My initial appt was for a 10 weeks pregnancy check up. Julia was my doctor and we really liked her. She informed me it was a bad pregnancy and we talked about our options. For the…My initial appt was for a 10 weeks pregnancy check up. Julia was my doctor and we really liked her. She informed me it was a bad pregnancy and we talked about our options. For the first time I was offered additional testing on the fetus to try and get some answers… so she scheduled an D/C for the next morning. I had to sit in the waiting room for over an hour the next morning. The front desk lady told me it was a completely normal wait time, that it takes roughly 45 minutes to an hour to be seen after being check in. I was asked to be there by 9 and didn’t get brought back till 10:13… then after a very emotional and difficult situation they tell me they’ll call me in roughly two weeks with some results… they called yesterday and I am told that the box that they had put my “fetal matter” as they called it in had expired, therefore preserving nothing and no testing can be done. I am SO defeated. The nurse literally said on the phone “we should really be paying attention to those things more closely, I apologize.” NO KIDDING!! It’s only your job. This should not have happened.Fertility clinic
Circle of Life Women's Center OBGYN
Ogden, UT · (801) 337-5800
- Website
- colwc.com
- Phone
- (801) 337-5800
- Location
- Ogden, UT

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From the start of my pregnancy, Julia was legendary. She made sure every question was answered, every hypochondriac moment was solved. She helped my husband and i out when our…From the start of my pregnancy, Julia was legendary. She made sure every question was answered, every hypochondriac moment was solved. She helped my husband and i out when our insurance lapsed and i needed her care still, she made sure we got it. The day of my induction, she made sure i was fully taken care of from moment one till i left the hospital. She made me feel better during my c section, and was genuinely the best doctor ive ever had. Thank you guys for taking spectacular care of my son and i. And my incision is barely noticeable 🥳Absolutely loved this place. Dr. Brown delivered our daughter and was so helpful throughout the entire pregnancy and birth. What am amazing provider. He never made any question…Absolutely loved this place. Dr. Brown delivered our daughter and was so helpful throughout the entire pregnancy and birth. What am amazing provider. He never made any question feel dumb and was always willing to help outI went here for my IUD insertion. Laura Blackett was my NP and I felt extremely cared for and listened to, she’s very knowledgeable and answered any questions I had. She truly was…I went here for my IUD insertion. Laura Blackett was my NP and I felt extremely cared for and listened to, she’s very knowledgeable and answered any questions I had. She truly was amazing and I’d recommend her to anyone!I had Doctor Brown for my first baby and he was amazing!! He makes you feel calm and he’s super confident which makes first time mom anxiety easier!!Menopause is not treated by a standard OB-GYN. You need a menopause specialist. And that’s exactly what you’ll find from Laura Blackett. I’m so grateful to get the care and…Menopause is not treated by a standard OB-GYN. You need a menopause specialist. And that’s exactly what you’ll find from Laura Blackett. I’m so grateful to get the care and treatment of a specialist who listens and takes time to tend to my needs. I love this place and love Laura.I have been provider hopping for the past 10 years. This month I landed on Laura Blackett. She was so informative and knowledgeable. I have found a provider that I can trust. She…I have been provider hopping for the past 10 years. This month I landed on Laura Blackett. She was so informative and knowledgeable. I have found a provider that I can trust. She was amazing and I would highly recommend her to any of my family and friends.Had multiple miscarriages, they said my labs were fine and that nothing was wrong with me. I continued to have miscarriages until I finally switched to a new place and immediately…Had multiple miscarriages, they said my labs were fine and that nothing was wrong with me. I continued to have miscarriages until I finally switched to a new place and immediately got the care I needed. They don't take you seriously here, and don't care about your concerns whatsoever. I've talked to lots of friends about this place and they all say the same thing.I cant say enough wonderful things about Dr. Shannon Brennan. She actually listens too you and what you have issues with that are concerning you. And she helps you figure out the…I cant say enough wonderful things about Dr. Shannon