Dr. Joslyn Gumbs, MD

Dr. Joslyn Gumbs, MD

OB-GYN
1300 N Vermont Ave, Ste 804, Los Angeles, CA 90027

At a glance

4.44 stars (267 reviews)
89% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 15 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from University of California, Davis, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Gumbs, Joslyn
2 office locations
4.44
267 reviews
Bedside manner
4.6
Wait time
4.2

Recent reviews

Great to come back. Dr Gumbs delivered my baby back in 2022. Felt very comfortable and well taken care of.
Verified patient
Kind and thoughtful doctor and staff. The building is a bit worn and dated, but the great care from Dr. Gumbs and her staff totally made up for that with their warmth and skilled care.

Office location

Gumbs, Joslyn
1300 N Vermont Ave, Ste 804, Los Angeles, CA, 90027

Joslyn Gumbs does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time

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In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Menopause symptoms
Menopause symptoms

Other popular visit reasons

Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Annual Physical
Bladder Pain / Interstitial Cystitis
Infertility Consultation
Laparoscopic Tubal Ligation
Menstrual Cramp(s)
OB-GYN Consultation
Pregnancy Problem
Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Annual Physical
Bladder Pain / Interstitial Cystitis
Infertility Consultation

More about Dr. Joslyn Gumbs, MD

All HMO plans require a referral. Dr. Joslyn Gumbs is a leading OBGYN in the Greater Los Angeles, CA, area, dedicated to helping women of all ages, from teens to seniors, receive the skilled care they need to be as healthy as possible throughout every stage of life. Her experience, advanced training, and compassionate approach have earned her the confidence of all her patients and made her a favorite healthcare provider among L.A.-area women. Dr. Gumbs completed a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry at the University of Manitoba, followed by a second Bachelor's degree and certification in cytology (cells) at Loma Linda University. She earned her Doctor of Medicine from the University of California, Davis, and completed her residency at White Memorial Medical Center. If you have a medical plan, you will need a referral from your primary doctor. If we are contracted with your plan, they can refer you to us. If not, they will refer you to a contracted doctor. If you are unsure, please give us a call. We accept straight medical only.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - University of California, Davis, Doctor of Medicine
White Memorial Medical Center (Residency)
University of Manitoba (Bachelor’s)

