Paola A Escobar, CNM, MSN, MBA
Midwife
606.5 mi · 141 Passaic Avenue, Passaic, NJ 07055
At a glance
4.61 stars (230 reviews)
92% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 45 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Emblem Health, Medicare, more+ ·
Works at Holistic OB/GYN & Midwifery Practice
2 office locations
Affiliated with Saint Mary's Hospital
HackensackUMC Mountainside and 1 more
4.61
230 reviews
Bedside manner
4.6
Wait time
4.1
Recent reviews
Buscaba un lugar donde me sintiera cómoda en mi primera cita, y lo encontré en este lugar. Es muy apropiado y cómodo. El personal y las enfermeras, fueron muy atentas y muy servicial. Seguiré hiendo a mis consultas con la ginecóloga Paola Escobar, Con la que aún no e tenido una conversación médica, pero espero conocer y encontrar una buena confianza como todas queremos sentirnos.
October 5, 2021Yidriska R.Verified patient
I never have been to a doctor office where everything went according to plan and if other doctors could use this method of running an office by appointment and not get overwhelmed I’m going back I LOVED IT !!
September 15, 2021Kia C.Verified patient
Office locations
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Holistic OB/GYN & Midwifery Practice
606.5 mi · 141 Passaic Avenue, Passaic, NJ, 07055
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Holistic OB/GYN & Midwifery Practice
608.7 mi · 115 Pine Street, Ridgewood, NJ, 07450
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Emblem Health
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Emblem Health
Popular visit reasons
Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Birth Control / Contraception
Menstrual Cramp(s)
Multiple Gestation / Twins or Triplets
OB-GYN Consultation
Preeclampsia
Pregnancy Problem
Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Birth Control / Contraception
Menstrual Cramp(s)
Multiple Gestation / Twins or Triplets
More about Paola A Escobar, CNM, MSN, MBA
Paola A. Escobar, MSN, CNM started her nursing career as a graduate of Rutgers University School of Nursing, where she received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing, with a minor in Women's Health and Sociology.
Paola has worked in a number of midwifery practices, including hospital, private settings, birthing center and clinics. She has worked in Maternity Units with Midwives in NJ and NYC. She was awarded a Master's in Nursing and Midwifery Certification at Univerisity of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ, currently known as Rutgers.
Paola A. Escobar also holds a Master's in Business Administration with a concentration in Healthcare Management. She is an active member of the American College of Nurse-Midwives, a member of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the Association of Reproductive Health Professionals. She has been servicing Hudson, Passaic and Essex County since 1997.
Education & experience
Education
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Master's in Nursing
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Certificate in Midwifery
Saint Leo University, Master's in Business Administration
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey (Bachelor’s)
Practice
Holistic OB/GYN & Midwifery Practice
Affiliation
Saint Mary's Hospital
HackensackUMC Mountainside
Hackensack University Medical Center at Pascack Valley
Professional memberships
Association of Reproductive Health Professionals
American College of Nurse-Midwives
Background
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Gender
Female
NPI number
#1730385782
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.61
Wait time
4.10
Bedside manner
4.63
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230 reviews
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Paola A Escobar is really nice and friendly, great midwife had my first child with her and it was an amazing experience.
February 1, 2016Winifer S.Verified patient
I'm very happy, she was patient and I never felt she was trying to finish fast. She had a lot of good advice.
April 11, 2016Silvia P.Verified patient
I think she is very professional and knowledgeable about her profession. Her staff was friendly and helpful.
More than 1 year agoSpring W.Verified patient
She was very pleasant and have excellent bed side matters. Very professional staff. Highly recommended
February 5, 2018Sene M.Verified patient
I absolutely loved my experience with them. Very professional and attentive. Highly recommended.
More than 1 year agoJasmina O.Verified patient
I've been with Paola for a long time and she is the best midwife anyone could ask for!!!
June 2, 2016Margarita A.Verified patient
Went very well. Everyone is very friendly & Paola was very informative. Highly recommend.
More than 1 year agoPM
long wait, not that organized , staff was nice, Doctor is not that friendly but helpful
December 8, 2017Krystina D.Verified patient
Very helpful and friendly office staff.
Pleasant appointment, answered all questions.
August 9, 2016Christina R.Verified patient
Totalmente exelente Las personas que trabajan alli son muy atentos y la dr exelente
April 11, 2016Rebecca F.Verified patient
Me encanto la atencion. Me senti comoda... ??. Realmente la recommend...
