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Dr. Melinda McFarland, MD

Dr. Melinda McFarland, MD

Maternal-Fetal Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Melinda McFarland, MD is a maternal & fetal medicine obstetrician gynecologist in San Antonio, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine in 1989. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Methodist Hospital and Methodist Hospital Stone Oak. She is accepting telehealth appointments.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Practice

502 Madison Oak Dr Ste 210 San Antonio, TX 78258
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. McFarland specializes in the area of Clinical Genetics and Genomics. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Labor and Delivery Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. McFarland's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McFarland

2.9
29 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
41%
41%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
7%
7%
2 star
10%
10%
1 star
41%
41%

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I myself am not a patient however my mother is, she cries and stresses every time she has to see this “diabetes doctor”. Every appointment my moms insulin dosage would go up and up, and every time she’d tell my mother “we need to terminate the baby” and heartless things like “I’m going to admit you to the hospital and make sure you get this under control and make sure you have a stillborn” even though my baby brothers vitals and everything else are perfectly fine every time. I’m not in town so I haven’t been able to go up to the hospital myself and give them a talk, but I don’t suggest visiting, no woman should have to listen to despicable things like that while already going through the emotions of being pregnant.
What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Jun 16, 2024
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Do not recommend
She is the worst doctor I’ve ever seen.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Jul 14, 2022
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I'm really happy about Dr McFarland, she's smart educated and professional woman, I was visiting her twice at week during nearly all my high risk bregnancy.. I'm very thankful to her and all her team ?, everything went well, and we have now our beautiful smart and healthy baby gir!
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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Viktoria D. – Feb 11, 2021
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Do not go...my response is because of Dr. McFarland and Office Manger...no one should be treated the way the have treated our family...
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Melissa Acosta – Nov 21, 2020
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I was referred to her by my primary OB and saw her quite frequently during my high risk pregnancy. She is very smart and friendly. I feel like Dr. McFarland and her staff provided myself and my baby with the best possible medical care.
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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Jul 07, 2020
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My regular OB referred me to Dr. McFarland for two visits, just to do some additional testing since I am 35 years old and have had several miscarriages. I was able to get in very quick, had a very short wait time on the day of my visit, and found Dr. McFarland and the rest of her team to be incredibly friendly and helpful. I loved being able to have a very detailed sonogram, and getting the opportunity to get an extended chance to look at my baby.
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
9 others found this helpful
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Stacy in San Antonio, TX – Dec 15, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Melinda McFarland, MD is a maternal & fetal medicine obstetrician gynecologist in San Antonio, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School...read more
  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

  • Genetics

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  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At San Antonio Long School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics®
Clinical Genetics and Genomics
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Locations

Practice

Unavail502 Madison Oak Dr Ste 210 San Antonio, TX 78258
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Luke's Health-Lakeside Hospital-the Woodlands, TX

    17400 St Lukes Way
    The Woodlands, TX 77384
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    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.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Peterson Regional Medical Center

    551 Hill Country Dr
    Kerrville, TX 78028
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    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

    81%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    14% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Methodist Hospital Stone Oak

    1139 E Sonterra Blvd
    San Antonio, TX 78258
    Recipient of 22
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    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

    View all awards

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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