Professional, compassionate & very friendly! My usual provider is on leave and recommended my case to her fellow talented doctors and I was lucky to have Dr. West be on my care team. I've met her a few times & she also performed a procedure for me, she's always friendly & quick to answer my MANY questions in a timely manner. When I had an emergency scare, she made time to escalate for me & also came to personally check out my situation. I was really doubting myself as it was somewhat unusual and she made me feel seen & believed me when I told her my worries. She has great follow up care and asked how I was after & overall I felt very taken care of by her. read more

My daughter had to have an emergency C-section and had to then have a DNC! Dr West was a superhero and saved both mommy and baby! I'm so grateful for doctors like Dr West! She was beyond amazing and for that I am grateful. I HIGHLY recommend her as their OBGYN. read more

Dr. West has been my OB-Gyn for many years. She's very competent, compassionate, and listens. I highly recommend her.

Review of Dr. Elizabeth West - MemorialCare Long Beach, Labor & Delivery My daughter was born in December of 2022 and I am just now, 2.5 years later, able to put into writing the harm Dr. Elizabeth West caused me during my labor and birth. Much like sexual assault, the effects of birth trauma can be so severe that it takes victims a long time to process and come forward. This was one of the most defining, destabilizing, and traumatic events of my life--and the time it's taken me to speak on it reflects the depth of that harm. Despite clearly communicating my birth preferences--including a hands-off labor & delivery due to my history of sexual assault and domestic violence--Dr. West repeatedly violated my consent during labor, most notably by performing extremely aggressive manual vaginal dilation with both of her hands as I told her to stop. This caused severe pain, tissue damage, and long-term trauma. The most devastating moment was the birth itself, where I felt dehumanized and powerless. Rather than honoring my choices or body, Dr. West inserted herself aggressively into the moment, overriding my and my partner's requests. Not only did she continue with the vaginal stretching (what she wrote in as "perennial support" in my medical records), but she also continued to forcefully pull my daughter out by her head after my partner clearer told her to take her hands off of our daughter, on the last pull she scoffed and looked up at him and said "well thats how you deliver a baby." I left that birth feeling violated, broken, and silenced--robbed of what should have been a beautiful experience. I also experienced coercion and fear-based tactics, such as being pressured to undergo interventions I explicitly declined. Dr. West provided ultimatums instead of options, ignored my requests, dismissed my concerns, and treated me with hostility. When my epidurals failed, I received no compassion or assistance from her, only cold indifference. When I wouldn't consent to AROM, she tried to coerce me into it by saying I needed more Pitocin but she couldn't do that without internal monitoring. When we affirmed that we were declining, she had the nurses raise my Pitocin without consent yet again. Near the end, she gave me an ultimatum: AROM, C-Section (while still arguing that my epidural was working fine when it had completely failed for the second time) or AMA paperwork. We went with AROM and she laughed, saying "well, you have about an 8% chance of vaginal but we'll see." There was absolutely no reason or evidence suggesting that percentage, and I did in fact vaginally deliver 1.5 hours later. I am thankful for my partner, doula and the two nurses who said she was completely out line, and false in that feedback, and that I was fully capable of doing this and that they all believed in me. If it wasn't for them, I don't know what would have happened due to my mental state at this point and the completely negligence and arrogance of Dr. West. It took over a year of pelvic floor therapy, trauma counseling, and postpartum recovery to begin healing from what happened. What's most upsetting is that it was avoidable--had my care been grounded in empathy, consent, and trauma-informed practices. As a birth worker now myself, I've sadly witnessed Dr. West use the same coercive, pressuring and apathetic tactics with other clients. Her approach reflects a pattern that prioritizes control over care. I urge any birthing person seeking respectful, collaborative care to be cautious. Birth should be empowering, not traumatic - regardless of the factors (pathology, need for c-section, interventions, change in plans, etc). I cannot, in good conscience, recommend Dr West to anyone seeking trauma-informed care, collaborative care, or the baseline of respectful ethical care - Unless of course, you want to go with whatever she wants to do. --Lauren LaBarre Todays Date: 05/13/25Birth Date: 12/28/2022 read more