June 9, 2015Initials hidden
Dr Paola is always so caring. The staff is very helpful and patient.
January 20, 2020Priscilla B.Verified patient
It was great friendly staff excellent service. Can’t wait to go back
November 7, 2020Stephanie M.Verified patient
I booked for 12:15 arrived at 12:05 and wasn't seen until after 2pm.
August 27, 2018Initials hidden
Great staff and friendly environment. Very clean and nice place
September 25, 2021Valentina J.Verified patient
I felt comfortable wish is good. She listen to me and was helpful
October 12, 2015Katiria C.Verified patient
She is thorough and precise. Would recommend her in a heartbeat!
February 23, 2018Michelle O.Verified patient
I was very comfortable! Everybody were so kind with me! Thanks
November 16, 2015Claudia D.Verified patient
I love the way dr Paola was so kind and very professional
October 12, 2021Patricia D.Verified patient
Very pleasant and professional staff. GYN was very gentle
More than 1 year agoJonelle A.Verified patient
Great patient service and the facility is modern chic.
September 23, 2021Bricelis H.Verified patient
She was great and helped with all the questions I had.
April 25, 2016Barbara V.Verified patient
Buscaba un lugar donde me sintiera cómoda en mi primera cita, y lo encontré en este lugar. Es muy apropiado y cómodo. El personal y las enfermeras, fueron muy atentas y muy servicial. Seguiré hiendo a mis consultas con la ginecóloga Paola Escobar, Con la que aún no e tenido una conversación médica, pero espero conocer y encontrar una buena confianza como todas queremos sentirnos.
October 5, 2021Yidriska R.Verified patient
I never have been to a doctor office where everything went according to plan and if other doctors could use this method of running an office by appointment and not get overwhelmed I’m going back I LOVED IT !!
September 15, 2021Kia C.Verified patient
The wait time was rather long.The provider was rather distant and not so much personable. I prefer my providers to have some sense of humor or at least smile accordingly. Her interpersonal skills need to be improved. The front office staff was not very welcoming.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Would recommend; they are very polite and made the experience quick and easy. She was also super helpful with giving me the information I need.
January 16, 2021Initials hidden
Amazing!
January 14, 2021Maria S.Verified patient
Paola was amazing! She's extremely nice and sweet personality. she is also a very calm nature creating a very happy and calm atmosphere. looking forward to meet her again.
December 6, 2020Surah R.Verified patient
All the staff are professional and very friendly
September 22, 2020Ana R.Verified patient
I was seen by Veronica. She was great. If you’re looking for a straight forward annual women’s exam, this place is great. I was just off put by the first woman who saw me and did the initial assessment. She asked my medical history and I shared that I have a history of anxiety and depression, she then went on about how “No, you didn’t have that... it’s just all in the mind” which was really shocking and personally hurtful/triggering in all my years with healthcare professionals who’ve assessed my history. I’m disappointed by the interaction but I would consider going there since I’d only need to be seen once a year, they take my insurance and it’s close to where I live.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
The doctor is professional.
More than 1 year agoCheska D.Verified patient
Very uncomfortable with this doctor. I was waiting for way too long just for what I was told was a consultation. The consultitation ended up in me being forced to do a pap smear. When I finally got into the office I was rushed by the doctor and basically forced to make a choice to do a natural labor. This lady wouldnt let me express my concerns or the fact that my first child was high risk and breech. She rushed me out of the room and sent me down the hall to get bloodwork done. She writes me a prescription for what I was told was prenatal vitamins.......when I got to the pharmacy and opened the bag of the "prenatal vitamins" much to my surprise Dr Escobar prescribed a dietary supplement for lactating women. I am perfectly healthy except for currently having a cold. I eat a lot and I am very active. I do not need a medication that has never even been heard of to be prescribed to me by a doctor who was too much in a rush to care. I refuse to take this medication. I went to this doctor once and that was the first and last time I will ever go to them again. I even checked multiple websites for the information on the pill bottle and it can't be found anywhere. HEADS UP if you choose to go here just know you will be rushed and you will not get a word in at all.
August 8, 2020Rebecca Z.Verified patient
you have to tell the what to do for you. It takes 3 weeks for blood results which I had never had to wait more than a week with my previous GYN
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I honestly felt she barely dedicated time to me. I voiced my concerns and got the shortest few words back from her. Then I went for an ultrasound I needed at her other location and was asked to go back the next day for results which is very frustrating. I went in during my scheduled time and her reception staff was extremely rude and said she was out to lunch and I would simply have to wait. Needless to say after that I never went back.
