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Dr. Deborah Bartholomew, MD

Dr. Deborah Bartholomew, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Deborah Bartholomew, MD is an obstetrics & gynecology specialist in Columbus, OH and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Bartholomew has extensive experience in Gynecologic Neoplasms. She graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 1983. She is affiliated with Ohio State University Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.5 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 2.5 Star Rating (31 reviews)

Ohio State McCampbell Outpatient Care

1581 Dodd Dr Columbus, OH 43210
Telehealth available

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Dr. Bartholomew's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bartholomew

2.5
31 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
6%
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3 star
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2 star
3%
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1 star
55%
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Not a nice person at all. Very cold. Long wait times would be ok if she was good at what she does, but she doesn't even look you in the eye when you're talking to her. GYN is a very private matter...one that you need to be on your side. Everything that I asked was negated by her. I don't recommend.
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
  • Long wait times
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unhappy mama – Aug 24, 2022
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First doctor I’ve been to that truly has lack of any genuine care for her patients. I became pregnant through IVF, and was given direction from my IVF specialist to check my thyroid monthly to ensure proper levels, ensuring the safety of my baby and pregnancy. Dr. Bartholomew insisted I didn’t need to get it checked, which is actually really dangerous. Luckily I’m moving and easily have the opportunity to seek care from a trusted OBGYN. She was usually 30-45 minutes late, rushed, didn’t ask how I was doing, and made comments that didn’t make sense and caused a lot of anxiety. I made it clear from my first appointment that I was not comfortable getting the Covid vaccine while pregnant, yet every appointment she pushed and pushed in a rude manner, it was all she was talking about as I heard my baby’s heartbeat for the first time after four years of infertility. Terrible bedside manner.
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
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Hailey Francis – Jul 01, 2021
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I adore Dr Bartholomew and have had a long time relationship with her. I like her bedside manner and her expertise. She has helped me with incontinence and the things that go with it.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Rebecca Walstrom – Feb 11, 2020
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I'm reading the comments before and it's almost identical to my experience with this doctor, she's the worst and I mean the worst doctor I've ever crossed paths with! My primary doctor made a referral to see her because I've been getting recurring BV and yeast infections for more than 5 years and I really wanted a good Obgyn who had the medical expertise plus the experience but boy was I wrong! I had to wait for almost 3 hours to be seen by this doctor which was not an issue for me since I despe
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • 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
  • Long wait times
9 others found this helpful
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Moon – Jul 20, 2017
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Absolutely not recommended. Horrible bedside manner and unapologetic for her mistakes. She should not be trusted.
What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Marysville, OH – May 16, 2017
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DO NOT USE HER! I went in for a hysterectomy. I was unable to keep anything down and she released me from the hospital. Many calls were made over the next 3 days. I was told "you had major surgery, you need to buck up." Day 4 I was rushed to the hospital and into emergency surgery. I was SEPTIC! An additional 5 surgeries were required to repair all the damage done. Perforated bowel in two places, perforated ureter, several stints and finally ureter surgery. I have kidney infections after 3yrs!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
15 others found this helpful
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May 12, 2017
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Dr. Bartholomew was totally ignorant to my visit and asked me "Why are you here?" She then asked "Can I help you?" Before introducing herself. Her office is overscheduled and I got lost in the shuffle. Like being invisible and Dr. wasn't prepared for my acheduled visit.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 others found this helpful
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Columbus OH – Nov 04, 2016
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I highly recommend Dr. Bartholomew and her assistant Laura. I was very nervous for the procedure I had to undergo, but she was efficient and informative. They are great at what they do. I was in great hands!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Columbus, OH – Oct 18, 2016
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Dr. Bart is a calm, careful doctor. She is not a cheerleader happy go lucky type, she keeps things professional and informative. Her intelligence and capabilities are obvious and I found her to be great during and after my pregnancies.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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SRR in Columbus, OH – May 23, 2016
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She delivered my son because my doctor was not on call at the time. In that context, she was great. Kind, effective, and seemed skillful with surgical technique. She spent adequate time answering my questions postpartum.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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NewMamma in Columbus, OH – Apr 28, 2016
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Very flaky. I just don't trust her.
What went well
No results
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
6 others found this helpful
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Jennifer Stanford in Dublin, OH – Feb 14, 2016
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About Me

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Named to the Castle Connolly list of America's Top DoctorsNamed to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors listBest Doctor in America, 2017

biography

Named to the Castle Connolly list of ""America's Top Doctors""Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors listBest Doctor in America, 2017
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

  • Family Medicine

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  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pathology®
Anatomic Pathology
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Locations

Ohio State McCampbell Outpatient Care

Ohio State McCampbell Outpatient Care1581 Dodd Dr Columbus, OH 43210
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Ohio State Outpatient Care Worthington

Ohio State Outpatient Care Worthington160 W Wilson Bridge Rd Worthington, OH 43085
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ohio State University Hospital

    410 W 10th Ave
    Columbus, OH 43210
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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