Philadelphia Womens Center

I was really nervous to go in for my procedure but was so relieved with the way everything went. Every staff member I encountered was warm and welcoming and made the process as comfortable and reassuring as possible. However I’d like to give a special thanks to Renee who completely put my mind at ease both days, was very thorough in explaining how everything would go and honestly answering all questions, triple checked to make sure I was in good shape before I left, and overall made it an extremely positive experience. Very thankful for her help!

The service was excellent. The staff was so nice, and it made you feel safe and comfortable. I had a big fibroid, and thats why I made my decision to terminate, and I was so sick. They put me to sleep, and I felt nothing and everything went well. I was told that due to my fibroid , they might cant do my surgery, but the doctor tried her best and got the pregnancy out. I got there at 7:20 am. and was out at 11 am. Make sure to have somebody bring you and pick you back up. The price wasnt bad.

The receptionists were rude and unprofessional. My insurance is from Tx, so it’s a pain. I don’t think that makes me deserving of being made fun of or made to feel uncomfortable. The receptionists attitude is terrible as well. There should be compassionate people being the first people to greet us. Makes me really miss the lovely ladies at my obgyn clinic in TX. Women should feel safe and comfortable at a clinic- I feel so uncomfortable and will not be coming back.

I really do love this place. I’ve unfortunately had to return more than once but I never ever felt judged for that. The staff is friendly, supportive, & so so helpful. Yes, there’s a chance you might be there for several hours but they’re accommodating during that time. They’re definitely doing their absolute best and considering the current fight around us to stop allowing Women to have a choice, even when they’re life-threatening to us, we just need to be grateful an incredible organization like the Women’s Center remains. Thank you all for your continued love and support!

Everyone was really nice up until I had my procedure, they rush you out the building. After my procedure I called a few times and left voicemails that were not answered. When I finally spoke to someone about my concerns she kept cutting me off and wasn’t even listening to what I was saying. I ended up having to go to urgent care to get help. Don’t recommend.

Everything moved on time as scheduled no long wait in my experience, the ultrasound technician was sweet and made things comfortable and reassuring. The nurse Rose who attended me was very empathetic, understanding of my situation and provided any resources I needed before making a definite decision. Thank you to the entire team!

I had a horrible experience today. My appointment was at 7:20 a.m. and I didn’t get to even start my paperwork until 12 and get my wrist band to be put in the system to be checked in so the doctors in the back would know I was waiting to be seen, and the only reason why the receptionist put me in because I kept complaining and went to her desk 5 times. I sat there and watched 15 people go ahead of me that came in after me. Eventually I found out that the women that wasn’t receiving any anesthesia were going first. So instead of scheduling your procedure accordingly they have you sitting around waiting for hours for nothing! I was so uncomfortable sitting in the waiting area, my back was killing me, starving, and it was so many women we weren’t able to be 6ft apart. One of the staff members came up to me and said were going to have to reschedule you because they already had to many people and I lm in my second trimester so I would have to dilate and that takes 3 hours, and then I would still have to get the procedure done. I almost flipped out! I was at my appointment on time, only one other person was there when I got there, they already knew everything I had to get done from the previous appointment I had with them, 15 people went ahead of me and now your saying you can’t get me done today?! I was like hell No I’m getting this done! When I finally got to the back all of the staff were very friendly, and they kept cleaning the bathroom after each person, and the chairs after each person. The staff in the back really did a great job keeping everything sanitized, well it was one lady that kept everything sanitary she was a black woman she was the oldest woman of all the black women, and when she put my IV in it didn’t hurt at all she did it quick and I didn’t feel it at all! That was awesome to me because a lot of people can’t do that. When my procedure was done they were very attentive and made sure I was okay. I was the last patient in the building even though I was the second to arrive. I couldn’t believe it! I’m in pain right now and they didn’t send my prescription over to my pharmacy. When I called to let them know the women who answered the phone said the office was closed and when she looked up my name in the system it only had my name and check in time which wasn’t even the right time and it didn’t say I had anything done just my ultrasound so I have to be in pain all night and call back tomorrow so they can update the system saying I got my procedure done and get my medicine sent over to my pharmacy. Just horrible!!

