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  4. Dr. Maria Sophocles, MD

Dr. Maria Sophocles, MD

Gynecology•Female•Age 57

Gynecology

Dr. Maria Sophocles, MD is a Gynecology Specialist in Princeton, NJ and has over 32 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson University, Thomas Jefferson University in 1991. She is affiliated with Princeton Medical Center. Her office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Maria Sophocles, MD

Womens Healthcare of Princeton, LLC, Princeton, NJ

800 Bunn Dr Ste 202 Princeton, NJ 08540
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Dr. Sophocles' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sophocles

3.2

Based on 61 ratings

5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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Absolutely fantastic!
I am 72 years old and over the years have been to many gynecological practices. I have never met a doctor like Dr. Sophocles. What an upbeat, friendly informative, lovely woman. I was so nervous, my whole drive over to Princeton. That all disappeared after I met Dr. Maria, Sophocles. I felt welcomed informed and comfortable with the doctor. She has a gift a very special gift when I left there I felt there were alternatives to my problem, and that would all would be OK. I have never felt this way before.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Absolutely fantastic! – Jan 29, 2023
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Thinks it's OK to insert IUD without anesthesia
Dr. Sophocles, who was not the doctor we scheduled with, inserted my daughter's IUD with no anesthesia. That should tell you everything you need to know. Terrible care.
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Jan 12, 2023
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Wouldn't Go Back
Dr. Sophocles was an hour and a half late to our appointment. Once she got in the room, we discussed my medical history and concerns I've been having. She then told me I could undress (she left the room) by which I'm pretty sure she went to see another patient and had me wait another 15 minutes. When she came back she was very quick and seemed to rush through things. Then, she scheduled a procedure for me (last minute) 3 days away and told me I could cancel if the problem resolved without worries. When I ended up canceling the surgery, she tried to bill me $200 for a cancelation fee. Luckily, I hadn't signed any surgery agreement. She also did not inform me of any cancelation policy. Moreover, she didn't explain any of the details of the surgery recovery time and I had to call twice to find out if I needed someone to drive me home from the hospital (which the answer was yes) and whether I needed to take off from work. Luckily, my medical problem did resolve by taking antibiotics.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
  • Appointment was rushed
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Aug 05, 2022
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Dr. Sophocles is kind and knowledgeable. After meeting with her I felt instant respect for her. I had a procedure done in her office and I scheduled it with Dr. Sophocles because I had trust in her expertise and years of experience. When I showed up feeling nervous about such procedure, I was informed the NP will perform it on me because they are training others in the office. The Dr. was in the room with us. The NP had questions and I felt like a number. I was very disappointed and felt surprised by this decision. Not sure why I wasn't asked first if this was okay with me since it is my body. The office seems to have its distractions and follow-up is disappointing. It takes a week for Dr. to get back to you if you have a question. All questions are sent by portal. I needed follow-up instructions and by the time I heard back, it was a week since my procedure.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Jan 21, 2022
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Visit felt rushed. She was in and out the room all over the place. Had procedure, she was late. Lied about time signing on paperwork, I felt extremely uncomfortable. Book to many appointments at one time.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Nov 02, 2021
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I had a very good experience meeting Dr. Sophacles. I felt my concerns were validated and she actually listened to me. She was quite busy but I am grateful for her time. She explained me my condition, the options I have and was very patient in answering all my questions.
What went well
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 05, 2021
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my family Dr recommended her b/c I was looking for bio Identical hormones and was told she worked with compounding pharmacies. After sending me several texts and emails asking for the normal information *which I filled out, I waited for over an hour for my scheduled appointment. No one called me and I had so much trouble reaching a live person. It was worse than calling cable. I will not be going back to this place.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Apr 10, 2021
