Dr. Richard Marvel, MD

Anyone who experiences pelvic pain knows it can be incredibly distressing at times. When I first saw Dr. Marvel, it was after having several unsatisfactory experiences with other providers, a feeling I'm sure many others in my position can sympathize with. From the get go, Dr. Marvel reassured me that my symptoms were valid and that we would work together to find a solution. At every step of the way, he reminded me that I was in control of the appointment, that if at any time I needed a break or to stop completely to just say the word. Where other providers questioned the validity of my pain, Dr. Marvel was so respectful, compassionate, and patient. I have never felt rushed during an appointment and I have always left with every question I came with answered. He was also always prompt to respond through the patient portal when I had questions about medication, etc.If you're experiencing pelvic pain, I cannot recommend Dr. Marvel enough.

Under no circumstances would I recommend this practice. Due to their billing department's complete incompetence, they have sent me to collections not once, but twice...for absolutely no reason. They failed to properly bill my medical insurance policies (I have two), and rather than contact me or the insurance companies for guidance, they simply referred the case to collections. It has taken me many, many hours to sort this out and that is time that I cannot get back. The only thing worse than the billing department is the 'care' that this physician provides. With a horrible bedside manner and an inability to properly diagnose basic conditions, I no longer see this physician and will never return to this office.

Dr. Marvel misdiagnosed me and failed to advocate and help me I needed it most. He is severely lacking in empathy, understanding and overall compassion. Additionally, Dr. Marvel is not to be questioned. There are numerous competent doctors in the area who exude intelligence, compassion, empathy and understanding who can help you heal your pelvic pain.

The office staff was friendly, that was the only positive of my visit. Dr. Marvel gave me three treatment options for my on going pelvic pain based on a forceful and painful manual pelvic exam and then an ultrasound from another provider from over a year ago before my pain started. He prescribed me Orilissa for possible endometriosis with no new ultrasound or other tests. I began taking it and a week into it I felt awful and stopped. I was able to get into another OBGYN who did a new ultrasound and found that there was no endometriosis and I should discard any Orilissa given to me. Awful patient care and I will never return.

Wondegul gyn. Spent a ton of time with me at each appt. Very personable, skilled, informed, up to date. So glad my PCM recommended him.

After my first visit, I was not impressed with his personality but I still felt reassured and hopeful with the information and prescriptions he gave me. Second visit was less impressed as he seemed to be only looking for quantitative positive improvement, which I couldn't provide, and ignored some of the points I made. Third visit convinced me to stop seeing him and write a letter to the office complaining. He completely brushed off my new concerns and was only interested in what he had already diagnosed/prescribed. I even pressed him a bit, to which he replied that I should "Leave it alone." Like others have reported, I walked out in tears, feeling totally defeated. Perhaps he goes through bad moods like everyone, but he definitely lets it affect the care and treatment he provides if so. Luckily, I found a new doctor who validated my concerns and has treated them. I won't say don't see him, as I'm sure he can help some people, just know what you might get.

Worst doctor ever. I cried at my appointment because of my recent diagnose and he told me I needed to be on antidepressants. He recommended surgery; did the lap and then almost killed me. Had to have a second emergency lap and three blood transfusions because I had lost so much blood. When I called to tell him I was feeling weak after the surgery and not right he told me to buck up and walk around. I then left my house by ambo and had a week stay in the hospital. Awful experience. DO NOT SEE THIS DOCTOR!

I have been going to Dr. Marvel for about a year. I am a bit surprised to read negative reviews about him. His staff is great, and he spends a lot of time explaining what's going on and asking questions and exploring solutions. He takes things step by step and is easy to reach if something comes up. I feel he has spent a lot of time genuinely studying this area of medicine that neither my OB/GYN, Urologist, nor Urogynecologist could figure out. These are confusing ailments and it's nice to have someone in your corner. His approach hasn't for me been narcotic "pain pills" not once, and yet I'm a progress in the making.