I guess, I wrote too soon based on my first meeting with the doctor. My second meeting was way too weird. We had a different birth plan, we were flexible to have our baby delivery either with our primary OB or here at the practice depending on my health and the situation. We liked a few of the doctors that we met at the LB Memorial care but we didn't like all of them. We didn't feel confident because we were not seen by the same doctor every single time. Their practice is different with a team of doctors, we were not comfortable with it. We wanted to develop a rapport, a relationship with 1-2 doctors and chalk out our birth plan accordingly. Everyone is different and everyone's preferences are different. We didn't find their team practice wrong or anything of that sort, we just couldn't fit into their way of practice, it wasn't for us. Nobody asked us about our birth plan so we never shared, it wasn't meant to deceive anyone. I have a very good insurance plan and my insurance was covering all the expenses for both the LB memorial care and as well as our primary OB, because we never used the same service twice, we didn't get tested for the same thing more than once at any given place. We were well aware of our situation and kept our primary OB informed of everything. We were able to share the test results from the memorial care's myChart system, so we thought everything was going well. And, like I mentioned we wanted to have two options. It was our first baby and we were not confident enough to have our baby delivered by just any one from their team, which we would have never known which doctor was going to be around until the time of delivery! We shared our birth plan and when Dr. West came to know of our plan of delivering with our primary OB preferably, she completely flipped out, was very offended and the tone was not nice at all! I was literally shocked at the experience of the visit, she didn't even care to see me and all she cared was why did we have a different birth plan. I was given the whole set of myChart printouts of nearly 300 pages which I didn't ask for (I felt as if - here is your stuff, just take and leave!). I don't think that I will be ever going back to this team ever again. They are nice as long as everything is okay according to them and I definitely do not wanted to be treated this way again. I mean, if there was some disconnect or a communication gap, I would have appreciated if I was explained properly with a proper tone. Not as if I was being scolded or punished. Yes, I agree that some of Dr. West's concerns were correct and some were just plain excuses. Whatever the case, the tone of communication was just not professional at all. I am done with this place. read more

I am normally a patient of Dr Spielvogel, who I love, but he was not available when I spontaneously went into labor and arrived at the hospital two weeks before my due date. Dr west was on call and I knew from previous interactions that I didn't want her as my Dr for my delivery, however things were moving too quickly and I was given no choice. She spoke down to me during the pushing phase of my delivery, as if I didn't know what I was doing or it wasn't good enough. The fact that I didn't lose my cool on her is a miracle as I was just so focused on getting through the pain as it was an all natural delivery. The nurses in the room were even stunned at her attitude with me and the comments she was making. I had the best birth possible with the worst Dr. I would not recommend her to anyone. I even had to return to L&D to have my stitches redone as they came undone from her poor attention to detail. She made it seem like she didn't want to be there at all. Very surprising coming from a fellow woman and mother. read more

Possible 4 weeks in first time pregnancy. Saw doctor has availability online and booked appointment through Mychart under "New Pregnancy". I just want to make sure I am actually pregnant. I am completely inexperienced in being pregnant and have zero idea what I should do. Figured at least first make sure the home test is accurate and isn't lying to me. Got a voicemail in the morning saying I need to call back because they have a question for me. Called back several minutes later, got a different person telling me the doctor doesn't see 4 week pregnant women, and I need to come back at 7 to 9 weeks. But the doctor won't be available when I will be 7 or 9 weeks. I said ok I just want to make sure I am pregnant for now. Got told the original person who called me is away and need to have her call me back later. I was like ok but I have a meeting soon can you please call either before 8 or after 9? Sure. Got a call right at 8:04 smack dab in the middle of my meeting, had no choice but to reject the call. Called back after 9, different person again, but didn't have to wait for another call back this time and was just out right told the doctor doesn't see 4 week pregnancies unless I have complications. Went over the whole just wanting to make sure I am pregnant first conversation, but also expressed my concern when the time comes I am 7 weeks or 9 weeks pregnant the doctor still won't have time to see me. Was told I could have a nurse see me instead of the doctor. Ok why do I need a doctor at all then? I am sorry this ignorant inexperienced person wasted your high and mighty doctor's time. And I am sorry for wasting both yours and my time making an appointment online. Doctor has time today but I am obviously not qualified to be seen by this doctor. read more

Ever since I moved to Long Beach, I have heard people raving about Dr. West. Over and over again her name came up, so I finally decided to go see her. WOWWWWWWW!!! She is AMAZING. To be honest, I never thought anyone could live up to the way people talked about her. It truly seemed like everyone was talking about their best friend, or most loved family member. And now I can see why. To say she blew me out of the water would be an understatement. She is INCREDIBLE. I can't say enough good things about her. She is everything you could ever want in a doctor and more. And even better, her staff and nurses are wonderful too. Before I had even left the office I had messaged my best friend her info and told her to make an appointment. Thank you to everyone who recommended Dr. West to me! I am so grateful. read more