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It doesn’t matter how good a doctor or practice is if it is impossible to get medical attention if you desperately need it. Dr. Sophocles and the rest of her practice puts no priority on urgent medical needs. This is fine if you just need an annual pelvic for birth control pills, but if you have a UTI, yeast infection or any other type of issue requiring immediate care, you will not even be able to speak with a nurse, much less book an appointment in less than six weeks. Your best bet is seeing a stranger at an urgent care center or hope it clears up on its own because you won’t see anyone at Maria Sophocles‘a office for these types of gynecological needs.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Linda JM – Apr 07, 2021
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This has become the worst practice now in 2020, went for 12 noon appointment and waited 2 hours to be seen by doctor. This is pre scheduled appointment which was there for months, not professional staff to help or look after you when you visiting them. Not coming here again, and would recommend you look at other better practices in Princeton.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Sep 21, 2020
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Excellent !! I love her!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 18, 2020
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Very thorough and knowledgeable doctor and very helpful and nice staff. She listens to my complaint and cares about all the details of my health
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 18, 2020
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She kept recommending unnecessary procedures. My intuition and understanding of my health indicated her solution is not right; after consulting with other doctors proved that was unnecessary too. She is too busy and started to spend less time for each patient, and the scheduling/clinic organization is getting very messed up. I could wait for 1 hour with her only showing for 10 minutes or even no showing up.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
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Mar 28, 2020
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Waited over an hour every time Don’t care for the office staff or the doctor. Pushes meds rather than trying to diagnose and solve medical problem.
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Jan 09, 2020
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I am a relatively new patient of Dr. Sophocles and following a few awkward and frustrating visits, have decided not to return. I found my interactions with her to be rushed and she appeared to be almost manic. I had a quick exam while she was bolting from one room to another and at my first meeting, she was pushing for me to start a serious medication usually prescribed for an illness I do not have. When I spoke to my primary, he advised to absolutely not take the medication, which I did not. Some of her comments where unprofessional and offensive. Her approach and manner seemed impulsive and made me uncomfortable.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Dec 09, 2019
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RUDE! She only cares about the money. She couldn't find the right treatment for me. She misdiagnosed me. I had to find another doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Martha – Nov 04, 2019
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She is the most professional, compassionate, qualified gynecologist I have ever went to. She has given me the upmost care. Extremely responsive. She knows the cutting edge technology as well as keeping solutions simple as possible. Even will use complementary medicine when necessary. My family was even impressed with the care that I received for a procedure at the hospital. She was very attentive to all aspects of my care. I highly recommend Dr Sopheceles
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Jul 11, 2019
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Had a horrible experience with Dr. Sophocles. She misdiagnosed me and I suffered for months because of it. She is ingenuous and non-professional, and has no business practicing medicine. Beware!
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Mar 23, 2019
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Rushed and more interested in selling you other services during your exam.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
16 people found this helpful
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Trenton, NJ – Oct 07, 2016
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Excellent, caring, compassionate Dr. She addressed my concerns & carefully spelled out my treatment options. I felt like we were a team trying to solve my problem.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Cranbury, NJ – Sep 30, 2016
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Dr S is amazingly attentive and thorough in providing treatment. She takes the time to get to know her patients' needs and come up with agreed upon treatment. Also able to treat a diversity of special needs and highly recommended for post op transwomen.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Trenton, NJ – Aug 25, 2016
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Care Philosophy

