If you are a Black American woman . DO NOT go to this doctor. She insists my labor had to be induced because I had gestational diabetes but my daughter was not overweight and I had no complications. She then kept me in the hospital trying to induce me for 3 days then gave me an emergency c-section. She is all about money not at all about care. After my 6 week check up she denied me services and said I had to find another doctor. read more

Dr. Purcell is no longer in Houston! She has moved to Hawaii! :( I'm really happy for her and her family, but I'll miss her!

Dr. Purcell is incredible. I started seeing her last year when my husband and I wanted to start trying to have a baby. She was so encouraging and helped calm so many of my fears about pregnancy, needles and child birth. Although I did have some challenges through the pregnancy (extreme nausea, as well as gestational diabetes) Dr. Purcell prescribed the best medicine for my sickness that helped me function, as well as keeping me on track with my diet and exercise plan to make sure my baby was a healthy weight even with the diabetes. She is so professional and shows genuine care for her patients. On the day I delivered she was able to move some appointments around and was actually in the delivery room with me when I started pushing and stayed with me coaching me through each push for 2 hours. Most doctors would never do that. It was the best surprise to have her there through the whole process. My labor and delivery went perfectly and we had a healthy baby boy 7lbs 2oz. I'd highly recommend her to anyone that is trying to get pregnant or is pregnant. She is amazing. read more

Heidi J Purcell, MD - Obstetricians & Gynecologists Near Me - Houston, Texas

I have been looking for an Obgyn for an entire year and some change! It has been incredibly hard. The doctors I've encountered in Houston have been so unattentive. If you want a friendly, attentive obgyn that listens and actually advises with what you say in mind vs text book trash....see Heidi. Staff is great and office is organized. From start to finish my experience was great read more

Words can never really explain the extreme gratitude I have for Dr. Purcell and her office staff. I don't know where to start. During my first pregnancy I seemed to have found her by chance. I Googled up the nearest OB-GYN. The office was inviting and the staff was pleasant. At 5 months the pregnancy ended and she was assertive and knowledgeable and didn't waist any time to help figure out my issues. Second pregnancy she and her staff remembered me and we're very attentive to all my concerns. I had insurance issues the whole time not once did I get the feeling of passed judgement. During my delivery ... i had a minor complication ...she was my champion and my hero! I love my Doctor. As an RN myself, I feel like this practice is the Bees knees. I will be going back for all my woman's visits. read more

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As many of the other reviews state, Dr. Purcell and her staff are absolutely AMAZING! I had found Dr. Purcell for a woman wellness exam from yelp reviews a few years ago. Two years later, she successfully delivered my baby boy. Dr. Purcell was very supportive through every appointment. She was always present (even with her crazy night deliveries). I never had to wait more that half an hour for any appointment. Although I had some complications, Dr. Purcell made sure risks were mitigated. She even checked up on me after delivery in the hospital. I am so happy to have Dr. Purcell as my OBGYN. She is a sweet, knowledgeable, and caring doctor. I can't wait to have her deliver my second. read more

I hardly ever leave reviews, and if I do, it's usually for restaurants, but I felt the need to review my experience with Dr. Purcell because it was that amazing! After a less than ideal experience with another OB at a nearby practice for prenatal care and labor/delivery for my first born, I switched to Dr.Purcell for my second pregnancy. She was referred to me by my coworker. The entire experience from every prenatal appointment to having my baby was better than I could have imagined! Dr. Purcell has amazing bedside manner. She is kind, understanding, knowledgeable and thorough, and never makes you feel rushed. She always offered her opinion but made me feel like I had a say in my medical care. She truly cares, and thanks to her, all of my wishes for my labor and delivery were met and I had a beautiful birth. I also appreciate how she goes above and beyond to make sure she personally delivers most of her patients' babies, even if she is not on call! I have recommended her and will continue to recommend her a hundred times over to friends and family. Suzy, the NP, Brianna at the front desk, her staff and everyone at her office are amazing as well! Thank you so much Dr. Purcell and her team! read more

