Stacie Macdonald, MD, FACOG

This is our first baby and we looked at Unilocal reviews to select Dr. Stacy Macdonald as our OBGYN. My wife delivered a 8 pounder healthy baby at 39W1D at washington hospital.
Let me start with the positives first
1. Dr. Macdonald is really pleasant personality and always has a smile whenever she enters the room.
2. Being a first time parent it is natural to be worried about small things on your regular visits and Dr. Macdonald really did a good job with communicating anything she thought needed more tests. Our baby had irregular heartbeat (sounds scary) which in 99% times is harmless (our baby after the birth is completely fine) and I must say Dr. Macdonald really communicated well about this condition and asked us to do some more test to confirm this is nothing serious.
Negatives
1. Free use of «Dead Baby» reference. This was really something I never expected and main reason for the single stars. We really wanted med free natural birth and for any intervention recommendation we would ask lot of question on the need for those intervention and I found Dr. Macdonald getting a little offended/​annoyed and on every instance said «You have a choice between having a healthy baby or a dead baby!!». This happened at 33 weeks in pregnancy and also few more times later. As it was too late to change the provider we decided to continue on with the same provider. For any parent the thought of a dead baby will bring a lot of stress and Dr. Macdonald should definitely know better. To give more context, at 33 weeks the AFI count was measured around 6.5 and Doc said if this stays or goes below 5 we will need to induce at 37 weeks. If you google about AFI technique you will know that this is not a accurate measurement technique and before recommending any next steps (as big as medical induction) I would have expected the doc to confirm this numbers by doing another round of measurement but I found her more eager to induce labor medically. I felt she used the Dead Baby reference with an intention of scaring us into induction even though it was not a medical emergency!
2. The waiting times were ridiculously long. 90% of the time we would have to wait almost more than hour and half after our appointment time before the Doc actually arrived. The office did really terrible job with the scheduling. I would have not mentioned this had this happened once or twice but the long waits was almost a norm. I tried to giving a feedback on this couple of times but the office staff just nonchalantly ignored it.
We interacted with couple of other OBGYN from Washington Women’s health group namely Jing Dai and Siobhan L. Calhoun and both were equally bad! I would provide another reviews for them separately.
Having gone through the labor and delivery process of our first baby now I know that selecting a OBGYN and Hospital is the most crucial thing and given a choice we would HAVE selected some other hospital and some other OBGYN.

She is a great doctor and I feel really comfortable with her. But the waiting time in the office is just crazy. I am in my seventh month of my third pregnancy and have ALWAYS had to wait at least for an hour. I have tried it all… Asking for the first appointment in the day, the first of the afternoon, arrive a little bit earlier… Nothing. Always a long wait. Hope they can improve

Dr Mcdonald is a terrific doctor. One of those with really great bedside manner. You feel better as soon as she walks in. I had had an ultrasound and they thought that I had some kind of growth but Dr. McDonald didn’t ultrasound and saw that I was fine. I go back to her regularly and rather than being afraid of the gynecologist as I have always been — I look forward to seeing her again.

Dr. Stacie helped my wife throughout pregnancy and explained in detail about baby growth, mothers health, etc.

Dr. MacDonald is great. The first time I was seen by her was for a pap smear. The following year, I found out that I was expecting and immediately called in for an appointment to see her. Since my first visit up to now, my third trimester, has been great. A couple of months ago, I was experiencing some cramping and was concerned. Unfortunately, Dr. MacDonald was not in at the time so I had to see another Doctor. I don’t remember her name, all I remember is how cold she came across. It seemed like she was annoyed at me for coming in for cramping. I know Dr. MacDonald would’ve never treated me that way, had it been her seeing me. Anyway, I always look forward to our appointments. She is always very informative and I can tell that she truly cares for both baby and mother. I’m crossing my fingers that she will be the one delivering my baby. :)

Dr. MacDonald is one of the best, if not the best, OBGYNs I have ever had. I’ve been to quite a few since I’ve moved around a bit. This is my first pregnancy, and she guided me through the first two, and beginning of the third, trimesters. She has an excellent bedside manner, listens, and gives solid advice. I have moved once again and sadly have to switch doctors. But, I highly recommend Dr. MacDonald and the Women’s Health Specialists Clinic. One more thing to add — another benefit of the Women’s Health Specialists Clinic is that it has several OBGYNs on staff, so there is a good chance you can schedule a last-​minute appointment even if Dr. MacDonald is not available.

my wife is pregnant dr. Mac is very patient and very caring. She will spend time with you and explaining the whole birth process. Very good and the place is very clean and good technology. Feels very good.

