Since 1964, Essex County OB/GYN has provided comprehensive reproductive health care on the North Shore of Massachusetts. From teens to young adults to the midlife and beyond, we believe that caring for you means caring about you.
At every stage of your health journey, we strive to make your health care accessible, personalized, and thorough. Generations have come to rely on Essex County OB/GYN and our patient-driven approach for routine gynecologic care, gynecologic surgery, family planning, pregnancy care, and postpartum support. When you choose Essex County OB/GYN for your health care, you are choosing a team that works for you.
Since 1964, Essex County OB/GYN has provided comprehensive reproductive health care on the North Shore of Massachusetts. From teens to young adults to the midlife and beyond, we believe that caring for you means caring about you.
At every stage of your health journey, we strive to make your health care accessible, personalized, and thorough. Generations have come to rely on Essex County OB/GYN and our patient-driven approach for routine gynecologic care, gynecologic surgery, family planning, pregnancy care, and postpartum support. When you choose Essex County OB/GYN for your health care, you are choosing a team that works for you.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Essex County OBGYN through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
Tess Brickley, CNM, WHNP
Tess is outstanding. She never rushes through our appointments and she makes you feel completely cared for. She’s easily my favorite midwife/NP at Essex County OBGYN.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(4 days ago)
Oct-2026
Elizabeth Scannell, M.D.
Thank you for listening to my concerns about cutting way down on my
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(5 days ago)
Oct-2026
Mary Boyd, M.D.
The best. I trust her completely.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(6 days ago)
Oct-2026
Kelsey Nolen, PA-C
Kelsey was polite when meeting her. We felt like she didn’t really read our chart before meeting with us, which caused some distress during the appointment.
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
Elizabeth Scannell, M.D.
Did not examine a rash I asked about or physically evaluate a hernia.
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
Mary Boyd, M.D.
Everything went excellent. It was my first visit with Dr. Boyd and I was very pleased.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
Stacy Veitch, M.D.
So thankful for Dr. Veitch! She delivered 2 of my babies and made the experience so enjoyable.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
Melissa Sherman, M.D.
She was amazing
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
Kristin Dovan, CNM
She is very helpful
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
Nicole Smith, WHNP-BC
Made me feel extremely uncomfortable and did not present with a professional attitude or demeanor as a nurse/ physician should I do not ever want to be seen by her again. And would not recommend other patients seeing her
At Essex County OB/GYN, caring for you begins with caring about you. Since 1964, our practice has proudly served generations of patients across the North Shore of Massachusetts, providing comprehensive obstetrical and gynecological care throughout every stage of life.
Our team of board-certified OB/GYNs, certified nurse midwives, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants is dedicated to delivering exceptional preventive, diagnostic, and acute care. We take the time to listen, support, and guide our patients with compassion and expertise. Outstanding health care means meeting you where you are and providing services to fit your needs. At every stage of your health journey, we strive to make care accessible, personalized, and thorough.
For your convenience, we offer weekday, evening, and weekend appointments. You can reach your care team online through MyBILH Chart or by phone for time-sensitive questions. Patients who are in labor or have urgent gynecologic concerns can speak with a provider at any time, day or night.
Tess Brickley, CNM, WHNP
Tess is outstanding. She never rushes through our appointments and she makes you feel completely cared for. She’s easily my favorite midwife/NP at Essex County OBGYN.
Elizabeth Scannell, M.D.
Thank you for listening to my concerns about cutting way down on my
Mary Boyd, M.D.
The best. I trust her completely.
Kelsey Nolen, PA-C
Kelsey was polite when meeting her. We felt like she didn’t really read our chart before meeting with us, which caused some distress during the appointment.
Elizabeth Scannell, M.D.
Did not examine a rash I asked about or physically evaluate a hernia.
Mary Boyd, M.D.
Everything went excellent. It was my first visit with Dr. Boyd and I was very pleased.
Stacy Veitch, M.D.
So thankful for Dr. Veitch! She delivered 2 of my babies and made the experience so enjoyable.
Melissa Sherman, M.D.
She was amazing
Kristin Dovan, CNM
She is very helpful
Nicole Smith, WHNP-BC
Made me feel extremely uncomfortable and did not present with a professional attitude or demeanor as a nurse/ physician should I do not ever want to be seen by her again. And would not recommend other patients seeing her