Lucy Sanders, MD

Lucy Sanders, MD

OB-GYN
527.2 mi · 3731 Rainbow Dr, Rainbow City, AL 35906

At a glance

1.00 stars (1 review)
20% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 6 insurances
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham
and DCH Regional Medical Center
Offers telehealth visits
Video appointments available via Telehealth

Patient review summary

1.00
Dr. Lucy Sanders has received mixed feedback from patients regarding her approach to postpartum care. Concerns have been raised about her adherence to patient preferences and the manner in which she communicates medical decisions. In one instance, a patient expressed dissatisfaction with Dr. Sanders' handling of postpartum pitocin administration, noting that despite the patient's explicit request to avoid routine pitocin, Dr. Sanders proceeded to discuss its use based on her own assessment of the situation. This has led to accusations of not fully respecting informed consent and using persuasive language to influence patient decisions. The review highlights a need for thorough questioning and clear communication with the provider to ensure that patient wishes are adequately considered and respected. The above is a summary of provider feedback collected from external public sources.
The above is a summary of provider feedback collected from external public sources

Office locations

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Henderson & Walton Women's Center - Rainbow City
475.4 mi · 3731 Rainbow Dr, Rainbow City, AL, 35906
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Henderson & Walton Women's Center - Tuscaloosa
571.2 mi · 500 Towncenter Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35406
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Henderson & Walton Women's Center - Cullman
490.1 mi · 212 4th Ave SE, Cullman, AL, 35055

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In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare

Popular visit reasons

Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Birth Control / Contraception
Heavy or Irregular Vaginal Bleeding
Pelvic Pain
Prenatal Care
Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vaginal Discharge / Infection
Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Birth Control / Contraception
Heavy or Irregular Vaginal Bleeding
Pelvic Pain

More about Lucy Sanders, MD

Dr. Lucy Sanders is a dedicated OB-GYN. She practices at Henderson & Walton Women's Center, serving patients in Rainbow City, Tuscaloosa, Cullman, and Birmingham, AL.  Dr. Sanders earned her bachelor's degree from Vanderbilt University before pursuing her medical degree at the University of Alabama School of Medicine. She completed her internship at the University of Alabama School of Medicine, followed by a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the same institution.  Dr. Sanders is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham and DCH Regional Medical Center, providing comprehensive care to her patients in the region.

Education & experience

Affiliation

Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham
DCH Regional Medical Center

Certifications

American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

License

AL State Medical License active through December 2024 #00036550

Awards and publications

Decreasing opioid use in postoperative gynecologic oncology patients through a restrictive opioid prescribing algorithm.

Background

Gender

Female

NPI number

#1033563317

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