They were very respectful and caring of all their patients needs and wants. They make sure your very comfortable and moving forward and not pressured and they also help you on birth control as well. They also inform you it will be an all day process so be prepared for that but in the end its all worth it. I would highly recommend this place for anyone needing their services. Also I didnt have any problem with any possible protestors because of maybe the weather but I also love how they have plenty of security measures in place as well.

This place is amazing. I went there may 21,2020 just as scared and nervous as anyone else may be. My time scheduled to arrive was 7:40. i got checked in at the front desk and filled out some paper work. i soon after than got called back and met with a woman named amy who was very sweet and assuring that everything was going to be just fine. she did my ultra sound and answered any questions that i had for her and walked me back to the seating area. not long after i was called back for a second time by a nurse who was very sweet as well. she just asked me medical history and she also answered any questions that i had for her. Then after that i made my payment with a gentleman and shortly after that i was called back for my procedure to start. i walked in to a room with a nurse named julia who gave me my robe and a blanket to change into. i waited in another waiting room for about 30 minutes and then was soon called back for my procedure. the lady in there was very nice also. she complimented my eyelashes and made me feel very safe and aware of what was going on and that i would be okay ( i also had a fear of needles, i chose to be put to sleep for this) so soon after that , the doctor came in and talked to me and got me prepared, then the anesthesiologist who was great. i did not even feel the needle. amy who took my ultra sound was also in the room with me again and she held my hand until i went to sleep. even tho the procedure may feel like hours , i was only asleep for about 20 minutes. when i woke up , i had very nice nurses greet me again who helped me up and walked me to the bathroom to get changed. i was given my medicine to prevent infection and after that i was on my way home with very little bleeding and very little cramping. this place is excellent and will definitely make you fee safe and secure. the staff is absolutely outstanding and i would recommend this place to anyone anywhere. i was there for about a total of 4 hours which is expected. you have to understand that there are a lot of other girls besides you so just have patience and stay calm. your in great hands !

This is the only place I’ll ever go to get an abortion. The anesthesiologist Bruce is the only person I trust with my life while getting this produce done. Sadly Ive been to the women’s center more than once but I always feel safe knowing he’s going to make sure I wake up after the procedure. Thank you Bruce💕

I must say I had a great experience here I was terrified because of a previous experience I had a few years back at planned parenthood. But the staff was very nice and considerate to the high emotional mind state of all of the women there... I have never saw such compassion for the women who made the choice to terminate pregnancy. I want to give a special thanks to Bruce the anesthesiologist whom I kept calling Aaron in my high state of mind.....Thank you for being so kind and understanding to all of the women there I saw you very gently help women out of the wheelchair and into the recovery sets and you talked to them with care and without judgment or disgust I know your job must be hard but please keep up the good work we need more people like you working with us youre a great guy signed a happy medical patient

Good afternoon I would like to let you guys know that this is a great place and I know some days are hard for y’all! And I like that y’all are fast, and also show the loving caring, and I love the lady energy from downstairs checking in, she nice! and also the nurse male Bruce he does a awesome job! And the whole team in the back are so sweet thank you guys for taking care of me !!! 😩❤️

I was there today this morning. I came from outta state, my overall experience with this company was good everyone was helpful, friendly, professional and respectful. I was asked different times if I was sure about my decision an that I 👍. The only thing I didnt like was I was the first person their an it still was a long wait and the medicine to put you too sleep felt like my whole arm was on 🔥, the pain from the procedure is real like a 7 out of 10 but bearable. But other than that my experience was good this was a one shot deal so wont see me again.

I wanted to not have to go through surgery twice but I have to because they didn’t take all the tissue out. I’ve been bleeding for a month and went in to my other doctors because it won’t stop. Got an ultrasound done and it was not fully completed. Tissue was a lot still in my uterus.I wanted to like the place. They were nice decent and yet sadly didn’t do the job. I read about this on a review before and hoped it wouldn’t happen to me. Oh but it did. I hope every women who goes here gets an ultrasound follow up bc that tissue left by them can lead to an infection. Goodluck because I know there’s not many abortion clinics that are 100 percent safe these days.