I’ve had two appts cancelled with earliest available a month away. At this point I’ve already been pushed back over two months. I understand emergencies come up, but you’d think they would do something to accommodate those they’ve cancelled on multiple times — maybe have some sort of priority scheduling or move someone back who hasn’t been waiting? I’ve made appts with both Dr. Macdonald and Dr. Aleman-​Martin and BOTH have cancelled the day before due to surgery. At this point I’m not confident they won’t cancel a third time and will be looking around for another doctor.

She helped me delivering my first baby. I had lot of fears and doubts. But she took time to explain everything to me. She helped me to face the delivery with confidence. I like her professionalism, and I am very impressed.

This was my first visit to an OBGYN in ages, and Dr Macdonald is hands down the best doctor I’ve had in a while. She explained the annual checkup process to me, and has a very upbeat demeanor. I like her professionalism, and as I was a new patient, she took the time to explain everything to me. I am very impressed, and I am not an easy person to impress. Five stars all the way!

I needed to be treated for fibroids, polyps, and cysts that were creating a lot of problems for me. Dr. Macdonald was recommended to me by my primary care physician.
Right away, Dr. Macdonald made me feel that I was in great hands. She discussed all of the treatment options that were open to me, and took my thoughts and feelings into consideration before making her recommendation for treatment. Once we agreed that surgery was the best option for me, she was patient with my endless questions, and both she and her staff helped me get through all of the red tape associated with insurance, getting necessary pre-​op tests done with other doctors, etc.
After my surgery, Dr. Macdonald was there to make sure I was feeling ok, and to discuss how the surgery went, and what I could expect during my recovery process. Even the nurses in the hospital had nothing but great things to say about Dr. Macdonald.
I highly recommend Dr. Macdonald to anyone who needs to find a gynecologist.

My appt was at 430 pm I was asked to come in at 415 to do paper work I was called in at 505 and it’s now 558 and still no dr macdonald! I asked and asked and hopefully I was not forgotten and the MA was like the doctor is coming soon your up! Just be more patient… Hmmmm come on what’s the appointment for??? 603 pm still no doctor… If I’m not in need of doctor due to my excruciating pain I would have left… Ok so good so now I’m changing my review from 1 star to 5 star it made so much difference when the doctor saw me even if I had to wait 2 hours! I just lowered the rating, med asst never called back, nor doctor never refilled my prescription!

Dr. MacDonald is THEE BEST. You must be crazy not to choose her as your gynecologist.
[I’ll try to make my little story short.]
About 3 – 4 years ago, I had a physical with my doctor and they noticed that ‘something’, a big lump, was inside my pelvic region. I was 21 yrs. old at the time, weighing 100 pounds and being 5′ 2″, but the lump made me gain 10 more pounds. I looked a little poochy, and most people couldn’t tell that I gained weight because I just looked healthy still. I thought my physical changes were due to birth control since I’ve never used it before. That’s why I dismissed the weight gain and other changes that had happened to me. Plus, the ‘thing’ in my pelvic area didn’t even hurt, though it grew for about 5 months and stopped. I literally climbed, ran, did yoga, and danced with NO pain…
So December rolls around and I am told during my winter break that I need to get this ‘thing’ out because I looked 3 months pregnant, and the nurses kept asking if I was pregnant. I told them I wasn’t and I had normal periods. Right away, I was scheduled for an Ultrasound and sure enough, there was this mass that was SO big, it blocked the view of my uterus. Next thing you know, I was scheduled for a gynecologist, and I’ve NEVER had a pap smear test and I’ve never been to a gynecologist until I had this happen to me.
Dr. MacDonald was and is still my gynecologist. My parents didn’t know about this because I was able to keep it to myself, and I thought I could just get a small operation or something and continue with Christmas and New Years. My boyfriend didn’t really even support me and wasn’t even there at ANY of my appointments so life was pretty hard for me – overwhelming. I ended up getting a CAT scan and then shortly after, I had to break the news to my parents after hearing that I had to undergo serious surgery…
I had to get one of my ovaries removed because it was a GIANT CYST.
Dr. MacDonald was supposed to go on vacation but stayed for my surgery, which was during New Years. My boyfriend, back then, broke up with me a few days before my surgery, too. (A-​hole)
The results: NOT cancerous! (thank goodness), loss my right ovary to endometriosis, and the cystic ovary was a total of 10 pounds of dense liquid. CRAZY!!! Shortest and quickest way to weight loss, eh? I kid.
Anyway, Dr. MacDonald is such a sweet woman who has a huge heart. She is dedicated and very knowledgeable and patient. I feel completely happy and secure. Go see her :)

