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Margarita Jurak

Margarita Jurak

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
30+ years of experience

Margarita Jurak is an obstetrics & gynecology specialist in West Islip, NY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Latvian Med Academy Riga Latvia in 1991. She is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

320 Montauk Hwy West Islip, NY 11795

Margarita Jurak is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
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Margarita Jurak's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Margarita Jurak

3.5
19 ratings, 10 with a written review
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Invalidating and unhelpful
I've been experiencing immense pain with penetration, to the point wear even during the pap smear exam I started tearing up. I can't wear any tampons to any capacity, and I'm physically unable to have sex. She told me that this is 'normal' and that I'm just a sensitive person, even though this clearly isn't normal, and disregarding my very real physical pain as just a 'personality quirk' is straight up gaslighting. She completely disregarded my pain, didn't take me seriously, and I was left without help and with no answers.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Long wait times
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Anna – Mar 21, 2025
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Rushes you out
I definitely feel like my appointment was rushed. She speaks to you as if she is critiquing you, almost as in a 'common sense' type of way. I don't feel that she's very personable. She also doesn't make eye contact. I think it's important for people to look at your when they're speaking to you and she stares at the wall or the floor. It's kind of rude.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
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Nov 11, 2023
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Best Ob/Gyn and great person! Highly recommend
Dr. Jurack is one of the nicest, most approachable and comforting doctors I have ever been to. She is patient, thorough, always takes time and addresses ALL my concerns. She always greets you with and leaves you with a smile. I’ve had a lot of medical issues this year and she did tests, and even did more repeat testing a few months later when I asked her to. She is empathetic to any pain you’re having, and her goal is always to help you to be healthy and feeling well. I have the utmost confidence in her, and it’s always a pleasure interacting with her. I would give her 10 stars if I could. I highly recommend her to any patient of any age. Thank you Dr. Jurack for always taking great care of me.
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
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Kelly McNeil – Sep 26, 2022
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I've been seeing Dr Jurak for over 10 years. I absolutely love her. Shes educated informative and comprehensive. Best doctor at South Bay
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
2 others found this helpful
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Jan 15, 2020
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Dr. Jurak was the on-call physician when I went into labor and as stressful as that situation can be Dr. Jurak far exceeded my expectations and was actually quite comforting. She kept us informed and prepared for all possible outcomes while supporting my wishes of a VABAC. Very kind and personable while maintaining professionalism. I recommend her for any 1st 2nd or 10th time giving birth.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Michelle in Brentwood – Jan 26, 2019
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Yes I would recommend Dr. Jurak to anyone. Dr. Jurak has; excellent manners, very willing to discuss any medical questions you may have, she is very welcoming. Most importantly, I feel very confident in Dr. Jurak's Medical Skills, I like this doctor a lot. Thanks very much, Maria P
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
3 others found this helpful
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Maria P in Babylon , NY – Jan 04, 2019
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Dr Jurak is by far the worst obgyn I have ever gone to in my 30 years of going to gynecologists in this area. Frightening patient approach. she didn’t respond to issues that she is supposed to treat. I went to her out of desperation, after using other Doctors in the office that were also not at all interested in treating my health. She though, was the worst. I can’t even write how terrible the experience was, besides being degrading & upsetting. Horrid rude woman aside from the doctor status-
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Vanessa in Babylon , NY – Aug 23, 2018
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She is one of the only good doctors in the southbay office. She gave everything 100% when treating me. Sad that I have to leave this practice after 12 years. The office staff are the worst and no one ever returns your calls. She will be the only one I miss.
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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Patchogue, NY – Aug 05, 2017
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I am going to give her 5 stars cause she saved my life when I went into cardiac arrest during an emergency c-section but please note she has the most awful bedside manor. If your looking for a doctor with compassion look elsewhere. She made me feel awful after my section but did an amazing job saving my baby & me.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
2 others found this helpful
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New York, NY – Feb 08, 2017
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The best of the best.
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
Grace D'ALLEVA in West Babylon, NY – Jan 10, 2017
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About Me

biography

Margarita Jurak, MD is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and an Attending Physician at Good Samaritan and Southside hospitals. Dr. Jurak holds a Doctor of Medicine degree from the Latvian Medical Academy, Riga, Latvia, and the degree...read more
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Queens Hospital Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Latvian Med Academy Riga Latvia

    Medical School, 1991
  • English

  • French

  • Russian

  • Spanish

Margarita Jurak is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    South Bay Obstetrics Gynecology PC320 Montauk Hwy West Islip, NY 11795
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 7:30am - 9:00pm
      • Tue: 7:30am - 9:00pm
      • Wed: 7:30am - 9:00pm
      • Thu: 7:30am - 9:00pm
      • Fri: 7:30am - 2:00pm
      • Sat: 7:30am - 12:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Office45 Research Way East Setauket, NY 11733
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center

      1000 Montauk Hwy
      West Islip, NY 11795
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      71%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% lower than the national average

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