I was taken care of really well, and with a lot of my body marks/scars, I’m used to people treating me horribly. This place really made me feel better, and many times I was on the edge of tears. Not to mention, my insurance wouldn’t cover and I started getting so scared, and they arranged finding to help me do a payment plan. The man who is the financial adviser really, really calmed me down. Because about 3 times I was on the verge of tears, and he helped me to understand there were options and not to panic. I highly recommend this center for anyone who needs it. The woman at security makes your privacy her top priority, and she makes you feel like a person. Even the woman with glasses and shaved headI met with in the back was amazing, and the guy who was able to take my blood: there was not one person who made me feel uncomfortable. Thank you so much.

Left yesterday for my procedure at 15 weeks. and I must say every time I come to this place . The staff , doctors , anesthesiologists, nurses are so sweet and make you so comfortable and welcomed. They are very careful in how they treat you and assure the best care . Now as far as the pain you feel when leaving is different for everyone . Everyone pain tolerance is different . They don’t purposely put you in pain for those who make ignorant comments like that . And when I say pain you’ll feel a little cramping afterwards. Which is totally normal you just got a fetus removed but it stops by the end of the day . Put a heating pad on and take ibuprofen you’ll be fine. I would recommend this place to anyone . Thanks you guys for taking care of me yesterday !

After having a horrendous experience in New Jersey, I came to the Philadelphia Womens Center. Throughout the experience, the other women at the clinic and I were treated with dignity and respect and I felt confident that every nurse practitioner, nurse anesthetist, physician, and medical assistant I came into contact with was competent and good at their job. Those qualities can be hard to come by in centers like this due to stigma and lack of funding. I experienced little to no pain (although this will vary for everyone. I deal with chronic pain every day of my life so my tolerance is really high). Thankfully, I was back to my normal self the next day. Thank you, PWC, for making me feel like a person who deserves respect during a difficult time. Id highly recommend your facility to anyone. (Also, I wont show up in your patient records due to anonymity. Apologies.)

While you dont know what to expect when you go through one, and no one ever wants to go through this, its not something that any woman would excited about. I felt that the interaction with all the staff there was incredibly positive and reassuring. I wasnt sure what route I wanted to take and I spoke with a wonderful woman name Erin, we weighed the pros and cons and I was able to make a decision for myself. It does feel invasive, the whole process, but how could it not? You sit in a waiting room with women who are probably going through exactly what you are going through, you think hmm should I start a conversation to break the awkward silence. But Ill tell you from experience as I have in the past even worked in one, it is like that in every womens clinic. You are directed to room to room, and while you are already in a daze because you have so many thoughts going through your brain on what is going to happen, its easy to get confused but there was always a staff to help assist you. The waiting room had music playing, it was tiny, and you literally all are wearing the hospital gowns, I was fortunate that a conversation did spark, and there was a bond that happened in that room. We discussed literally everything and gave each other hugs. This is not an easy choice. I feel like it has gotten negative reviews people we has humans are quick to only see and remember the negativity, and listen, it is not a positive oh so wonderful rainbow experience. But when you really see how the staff communicated, how you were fully informed the different directions you could take, the kindness and empathy was clear in this facility. The procedure was actually quite quick, I would recommend listening to positive music through head phones and taking advantage of squeezing the nurses hand. It was painless, at least for me it was, it is probably easier for someone who had already given birth fairly recently, but overall I was expecting the worse and it was nothing traumatic. However each individual responds differently, but remember you can control your thought process and see a new chapter is about to unfold if you give it a chance. The doctor was a women, I wished I remembered her name, starts with a P I believe? She had a nose piercing and she was very communicative and reassuring, the procedure didnt feel actually invasive in my perspective (again I made myself expect the worse) From start to end, it is quite a long wait, so please expect that before you come in, but while you are at it, maybe you will get lucky and make some friendships because we are all here together and we need to link hands to be strong. I am so thankful for their services and terrified of what is to come in the future with a huge turn in our government. 5 stars!

I would 100% recommend this facility to anyone in need of their services. The ONLY negative experience I had was the waiting period, but the patient advocates make you well aware of the wait way ahead of time so I was prepared. Other than that it was clean, & every member of the their staff made me feel safe, informed & respected. Keep up the great work!