Brennan. She actually listens too you and what you have issues with that are concerning you. And she helps you figure out the best plan to treat them. She doesnt look at you like a mark on the post and on too the next patient. And that is something i so value in a doctor, because too be heard and acknowledge that this is something and too do tests and figure out what is going on. She is also so caring, kind and knows her stuff when it comes too being the best Doctor ever!!! And her nurses are just so welcoming and kind as well its like im just chilling with a friend. While they do all the prelim stats. I would love too just go too her for my everything Doctor to be honest. So if your in search for a Lady Doctor, Dr. Shannon Brennan is the one you definitely should go too, youll be beyond happy with her.Consistently amazing care from Karen McBride and her colleagues. 20+ years as a patient and 2 healthy children to show for it. Highly recommend the Circle of Life Women's Center.I really loved my experience here. I was nervous going into it because I had previously had a home birth and was skeptical of OBGYNs. I developed a blood clot at 8 weeks pregnant…I really loved my experience here. I was nervous going into it because I had previously had a home birth and was skeptical of OBGYNs. I developed a blood clot at 8 weeks pregnant and became "high risk". Dr. Brown was always kind and respectful. He supported me throughout everything. He even personally called me to relay important results. His medical assistant, Sarah, was awesome too! She always made sure my kids got suckers (with my permission, of course). It's bittersweet to be 6 weeks postpartum. IF I have another baby, I would happily go back to Dr. Brown.Julia Johansson M.D was my Dr. Everything was okay enough...until I had my baby and went to get my IUD placed. Then that's when i was really not cared for...She jammed the IUD in…Julia Johansson M.D was my Dr. Everything was okay enough...until I had my baby and went to get my IUD placed. Then that's when i was really not cared for...She jammed the IUD in me so hard I started gushing blood and I've been in pain and spotting since. I called and was told I'd have to wait it out that it's all normal...fast forward 3 months later and it's still happening...they tell me oh maybe the strings are to long...you'll need them trimmed. Julia's next appointment is a month and a half out..great I scheduled and wait it out...I want the Dr who placed the IUD to fix/check the IUD. Welp here we are today after all that waiting to get a call that Julia only takes my insurance while I'm pregnant...awesome! I would of loved to know that months ago. Do NOT go here. They don't care about your concerns or how you feel physically...they will NOT fix the issues they cause you or care to make sure you know they can't help you..you'll wait and be in pain. Honestly this is just the last straw with this place. They Do NOT do NOT care. Please save yourself the heartache of going here. Ps. You'll wait in the lobby after checking in for almost an hr to be placed in a room for another 30 mins only to be given two mins of very cold Drs attempt at attention towards you. Horrible horrible placeShannon is simply the best. All the staff and nurses are professional and kind. I’ve gone to Circle of Life for 19 years and have been treated by Dr. Naisbitt, Dr Housel and Kathy…Shannon is simply the best. All the staff and nurses are professional and kind. I’ve gone to Circle of Life for 19 years and have been treated by Dr. Naisbitt, Dr Housel and Kathy Marks, and Shannon and all are amazing.I wanted to leave a positive review for COL Women’s Center after my very unexpected and sudden experience with them. I needed to get an emergency Dilation and Curettage after…I wanted to leave a positive review for COL Women’s Center after my very unexpected and sudden experience with them. I needed to get an emergency Dilation and Curettage after finding I had miscarried over 4 weeks prior to the discovery. I had called around to so many different clinics and OB offices in northern Utah. Because I did not have a provider (was going through a midwife) and did not have a referral no one was accepting me even though my situation had escalated. Circle of Life was the only place that seemed to really care on the phone call what was going on and had me come in immediately to meet with the MD. I was so grateful for their concern and quick acting so we could proceed with the surgery the next day. The care I received throughout the surgery was phenomenal and I really appreciated the relaxed and calm feeling vs having gone to an ER and feeling the rush and stress that comes with that environment. I really liked Brett Larson and found him to be very knowledgeable and calm and understanding. The