10/16/09

Doctors (and friends) for life

by PPreuss

My 2nd baby boy was born on Sept 4, and was delivered by Dr. Lisa Beard. I was scheduled for an induction that day, but baby decided to come early (4:31am). Even though i am not her patient and never met her before that night, Dr. Beard was very professional and compassionate. She was there for me at four in the morning. (I wouldn't get out of bed at that time for anyone but family...) So i have a great deal of respect for her. This pregnancy was nothing like the first. I felt a lot of pelvic pressure, i was constantly stressed out and irritated due to the hormonal rollercoaster. My pregnancy was not complicated, but i made it so. I don't know how many times i called in to ask questions or to complain about something small (during the pregnancy and postpartum). I received answers promptly, and was treated with the utmost respect. I was cared by an awesome team of doctors and nurses (Brandi, Pam, Jennifer, Christina, Krista and Tanya). After seeing them monthly/weekly for 9 months, I feel like i know everyone, and can call them my friends. Both Brandi and Doctor Hardwick-Smith addressed all of my concerns and gave me confidence at each appointment. Brandi has a positive attitude and is very caring. Dr. Hardwick-Smth is the best of the best, and that's why she has been my doctor for over 8 years - I love her! Dr. Ohlemacher came to see me twice while i was in the hospital to make sure i was doing okay - she really didn't have to, and that meant a lot. Bertha (ultrasound tech) is also very nice. She explained each ultrasound in detail to me and my husband. Now that my family is complete, i will miss seeing them so often. They really care about your health, pregnant or not. I have nothing but positive things to say about this practice!

• Pros: Compassionate team of doctors and nurses

10/11/09

Dr. Hardwick-Smith: The complete package

by SSJeff

I was referred to Dr. Hardwick-Smith by another medical professional because of her intelligence and incredible bedside manner. As my husband and I are both physicians, I researched her credentials and interviewed her before selecting her as my physician. She is a very gracious woman and physician. I was looking for someone who could combine being extremely clinically competent yet compassionate to my needs. She guided us in trying to get pregnant, knew when to refer us to a specialist, and then followed us every step of the way. I was very impressed with her ability to discern when to observe and when to act. In the delivery room, the cord was wrapping around my son's neck----she calmly yet assertively looked at me and the nurses and said, "Let's get him out"-----within 3 pushes he arrived with a team of transport nurses standing by. Thankfully her attentiveness and preparedness avoided any complications. She had decided to stay and personally deliver our son which caused a late dinner with her own family. I refer both patients and personal friends to her because of her wisdom, confidence, and caring attitude. Her staff support her in the mission to provide her patients the complete package of top notch medical services. We are forever grateful to her for her role in giving us the beauftiful blessing of a healthy baby boy.

• Pros: Completely in control yet compassionate
• Cons: none

08/20/09

Dr. Hardwick-Smith: Compassionate, Knowledgeable, Supportive

by jessicabc

I recently went to Dr. Hardwick-Smith for a non-pregnancy health issue, She spent a great deal of time talking with me, was supportive and encouraging, and made sure I would get the very best care possible. Her response time on getting procedures scheduled was exceptional, too.

It was easy to get an appointment, the offices are beautiful and peaceful, the staff is kind and friendly, and Dr. Hardwick-Smith's assistant is exceptional.

I wish I had found Dr. Hardwick-Smith earlier for my first pregnancy, and I am so very grateful to be in her care now.

• Pros: Very generous with her time, delightful, truly caring
• Cons: None