Today is a Tuesday, my appointment was at 9:30, got out of here at 11:40ish. I was 6 weeks along, & was using the abortion pill. Some people who were getting surgical procedures were there longer than me. The staff is really kind! The women in the waiting room are all here for the same reason so I wasn’t judged or anything. I took one star away because some lady brought her child, who wouldn’t stop crying. We were told nobody can accompany us, even children. I signed paperwork that stated no children were allowed. We’re all here for an abortion, & we are waiting hours to be seen, most are hungry, & tired pregnant women & there’s a screaming child running around. 😩 there was one protestor out front, but the security guards and woman at the front desk keep them in check & ensure your safety. Overall, I hope I never have to return for obvious reasons but if I ever did, I know where I’ll be returning to.

I am beyond pleased with the care i recieved at the Philadelphia Womens Center. Everyone from the woman i made the appt with, the lobby receptionist, and all the nurses and doctors were all extremely caring and kind. With these types of visits, a long wait is to be expected, so that didnt really bother me. When your health and well being is on the line, they need to make sure nothing is over looked- not rush you through everything because there is long line waiting.Before my procedure, i felt faint and the nurses were so accommodating, making sure i was well enough to go under anesthesia.

You have to understand when coming here that everyone is doing the best they can with the amount of resources they’ve been given. Wait times can become long depending on volume and everyone’s experiences may be different with staff depending on their unique situations. With all that being said this is the safest environment I could’ve been in for my procedure. I highly recommend trusting the process here and letting yourself be taken care of by the staff.

I just want to say everyone here was extremely welcoming and nice. No one makes you uncomfortable ans overall it was a good experience. The wait time is long but I mean what do you expect? Thank you ladies for your kindness and hardwork

If I could give 10 stars I would. Between the support from the time I got out of my car until I left, I felt safe and comfortable. I was scared on how to pay, I was scared to be alone but they made a scary situation a safe and positive situation. Thank you, thank you.

I cant say enough good things about the organization and the staff. Every woman that works here is wonderful. I felt so alone and scared when I found out I was pregnant but once I got there I never felt that way again. Their kindness, patience, and empathy made all the difference. I will never forget when one of the nurses saw how scared I was and grabbed my hand and told me its okay, youre okay, squeeze my hand as hard as you need to. She didnt know me at all, she didnt have to do that, thats not part of her job. It was one of the nicest things anyone has ever done for me. The support and help they offer is amazing. lile I said cant thank them enoigh

When I got there I was the first appointment of the day after the pre screening I was told I was further along than expected so I had to have a two day procedure. Then they called everyone else and let me sitting there for for hours then the receptionist tells me your not being skipped the doctor just got here another hour goes by so I ask agin and she say well usually two day are done in the afternoon so now u are telling me that o have to wait till the afternoon for my procedure when I have been here since 7 am not eating from the night before this was so aggravating an abortion clinic is not a place you wanna hang out in I am sorry it can be very disturbing being in there.this is this place you wanna be in and out not there longer than your need to be. They were not helpful at all they didn’t seem to care this is so sad they say no judgement but honestly I felt judged because it was if they were saying well you can wait some more you waited this long I was totally and utterly disappointed in the way I was treated and for a place that I once held in high regards it was horrible.

I had the worst experience ever. I live 2 hours away and I had spoken with 4 different woman on the phone before going to have the procedure done. I let all of them know that I had given birth via csection 5 months ago. None of them said anything about it but they noted it on my profile. I get the clinic and wait an hour in the waiting room, signed all of the consent forms and everything. I finally get called to do the lab work (ultrasound, iron test, urine test, etc) and pay for my procedure then another hour in the waiting room. I finally get to speak with the nurse/doctor and I am told that they cannot perform my abortion because their doctors are not skilled enough to perform an abortion within 12 months of a previous csection. THEN!!! They refused to give me my money back that I paid!!!! Basically had to create a scene and almost have security called on me because I wouldnt leave until I got my money back. They not only wasted my time and money but I wasted physical energy and emotions. Finally being prepared for such procedure and then being told you cant have it done..... Im beyond upset with this facility. They are not professional and I highly suggest no one goes here. They dont give you any information. You are seen as a dollar sign there.