procedure went really well and I have been recovering great. I highly recommend this place as someone who needed quick assistance during a miscarriage.Karen McBride is very personable. She looks st all aspects affecting your health. She listens and gives good direction. Thank you.Some people liked how fast shannon brennan is. I personally did not. It felt like she was in such a hurry to get me over with she didnt listen to a singular thing I said and was…Some people liked how fast shannon brennan is. I personally did not. It felt like she was in such a hurry to get me over with she didnt listen to a singular thing I said and was very rough. Im autisic, I have to have a dr with good comunication skills, who acualy brothers to look at my file and not dead name me every 5 seconds. I came in for a consistant spot of pain during intamacy, she only tested about 2 inches in when the spot was 4-5 inches in. Than spent 2 seconds doing the ultrasound. I hate not being listened to. I know my body better than Whats the point in going to a doctor just for them to hurry and not acualy take care of the matter at hand? Youd think if the piss came back as clean of infection its probably not caused by an infection. Yet she still says its probably just an infection. An infection isnt in the exact same spot every single time for mouths on end. It was a waist of my time to drive the almost 2 hours down just to be told its probably nothing.Circle of Life has brought me my two babies and now I’m pregnant with my third. I have seen Dr. Julia Johansson for all of them and I’m so thankful for her! Both pregnancies she…Circle of Life has brought me my two babies and now I’m pregnant with my third. I have seen Dr. Julia Johansson for all of them and I’m so thankful for her! Both pregnancies she has caught medical issues with the babies early so induced me to make sure everyone was safe. My labor with her has always been smooth sailing and I love getting to see her at all my appointments!Circle of life is thee only place ill go for having babies and women’s health!! They are so good at what they do. From the front desk to the back they are kind and so helpful. I’m…Circle of life is thee only place ill go for having babies and women’s health!! They are so good at what they do. From the front desk to the back they are kind and so helpful. I’m pregnant with my third baby and my Ob is retiring(he is amazing) so I had to get a new one and Dr. Brown is everything I could hope for in a doctor.. he made me feel confident hopeful and seen. I’m excited for this new chapter and am so happy it’ll be with circle of life!!!!Kaitlin Ellison W.H.N.P is extremely pleasant to have a consultation with. She is educated in her realm of medicine to the highest degree, She is thoughtful and dedicated in…Kaitlin Ellison W.H.N.P is extremely pleasant to have a consultation with. She is educated in her realm of medicine to the highest degree, She is thoughtful and dedicated in helping you to achieve the healthiest version of yourself. Every time I’ve seen her for an appointment, it has been extremely comfortable, she really listens to your concerns and is honest in her replies. If you’re looking for someone to do your yearly examinations that feels safe and validating she is your person.This was my first visit with Sierra Mayzsak F.N.P. Sierra was attentive, understanding of my concerns. Sierra was thorough & has me in the right direction. I feel my health will…This was my first visit with Sierra Mayzsak F.N.P. Sierra was attentive, understanding of my concerns. Sierra was thorough & has me in the right direction. I feel my health will be well taken care of in her hands.Shannon Brennan is fantastic and I feel seen and heard with her every time. She’s so knowledgeable and helpful. She’s a perimenopause expert. It’s so refreshing.Katilyn Ellison, was amazing. Sat and talked to me and answered all my questions. She's very knowledgeable, and kind. The Receptionist and nurses are also amazing.The nurse practitioner Laura Blackett is awesome! She’s very thorough and so helpful. Very knowledgeable and also super friendly. I would recommend her to anyone needing female…The nurse practitioner Laura Blackett is awesome! She’s very thorough and so helpful. Very knowledgeable and also super friendly. I would recommend her to anyone needing female healthcare. 