Welcome to River Place OB GYN

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River Place OB GYN, led by Dr. John Thoppil, is located in beautiful West Austin, Texas. This boutique practice has major league experience, leading-edge technology and a commitment to delivering the highest quality of individualized care to women throughout each stage of their lives.

Award-winning OB GYN Dr. John Thoppil, an Austin Monthly Top Doc for the third consecutive year, opened River Place OBGYN in 2013 with the goal of providing outstanding care – from wellness exams, weight management, birth control and full obstetric care, including high-risk pregnancies – along with unmatched personalized customer service.

From the spa-like atmosphere to among the shortest wait times in town, the culture at River Place OB GYN is one in which every patient is valued and knows it.

This year Texas-native and top-rated OB-GYN Dr. Rachel Shepherd joined the team. Dr. Thoppil and Dr. Shepherd pride themselves on staying up-to-date on the latest evidence-based treatment methods.

Dr. Thoppil and Dr. Shepherd are always accessible to patients and deliver most of their own patients. Don’t be surprised to find them personally calling you back with test results.

The team strives to build long-term relationships with patients and aim to make River Place OB/GYN your true medical home, which is why River Place providers are often considered as the Best OB GYN in Austin.

We started River Place Ob/Gyn in 2013 because we felt the community needed a more intimate feeling of high-quality women’s health practice. Our patients have been so supportive and we have grown to now have 3 locations. We felt like Pflugerville is such a special community and wanted to be the first full-time women’s health specialist in town. We opened in late 2018 and are so happy to be part of this amazing place.
We practice with one goal: providing outstanding care – from wellness exams, weight management, birth control, and full obstetric care, including high-risk pregnancies – along with unmatched personalized customer service.

From the spa-like atmosphere to among the shortest wait times in town, the culture at Pflugerville OB-GYN is one in which every patient is valued and knows it.

We primarily operate and deliver at nearby St Davids North Austin Medical Center, which offers a level 3 neonatal ICU and full-service women’s health.

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  • Rachel Shepherd

    MD
  • John Thoppil

    MD
  • Laura Terrebonne

    FNP
  • Dana Wicker

    WHNP

We Provide The Following Services

  • Obstetrics + Reproduction
  • Pregnancy Care and Delivery
  • Contraception
  • Ultrasound and Imaging
  • Gynecology + Wellness
  • Annual Exams
  • Menopause
  • Urogynecology

River Place OB GYN: Austin Office

  • Monday: 7:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Tuesday: 7:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Wednesday: 7:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Thursday: 7:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Friday: 7:00AM - 1:00PM

River Place OB GYN: Pflugerville Office

  • Monday: 8:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Wednesday: 7:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Thursday: 7:00AM - 1:00PM
  • Friday: 7:00AM - 2:00PM

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    Patient Reviews

    Overall patient rating for River Place OB GYN:

    OB Care

    Attention to detail, understanding patient’s concerns and genuine care

    Annual Well Woman Exam

    Quick, effective, supportive

    Annual Exam

    Dr. Shepherd is very welcoming and makes you feel very at ease.

    Weight Loss Management

    Dana Wicker listened to my concerns. I didn’t feel embarrassed about being there and gave me options.

    OB Care

    Dr. Shepherd is very knowledgeable and does a great job relaying information in terms that we can understand. Bedside manners are very good. Highly recommend her and her team!

    Annual Exam

    Friendly, caring, didn’t make me feel rushed

    Annual Well Woman Exam

    low wait time Dana is always friendly, understanding, and thorough the blood draw girls are the best

    STI Testing / Treatment

    Dr. Rouhani and her team were so kind and patient as we went over the details of my appointment. Dr. Rouhani created a safe and calm atmosphere while listening to my needs and concerns She was able to walk me through the steps of what would happen during the appointment and what may happen after. She's phenomenal. Dr. Rouhani is a phenomenal physician. She really listens and addresses your concerns head on without fear. She works efficiently with care and grace to get you to where you need and want to be.

    Obstetrical Appointment (routine)

    I feel that Dr. Shepherd is highly professional and answers all of the questions I have. Feels very genuine to go to her with any concerns or issues. I absolutely love Dr. Shepard and I feel that she's very highly experienced. I also feel very it is that she can answer any question I have and I feel confident with her delivering my baby

    Annual Exam

    It was quick and detailed