December 26, 2018Initials hidden
IF I COULD GIVE NO STARS I WOULD!! This mid-wife violated my patient rights and caused me to have a Dyfus case 2 days after giving birth her and her staff tested me twice for substance abuse like I was a drug addict w/o my knowledge racially profiling me using me like a science experiment instead of coming to me like normal doctor and informing me of she would be doing she continued to test me and instead of helping me with what she found she patiently waited for me to give birth to then make life hard for me and my family I have been unable to enjoy my new baby because of the damage she has caused. Causing postpartum depression more than ever..there is so much more to this story and it still continues PLEASE PLEASE DO NOT GO TO PAOLA ESCOBAR SHE IS NO GOOD!!!!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Great visit! Everyone was so nice.
April 2, 2018Shanita H.Verified patient
No wait but they need a sign to tell you its downstairs and apparently the phlebotomist isn't that great she bruised me and i never bruise then the facility dies not have ultrasound technology they refer out to their ight facility for that even if you discussed prior to appt you can't get there
March 16, 2018Initials hidden
great doctor.
February 15, 2018Symilia J.Verified patient
Very nice front desk person! Waiting room was beautiful. Although there was a bit of a wait, Ms. Escobar was very thorough and helpful with my questions. I was happy with her and her staff.
More than 1 year agoDiana S.Verified patient
My first visit and I really liked it !
November 21, 2016Initials hidden
Dr. Escobar was good but unfortunately I just don't get a comforting vibe off of her. She's very polite but I feel she's often ready to run out the door whenever I see her. I also don't feel she is providing me the right information to help me conquer the issue I'm having. As I said, she is polite and her staff is friendly but I just don't think she's right for me anymore. I don't get that comforting vibe you're supposed to have with your doctor.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Paola Escobar relies heavily on other nurses for work she can clearly do herself, which made the interaction more formal and impersonal than one expects of an OB/GYN. One example- she had another nurse or assistant stand in the room the entire 30 minutes only to pass her a single item. When I asked if it was necessary for two people to do the examination, she said yes. It was awkward because the assistant clearly knew she didn't need to be there. Paola was cold and short-spoken. She didn't read my form, and asked questions like, "how long have you been in this relationship?" and "when are you planning on having kids?" after I wrote that I'm not currently in a relationship and do not plan on having children.
The nurses I met with before Paola, rushed me in and out of different rooms to get my weight and blood pressure, at times so quickly I couldn't find my way to the room. All of the nurses, including Paola, were incoherent and spoke in a rushed manner.
After the exam, Paola abruptly left the room. When I realized the appointment was over (it was unclear because her only instruction was that I can get dressed), I asked her when I could expect my results.
Paola insisted only a follow up appointment would allow me to get them. I don't feel confident in her medical analyses nor did I feel comfortable with her cold evaluation. I will not be making another appointment with her. I asked if she could instead let me know if it were necessary once she received the results (if all is fine, I won't need to come in). Would she simply confirm that if there were a health issue, I would be informed? (I would then make an appointment -with another person- and come in). Her response, "I have 4,000 patients," only shows the practice has taken on more than they can handle with care. Paola tried insisting I come back and pay for another appointment after I told her it was a difficult time for me, financially. It wasn't until after I called the other office that someone, Lisa, finally reassured me I'd learn my results.
When someone pays for a test, the appointment, and procedure, should she not receive the results? I wasn't asking for an analysis, I simply wanted to know "positive or negative" for the four tests-- these tests will determine important aspects of my health.
"I have 4,000 patients."
This is a for-profit institute with no shortage of resources. That was a poor excuse.
September 11, 2016Salma S.Verified patient
Amazing as usual!!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I really wanted to like Paola but the appointment start to finish was not good experience.
1. In my notes to the doctor I requested a sonogram and asked to be called if it was possible. No one called.
2. I arrived at 1pm (on time) with my 2 young children and someone gestured to the sign-in sheet. NO ONE greeted me, asked me questions, gave me forms until 2:10PM (all other patients, even those who arrived after me had been called in) when someone finally took my insurance cards and had me check forms I completed online. At 2:37 I was given more forms. At 2:40 someone took my vitals & weight when we moved into a HALLWAY with chairs. YES, I took notes with these times because I couldn't believe what was going down. At 2:55 I was in the exam room pant-less with a paper sheet waiting for Paola to come in.