This skinny woman with black glasses was talking to me like I was a toddler. You wait a LONG, LONG time to be seen and the ultrasound tech was just straight up miserable.Asian chick at the front desk was cool. Nurses were real nice. Ask for black doctor man if you can. He was so nice.But I am giving the office a POOR rating.

Got here at 10 am and waited 4 & 1/2 hours in perhaps the most uncomfortable waiting room ever. Its somewhat disconcerting to hear babies crying while wrestling with the life & death consequences of the action being undertaken-at an ABORTION clinic. Insensitive to put it mildly. You have to jump thru several hoops...seeing the intake person, seeing the finance clerk, wait an hour, then see some research student who wants you to participate in their study, wait another hour then finally see the nurse...who basically does all the work. I saw the Dr. for a total of 3 minutes & 37 seconds-because I timed it. I wont put her-the female doctor-on blast by mentioning her name, but her bedside manner was subpar & there was no hiding her lack of empathy for these patients. She came across as judgmental & acted as though I was inconveniencing her with my poor, uneducated problems. Spare yourself the indignity and find a more empathetic facility

I ahvent been yet, but i wanted to say that the person who called me tonight was extremely caring and i needed that today after my ordeal with cherry hill. I dont know what the philly place will be like, but i needed someone to be nice to me today, and the person i spoke to absolutely filled that need for me. So much so that i feel bad i didnt tell them that. For about 20 minutes they were a friend who listened and helped by just being themselves. So take note appointment setters. We can tell when you are. And they absolutely did.

The clerk was rude, the workers were nice. They lied about the abortion. A student profor med the procedure on me, now I still have particles in me. I lost two weeks from work. Had to be rushed to the emergency room with low blood pressure due to blood loss. If I were you go to parent plan hood they will get the job done right and on the first time. Now I have to get a second procedure done.

Once again they made me comfortable, very supportive & professional. I would definitely recommend this clinic. Staff to me was warm, welcoming, & compassionate. Also clean environment. I even literally had both hands held during my procedure.

Worst medical experience ever!! If youre looking for a cheap womens health clinic, avoid this place at all costs! I went in for a 11am appt, was called in to pay at 12pm and then not seen again until 1:15pm. When the ultrasound was performed the technician was very rude, abrupt and clearly demonstrated her lack of compassion during the ultrasound. The technician, disregarded the early pregnancy and went for an abdomen ultrasound that only lasted 3 seconds! When asked why this method was used she copped a very unprofessional attitude towards me and said I can see your uterus hut fine! The office staff was nice but for 3 hours and $150 we received a very lackluster grade of medical service and wasted our time. DO NOT GO HERE!!!

I am currently being rushed to emergency surgery because you did not fully removed the fetus from my body. I am very ill and I havent been able to eat or drink or even use the bathroom. My obgyn is rushing over now to finish what you did not.

I love love love this place! Everyone is extremely nice and helpful. Went there recently nervous and scared! And everyone from the front desk to the doctors makes your experience there really comfortable. Theyre really hands on with every patient, I would highly recommend this place to anyone!!

AVOID this place at ALL cost! They will let you wait for HOURS as they schedule so many women. You’re like a number here and they don’t care about you, they care about your money. I’ve been here since 8am and I’m still sitting in a wait room after 7 hours.This place needs to get their s*** together and STOP scheduling so many people in one day.

Going through an abortion is not an easy thing for most women. It was an extremely hard decision for myself. This place effectively manages to make a miserable time in someones life even more miserable by dragging it out the majority of an entire day. First you wait over an hour just to get a blood test and ultrasound then you wait over an hour just to pay, than you wait forever till you see a counselor, then you have to answer a ton of questions, then you see a nurse and answer a ton more questions then you get to wait another couple hours just to see a dr. This is not a coincidence this is how they opperate you spend the entire day in a waiting room seeing the same people doing nothing but going on and out and then waiting some more. I would think there are far better ways to opperate a clinic.

