Melissa Drake, M.D. - Santa Barbara (CA)

5 /5 Nicole Cantello: I was so blessed to have Dr. Drake for both of my pregnancies. She is a true gem. She has a kind, peaceful and light-hearted demeanor that puts you at ease. She always made me feel safe, seen and advocated for. She is incredibly attentive and detail oriented and truly considers your wishes. Not only were my visits before baby amazing, but the actual births were everything Id hoped for. My first would have been a c-section with any other Dr. and she was so patient, which is rare for OBs when it comes to delivery. Im emotional writing this because Im so grateful for the intentional way she practices, with a patient centered approach. She is truly giving women the power back when it comes to birthing, the way it should be. Thank you Dr. Drake for everything you do!!! Youre a true hero.

5 /5 A Art Kaslow DDS: I don’t typically take time to write public reviews, but Dr. Drake is simply too great to not share about! She is the most attentive doctor I have had experience with. She has delivered three of my babies successfully and with no complications and made me comfortable throughout the entire process. She starts with an in person check in before every visit. And somehow manages to remember personal things going on in her patients lives to touch base on it. I don’t know how she does it because the SB Cottage Hospital staff tells me that she is the busiest and most popular OB-Gyn; yet I feel like I am her only patient when I am with her. Dr. Drake is the best!

5 /5 Lilla Smith: Dr. Drake is a wonderful doctor; knowledgeable and with a great sense of humor. She listens well and it is obvious that she cares for her patients and enjoys her work. My baby girls heart rate dropped a few times during labor and Dr. Drake recommended a C-section. I am so glad I took her advice because the cord ended up being wrapped around her neck. Dr. Drake was not only professional but reassuring, and delivered my healthy little baby with skill and grace. I continue to see Dr. Drake for routine checkups and care, and look forward to working with her if I become pregnant in the future.

5 /5 Nattaly Reyes: Dr. Drake is amazing! I moved from Oxnard to Santa Barbara in the middle of my pregnancy and she happily welcomed me as her Paitient. She is kind and warm and comforting. She listened to me and advocated for the labor I wanted. And when things got hairy, she acted fast and talked me through everything. She’s so compassionate (excuse me while I tear up over here) I truly felt safe in her care. Her office is welcoming and Roxanne is always on top of scheduling too. I literally cannot wait to have more babies and for Dr. Drake to watch me and my family grow! Thank you Dr. Drake !

5 /5 Angie Hudspeth: Hands down best doctor I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. When I was looking to find a female GYN in my area, I was specifically looking for someone whose "specialty" wasnt primarily Obstetrics but someone who could identify with a woman past her childbearing years and possible menopausal issues. I found that my search was more difficult than I thought it would be. Fortunately for me, she was one of the only ones accepting new patients or that you didnt have to wait half a year to see, and accepted my insurance. Upon arrival at her office, easy parking and I immediately loved the vibe I picked up. Clean and welcoming with the lovely scent coming from the diffuser and the hip music playing. Dr. Drake is very professional, knowledgeable, kind, and down to earth all at the same time. After meeting and treating with Dr. Drake, I am pleased and very comfortable with her She is an amazing individual and you are blessed if you have her as your physician!