Samira S. Tahtawi, MD

I went to Dr. Tahtawi about 2 years ago for a chronic pain/irritation issue I'd had for years. My first appointment was very pleasant. Dr Tahtawi spent a good amount of time with me and asked detailed questions.The phone call I received from the nurse after that appt was to tell me that my issue should resolve itself if I stopped wiping from back to front after bowel movements. I asked for a follow up as I already know not to do that so it couldn't be the problem. At the second appt, the Dr told me she didn't see any reason for my issues, and as she walked out the door, she turned back to me and in a hallway in front of other patients said to me "You probably just have herpes". I was humiliated. I left with the impression that Dr. Tahtawi felt that if she couldn't easily identify the problem, then it must be the result of my own ignorance or a lack of sexual responsibility. I have never felt so disrespected or insulted by a healthcare provider. I have since found the UNC Vulvar pain clinic who confirmed that I do not have an STD. What I have is VVS. Which is not my own fault and is treatable.

I had a fabulous experience with Dr. Tahtawi for multiple reasons:
a) her staff was super friendly and helpful in each interaction I had with them
b) Dr. Tahtawi responded to my concerns in a timely and empathetic manner
c) I had to make a decision between a natural birth and a c-section. Dr Tahtawi gave me my options in a caring manner without judgment and supported my decision
d) even in my post-natal care she was quick to respond to questions I had concerning complications
e) I never had to wait more than 5 mins to be seen

I highly recommend Dr. Tatahwi and her wonderful staff for obstetric care. Office is nice and modern and there is very little waiting time. Practice is run very well. However, I later developed some health problems and felt dismissed, so I will not be going back.