The desk rep was very nice and explained everything in detail . My ultrasound tech ( AMY ) was GREAT and sensitive to my concerns . There is a Lil wait but the staff are wonderful !

Very nice and pleasant till u get to the procedure room. The doctor nd medical assistants talking bout an upcoming party while doing my abortion. then they leave me strapped up on the table so the doctor can show the assistants pics in her phone. Then they leave me completely exposed while they open the door for people in the hall to see all of my vagina bloody and exposed then they tell me oh no ones in the hall I saw someone in the hall and attempted to try to cover myself . Hands down worst most humiliating experience of my life. very unprofessional word to the wise. DONT GO TO THE PHILADELPHIA WOMENS CENTER ON 777 APPLETREE ST.

This place is so unprofessional👎🏾. I came to my appointment today at 11:00 and waited there until 4:30 for them to tell me that they couldn’t service me because of my medical history. And they knew my medical history before I came. And on top of that the nurse just hands me a paper with a list of hospitals telling me I could go there, but she does this before anyone even told that I wasn’t able to get the the services at PWC. I guess that was a mistake🙄 And on top of that when I called to schedule the appointment I was on hold for about 45 minutes. This place sucks.

They have you sitting for hours then bring people who came after you before you while you just sit there I have been nauseous haven’t ate and been sitting for 5 hours this is my worst experience they do your ultrasound immediately they take your money immediately then just leave you sitting for hours not knowing if your dehydrated or not

From the women up front , to the advocate, nurses, doctors, and anesthesiologist... Everyone was so helpful and considerate. The wait wasnt as long as I thought and they all helped me to feel so comfortable in making this tough decision.

I dont understand why this place schedules a million women in one DAY! Its like you go in there no matter what it is , in the beginning its fast but then you wait and Wait and wait all day to get seen for whatever you went in there for . I dont get it . Build a proper system and build your time accordingly. Schedule less people For the day to get things done . You guys run on your time ,dont you ever get tired. I dont want a stupid responce either from you people because I already told you what exactly you need to fix. Theres no reason people should be sitting in a cold ass sitting area for ever to leave as well .

I couldn’t even believe there was any negative comments on here about this location! They were very very professional talked me through everything to where I understood, made me comfortable regardless the pain I felt, and were just very kind regarding my situation. If I ever need anything I will most certainly be returning here:)

Very unprofessional of your nursing staff to berate a heavily pregnant woman for needing a doctors excuse and then put hands on her. Who is she to judge anyone? I hope yall do the right thing and fire her.

Everyone but one person were super nice Im not from the area so when I got there I was already nervous but they were nice even after and took care of me the whole time I also had some complications after the whole thing and the one nurse never left me and stayed with me also the dr came and checked to see how I was doing until I was better and stayed with me even though they had closed I was the only one there they treated me very kind.

Very friendly, courteous and compassionate staff. Women should feel comfortable knowing that theres such a judgement-free medical facility like this in Philly.

This place is wonderful .. the staff are amazing they made me feel extremely comfortable. And it was quick. And it was very clean . Thank you guys

I arrived on time for a 9:30am appointment. I didnt leave until 5:15pm. I waited 8 hours for a pill.

Never had a procedure here, but any time I need planning or contraceptive services, theyve been helpful, cheap, and non-judgmental. Glad theyre in my city!

This place suck I had an 7:55 am appointment and its now 2pm and Im still waiting to get my procedure. First time ever have to do this and they made the experience worst.

This place was an horrible experience staff didnt make me feel comfortable at all I felt everything they stated I was suppose to feel alittle tug but I felt everything literally scream so bad for my first experience awake.

Very polite and helpful. The entire staff. Was very nice and supportive they offered funding and emotional support thank you everyone

Wait time wasnt bad, staff is friendly and they are very professional.

This place is awesome great customer service I will recommend anyone to this place give the womans center 5 stars ⭐️

Always crowded and expect to wait a long time. Nice staff though.

I took one of my clients there.

They are extremely slow. The staff is rather friendly

Loving staff and science based care

They Service Is The Worst Been Period

Excellent, they treated me very well, I was very nervous but the nurse was very kind. Excellent clinic. I recommend it.