My first appointment with Dr. West was an A+/10+! She came highly recommended and she exceeded all of my expectations as my new OBGYN. Dr. E. West was very punctual, attentive, friendly, professional, kind, thorough, a good listener, easy to talk to, so knowledgeable, gave good suggestions/advice, and she made me feel well taken care of. She made me feel really comfortable. I was able to ask all of my questions and she addressed all of my concerns. She was really patient. I couldn't have asked for a better OBGYN. Her nurse was really friendly and professional, too. The front desk staff checked me in quickly. I probably waited 5-10 mins before getting called in. They were also friendly and orderly. The facility was clean and organized. I could not have asked for a better experienced. read more

First of all, the facility of Dr. West's medical office is clean and modern. The staff at the front desk and the medical assistants were very friendly and provided excellent service. Dr. West practiced excellent communication, explained every step of the way, did a thorough exam, and reviewed and discussed my history in detail. Dr. West was also very friendly and made me feel very comfortable. Most importantly, my teenage daughter who went for her first well woman visit really liked Dr. West and her medical assistant. My daughter said that Dr. West explained everything and was super nice and helpful. My daughter felt very comfortable and felt that Dr. West was very approachable when asking questions. It was of the utmost importance that my daughter's first visit to the GYN be positive, so I highly recommend Dr. West; she is professional and exceptional! read more

After seeing the same OB/GYN in Santa Monica for 15 years, I was a little hesitant to switch doctors...but having moved to Long Beach four years ago and changed my insurance, I decided it was time to find someone local and in the same system as all my other doctors. Already familiar with the sparkling clean medical office facility on Schaufele and its staff, I was so happy when I came across Dr. West's stellar reviews --- and was extra pleased when the nurse in my GP's office sang her praises. I finally met Dr. West in person last week for my first annual appt and could not be more thrilled with having found her! She's a gem -- patient, caring, real, relatable, supportive...all the things you'd want a doctor (and friend!) to be. Visiting her almost makes me want to get pregnant again! :) read more

Doctor West was the attending physician for my birthing client yesterday. She has the most wonderful, caring, thoughtful, wise, gentle bedside manner. She allowed my client space and freedom to birth the way she desired. She even allowed her to choose a comfortable position of choice to birth in. She allowed her to push when it felt right to her and gave her tips on how to make it a productive push. She had a very gentle, encouraging and present demeanor the entire time. She complimented my client on how well she was doing and how composed she was in the midst of her labor. I would highly recommend her to anyone who wants a wonderful doctor who will fully support them as they bring their baby earthside. Thank you, Dr. Miller! It was an honor working alongside you. read more

Dr West deserves every star she has and much more..she is compassionate, kind, takes her time with you without ever making you feel rushed and very very thorough in her examination. I went to her because my sister was just diagnosed with ovarian cancer..she in medically ordered a Ca 125 test and a transvaginal and abdominal ultrasound. She got my results by the morning and called me right away with my results that I have a mass on my ovaries and to see a gynecologic oncologist to have this removed and biopsied to be on the safe side since my sister has cancer. I originally found her for my sister before she was diagnosed with cancer..but I took her appt once we knew my sister had cancer and needed to see an oncologist instead..We absolutely love her and her great bedside manner which made a huge difference for us given the situation at hand and she will be my gyno for life!!! read more

I am so happy to have found Dr. West. She is kind, patient and attentive. As a new patient, she took the time to get to know me and my history. I never felt rushed, and all my questions were answered. The facility is clean and modern. The check-in staff member was polite and efficient, and the medical assistant was very sweet and helpful. While we chatted, she helped me set up my myChart account so I could have access to my records, make appointments and communicate with the doctor via the myChart app. An added bonus...there is plenty of parking for this new facility. This is not always the case in Long Beach so I was pleased with how easy it was to find a spot. I feel very safe in the hands of Dr. West and her staff. read more

I saw Dr. West for gynecology. I've had a lot of issues with my reproductive health and she's been amazing. I don't get to see her anymore due to an insurance change and it's a huge loss to me. She helped me when others didn't. She's knowledgeable, kind, and understanding. A really wonderful doctor and very trustworthy. I highly recommend her. read more

The appointment was worth the 2 month wait! First time patient, and there was very little wait time. I was able to fill out the forms online prior to the appt. Dr. West was extremely kind and attentive. She answered any questions I had and asked if there were any concerns. She made me feel like I had been going to her for forever. read more

