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Penelope Velasco, MD

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Marina OB/GYN

3.1(16 reviews)
0.9 mi

First time coming to this office after a doctor referral. Had no idea what to expect, as this isn't…read moremy neck of the woods. I was pleasantly surprised. The location was easy to access, street parking was easy to find, and the staff were phenomenal. Arelly, at the front desk was warm and welcoming, and Maria, who did my intake, was hilarious. They definitely made the appointment a breeze. If you're looking for a new OBGYN, I definitely suggest this place. Though it's a little out of the way for me, the care and service is worth the drive.

First things first, the midwives at this office are TERRIBLE. They're rude and condescending…read moreanytime you have a question. As a first time mom, I had silly questions, which in hindsight weren't that silly. Anytime I'd ask, I'd be met with annoyance and dismissive responses. One of them shared how tired she was of being a mom of 3 and blah blah, every conversation was always negative & never productive to my pregnancy. The OBGYN Neha was actually really good for the first 2 trimesters. She was kind, welcoming, thorough, and consistently took the time to explain things clearly, which made me feel supported as a patient. Unfortunately, my experience changed significantly in the third trimester. Due to high levels of stress and my Type 1 diabetes, I discussed going on medical leave. She agreed, approved it, and instructed me to pick up my leave letter the following Monday. When I returned, that decision was reversed, not due to new medical information, but because the office manager Cynthia expressed that she "did not approve" of the letter. This individual does not have medical expertise, nor is it within their scope to override a physician's medical judgment. What concerned me most was how easily my doctor's medical opinion was swayed by non-clinical staff. As a high-risk patient, that lack of advocacy and backbone was alarming. While I appreciated her care earlier in my pregnancy, this experience made me question the safety and reliability of having a provider whose medical decisions can be influenced by non-medical personnel, such as a office manager. The MAs were really kind. They were always so sweet and welcoming when checking me in. The cherry on top was the office manager Cynthia. She's awful, truly awful. Which isn't an isolated experience, most reviews state how awful she is. She was openly rude and unprofessional. She laughed about my Type 1 diabetes, offered unsolicited medical advice outside her scope, and reduced my legitimate medical concerns to "just checking my blood sugars." Once I left the office and my new provider requested my file, they kept delaying the process and ignoring requests. Safe to say, stay away from this office. Thankfully my babygirl arrived safely and my new office was amazing!

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Karol Bowens, MD

2.4(51 reviews)
0.1 mi

This review is sooo long in coming since 7/2025. I love Dr Bowens!!! I let her know every chance I…read moregot, as well as how beautiful she is! She must of thought I was such a weirdo! I tear up to this day when I think of how The LORD took care of me through her!!! I didn't know I was in the best hands, as my other 2 were not with her. After delivery she took such good care of me!!! I'd cry every time she stepped into my hospital room to tend to my c-section. Never in my life did I feel so taken care like how she showed up for me at the Hospital. As a patient during the process, little did I know she was up all night and mornings delivering babies and making rounds for their mothers at the hospital, and then still show up at the clinic answering all my anxious questions as patiently, calming and assuring as she could. To say I LOVE HER and will never forget her just humbly being herself is an understatement! Please be kind and supportive of her too. She deserves the world. I love you Dr. Bowens! GOD BLESS YOU AND MEET ALL THE DESIRES OF YOUR HEART. I LOVE YOU.

I normally do not leave negative reviews, but my experience at this OBGYN office was extremely…read morefrustrating and disappointing. The front desk staff repeatedly failed to properly document information and did not send important paperwork and medical records on time for my authorizations, despite multiple calls from both myself and my primary physician's office. I was dealing with severe pain during my pregnancy and instead of receiving support and urgency, I was constantly given the runaround. Nothing was being sent over until I finally had to physically go into the office myself, while in extreme pain, just to obtain my own medical records. Communication, organization, and patient care from the front office staff seriously need improvement. Pregnant patients should not have to chase down their own records and authorizations while already dealing with medical concerns and discomfort.

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