💕💕💕 …I saw Shannon Brennen. My visit with her was so pleasant. She was kind, thorough and fast. When I say fast, I mean that she did not linger or prolong the awkwardness that usually…I saw Shannon Brennen. My visit with her was so pleasant. She was kind, thorough and fast. When I say fast, I mean that she did not linger or prolong the awkwardness that usually comes with a gyno visit. She’s cute, tiny and feminine which made me feel at ease. I 100% recommend this office and especially Shannon.Dr. Brown is the best doctor. He is so personable and has such a calming presence. I have delivered with him twice and both were unmedicated deliveries and he was so supportive…Dr. Brown is the best doctor. He is so personable and has such a calming presence. I have delivered with him twice and both were unmedicated deliveries and he was so supportive and a great energy to have during delivery and his medical assistant is awesome too! I would recommend him to anyone.This review is during a visit from 2021 & 2022 range, both of my experience was terrible. I went here cause it was the only clinic in Ogden. Once I moved out of the town I…This review is during a visit from 2021 & 2022 range, both of my experience was terrible. I went here cause it was the only clinic in Ogden. Once I moved out of the town I realized just how terrible this place was.. always rushy. They "must …We had an amazing experience with Dr. Brett Larson. From start to finish, I felt truly heard, supported, and in the best possible care throughout my pregnancyI love Circle of Life Women’s Clinic. My visit with Shannon Brennon was wonderful. It’s so nice to be seen by professionals who have specific training, education, and credentials…I love Circle of Life Women’s Clinic. My visit with Shannon Brennon was wonderful. It’s so nice to be seen by professionals who have specific training, education, and credentials with women’s issues. I felt heard and taken care of. Thank you!This place has the best bedside manner! Dr Blacket helped my 17 year old daughter feel comfortable and was very informative and compassionate about options for painful cycles.…This place has the best bedside manner! Dr Blacket helped my 17 year old daughter feel comfortable and was very informative and compassionate about options for painful cycles. It’s a very awkward time especially for teens. This was the place I did all my ultrasounds and visits with my now 17 year old and they still hold a strong standard. 10/10 highly recommend!Not gonna lie. Was a little leery because of past reviews. But was pleasantly surprised. The waiting room was very warm and lodge type feeling (right up my alley). Staff was…Not gonna lie. Was a little leery because of past reviews. But was pleasantly surprised. The waiting room was very warm and lodge type feeling (right up my alley). Staff was pleasant and efficient. Dr Shannon was kind, efficient, addressed all concerns and was professional. Glad I decided to take a chance.Getting an appointment was fast, and easy. The nurses, staff, and doctors truly care. They are very warm and welcoming. The facility is cozy, and inviting. It doesn’t feel like a…Getting an appointment was fast, and easy. The nurses, staff, and doctors truly care. They are very warm and welcoming. The facility is cozy, and inviting. It doesn’t feel like a scary sterile environment like most doctor offices do. There is a big play room for kids and big comfy couches in the waiting room. I saw Kaitlin Ellison, it was my first appointment through circle of life and with Kaitlin. She was absolutely amazing. She listened to all my questions, and answered them accordingly. She also lined out a plan for us both and truly wanted to help me. I didn’t feel rushed, I didn’t feel like just another chart. I felt like she had nothing but the best interest for me. And as someone who has struggled with doctors just treating my symptoms like another annoying thing and tossing meds at me, and telling me just lose weight, it was very nice to have someone truly see me and hear me. Thank you, I highly recommend circle of life!Dr. Shannon Brennon has been amazing. She actually listened to my concerns and worked with me to find a solution. I feel like me again. An older me, but me. Other Dr.’s responded…Dr. Shannon Brennon has been amazing. She actually listened to my concerns and worked with me to find a solution. I feel like me again. An older me, but me. Other Dr.’s responded with “you’re getting older” . I white knuckled it for years before finding her.I had an outstanding experience with Shannon Brennon, FLP as my OBGYN. She is incredibly compassionate, knowledgeable, and made me feel completely comfortable discussing my…I had an outstanding experience with Shannon Brennon, FLP as my OBGYN. She is incredibly compassionate, knowledgeable, and made me feel completely comfortable discussing my personal needs. The staff was also amazing—friendly, professional, and attentive. I truly appreciated the caring environment they provided. I highly recommend Shannon Brennon to anyone seeking a dedicated and empathetic healthcare provider!It was my first time meeting with Laura Blackett, but she was wonderful. She addressed all of my questions and concerns. She was extremely polite and made my visit comfortable.