Livoti A Carol, MD

I like Dr Livoti, she is definitely old school which is what I like most… she knows what she’s doing and she knows what she’s talking about. Her bedside manner can be strong but again, she’s old school lol. In the end, from my experience, she was kind and straight forward. I will definitely be back to see her again.

As a friend referred me to Dr. Livoti, I am very disappointed that I had such a poor experience. Unfortunately my visit was less than stellar as I was charged a «new patient fee» which Oscar tells me they never charge and the Doctor’s office tells me Oscar imposes. When I asked for documentation from the Doctor’s office so I could go back to Oscar with it, I was told they would pass something to me once they were paid for their services. The connection between them being paid and validating their claim that Oscar imposed the fee had me wonder. Oscar told me they have had past issues with this doctor. Given the «discrepancy» I would never take her word for anything or consider her lab results as valid. On top of all this, I agree with the other reviewer, questioning me on my vitamins, supplements and eating habits for the majority of my appointment was condescending although much of the rest of our discussion was valid and interesting. I think the Doctor overall has good intentions but her front desk and charging practices need review.

I had a first appointment that I cancelled. I did not like the «financial wheeling and dealing» the assistant went over, over the telephone. It felt like a bargaining deal at a retail shop.

Carol and her staff made me feel so comfortable and at ease. She is knowledgable, and personable. She and her staff were easy to talk to which made the visit go by quickly and painlessly. I absolutely hate having my blood drawn and her assistant was the best yet. One very convenient thing was that I was able to fill out the paperwork online to save time in the office (this was done through zocdoc). I will definitely be coming back!

I have been a patient of Dr. Livoti’s for over twenty-​five years. Before seeing Dr. Livoti for the first time my previous Doctor was arrested for aiding in an illegal adoption, then I saw a doctor who should not have treated women and fortunately someone recommended Carol Livoti — what a pleasure. She is helpful, sympathetic and caring. She takes the time to explain things to you and to find out how you are doing. She is interest in you, the patient. Her examinations are always gentle and she try very hard to make the examination as painless and pleasant as possible.
The office staff reflects Dr. Livoti, and are caring, helpful and treat patients extremely well. The office is always beautiful and spotless.
I have had a number of physical problems in the past few years and she went over everything and gave me so helpful advice. She is the only doctor that I completely trust.
I have never felt that Dr. Livoti was condescending or talked down to me, she does patiently explain things and if you are ill informed or dense she will explain the situation again. She is extremely professional. I am lucky too have her as my doctor.

Dr. Livoti has been my gynecologist for several years now. She is the only Dr. in NYC I completely trust. She spends a lot of time with her visits and explains things thoroughly. My husband and I spent years trying to get pregnant. When fertility Dr.‘s were suggesting IVF (for male factor infertility), Dr. Livoti empowered me to explore Varicocele Embolization. I told her «The specialist suggested that Varicocele Embolization is not a guarantee» and to that Dr. Livoti insisted «Nothing in life is a guarantee, IVF isn’t a guarantee». Her way of words can be harsh. and that can sometimes come off the wrong way. but in this case, her attitude was a bit of a wake up call for me. Long story short, my husband had the procedure and 2 months later I became pregnant. Dr. Livoti doesn’t deliver babies but she took me through my entire first trimester, providing me with the information I needed, ultrasounds, bloodwork, genetic screening, referals etc. Sometimes, her manner can be a bit intense for me, I am a very sensitive person, but I can’t help but credit her for my getting pregnant naturally. pushing me to take care of the problem rather than going around it. She is very knowledgeable and passionate about her job.

In the exam room, Dr. Livoti’s witty and attentive personality instantly puts the patient at ease. It’s quite a gift, considering that gynecological exams are inherently invasive and awkward. Her lovely receptionist/​assistant has an equally caring, friendly demeanor and breezy charm that inspires patient confidence and comfort.
I feel lucky to have found such a wonderful new OB-​GYN in Manhattan!