Dr. West is an amazing physician, and her team is incredibly helpful and kind. The medical office is clean and well-kept. During appointments, I always get into the examination room in a timely manner. Dr. West answers all of my questions and more. I have emailed her about other issues in between check-ups, and she answers quickly. I am very grateful to have her as my physician. I recommend her to all of my family and friends. read more

Dr. West has it all-very knowledgeable, patient, caring, and a great sense of humor. She's a fantastic OB/GYN and I give her my highest recommendation! read more

I absolute love Dr. West. She is relatable, kind and funny. She really listens to your problems and helps come up with a solution. She answers email quickly through MyChart for one-off questions that don't need an appointment. So happy and relieved I found a competent and sweet OB! The nursing staff (Nicole!) is really nice, and the facilities are clean and modern as well. read more

I've recommended this wonderful doctor to many of my friends & we all agree....she's a gem! Answers all emails lightning fast, what a change from all the other doctors I've had. She's kind, caring & always a smile on her face. She's the best. read more

Dr. West has made my pregnancy experience absolutely wonderful from every visit she has taken the greatest care to ensure baby and myself are healthy, from delivery she was amazing and got the whole 9lbs 3oz sweet baby boy out safely and made for another wonderful experience and to now postpartum taking the greatest care to ensure I heal well. She has made this pregnancy a beautiful experience for our growing family and we are so grateful to have her as our OBGYN. read more

Having just moved to Long Beach, I was very nervous in making the right decision in choosing my OB doctor. That is when I found Dr. Elizabeth West. I was provided treatment by Dr. West throughout my entire pregnancy. She went above and beyond in making sure I had the best treatment. Dr. West was very thorough at every appointment and explained treatment in depth. She is professional, loving, kind and demonstrates patience and understanding. All qualities that any new expectant mother would desire in an OB doctor. My labor and delivery was also more then I expected. I was treated with the most utmost respect. Therefore, I would highly recommend Dr. Elizabeth West for all your OBGYN Care. read more

A bright young physician who has excellent skills and a warm and genuine bedside manner. She is an exceptional ObGyn.

Thank you, Dr. West, for ensuring, my procedure went well. I am so happy, with your clinical care,your kind and empathetic as well. I also feel you take the time to listen, to my concerns, and ask "the right questions ". And I appreciate, how you are aware of my other health issues, and communicated with my primary and specialist . And, especially, treating me like an individual, and very respectfully. Also, your follow up, phone call after the procedure, was so reassuring. I couldn't be happier, that Dr. West, is my new gynecologist read more

Just had my initial visit with Dr. West. She was very professional, pleasant, extremely nice and accommodating. She is very much liked by her staff and they all speak of her highly as a "patients' favorite" and I can see why. My visit was right on time, not too much unnecessary paperwork and very nice, clean modern facility. She was helpful and instructive during the visit and I felt lucky that I have found her through the reviews. Hence, I decided to write one about her. I highly recommend her. Your obgyn visit will actually be fun :) read more

Dr. West and her nurse, Nicole, were both really friendly and welcoming. Dr. West answered all of my questions and the whole appointment was right on time (in at 3, out at 3:40). read more

She is amazing, and very easy to relate to. She takes the time to answer any and all questions, in person or through the patient portal. She takes the time to listen and never makes you feel rushed or like you're asking a dumb question. She is a very sweet, smart and excellent OB/Gyn doctor. As a first time Mom she made my experience one that was less nerve wrecking and kept me in the loop of everything and included me in the decision making for all my treatment which is very important to me. Definitely found a doctor I will go back to again and recommend to all my friends. read more

Dr. West made me feel very comfortable, and answered my questions. I didn't have to wait long to be seen. And I'm def looking forward to my next appointment. read more

Dr West is great. She makes you feel so at ease on your visits. She's easy to talk to, answers all your questions and does not rush the appointment. read more

Dr. West is a champ! She saw me through my pregnancy and delivery. She gave sound advice and was very upfront with me about everything. She also listened compassionately to every pregnancy complaint I had about being uncomfortable or whatever even though I know she's heard it a million times. I picked her over all the other obstetricians because she had a kind face. I never thought that she would end up being someone I would want to be friends with. She's awesome!!!! read more

Dr. West saw me when my usual OB was unavailable. She was so kind and funny that I'm thinking about making her my primary OB. She patiently answered all of my questions and I never felt rushed. read more

Best OB in the area. Very professional, knowledgeable and personable! Really cares and listens to you, with the best bedside manners.