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Dr. Robert Shwayder, MD

Dr. Robert Shwayder, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Shwayder, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Newport News, VA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO AT DENVER in 1972. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center and Sentara Careplex Hospital.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

716 Denbigh Blvd Ste E2 Newport News, VA 23608

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Shwayder specializes in the area of Obstetrics & Gynecology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Shwayder's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shwayder

4.1
19 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 star
68%
68%
4 star
11%
11%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
5%
5%
1 star
16%
16%

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I visited Dr. Shwayder on urgency of care and was willing on faith, research and online positive reviews to take a chance and I scheduled an appointment. During my first and only visit I communicated to Dr. Shwayder my concerns and urgency and his response lacked empathy and I felt he was talking down to me. During the visit he made off color jokes and his style of communication appeared odd and unprofessional. We all deserve the best care possible!
What went well
  • Wait times
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
3 others found this helpful
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Mar 07, 2018
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Such an amazing and caring Doctor. Definitely would 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
8 others found this helpful
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Alma music in Newport News, VA – May 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Robert Shwayder, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Newport News, VA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO AT DENVER in 1972. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center and Sentara Careplex Hospital.
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Colorado At Denver

    Medical School, 1972
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology®
Obstetrics & Gynecology
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
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Locations

Practice

Colonial OB/GYN Associates LTD.716 Denbigh Blvd Ste E2 Newport News, VA 23608
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center

    100 Sentara Cir
    Williamsburg, VA 23188
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    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

    Outstanding 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 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

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Sentara Princess Anne Hospital

    2025 Glenn Mitchell Dr
    Virginia Beach, VA 23456
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    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

    Outstanding 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 awards

    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

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Sentara Careplex Hospital

    3000 Coliseum Dr
    Hampton, VA 23666
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    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.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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