As a medical student, I was once asked to recall the name of a rare disease. Stumped, I tried to come up with a believable response. The wise attending...Read more

Specialties

  • Gynecology
  • Gynecologic Surgery
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • Sex Therapy

Education

Johns Hopkins Hospital/ Greater Baltimore Medical Center, Baltimore, MD
Residency Hospital
1995
Johns Hopkins University / School of Medicine
Residency Hospital
1992
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Internship Hospital
1991
Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson University, Thomas Jefferson University
Medical School
1987
Duke University
Undergraduate School
University Of Paris, 1985-1986
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Languages

  • English
  • French
  • Greek
  • Italian

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What conditions does Dr. Maria Sophocles, MD treat?

Dr. Sophocles frequently treats the following conditions: Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders, Vaginitis and-or Vaginosis, and Atrophic Vaginitis. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. Maria Sophocles, MD's office address?

Dr. Sophocles' office is located at 800 Bunn Dr Ste 202, Princeton, NJ 08540. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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Dr. Sophocles is able to speak French, Greek, and Italian. View profile to see all.

Is Dr. Maria Sophocles, MD able to provide telehealth services?

Dr. Sophocles provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.

Is Dr. Maria Sophocles, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Maria Sophocles, MD is affiliated with Princeton Medical Center.

How much experience does Dr. Maria Sophocles, MD have?

Dr. Sophocles has over 31 years of healthcare experience.

Does Dr. Maria Sophocles, MD receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 3.2/5 for Dr. Maria Sophocles, MD. Patients say that the provider listened & answered questions well and they trusted the provider's decisions. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

Experience and Background Checks

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No malpractice claims found for New Jersey
No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data
No board actions found for the years we collect data
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Dr. Sophocles' Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
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very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Sophocles treats Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders more than 99% of her peers

Dr. Sophocles treats this condition more than 99% of her peers

Vaginitis and-or Vaginosis
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Sophocles treats Vaginitis and-or Vaginosis more than 98% of her peers

Dr. Sophocles treats this condition more than 98% of her peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Atrophic Vaginitis
  • Bacterial Vaginosis
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Atrophic Vaginitis
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Sophocles treats Atrophic Vaginitis more than 97% of her peers

Dr. Sophocles treats this condition more than 97% of her peers

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Dr. Sophocles' conditions and procedures:

  • Abdominal Disorders
  • Abnormal Female Sexual Function
  • Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
  • Adenomyosis
  • Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
  • Atrophic Vaginitis
  • Birth Control
  • Bone Disorders
  • Breast Diseases
  • Breast Pain
  • Cancer
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Cervical Polyps
  • Cervicitis
  • Chlamydia Infections
  • Chronic Pelvic Pain
  • Contraceptive Counseling
  • Dyspareunia
  • Encounters for Normal Pregnancies
  • Endometriosis
  • Excessive Menstrual Bleeding
  • Female Infertility
  • Female Sexual Arousal Disorder
  • Genital Herpes
  • Genital Warts
  • Genitourinary Infection
  • Gynecologic Cancer
  • Hemorrhoids
  • HPV (Human Papillomavirus)
  • Human Papillomavirus DNA Testing
  • Hyperlipidemia
  • Lichen Sclerosis Et Atrophicus
  • Lower Urinary Tract Syndrome
  • Mastodynia
  • Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
  • Menstrual Disorders (incl. Dysmenorrhea)
  • Menstrual Migraine
  • Miscarriages
  • Noninflammatory Cervical Disorders
  • Orgasmic Disorders
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Ovarian Cancer Screening
  • Ovarian Cysts
  • Pap Smear Abnormalities
  • Pelvic Floor Disorders
  • Pelvic Pain
  • Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
  • Post-Menopausal Problems
  • Prolapse
  • Sexual Desire Disorders
  • Sexual Dysfunction
  • Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
  • Symptomatic Menopause
  • Urinary Disorders
  • Urinary Incontinence
  • Uterine Cancer
  • Uterine Diseases
  • Uterine Fibroids
  • Uterine Prolapse
  • Vaginal and Pelvic Prolapse
  • Vaginal Discharge
  • Vaginal Dryness
  • Vaginal Prolapse
  • Vaginismus
  • Vaginitis and-or Vaginosis
  • Vulvar Cancer
  • Vulvodynia
  • Yeast Infections

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(609) 430-1900

Dr. Sophocles accepts the following insurance:

Aetna
Amerihealth
Anthem
National (BlueCard) PPO
Beech Street (Multiplan)
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Card PPO
CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
HealthyBlue Advantage
Cigna
Devon Health
EmblemHealth
Emblem Health
Health Net
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
Humana
Choice Care PPO
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
MultiPlan
Oxford Health Plans
QualCare
QualCare PPO
UnitedHealthCare
United Healthcare

Locations

Womens Healthcare of Princeton, LLC, Princeton, NJ

Women's Healthcare of princeton800 Bunn Dr Ste 202 Princeton, NJ 08540
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Princeton Medical Center

Plainsboro, NJ

79% Patients that would definitely recommend, 9% higher than the national average

10 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

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