I'd say this clinic is a comedy of errors but it's far from being funny. I set the first appointment back in June. I actually called in a few weeks before but there was a nearly 2 months wait for new patients. I was then called a day or so before the appointment telling me they need to reschedule because Dr. Purcell took time off without notice and so my original appointment was as pushed by over a month. I was then called again the the same morning or the same day and told my appointment is once again rescheduled. Can't remember what was the reason this time. Third time scheduling, this time is was cancelled again due to a tropical storm that never made it here. Finally, after a 4 months wait(!) I take half a day off from work (single mom so scheduling is hard enough) as I took the only available spot they had. I was just happy to finally schedule. I arrive at the clinic, as a disabled veteran with a disability preventing me from wearing those thick masks, I wear a face shield which isn't even required since I'm exempt from any breathing altering covers. I am taken to a room, I am asked to take my clothes off and wear a gown. This was uncomfortable on it's own but then I have the office manager (didn't get her name) come in and say Dr. Purcell REFUSES to see me if I don't wear a mask. I explained I am a disabled veteran with a disability preventing me from wearing one. I also have my disabled card to prove it. Manager insists Dr. Purcell will not see me unless I wear a mask that may cause my oxygen levels to drop to a fatal level. Nobody cares. I was discriminated against my disability, with a hostile, disrespectful attitude. Very poor customer relations. I can't make an opinion about the professionalism of Dr. Purcell as an OBGYN but I can say as a professional, she does not respect veterans, she does not respect or accommodate to disabilities, her personal believes effect her judgement and actions and she will go against a patient if she disagrees with them. If you are, or have friends, family that are disabled or veterans and you care about which businesses support or are anti-disabilities, please reconsider using this provider. I was referee to this provider by a friend who will be switching after this incident. If your insurance pays this provider for their services you are supporting an anti-disability practice. There are lots of other providers who respect and accommodate to disabilities. And just to top all this, they don't validate the parking tickets, so I paid the parking fee on my single mom single paycheck on a service I was denied. read more

I moved cross country at 25 weeks pregnant and was nervous about finding a doctor that I would connect with as well as my previous doctor. However, Dr. Purcell and her staff were amazing for my last trimester. The office is extremely efficient and runs on time. I had a low risk pregnancy and the only incident I had was a minor car accident at 34 weeks, and everyone in the office was super attentive and saw me right away to confirm everything was okay (other than a small hiccup with a non-functioning heart beat monitor). I went into labor the day before my due date and another doctor on call was most likely going to deliver me. When the labor and delivery nurse found out Dr. Purcell was my doctor, she had nothing but fantastic things to say about her and called Dr. Purcell who came in early to deliver our baby boy, which we really appreciated that we did not have to go with a doctor we had never met before. Dr. Purcell stayed with me throughout 3 hours of pushing and allowed me to make an informed decision to not do a c-section, which I've heard a lot of doctors affiliated with the Women's Hospital will sometimes push for. read more

Dr. Purcell is a great doctor! She listened so well to me as I told her how I had been a little more uncomfortable with some procedures...down there. She and her staff were SO gentle and understanding to me! They made me feel very comfortable. I was greatly appreciative of their kind attitudes as well. My husband even came with me to an appointment and when he didn't understand something, she drew a picture of how the women's parts were supposed to work and what was happening. He was also impressed because he's an engineer so that clicked with him being able to understand. read more

The Best OBGYN there is out there. We absolutely love her! She has delivered both of my boys and it's has been magical and memorable! Dr. Purcell is caring and kind and extremely knowledgeable. I would love to keep having babies just to have to see her constantly, she is just GREAT! The office and the entire staff are also phenomenal! read more

Dr Purcell and her staff, Suzy and Brianna, are amazing, knowledgeable, caring, and patient. Dr Purcell delivered my baby two weeks ago and I had a great experience. Her entire prenatal care was fantastic too. I highly recommend Dr Purcell. read more

I love doctor Purcell! Started going to her when I was 11 weeks pregnant she is a really good OB very professional and nice just had my baby by c section at 37 weeks no complications. Would definitely see her again for future kids read more

Dr. Purcell delivered my first baby. She is the best OBGYN/GYNO that I have came across in town, the best doctor in Houston. I had a high risk pregnancy after 28 weeks and she recommended and worked with my perinatal specialist. Her office staffs are also very professional caregivers. Outside of her regular office hours, Dr. Purcell answered urgent matters on call and visited me every single day on my hospital stay. I have and would highly recommend her to my friends, family and well wishers. read more

Doctor Purcell Helped me with my second pregnancy, My first pregnancy the baby had complications so I was very worried about my second pregnancy. Doctor Purcell was there every step of the way made sure I was comfortable and the baby was doing good and stayed healthy, She answered every question I had were I could actually understand it. During Labor and delivery I was very Nervous and panicked But she calmed me down and walked me through it! She's honestly the best doctor I've come across! I highly recommend Coming to see Heidi she's wonderful,Nice, very caring and comforting! read more

