A Woman’s Time

I did alot of research regarding my condition and Dr. Hudson’s name kept coming up. I even tried a naturopathic doctor in Los Angles (that is where I live) and I was not convinced. I finally decided to see doctor Hudson and I flew to Portland. First of all when I called to make an appointment the secretary asked if I have insurance and she got my insurance information, called my insurance and called me back and let me know that my insurance cover part of their visit. I thought that was a very nice gesture. When I got to the doctor’s office every body was very friendly. Doctor Hudson came out of her office and introduced herself and took me to her office. She spent one hour and half with me, listened to all my concerns, asked me all the pertinent questions and examined me. She found something that my medical doctor had missed. Two weeks after, I had a follow up appointment with her on the phone and when I was transferred to the secretary to make a payment I was told I have a credit and don’t need to pay anything. I am extremely impressed by their honesty and professionalism. Dr. Hudson is knowledgeable, caring, modest and honest. I am glad that I chose to see her.

This was my first time visiting A Woman’s Time for a gyno check-​up in an alternative medicinal setting. I am an alternative medicine kind of person and was in need of something other than the cold, harsh, you’re just a number, kind of traditional gyno setting at hospitals/​clinics.
My obgyn, who I expected to be sensitive, was quite the opposite. Now, I understand that not everyone has an empathic personality, but she felt very judgmental to me. I don’t think she belonged in that type of setting at all.
I primarily chose to try alternative medicine for my gyno exam because I have had traumatic experiences in standard/​traditional gyno clinics due to my pelvic disfunction (vaginismus) being misdiagnosed and/​or misunderstood (Physical therapy and psychotherapy became my saving grace later on). This is also why I had anxiety surrounding this area of my life.
The N.D., Tori Hudson, took me into her office with her intern and asked me some questions about my anxiety, etc. It was helpful to talk about my fears in relation to gyno visits before the exam. This is a practice that should be standard in all health related scenarios: serving the whole person– mind, body and spirit. But she was not a warm person at all (although I really liked her intern).
I finally get into the exam room and everything looks like it is falling apart. The bulb on the blood pressure device was not working and it took 10 minutes for the intern to fix it, then the ruler on the wall (yes a ruler) fell off the nail onto the floor as I was being measured. After the N.D. gave me my exam, she said that I didn’t need one in the first place and at least told me not to worry about coming back for 3 years. Goodie.
I left feeling confused but at least I knew I wouldn’t be going back. An A+ for the front desk person, though. She (wish I could remember her name) was friendly and very helpful/​welcoming.
I am sure that there are other N.D.‘s at A Woman’s Time that are probably superb. I am also sure that Tori is very knowledgable (I know she is well respected). But girl, please work on your people skills. Please!

I had high hopes for this office since Dr. Hudson’s reputation was so strong and clearly she has a huge reputation… sadly, her interpersonal skills were lacking, our ability to communicate well with each other was disastrous, my condition became worse, and i feel like her celebrity trumped her compassion… some times medical brilliance isn’t a substitution for down-​home caring. For me, my $ 275 45 minute first visit (they won’t tell you how much the visit will cost since it depends on the «complexity» which is up to the doctors jurisdiction, and precludes your being able to budget otherwise) was thrown out money, and i paid cash, no insurance and no reduced price for cash pay. All we did was discuss history and barely talk about a management plan. When i called back to review some things, I spoke briefly with her handlers, and then I was told to make another appointment. To say the least, it was expensive and disappointing.

Dr Hudson is great– knowledgeable, no nonsense, great reputation – so working with other dr’s to get reports etc is no issue. She really helped my peri-​menopausal stuff when nothing else was working.

Dr. Davidson embodies the physician spirit; she cares, she listens, and she thinks. The clinic staff have all been equally caring and attentive. I recommend A Woman’s Time to all my friends, women who know their bodies and demand a higher level of consciousness and care.

I see Dr. Ashney here, and she is just wonderful.
Never in my life have I had a doctor who is so caring and through. She takes her time going through all of my concerns, and answering my questions.
After seeing a conventional doctor all throughout my teenage years, and never having them address my main concern, I am so happy I’ve found Dr. Ashney. She’s just great. :)

I thought Dr. Tori Hudson was phenomenal!!! I have been dealing with hormonal issues for 10 years which eventually led to breast cancer. After stopping the Tamoxifen I could not get my body back in balance. In one visit she was able to listen to my issues, prescribe some supplements and within a month I was sleeping, hot flashes & night sweats were gone, cramping gone, irritability gone and a slew of other symptoms totally improved. My gosh, she gave me back my life. I have seen numerous ND’s, MD’s, specialists you name it. Never has anyone been able to accomplish what Dr. Hudson did in literally one visit, plus the follow-​up. AAAAA++++ Highly recommend.

Need a naturophath? Ailing for accupuncture? Craving a chiropractor?
Ok, nough with the cutesie talk.
This clinic really does have all that eastern and natural medicine has to offer. The staff is so friendly, its pretty easy to get in for an appointment and they have a small retail area in front with natrual products and books.
They do take some health insurances, but check before you make an appointment.
Overall, an excellent health care center!