
Obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN) | Allina Health
OB-GYN • Faribault, MN
Ratings by platform
- Allina Health Provider Profile: 4.5 out of 5 stars (38 reviews (for specific provider))
What patients say
Patients praise
- Individual practitioners, particularly in family medicine and other specialties, often receive praise for being thorough, kind, and good listeners
- General appreciation for the professional and personable nature of nursing and front desk support staff at the clinic
- Patients frequently report positive experiences with care coordination in non-maternity departments
Common complaints
- Significant patient and staff dissatisfaction regarding the closure of the Faribault Birth Center in December 2025
- Community and staff concerns about reduced local access to maternity and OB/GYN services due to consolidation to Owatonna Hospital
- Criticism of Allina Health's management for perceived lack of transparency and rushing the closure process
- Reports of occasional administrative delays regarding billing and lab results
In patients' words
"Dr. Harlos is amazing!! Thorough,kind, and well informed!"
— Allina Health Provider Profile"Allina’s decision to close the Faribault Birth Center will impact families and add to economic stress because they must travel further for care."
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