overall health and my baby. The day I delivered was a very busy day in labor and delivery. It was backed up over 3 hours. Dr. Ashby's shift was over and I was assigned a different doctor but she stayed after her shift just for me, to make me feel comfortable and deliver my baby. Incredible Dr!