I really like her! She’s funny and direct but took time to answer questions. I actually had one of the best doctor visits ever there. The office isn’t very fancy and the waiting room smells like strong perfume but other than that it was a great visit and I got what I needed in a swift manner.

Condescending and insensitive. Didn’t feel like I could talk to her, and when I did speak she didn’t really seem all that interested in what I had to say. They also wont give you test results over the phone (even if they are normal) so you have to pay an additional co-​pay just to get the results and apparently «discuss» with Dr Livoti in office. Just another way to make money. Overall an awful experience.

She was extremely late even though I was the first appointment of the day, and she was very pushy and condescending. The office staff completely screwed up a prescription renewal. I will not be going back.

I wish I could post no stars. THIS WAS THE MOST HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE! Dr. Carol Livoti is a disgrace to the medical profession. She is condescending and insensitive beyond belief. I never post reviews so I hope whom ever reads this will take this seriously. I went 2 times. The first for a check up and to talk about getting pregnant. She displayed no real interest and had NO bedside manner. Her first response to me wanting to get pregnant was «well you know your losing an egg every month … So your chances are dwindling ». I’m 36 for the record. I am very aware of the statistics. I wasn’t planning on returning however, I was called back in for test results, paid an extra co pay and waited for an hour and a half. When the doctor came in she did not close the door. The information she delivered had made me a bit sensitive. Her response was to make inappropriate jokes and suggest that I may be an unfit mother if I don’t get my emotions in check. The doctor then proceeded to prescribe me Xanax and Percocet for a minor procedure ! Trust me there is more but I just can’t even go on! Please, do not go to this woman. I could not write a review on zocdoc. There are some positive ones … Do not trust those. The reviews that are concurrent with mine are accurate. I believe your gyno should be honest, informed and be committed to creating a safe and positive environment for her clients. Period !!!

Only place I will go from now on. I don’t understand the negative reviews. I’ve been going here for years

I’m really surprised by all the negative reviews. I went to Dr. Livoti for a few years, leaving only because I’m moving out of the city.
Going to the gyno is always an awkward and uncomfortable experience, but Dr. Livoti always made me feel relaxed. My first appointment with her was the best, where we went over a bunch of different birth control options (I was looking to change from the pill I was on) and she helped me find the right pill for me based on the side effects I was experiencing. No other doctor I had been to really listened to my concerns like she did. She also always gave me free sample packs of the pill I was on which was really appreciated, since it saved me money.
I never had any major medical issues so I appreciated the pretty quick appointments. Dr. Livoti is always pretty no nonsense, and always very funny. I can see how people would be uncomfortable with her sense of humor, but I always got a kick out of it.
Basically, if you are horrified by the thought of your gyno saying «You have a beautiful cervix!» while getting a pap smear, then Dr. Livoti is not for you. If you think it’s hilarious like I do, she’s probably the doctor for you.

TERRIBLE TERRIBLE TERRIBLE I’m embarrassed that I’ve put up with this for a year now. Long wait times, constantly trying to get her to actually call in a prescription, rude staff. They are always trying to milk you for more money. You have to go out of your way to physically show up at her office to get results so that they can charge you twice the copay. Now they’ve made up these «appointments» I need to make before I can get the prescription she’s given me every month for almost a year. You’ll regret going here.

