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Dr. Cathleen Faris, MD

Dr. Cathleen Faris, MD

Gynecology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Cathleen Faris, MD is a gynecologist in Saint Louis, MO and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine in 1982. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Missouri Baptist Medical Center and Barnes Jewish Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

2.6 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 2.6 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

8888 Ladue Rd Ste 220 Saint Louis, MO 63124
(314) 644-3336

At a Glance

  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Faris' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Faris

2.6
28 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 star
36%
36%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
4%
4%
2 star
7%
7%
1 star
54%
54%

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Dr Faris has been my gynecologist for decades- she takes the time to listen and I trust her. I would highly recommend her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Deena C. – Jun 27, 2020
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I have been a patient of Dr. Faris for 30 years. I saw her for the last time today, as she is retiring ??. How do you thank a doctor who saved your life? She never discounted my concerns and symptoms. Seven years ago she found my aggressive endometrial cancer, even before I began spotting! I have 100% trust and faith in her and will surely miss her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jun 18, 2020
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like everyone said, she’s mean, abrasive, impatient, and condescending. you will leave her office feeling worse than you did initially. everyone else in the office is great, but her demeanor is too unpleasant to endure again. she doesn’t listen, nor is she willing to take the time to figure out what’s really going on.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Jan 01, 2019
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I had to change doctors due to my insurance changing and unfortunately was having issues and required a procedure at this time. Dr. Faris was not gentle or caring about my comfort. I was crying during the procedure due to pain and she was annoyed with me. I left the office feeling like I had been violated. I was so upset. She is condescending and interrupted me multiple times when I was attempting to ask questions. I don’t know why she even practices anymore. DO NOT go to her.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Becky in St. Louis – Jun 13, 2018
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I originally phoned the office for an appointment w/a different doctor, and was told she was booked for 2 months. However, I could have an appointment with Dr. Faris next week. Now I see why she was free... Her bedside manner is lousy! She is abrupt and abrasive. She took no time to even attempt to build rapport with me. I'm a healthcare provider myself, and I'd never treat my patients the way she treated me. She offered ZERO solutions for my medical issue. I feel like I wasted my time!
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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St. Louis – Feb 11, 2018
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I have seen this doctor for several procedures including the removal of an IUD, a colposcopy, and a LEEP and two ultrasounds. I am angry with myself for returning time and again because from the first visit I felt that the doctor was dismissive and condescending. I have dealt with a lot of gyn issues and I have been treated with more respect and more professionalism in other cities. I have now left this clinic because the doctor just gives me zero confidence and is very pushy with her opinions.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Jan 24, 2018
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Like others are saying, she is abrupt, and condescending.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Jan 19, 2018
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Horrible horrible doctor. She is rude, abrupt, disrespectful, does not listen or respect your feelings. I only went to her because of my insurance. I'm switching she should not be working with people. The worst doctor ever .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Chicago, IL – Oct 07, 2017
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I am a new patient of Dr. Faris and found her to be a very interested, caring doctor. We first discussed my medical history, then had my exam and talked further at the end. She asked me several times if there was anything further I wished to discuss. I was quite impressed with that. I also liked her demeanor (very professional, yet interested). The entire experience was a good as it could have been.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jen B. in St Louis, MO – May 10, 2017
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She wasn't interested in listening to or seeing the PERSON in front of her. She's condescending and makes bad assumptions. And because of that, I left without answers to questions about my treatment. On top of that, I left feeling looked down upon -- because she did. She looked down on me. Why are you even in this field? It's not because you care for the women.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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St Louis, MO – Mar 21, 2017
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I've been a patient of Dr. Faris for 4 years and would highly recommend her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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St Louis, MO – Dec 05, 2016
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biography

Dr. Cathleen Faris, MD is a gynecologist in Saint Louis, MO and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine in 1982. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Missouri...read more

  • Gynecology

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  • Barnes Hospital Bjc

    Internship Hospital

  • Barnes - Jewish Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1986

  • University Of Kansas School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982

  • University Of Kansas

    Undergraduate School, 1977
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Locations

Practice

BJC Medical Group8888 Ladue Rd Ste 220 Saint Louis, MO 63124
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Luke's Hospital

    232 S Woods Mill Rd
    Chesterfield, MO 63017
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    18% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Missouri Baptist Medical Center

    3015 N Ballas Rd
    Saint Louis, MO 63131
    Recipient of 19
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Barnes Jewish Hospital

    1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz
    Saint Louis, MO 63110
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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