I’ve only gone to Stacie Macdonald once. and thats all i needed. from jumping from doctors to doctors, i actually felt at peace with Stacie. she really knows whats shes talking about. and not only does she care about you she takes the time to REALLY talk to you. my last doctor didn’t take that time and she was like a broken record. said the same things every time i went to see her. and stacie said when i first saw me pinpointed my problems and said she doesn’t want to wait my time like my old doctor did and she right away forwarded me to a more special doctor for my needs. i chose to go to Stacie BECAUSE of these reviews. so all i can say if you are looking for a good gynecologist i’d reccomend Stacie.

Stacie is by far the best gynecologist in the whole bay area. When I first started coming to the center, Womans Health Specialist, I was around 12 years old for horrible cramping and heavy periods. Stacie always gave me the best advice in terms of what she felt would work for me. To this day, I still come to Stacie with concerns and being a 23 year old woman who has not had a baby yet, Stacie always gives me the right information that I need for any problems I might have. The best part is she is gentle. A few times when Stacie wasn’t in the office, I had to have annual exams with other doctors where they would take their time and sometimes hurt me. I have never ever had that problem with Stacie. She’s quick, gentle, and friendly. She knows what she’s talking about and is honest to you no matter what you bring to her.
Hands down if ANYONE is looking for an awesome gynecologist you need to see Stacie Macdonald! Girls who are young or around my age: she’s perfect for you and understands what your going through. Woman who are pregnant: Stacie is your doctor. =]

Dr. Macdonald delivered our first baby and will hopefully be delivering our second baby, due this October. She is a kind and caring doctor and willing to answer the many questions that first-​time parents have throughout pregnancy and childbirth.
My first pregnancy was quite challenging due to hyperemesis gravidarum, and Dr. Macdonald was very good throughout, communicating with the supplemental care providers that I required and stepping up the nature and degree of treatment as needed. She was also willing to work with my strong desire to avoid being hospitalized for my condition and did frequent checkups during the most difficult period of the pregnancy.
Because my baby was also overdue, I had a scheduled induction and was thus able to insure that Dr. Macdonald delivered my baby. She was supportive throughout the delivery and, most meaningful to me, she balanced my desire to avoid C-​section delivery with the needs of my baby (and I was able to go on to have a normal delivery) and carefully explained all of the risks of each option (C-​section vs. waiting additional time to attempt normal delivery) allowing me to make an informed decision.
Dr. Macdonald is an excellent doctor with a fun sense of humor and pleasant demeanor, who in my experience is always willing to give as much time during appointments as the patient needs. This is why I gave 4 stars rather than 5, because since she does give as much time as a patient needs to answer questions and discuss concerns, there is sometimes a bit of a wait to see her beyond your scheduled appointment time. I think the quality of her care is well worth this trade-​off.
(Note: My husband and I share a Unilocal!account, which is why this review has a man’s name — but it was written by Heather H.)

Shes ALWAYS in a hurry. Go with another OBGYN especially if you are pregnant. She gives you no time.