Dr. Marvel is a superior doc. I found him caring, compassionate, and on point. I took his medical advice and followed it to a tee. Guess what? It worked. I had been to several specialists in the past without good results. I've been in remission since under Dr. M's care. The guy knows his stuff...

I will not be back. Please believe the negative reviews. I left his office in tears. He has the worst bedside manner I have ever encountered and cannot provide a course of treatment for my condition. I have chronic pain and he told me to see a mental health therapist because my pain was in my head.

He’s extremely rude and pushy for being a “down there” doctor. Rough, and doesn’t want to hear what you have to say. He lied about the medication he prescribed me, and when he talked to me about prescribing, he was extremely vague. Had a very terrible experience with him and issues not resolved or remotely fixed. Wasted so much time and money. I’m a tough person and I felt like I wanted to cry every time I left his office.

I have had Dr. Marvel as my doctor for a couple of years. I was so glad to have been referred by my PT! He will give you the straight story of what is wrong and what he recommends. He spends the time necessary to listen to your story and medical issues and will answer any and all questions you have.

I was a bit hesitant to go to Dr. Marvel because of the low google and health grade rating, but my regular OB/GYN recommended him and so did my physical therapist. He took the time to explain what he was going to do and what my condition was. I felt confident in his explanation, more so than other doctors that I've seen for my issue. He wasn't rude as some of the reviews says, but direct, which I appreciate. His examine was different from the other doctors that I'd been to, less routine which m

I was referred to Dr.Marvel after seeing countless doctors for unexplained vaginal pain for months. The pain had become unbearable and no one could help. He immediately diagnosed me and I was so happy and hopeful. But then the meds were not helping and he was not happy about my concerns.He was rough with the exam and told me I needed a surgery. I ended up at Drexel and was acturately diagnosed with vulvodynia.Thank goodness I didn't get the surgery! A year later I got 2 bills saying I owe money!

Dr. Marvel presented as a compassionate man who understood my pain (as a pelvic pain specialist) and would work to find the best treatment possible. He told me "he lived out of the box" as far as treatment plans. I saw him three times. He gave me one round of pain meds to help me live a semi-normal life and then told me my only option was induced menopause....aka Lupron. My husband and I know this is a failed prostate drug after all of our research, but he dismissed. My suggestion: go to Dr. Im.

I was a patient of Dr. Marvel's for a number of years. I trusted him, as he was the first doctor I had who listened and trusted my description of pelvic pain. But I had a horrific, traumatic medical procedure at his hands that changed everything for me. I experienced great pain in this procedure and when I told him that I was in pain and NOT OK, he did not stop or acknowledge this. He could hear me sobbing, but did nothing. I cannot in good faith recommend him, despite his expertise.

Dr Marvel is patient and caring. He deals with difficult to treat diagnosises, that can be overwhelming for the patient. He is very straightforward whe dealing with the patient. I feel lucky to have found him.

DO NOT SEE THIS MAN. "Doctor" Marvel is an abrasive, rude, condescending cretin who hides behind the "authority" of his doctorate. Exam lasted maybe five minutes. Had me meet him back in his office where he silently typed on the computer so long I got out my phone while I was waiting. Then proceeded to reprimand me on lifestyle habits I'm already working on changing. Never mentioning the exam or what he "found". I wish I had walked out within the first two minutes of our encounter.

I've seen others write Dr. Marvel has given me my life back- which is funny because as I was thinking of my review, those were the exact words that came to mind. I spent 2 years struggling with symptoms that felt so severe, they had a serious impact on my mental health. My regular gyn could not help me- and I tried time and time again with multiple doctors. It wasn't until 2 years later that I went back to my regular gyn in an act of desperation. Luckily, this practitioner knew about Dr. Marve

Dr Marvel saw me and within ten minutes was able to diagnose me when I'd been dealing with the issue for nearly 8 years. Not only did he give me a diagnosis, he was able to identify my symptoms before I even told him! He truly is an expert in his field. Don't let these other reviews scare you, he's really fantastic. Ps-I am a recovery room nurse and my husband is a surgeon, I pretty much know what I'm talking about.