…It was my first time meeting with Laura Blackett, but she was wonderful. She addressed all of my questions and concerns. She was extremely polite and made my visit comfortable. Thank you for going above and beyond!I have gone to this place for years. I've seen multiple providers, I have frequent the other business within this establishment and have always had a pleasant experience. I went…I have gone to this place for years. I've seen multiple providers, I have frequent the other business within this establishment and have always had a pleasant experience. I went there with all three pregnancies I love that I received my …Professional and timely, from the check in process to meeting with the Doctor. Julia Johansson was great! She made time for my many questions and put me at ease with concerns.…Professional and timely, from the check in process to meeting with the Doctor. Julia Johansson was great! She made time for my many questions and put me at ease with concerns. Friendly, direct and honest. Very happy I have found a women’s health professional that is supportive!I chose this clinic because I had a great experience with a Dr who is no longer there. But if you have any medical concerns or don’t want to vaccinate for health related concerns…I chose this clinic because I had a great experience with a Dr who is no longer there. But if you have any medical concerns or don’t want to vaccinate for health related concerns you will victimized by the staff. Normally at 28 weeks I …Brett Larson is hands down the best OB! I had complications early on in my pregnancy and was terrified. Dr. Larson helped ease my anxiety by listening to me and helping understand…Brett Larson is hands down the best OB! I had complications early on in my pregnancy and was terrified. Dr. Larson helped ease my anxiety by listening to me and helping understand my symptoms. He was personable and made my husband and I feel safe coming to him with any questions we had. We delivered our beautiful baby girl in September and my recovery after C-section was a breeze! Truly could not have had a better experience.Friendly staff. The Dr Katlyn was great , informative, and quick. I waited in their beautiful lobby for about 10 minutes. Got called back., 10 minutes later was out . Total of 30…Friendly staff. The Dr Katlyn was great , informative, and quick. I waited in their beautiful lobby for about 10 minutes. Got called back., 10 minutes later was out . Total of 30 minutes tops . They also have online pre-registration so it can be much easier when you check in as well .Dr Brown was amazing throughout my entire pregnancy with my daughter. Every visit he validated my concerns and always ended by telling me everything was going great but to come in…Dr Brown was amazing throughout my entire pregnancy with my daughter. Every visit he validated my concerns and always ended by telling me everything was going great but to come in if I had any questions or concerns before my next appointment and I took him up on that a few times. He never once made me feel like my anxiousness was misplaced and had the nursing staff follow up with me when I was having some issues with my pregnancy. During the delivery he was so calm and collected and made us both feel so at ease. I highly recommend Dr Brown and wish he could’ve been my OB with my first. Such a great experience! Everyone we interacted with at CoL was so kind and we loved his MA! 10/10She [Dr. Robin Houpe] cared about me in the moment while she was with me. I could tell she was competent and educated but she was able to speak to me. She performed my IUI fast…She [Dr. Robin Houpe] cared about me in the moment while she was with me. I could tell she was competent and educated but she was able to speak to me. She performed my IUI fast and sufficiently and explained every step as she went...She spent time talking to me as a person, it was easy to speak to her. I didnt feel like a number to her...I would suggest asking every question you can think of. She is more than willing to answer them.Dr. Houpe is a regular OBGYN so I had lower expectations to begin with, however we decide to some initial treatment with her in order to save on costs. I feel that she is a great…Dr. Houpe is a regular OBGYN so I had lower expectations to begin with, however we decide to some initial treatment with her in order to save on costs. I feel that she is a great OBGYN, but does not have good experience with dealing with infertility and it was very difficult to get answers about things due to not being able to talk with her directly. I had to direct most of my care with her and ask for any changes or to try something different.Who you would meet

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