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Dr. Karen Mihalik-Potoczak, MD

Dr. Karen Mihalik-Potoczak, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Karen Mihalik-Potoczak, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Amherst, OH and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY / MAIN CAMPUS in 1989. She is affiliated with UH Elyria Medical Center.

2.4 Star Rating
Based on 48 reviews 2.4 Star Rating (48 reviews)

Practice

590 N Leavitt Rd Bldg 590 Amherst, OH 44001

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  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Mihalik-Potoczak's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Mihalik-Potoczak

2.4
48 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 star
33%
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4 star
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3 star
2%
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2 star
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1 star
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I love Dr. Mihalik, I have been with her for years, after my surgery, I woke up in the middle of the night and she was sitting next to my bed, we had a nice conversation, she made sure I was getting good care . She went above and beyond for me.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Amherst – Mar 23, 2018
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Worst example of a doctor I ever had. Was not there the morning of the surgery nor was she there after the surgery. Called me on the phone screaming at me for asking to have ice chips after surgery. I cant even believe she is still practicing. Her co workers and staff rarely stay very long. Bad track record. Requires payment up front and that speaks volumes.
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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amherst, ohio – Feb 19, 2018
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Not really even a star she is loud rude , condescending know it all class A jerk.. I had surgery and she didn't even bother to see me before surgery or before I was discharged she barely had time to let my husband know how it went afterwards .. not cool . I expected since she was a women herself to have compassion dealing with female issues... nope not her ! Don't bother go anywhere she isn't!
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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Wakeman, OH – Mar 25, 2017
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I wouldn't even give this office 1 star. Staff is always rude. The woman in charge of billing does not do her job correctly and tried sending me to collections when an insurance write off was necessary.
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
9 others found this helpful
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C.A. in North Olmsted, OH – Oct 07, 2016
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Literally the worst experience ever. She is rude, condescending, arrogant, LOUD, and humiliating. Loud can be very embarrassing when the walls are so thin. She has NO professionalism, doesn't adequately answer questions, and was extremely belittling when speaking to me.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
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
  • Long wait times
9 others found this helpful
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North Ridgeville, OH – Oct 05, 2016
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This was the WORST experience I have ever had with a doctor. Disgusting personality- totally condescending and rude, ignored what I was saying, could not be bothered to have a conversation with me. Horrible doctor, did not diagnose me correctly- DON'T BOTHER!
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Beware This Doctor in Lorain, OH – Sep 08, 2016
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She ignored my complaints of pain and constant bleeding. Refused to even examine me during my last visit stating that all I needed was midol. She then told me to get up and go to the window to check out. When I was slow to get up, she said oh come on! No woman has ever had cramps so bad she couldn't walk! Now get up and go to the window! I was sick. I ended up in the emergency room that night. I was diagnosed with adenomyosis and endometriosis that required surgery.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
11 others found this helpful
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Ck in Avon oh – Jul 15, 2016
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long story short, worst experience of my life. see anyone else. I am sure there are others in the area!
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
5 others found this helpful
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Sandusky, OH – May 11, 2016
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Karen has been my doctor for almost 20 years. Her and the staff have been wonderful. I have always liked how I could talk to Karen about anything and that she took my health and care as seriously as I do. I could schedule appointments easily and not have to wait. Karen will be my physician until she retires. Love her!!! and her staff!!! Ellen
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Ellen in Lorain, OH – Mar 16, 2016
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I do not recommend Dr. Mihalik especially for cosmetic surgery. She used her own products on herself and her employees and bragged to me about it. I was going to go to her for the smart liposuction. I paid for part of my services and was rescheduled many times prior to the procedure due to her being on vacation. When I came back for the appointment I was horrified by herself treated botox injections. I was disgusted when I saw her face,she seemed very out of it, only focused on procedure cost.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Stacey in Lagrange, OH – Feb 19, 2016
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She was very unfriendly and rude to me. That is not how you treat a patient, or any person.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Amherst, Oh – Jan 23, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Karen Mihalik-Potoczak, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Amherst, OH and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY / MAIN CAMPUS in 1989. She is affiliated with UH Elyria Medical Center.
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Wright State University / Main Campus

    Medical School, 1989
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Locations

Practice

Lorain Surgical Specialties590 N Leavitt Rd Bldg 590 Amherst, OH 44001
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UH Elyria Medical Center

    630 E River St
    Elyria, OH 44035
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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