Dr. Purcell and her staff are great. I am having my second child and never have to wait long for my appointment. The staff keeps me informed and the Dr answers all my questions in a way someone without medical school training will understand. I chose Dr. Purcell because she was the Dr on call when I delivered my first born and the delivery was extremely smooth. Even though she was not my obgyn she made me feel comfortable and I knew I was in good hands. I hope this delivery turns out as smooth as the first, but I also know whatever happens Dr. Purcell will take care of us. read more

I am currently pregnant and seeing Dr.Purcell for my second pregnancy and she is such a night and day difference from my first doctor I used with my first pregnancy. Dr.Purcell really takes her time and makes sure you completely understand everything that she's doing. The office is run so well, everyone is so happy and welcoming. I really can't say enough good things about Dr.Purcell and her team ...I'm so happy I found her. read more

My wife and I are having our first baby and just had our first appointment with Dr. Purcell. We really like her because treats you like an individual and not just a number in a herd of patients. She's head and shoulders above our last doctor and provided a nice, personalized touch. She spent time getting know us and gives helpful advice to get you ready for the big day...looking forward to future appointments with her! read more

Extremely knowledgeable, intelligent, caring Doctor!! Dr. Purcell came highly recommended from my family when I was looking for a new OBGYN while pregnant with my first child. Being a first time mom, I was scared to death of what all pregnancy entailed, and of course wanted to run every single test known to man to prepare myself for whatever may happen. Dr. Purcell eased my mind and discussed each test in detail with me and made me feel more comfortable and confident while pregnant. Needless to say, I am pregnant again, and feel much more relaxed this time around with the knowledge I gained from Dr. Purcell!! I highly recommend this physician and medical staff to any woman looking for an OB, pregnant, or trying to conceive. You will not be disappointed! read more

Dr. Purcell is an incredible physician. She is diligent, personable, and knows her stuff. I highly recommend her.

When I started my first pregnancy I began seeing Dr. Gottesman, Dr. Purcell's colleague and partner in her office. I absolutely love Dr. Gottesman, but a medical leave caused him to take off for 2 months and I saw Dr. Purcell during that time. She was warm, caring, and informative. I felt like I was in even better hands knowing that I had 2 wonderful doctors looking after me. My son then decided that he wanted to come about 6 weeks early and Dr. Gottesman was out of town. Dr. Purcell stepped up and treated me like I had been one of her patients for years. She got me through a very scary time and safely delivered my son at 34 weeks gestation. I was in labor for about a week and was afraid the whole time. She constantly assured me that she would be there for me no matter what and to call anytime. And she was. My friends laugh at me when I tell them that I loved labor and delivery and that it was so fun, but with Dr. Purcell, it really was! I felt so comfortable. She really takes the time to answer all questions and address and concerns or fears. She is truly a wonderful physician. read more

I'm new to Houston and needed a new OBGYN for a well woman check. Glad I read Yelp and chose Dr. Purcell! She is kind, thorough, and willing to take the time to answer all your questions. I never felt rushed or judged. Even her staff was super helpful and nice! If you are in need of a new physician, put Dr. Purcell at the top of your list- I'm so glad I did! read more

An amazing and caring doctor! She was the second OB I ever had and is hands down the best. I had a miscarriage prior to seeing her, so when I chose her to be my OB for a second pregnancy, she was sensitive to my needs prior to ever stepping foot in office. She called me after hours to tell me lab results and put my worries to rest of a second miscarriage, and again, this was before I even had my first visit! It should have come as no surprise that she turned out to be an amazing and supportive doctor all the way through delivery, and beyond. She is confident, knowledgeable, and caring, and truly enjoys building relationships with her patients. I would recommend her without any hesitation - you will not find a better OB anywhere! Her staff is wonderful as well - Susie and Amanda were wonderful nurses! read more

Best decision ever to have dr purcell as my doctor. She is thorough sweet and alway available. I just had a baby 6 weeks ago and can't wait for the next one and Dr purcell's amazing care. read more

I was extremely unimpressed with this Dr. and her team. I will start first by saying that the secretary is outrageously rude- I caught her rolling her eyes at a simple question that I had asked. Second, I am 17, I came in for an appointment for a stomach ache that I wanted to make sure was not related to any OB/GYN issues. When they called me back the nurse led me to one of the exam rooms and told me to take off my clothes and get ready for a PAP smear test. I told her that I was not comfortable with a PAP smear and that it was unnecessary at this point in time. She said ok and left the room. Next, when Dr. Purcell came in she immediately started prepping herself, and me, for a PAP smear and pelvic exam. I stopped her and told her that I had NOT given my consent. She tried to argue with me and convince me that I should get over myself and have it done. These people did NOT act like professionals at all. I would never recommend to a friend. read more