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Dr. Darrington Altenbern, MD

Dr. Darrington Altenbern, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*

Dr. Darrington Altenbern, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Nashville, TN. He is affiliated with TriStar Centennial Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Darrington Altenbern, MD

2201 Murphy Ave Ste 103 Nashville, TN 37203
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Dr. Altenbern's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Altenbern

4.4
28 ratings, 5 with a written review
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After having our 20 week anatomy scan, my husband and I went to our first appointment with Dr. Altenbern. When he walked in it was clear he didn’t read my chart or my ultrasound report prior to walking in the room. He sat down, sort of chuckled and said flatly “I hate when they put incidental finings in these reports.” This is my first pregnancy, so naturally I began to feel nervous and asked what the incidental finding was and he proceeded to read the report to my husband and I. When my husband asked, “so what does that mean?” He replied with “honestly I don’t know, but I’ll give you a copy of the report and you can google it when you leave.” Every time I tried to ask him a question he spoke over me and did absolutely nothing in terms of bedside manner to make us feel any better. Dr. Altenbern had absolutely no social awareness and zero bedside manner and neither my husband nor I felt comforted or reassured in anyway. I felt talked over and dismissed.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
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
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Jennifer Vega – Oct 31, 2019
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Dr Altenbern was my obgyn during my pregnancy and delivered my babygirl via c section. He is always very nice, straight forward with information. I never had too many questions because he always made sure to go over everything and explain details. Absolutely love him! I would highly recommend him to anyone! Also I can't forget to mention his staff at the office are amazing and so sweet.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Kayla Anderson – Sep 12, 2019
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I've been seeing Dr. Altenbern for more than ten years. Couldn't ask for a better OBGYN or office staff, he has delivered two of my girls, with a third on the way. Couldn't imagine anyone else delivering my babies, he's quick during your routine check ups. If there is a concern he listens and finds the best and least invasive path. When it comes to delivering I can't stress enough how AMAZING he is.
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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Spurcell in TN – May 10, 2019
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Very poor bedside manner, I have felt uncomfortable due to a few comments he made. He also made me feel like I was wasting his time when I went in for a last minute checkup due to having blood during my pregnancy. He also missed a hemorrhage on my ultrasound that another doctor found immediately. Ultimately it feels like he is checked out and does not care about his patients. I would not recommend him.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
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
2 others found this helpful
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jaoiek – Jun 29, 2018
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Dr. Altenbern delivered my son over 20 years ago and has been my ob/gyn ever since. He has performed a few surgeries on me. Dr. Altenbern has an impeccable bedside manner and I would recommend him to anyone. His office staff is friendly and professional.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Supergrover825 in Nashville, TN – Sep 27, 2016
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Dr. Darrington Altenbern, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Nashville, TN. He is affiliated with TriStar Centennial Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital

  • Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology®
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    Darrington Altenbern, MD

    Darrington Altenbern, MD2201 Murphy Ave Ste 103 Nashville, TN 37203
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