Practice

Gumbs, Joslyn

Certifications

American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Female

NPI number

#1285658690

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.44
Wait time
4.21
Bedside manner
4.63
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267 reviews
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Great to come back. Dr Gumbs delivered my baby back in 2022. Felt very comfortable and well taken care of.
Verified patient
Great and wonderful doctor. I rally trusted her and the knowledge she brought to my appointment. Thank you so much!
Verified patient
The wait was a bit long but the doctor and nurses are incredibly kind and will listen to all your concerns.
Great experience with Dr. Gumbs and her staff — I felt heard and listened to! Very kind and professional.
Verified patient
Dr. Gumbs took her time and answered all my questions prior to beginning my physical. Highly recommend.
Verified patient
The doctor was very friendly and I felt like she was taking my concerns seriously.
Verified patient
The reason for the long wait time wasbecayse she was calked for c section. She returned and got caught up in no time flat.
Felt like I was in the safest hands. Would highly recommend anyone to go see Dr. Gumbs.
Verified patient
I love this doctors office! They know how to make the experience feel personal and comfortable. Very organized with times!
Dr. Gumbs is great! I felt safe and heard and left feeling really positive about myself. Would highly recommend!
Dr. Gumbs was very sweet and made me feel comfortable. Her student assitant (nurse?) was also very kind and helpful.
Verified patient
I was very impressed with this doctor. She was warm, kind and very knowledgeable. I would recommend her highly.
Verified patient
She's an absolute sweetheart very caring, sweet and compassionate! The office gals are extremely kind as well!
Verified patient
Dr. Gumbs was very friendly and made me feel at ease. Her staff Martha and Jessica were a delight as well.
very gentle and friendly staff. wait time was long but otherwise fine
Verified patient
She is the most knowledgeable and attentive doctor I have ever been to. Would recommend her to anyone!
Verified patient
She was so friendly, kind and explained everything very clearly. Would definitely recommend her!
She's very sweet. I liked her. But Unfortunately she wasn't able to help me with my problem.
Verified patient
Dr. Gumbs was both professional and funny. I felt very comfortable and well taken care of.
Listened, caring, kinda cut me off when I was talking about my symptoms but still nice.
I loved not having to wait. Dr. Gumbs is very personable and nice and put me at ease.
Everyone here was so nice and so efficient, definitely recommend.
Verified patient
Dr. Gumbs is sweet and thorough. I’m so happy to have her as my doctor!
Very professional and kind person. My concerns were thoroughly answered.
Verified patient
She was great, very prompt and answered all the questions I had!
Verified patient
Very sweet and informative! Made me feel very comfortable.
Verified patient
Great! Would recommend Dr. Gumbs to everyone.
Verified patient
Everything was fine!
I want to reschedule
Verified patient
apparently i need a referral every single time i have an appt now? im new to la care medi cal and none of this was disclosed with me by their office. the office informed me i needed a referral for the first time seeing dr (understandable), but now it’s every time. i’m letting everyone reading this comment know so they won’t waste their time like their office wasted mine. as for bedside manner- the first appt i fought for the dr seemed dismissive of my concerns and questions. having HMO insurance i get treated like i ruined my doctors life. i should’ve shopped for a different gyno after this first visit. lesson learned!
Verified patient
Kind and thoughtful doctor and staff. The building is a bit worn and dated, but the great care from Dr. Gumbs and her staff totally made up for that with their warmth and skilled care.
I had a great experience! Would recommend!
Verified patient
Kind, friendly, patient doctor.
Verified patient
This doctor should know that her patients can hear her mocking them as she walks through the hallways— the doors are not soundproof. I found her bedside manner to be brash and her demeanor unprofessional. She told me to just forget about my heightened risk of breast cancer because “everyone gets it eventually.” Her staff was kind, but I found her to be a condescending person. Would not recommend this doctor.
Dr.Gumbs was excellent. She was very present, pleasant and patient when listening to my concerns. Dr. Gumbs clearly educated me on my concerns and I would feel very comfortable recommending her to friends.
Verified patient
This review isn’t for the doctor herself as I didn’t get to see the doctor. I finally was able to get insurance after not having medical insurance for years, and waited 2 months for this appointment. I haven’t received my insurance cards in the mail yet, but had gone into the doctors a few weeks prior where they just looked up my insurance with my number. The woman at the front desk was on the phone when I arrived so I sat and waited quietly to check in, after she got of the phone she rudely said “ID and Insurance” I wouldn’t have even known she was talking to me if I wasn’t the only one in the waiting room. Anyways, I explained to her that I didn’t have my insurance card but in the past you’re able to look it up. She was very unkind and told me no and basically turned me away. Which was devastating for me as I’ve waited years to get insurance and finally be able to get an appointment to try to better my health. I left crying, had to pay a parking fee and felt completely defeated.
My appointment with Dr. Gumbs was great! She was very informative, and listened carefully to all my questions and answered thoughtfully and gave clear explanations of next steps.
Verified patient
Dr. Gumbs was so great, the entire office was! The care I received was thoughtful, efficient, and genuinely kind. Everyone I interacted with made me feel comfortable and well taken care of. The process was smooth and reassuring. I would absolutely recommend this office to anyone looking for quality care in a welcoming environment.
Verified patient
I really like Dr. Gumbs. This is my second visit to her. Her office has state of the art equipment. Her staff is very friendly, and as long as she’s not delivering a baby, her appointments are timely. I would recommend her.
I had a great experience at Dr. Gumbs office, she and all of her staff are very kind. I was very nervous for my appointment and Dr. Gumbs was very understanding and patient with me and answered all of my questions.
Verified patient
Dr Gumbs was great. She was quick, efficient and friendly. She gave me a valid reason for a pain issue I've been having for several years that other doctors have been dismissive of.
Dr. Gumbs was professional and swift, I didn't have long to wait, she was great at cutting right to what I was there for, asking relevant questions, giving good advice, and moving along!
Getting to the office was confusing and the wait time was around 40min but Dr Gumbs had great energy. She was calm and took her time to make sure I got all my concerns addressed.
Dr. Gumbs is truly a wonderful doctor! I had some concerns that she was able to address and gave me lots of information. I highly recommend her!! 10/10
Verified patient
10/10. No notes.
Very nice doctor. Conducted a good consultation, explained everything through a translator, even showed and drew) Gave a referral for tests.
Verified patient
I am extremely frustrated with my experience. I booked an appointment through Zocdoc, and even though I provided all my insurance details, including the insurance photo, I was not informed about the provider's insurance limitations. The day before my appointment, they called to confirm, and everything seemed fine. I arrived 10 minutes early for my appointment, only to be told that they do not accept my EPO insurance, but only PPO. This is completely unacceptable and unprofessional. If they only accept certain types of insurance, that should be made clear upfront, not when I show up for my appointment. Wasted my time and caused unnecessary stress.
Verified patient
Friendly staff and amazing doctor!
Verified patient
I would like to express my gratitude to Dr. Jocelyn Gumbs for her attention, warmth and understanding of patients. And most importantly for her professionalism. Thank you very much for being there!!!
Verified patient
I made this appointment over a month in advance. Arrived to the appointment 15 minutes early. Someone who got there after I did was called in before me and I was finally called in about five minutes after my actual appointment time. They took my weight and blood pressure, got me set up in a gown in a room, and I waited for over 30 minutes. I left 40 minutes after my scheduled appointment after not being seen be the doctor at all. I have a job and make my appointments at a specific time for a reason and if an office can’t see their patients in a timely manner then maybe you should consider taking weekend appointments since no one else’s time matters; especially when appointments HAVE TO BE BOOKED ONE MONTH IN ADVANCE.
Verified patient
Frequently asked questions

What practice does Dr. Joslyn Gumbs work with?

Dr. Joslyn Gumbs works with Gumbs, Joslyn.

Where is Dr. Joslyn Gumbs's office located?

Dr. Joslyn Gumbs has 2 office locations in Los Angeles, view full addresses on Dr. Gumbs's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Joslyn Gumbs have?

Dr. Joslyn Gumbs is certified by American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Joslyn Gumbs?

Dr. Joslyn Gumbs frequently sees patients for Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Annual Physical, Infertility Consultation, OB-GYN Consultation, and Pregnancy Problem. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Joslyn Gumbs on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Joslyn Gumbs speak?

Dr. Joslyn Gumbs speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Joslyn Gumbs in reviews?

267 patients have reviewed Dr. Joslyn Gumbs. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.44/5. They have a 4.62/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.21/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

Joslyn Gumbs does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time.