Dr. Livoti is just beyond awful. The first few appointments I made were cancelled by the office. When I finally had an appointment that wasn’t cancelled, I ended up waiting in the office for 40 minutes past my appointment time. So already before even having the «chance» to meet her, I was put off by her complete disregard for my schedule.
When I finally met with her, she was nice enough. She was a bit condescending at times, which I definitely didn’t appreciate. Going to the OBGYN isn’t generally the most pleasant of experiences as it is, and having your intelligence insulted doesn’t make it any better.
I had some regular tests run and they refuse to tell you any results over the phone or mail them to you, and so I had to come in to pick up the piece of paper. Not only did they try to charge my a $ 20 copay JUST to pick up a stupid piece of paper, but during my «consultation» about the results (aka the doctor literally reading off of the piece of paper to me) Dr. Livoti managed to figure out a way to insult me, and my religion.
Somehow it came up that i was Orthodox Jewish, and she started going off on me about how rabbis are causing babies to die all the time from herpes because she claimed «all of them suck the blood from the baby after a bris…» and that she thinks its ridiculous when people choose religion over medical safety, and that I’m probably really lucky not to have gotten herpes. I told her that not only was she woefully misinformed about actual jewish practice in mainstream orthodoxy, but that if it was ok with her, I wouldn’t lecture her about medical facts I don’t know anything about if she would agree not to lecture me about religious practices she doesn’t know anything about. She started backpedalling and stammering that she hadn’t meant to insult me, but come on. You’re supposed to be a professional. Somebody who has been a doctor as long as she has should know better than to lecture their patients about politics or religion etc…
This was all months ago, and yesterday I called to have them refill my prescription. The lady I spoke to in the office said she would call it in to the pharmacy, which she actually managed to do… When I went to pick up the prescription, the pharmacist mentioned it was a generic, which I thought was strange, so I started asking the pharmacist a bit about it. Luckily I had my old rx paper with me. Turns out the doctor ordered the completely incorrect medicine for me. According to the pharmacist, it wasn’t even close. If the pharmacist and I hadn’t happened to have spoken, I could have been taking the incorrect medicine, which under regular circumstances would be bad, but I also have very serious allergies to certain medicines and could have ended up in the hospital.
I explained this all to the person I spoke to in Dr. Livoti’s office when I called them back to have them send the CORRECT prescription. The lady in the office told me that I shouldn’t have such attitude about it-​she told me it happens all the time that they send the wrong prescription and they just have to go and fix it. I told her that no offense, but yes I should have attitude since her mess-​up could have landed me in the hospital, and that I seriously didn’t appreciate her cavalier attitude towards my health and well-​being.
Suffice it to say, I would NOT advise anybody to visit Dr. Livoti.

I didn’t have a great experience with Dr. Livoti. She was very dismissive and didn’t listen to what I had to say. I’m not a fan of doctors who demean your concerns and send you on your way.

I was excited to see Dr. Livoti because all of her reviews were so wonderful.
I arrived for my appointment at 9am and waited 40 MINUTES for Dr. Livoti before leaving the office. Her receptionist kept saying that she was in a cab and should be in any second throughout this 40 minute wait time.
She might be great, but I’m sure there are many other great NYC doctors who actually get to work on time. Very disappointing.

I thought Dr. Livoti was by far the best OB-​Gyn I have ever been to, especially since I just moved to NYC. My previous doctor was very rude and judgemental. I was just used to that. When I went to Dr. Livoti during my lunch break, I was waited on at the exact time of my appointment.
The assistant was so friendly and nice and both the Doctor and assistant really made me feel at ease.
I appreciated talking to Dr. Livoti before we started the exam instead of the usual nurses. I did not find that being in the room was revolving door, which i see at other doctors.
I am definitely using Dr. Livoti for now on and look forward to dealing with her in the future.

Dr. Livoti is the best doctor I have seen since moving to NYC.
She is so funny! Other reviewers don’t seem to find her attitude professional, but personally I think that her approach brings some much-​needed comic relief to an otherwise uncomfortable doctor’s visit.
I also found her non-​judgmental, which is important in any doctor (for example when discussing illicit substance use reported on new patient forms) but especially important in a gynecologist (for example when requesting birth control).
Dr. Livoti performed my pap quickly and her assistant drew my blood painlessly. The assistant was pleasant and helpful.
I am tempted to subtract a star for being kept waiting a little, but I was in-​and-​out within an hour, which is really not bad.

I can’t agree with Melissa more. Don’t see this doctor because she is terrible. Her sense of sarcasm is just ridiculous. When I quoted what Dr. Livoti said to my dermatologist, I can tell from his facial expression that my dermatologist was bit shocked and surprised.