Patricia M. Garcia, MD, MPH
Primary Specialty
Maternal Fetal Medicine
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Practice Focus Areas
- High Risk Obstetrics
- High Risk Pregnancies
- HIV and Pregnancy
- Infectious Diseases
- Perinatal Infectious Diseases
- Pregnancy Complications
Education
- Medical Education:
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MD, MPH, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 1984
- Residency:
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University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago - 1988
- Fellowships:
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McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1991
Board Certifications
- American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Maternal and Fetal Medicine (Certified)
- American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Obstetrics and Gynecology (Certified)
Faculty Profile
Professor, Feinberg School of MedicinePractice Groups and Affiliations
- Medical Group:
- Northwestern Medical Group
- Alignment Category:
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Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
- On Medical Staff At:
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Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Ratings and Reviews
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50 Ratings
Reviews from Patients
Reviews from Patients
August 23, 2023
5.0 star star star star starHer expertise and personal commitment is unmatched. I had a very difficult pregnancy and delivery, with numerous complications, and I always felt well-cared for and supported with Dr. GarcÃa and her team.
May 22, 2023
4.0 star star star star star_borderAfter seeing Dr. Garcia multiple times and having an expectation for her personality and care one can tell she is a caring physician. She’s very businesslike and professional vs ‘warm and fuzzy’ but none-the-less and great doctor who I trust and would/will continue to see.
April 18, 2023
3.0 star star star star_border star_borderShe was fine. However, if I had a choice I would not see her again. She was abrasive asking for exact data points related to my diabetes, some data elements that don’t even exist to my knowledge. While I understand her concern about diabetes management, I had just met with the endo team. When asking about meeting with Northwestern’s lactation consultant upon delivery (suggestion provided by the lactation consultants at my work not to mention at smaller hospitals every mom is visited by one) I received pushback. She also asked me about birth control post baby (I was 32 weeks pregnant) which is fine, although rather early, as it’s something I’ve already thought about but it felt as if she was pushing a certain method after I shared I’ve done my research and that particular option is not a path of interest of mine. Ultimately, I didn’t get warm, fuzzy, comforting vibes and this is the second dr I’ve felt this way with. I do recognize that perhaps I’m a bit sensitive. I just find it’s more difficult to feel connected with some of the drs in the MFM practice. Perhaps it’s because it’s not my OBGYN who I’m used to and have history with? There is difficulty of forming a relationship without that long term history and being seen by them on a repetitive basis especially since I’m only with MFM for just 6 months. I will say I am confident my care is in the hands of highly regarded, top of their class, MFM professionals which at the end of the day is valued the most.
March 28, 2023
5.0 star star star star starI’m really grateful for Dr. Garcia’s care this pregnancy. Last pregnancy, I met primarily with Dr. [ ] who I loved! I was worried when I found out he was no longer with the practice. Dr. Garcia has put my concerns to rest with her knowledge, kindness, and time. She’s never in a rush and always teaches me something about my health.
February 21, 2023
2.0 star star star_border star_border star_borderAt my last appointment with Dr. Garcia, I had to question why I was not getting another ultrasound for the remainder of the pregnancy given my history with my first and his lack of growth. She said because the current baby was fine on the last ultrasound 4 weeks ago but to not have an ultrasound considering I am high risk for a 10 weeks+ is ridiculous. She later came back and told me she reviewed the notes and I should get an ultrasound in the next few weeks. However, I shouldn’t be the one to tell her that as the patient. She is the doctor and should know my history but doesn’t because I am being seen by a different doctor every time. On top of that, I had several other questions and with her mannerisms kept making me feel stupid for asking the question, like my question was dumb. As a doctor that’s not very good bedside manners and for my next appointment I changed the day I am coming in because I don’t want to be seen by her anymore.
February 07, 2023
1.0 star star_border star_border star_border star_borderDr. Garcia has no bed side manner or empathy. I was offended and hurt by the way she treated my concerns and by her lack of understanding of Type 1 Diabetes and the herculean effort that I have put in to control my blood sugar during pregnancy.
Disclosures
Patricia M. Garcia, MD, MPH reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.
External Professional Relationships
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