Chista Safajou, MD, FACOG
Obstetrics & Gynecology • Hudson, NY • Since 2013
About
Hudson Valley OBGYN, PLLC is a private obstetrics and gynecology practice based in Poughkeepsie, NY, founded in 2013. Led by Dr. Safajou (Board-Certified, FACOG), the practice offers a full range of gynecologic and obstetric services and is affiliated with Vassar Brothers Medical Center. They emphasize personalized care in a traditional office setting and are currently accepting new patients. Key details: - Address: 68 West Cedar Street, Suite 1, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 - Phone: (845) 433-0101 - Website: hudsonvalleyobgyn.com - Team: Small private practice (2 employees) - Notable: Dr. Safajou has been recognized as a top obstetrician/gynecologist and “Favorite Doctor” in the Hudson Valley.
Clinic Type
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Address
68 West Cedar Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Phone
(845) 433-0101
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
Hudson Valley OBGYN accepts most major medical insurance carriers; if a plan is not listed, office can check participation.
cash, check, most major credit cards, Online payment via Patient Portal (Athenahealth)
Languages Spoken
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Current Offers
Accepting new patients
FAQs
Is Hudson Valley OBGYN accepting new patients?
Yes, they are accepting new patients.
Where is the office located?
68 West Cedar Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601.
Please arrive 15 minutes early to your appointment.
Patients should arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled appointment time.
Bring your ID and insurance cards. Any government-issued photo ID will work.
Please bring a valid photo ID and your insurance card to the visit.
Bring your copayment. Copayments, co-insurances, and outstanding balances are due at the time of service. We accept cash, check, and most major credit cards.
Copayments and any remaining balances are due at time of service; payment methods include cash, check, and most major credit cards.
If you have received a statement and wish to make a one-time online payment without signing in to Patient Portal, click on this link.
You may make a one-time online payment via the provided link or use the Patient Portal for payments if you have an account.
In case you need to reschedule your appointment, please call the office at least 24 hours in advance or reschedule through the Patient Portal.
Reschedule with at least 24 hours notice by phone or via the Patient Portal.
Awards & Accreditations
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye Aggregate: 4.2/5 stars (across platforms) (306 reviews (aggregate))
- Vitals: 4.5/5 stars (53 ratings)
- Healthgrades: 3.9/5 stars (60 reviews)
- WebMD Care: 5.0/5 stars (50 ratings)
Patients praise
- Supportive and attentive care during pregnancy
- Thoroughness in explaining conditions and test results
- Professionalism and expertise
- Willingness to listen to patient concerns
- Effective patient follow-up
- Friendly and competent office staff
Common complaints
- Long wait times
- Perceived poor bedside manner
- Difficulty with office communication or responsiveness
- Appointments cancelled on short notice
- Instances where patients felt rushed
"I’ve had a wonderful experience with Dr. Safajou and the entire team. They’ve been supportive, professional, and attentive throughout my pregnancy."
— Birdeye Review"As with many other reviews here on Yelp, as well as on Google and Healthgrades, I had a very negative experience with Dr. Chista Safajou. She spent approximately 5 minutes with me, barely made..."
— Yelp/Yahoo Review"Dr. Safajou is a saving grace! Dr. Safajou really listens to my health concerns then runs appropriate tests."
— Vitals ReviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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