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:

    Office Visit / Follow-up

    There is no friendlier staff! Dr Wicker is the absolute best! Great patient educator and listens to every concern.

    Annual Exam

    I was taken on time. Dr. s asked the right questions and was sincerely concerned about my health .

    Follow-up

    Great experience with doctor and nurse Checkin is always slow and very transactional. Not friendly at all.

    Menopause Management / Education

    Dr. Shepherd is the ONLY doctor I have that takes the time to listen and genuinely cares for my well being . I know how busy she is - but whenever I meet with her she gives me her full attention, responds to messages / voicemails / questions at rocket speed . It’s almost as if I am he only patient ! Who does that these days ??She takes the time to explain in detail why we are taking a certain treatment path and why she thinks the other options available may not be the best for me . She is simply AMAZING .

    IUD Insertion / Removal

    The office staff is always friendly, usually running on time and always thorough.

    Bartholin Gland Cyst Evaluation / Treatment

    My appointment never feels too rushed, I get to ask my questions, and can feel that the doctor actually cares. Which in turn makes me feel more comfortable.

    Obstetrical (Pregnancy) Ultrasound / Sonogram

    Dr. R is amazing! Great bedside manner. Super attentive throughout this process of finally having our rainbow baby after two losses. She explains everything in detail and answers any questions you have without acting like she is bothered or annoyed.

    OB Care

    The Dr I spoke with was very kind and patient in answering my questions. She reassured me all my questions were great questions. She even had a few important tips and pointers for me, this far along in my pregnancy, that she mentioned without me having to ask. Also our ultrasound tech was so very nice and knowledgeable. We love visiting her every time we get an ultrasound!

    Gynecological Problem Visit

    Dana is the best - knowledgeable, professional and puts you at ease

    Office Visit / Follow-up

    I always feel very comfortable during appointments. Dr Rouhani always make me feel heard and answers all my questions.