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Dr. Drina Northam, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology*
15+ years of experience
Dr. Drina Northam, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Newport News, VA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Medical University Of Lublin in 2007. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center and Sentara Careplex Hospital. She is accepting new patients.
4.7 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (26 reviews)
Practice
11747 Jefferson Ave Ste 1B Newport News, VA 23606Dr. Northam is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology
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Dr. Northam's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Northam
4.7
26 ratings, 18 with a written review
| 5 star | 88% | 88% |
| 4 star | 0% | 0% |
| 3 star | 4% | 4% |
| 2 star | 4% | 4% |
| 1 star | 4% | 4% |
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Dr Northam was amazing. I appreciate the way she was genuinely concerned with what I have going on. It’s so hard to find doctors like that and I appreciate her time . Now the nurse on the other hand was rude and i did not like her service . I hope Dr Northam gets a new nurse then I will say it’s perfect
What went well
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 16, 2021
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Dr. Northam was absolutely fantastic. She’s very knowledgeable and listens to all of your concerns. She did a thorough review and was very caring. I felt very comfortable and will be returning for further needs and concerns.
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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Aug 31, 2021
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Dr. Northam is truly one of the best OB’s I have been to. She is very knowledgeable, thorough, and goes above and beyond for her patients; would highly recommend!
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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Alyssa – Jul 23, 2021
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She Cares About Your Well-Being & What About the Concerns You Have. Very Friendly & Such a Nice, Clean Office.
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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Apr 15, 2021
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Dr. Northam was amazing in our visit. It was my first appointment with her and I went in for IUD removal. I’ve heard stories from people where their doctor would try to talk them out of this or downplay their concerns, but Dr. Northam was an amazing listener and validated all of my concerns. I even told my parents how great of an appointment it was. Highly recommend!
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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Apr 06, 2021
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She is so patient and she makes you feel comfortable. She doesn’t rush you, she talks to you for you to understand. She is by far the best doctor I have ever encountered! If you have been to her all you can say is that you truly love her practice! She’s peaceful and knowledgeable! I’m forever grateful! Things I have went through personally she has guided me without judgement or fail.
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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Dana – Feb 20, 2021
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Dr Northam was very attentive and patient. She explained everything very well and you don't feel rushed by her or her staff. Beautiful office.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- 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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Nov 12, 2020
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Dr Northam is very professional and spends adequate time during each visit to reassure and council as needed. She is very caring and shows true compassion. She is the only doctor I’ve ever had that personally calls with any test results or returns calls if you have questions, doesn’t leave it to the messenger. I’m so glad that I have finally found a physician that treats me as I expect she would treat her own family member.
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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Oct 20, 2020
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Dr Northern, is such a consumate professional, she's thorough, doesnt rush to see you & herd you out the door, Shes patient, understanding & very relatable, Dr Northern is the Ob/gym Dr. Every woman needs.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Staff wasn't friendly
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Dr. Northams nurse is rude, lacks social skills & – Sep 22, 2020
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Dr. Northam is very professional with her work, she did not rush the appointment. She is also thorough and does not skip over unanswered questions. I would recommend her to other patients for their care. Thank you
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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Aug 11, 2020
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Dr. Northam is great! She’s very professional and very knowledgeable. She doesn’t rush the appointment and she really takes her time to answer your questions. Only negative thing I have to say is her Medical Assistant who takes you back seems as though she is not happy to be there and she does not want to communicate with you.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Staff wasn't friendly
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Jun 05, 2020
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Very professional establishment and cares about her patients
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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LMC#1 – May 08, 2020
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This was my second visit as a patient of Dr. Northam and both times she has been very helpful, knowledgeable, and patient with me! She never makes me feel rushed or uncomfortable and she answers all of my questions.
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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Jan 29, 2020
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Terrible. The nurse is rude and so is the front desk secretary I don’t recommend her practice to anyone. No bedside manner whatsoever I was highly disappointed with my experience with them
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
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Sep 14, 2019
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It was my first time ever visiting a GYN, and Dr. Northam was so kind, knowledgeable, and accommodating. She made me feel safe and understood, she answered all of my questions, and thoroughly informed me about my exam options and prescriptions before doing anything.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 18, 2019
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Dr. Northam is a wonderful doctor. In the five years I've been seeing her she has been very kind and attentive to all of my medical needs. She always answers the questions I have, and if there's an issue she'll suggest several options to correct it. She'll always go over solutions and directions for any problem. I would highly recommend her to all patients seeking an OBGYN.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Newport News, VA – Jul 11, 2017
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Dr. Northam could have not created a more comfortable and safe environment to bring my child into the world. It is not often you come across a doctor who has the ability to professionally communicate their experience and knowledge while truly taking into consideration a patient's needs, wants and concerns. In office visits and during the delivery, I was never rushed and always made to feel like a top priority. I am forever grateful, she really is AMAZING!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Newport News, Va – Jul 10, 2017
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I got to see the nurse practitioner and I was unhappy with her service no time to talk ABT my problems it was rush in and rush out.I have dealt with a nurse practitioner before but I felt good ABT the service after I left.Just because i wasnt happy with her doesn't mean someone would be..
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
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denise jefferson in Hampton, VA – Nov 23, 2016
Denise - while I appreciate all patient concerns... Read More
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Dr. Drina Northam, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Newport News, VA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Medical University Of Lublin in 2007. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sentara...read moreObstetrics & Gynecology
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Riverside Regional Medical Center
Residency Hospital, 2011Medical University Of Lublin
Medical School, 2007Christopher Newport University
Undergraduate School, 1996
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Practice
Jill Weisenberger Health Communications LLC11747 Jefferson Ave Ste 1B Newport News, VA 23606
Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 7
hospital awardsPatient 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
View all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
88%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% higher than the national average
81%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well6% higher than the national average
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How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
79%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well3% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 6
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient 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
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
80%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
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