Paola answered questions and was pleasant enough and informative. She seemed annoyed by my well-behaved children--who tried asking her questions/telling her things and she dismissed them. I know we were there for me, but for someone who delivers babies, I would've expected a little more warmth. My experience was doomed to fail upon entry, but after her interactions with them, my discernment took over.
Lastly, the assistant (?!) who set up 'future appointments gave me some kind of nonsense about how my insurance wouldn't allow me to have another appointment with a sonogram for another 2 weeks off-site, then yet another appointment would be scheduled for the explanation of the results. (Really--I'm pregnant...wait another week to know if there was a healthy baby growing)? Ridiculousness. THEN, if that weren't enough, I asked her if this extreme wait time was typical for this office. She said--point blank--yes.
Thank goodness I found another Midwife just in time. I was able to cancel future appointments and explain that I chose another practice.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Yesterday was my first appointment , I was so greatful to Dr.Paola for seeing so late in my pregnancy . She is a wonderful doctor , I'm glad I have her as midwife . I read so many wonderful reviews on her and all were true . I reccomend Dr.Paola to anyone who is looking for an Obgyn .
June 3, 2016Janeth S.Verified patient
This is my third time going to her and she's very nice and helpful and knows what she's doing. Great doctor I would highly recommend her
June 7, 2016Salma S.Verified patient
She was amazing and listened patiently to what I had to say and is willing and trying to help me with my problem. I like her a lot and her staff are super nice.
May 31, 2016Salma S.Verified patient
This was my first time seeing a Gyno, and I was very nervous. The staff was super nice and welcoming. I had a great experience and the whole appointment was very quick.
I highly recommend it!
June 6, 2016Jessica M.Verified patient
She's amazing.
The waiting room is a different story. The first tme I waited a total of apx forty minutes.
The second time she had a delivery and came late. That's normal for a midwife:).
Problem number one: they did not call those who had appointments so that would automatically increase wait time for over an hour, the amount of time she was late.
Problem two: I discovered that they overbook.
Problem three: their policy allows patients with appointments to sign in at any time and patients are taken on by order of arrival. Meaning to say, in the morning you will find a bunch of ppl in waiting room who have later appointments during the day as in 10:00, 11:00 but arrive early and they are seen in the order of arrival. So those that were organized enough to book appointments in
advance to get the time slot they want can end up waiting very long because others who diddid not have an appointment in the morning arrived before them. I have never seen this at other doctors' offices. Insane !
Due to all of theabove , When I came in for a9:30 appointment (office opens at 9) there were 10 ppl ahead of me.(paula came in after 10)I wasn't seen till close to 12...
I was told that the morning is crazy because of this but after 12 there's very minimal wait time.
The office staff are very nice and Paula is great. They've got to change their policies.
April 5, 2016Initials hidden
Such a calm office with caring people from the receptionist to the medical assistant. Ms. Escobar listened to my partner and I. We didn't feel bombarded or rushed in our appointment regarding the birth of our little one. We felt comfortable asking questions and she had some really great things to say about choices we should think about making, with things to consider. We feel lucky that she was recommended to us. Looking at other first appointments we have had in finding a midwife, they were so stressful and even unprofessional compared to Ms. Escobar and her office. We highly recommend!!!
March 31, 2016Initials hidden
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Which hospital is Paola A Escobar affiliated with?
Paola A Escobar is affiliated with Saint Mary's Hospital, HackensackUMC Mountainside, and Hackensack University Medical Center at Pascack Valley.
What practice does Paola A Escobar work with?
Paola A Escobar works with Holistic OB/GYN & Midwifery Practice.
Where is Paola A Escobar's office located?
Paola A Escobar has 2 office locations, including in Passaic and Ridgewood, view full addresses on Paola A Escobar's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Paola A Escobar?
Paola A Escobar frequently sees patients for Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Birth Control / Contraception, OB-GYN Consultation, Pregnancy Problem, and Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI). You can see other visit reasons for Paola A Escobar on their profile.
What languages does Paola A Escobar speak?
Paola A Escobar speaks English and Spanish.
How do patients rate Paola A Escobar in reviews?
230 patients have reviewed Paola A Escobar. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.61/5. They have a 4.63/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.1/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.