Thacker Holly MD

Dr. Holly Thacker is the reason I'm six months pregnant right now. It's not an exaggeration to say that one appointment changed the course of my life. After more than a year of unexplained infertility, I had a reproductive endocrinologist diagnose me with premature ovarian insufficiency. Looking back, this was absurd given my numbers AMH readings 1.1-2.1 range, FSH 7-11 but that diagnosis in combination with a lower than usual level of estrogen for my age early 30s convinced me to give up trying to conceive and start on HRT to replace my estrogen and feel better. After 6 months of HRT under the supervisor of an OBGYN, I didn't feel like it was working all that well. I decided to drive up to Columbus to get an opinion from one of the top experts in the menopause field. It only took Dr. Thacker a few minutes to look at my paperwork and determine that my issue was likely hypothalamic, not ovarian. Essentially, my brain was not sending out correct signals to my ovaries to function properly because I was underweight w/ a BMI of ~17.5 No other doctor had flagged this before, as I was still getting monthly cycles. At her recommendation, I gained 10 pounds and my body started to heal. Acupuncture, yoga, and clean eating likely helped as well. 6-7 months after that, I conceived without assistance, something other doctors had told me was highly unlikely. I'm exceedingly grateful I went to Dr. Thacker!

Unfortunately, my appointment with Dr. Thacker was not the experience that I was hoping for. Going through menopause is very emotional and can be scary, especially when you are dealing with depression and anxiety. Instead of getting empathy and kindness, Dr. Thacker was rude, short, and dismissive. She was more concerned about adding my past medical history into the computer, which I had already filled in on my new patient form. She was barking questions at me and before I could even answer she would ask me another question. In addition, instead of calling me to step through my test results she sent me a brief email that was improperly worded with incomplete feedback. There was no direction as to when I should schedule a follow up visit. Perhaps she had an off day, but looking at some of the other reviews it's seems like her lack of empathy is a pain point for Dr. Thacker. I'm sure she knows a great deal about menopause and treatment options but her inability to connect with her patients in a kind and supportive way needs a lot of work. She left me in tears but luckily her nurse Lily showed me a great deal of compassion, for which I am thankful. To close, I have never written a review on a doctor before but I felt an obligation to potential patients looking for a menopause specialist that they may want to reconsider.

I had to wait quite a long time to see her but it was worth it. I felt seen and heard and she communicated with empathy in a way I was sure to understand. Definitely a CAREgiver!

Dr. Thacker was knowledgeable, kind and took a great deal of time to listen to me and understand my menopause symptoms. She's giving me my life back. I'm so grateful. For the reviews mentioning her book, written for the Cleveland Clinic, of course she briefly mentioned it. Why wouldn't she. It's a resource for women during menopause. The world is lacking in education for women in regards to menopause. I'll review as many resources as I can. Knowledge is power.

Dr. Thacker literally saved me from suffering with Hot Flashes and other menopausal symptoms!! She is a caring Dr. who genuinely listens to help. I have reached out to her office via email and the response time is almost immediate! Of my 56 years of life - I feel as though I have received the best GYN care from Holly Thacker!! I've learned so much about my body, spirit and mind from the shared appointments!! She treats the whole person not just the gynecological parts. I love my Dr. ~Mattie Jones Hollowell

Dr Thacker has been a life saver for me. I was diagnosed with breast cancer at 43 and she has treated me for side effects ever since then. She listens and takes time to treat your overall health .

I went to Holly because she specializes in menopause. I've been seeing her for eight years, and she's very knowledgeable, She's written a book about menopause that she gives to her patient. It answered all the questions I had. She dispelled the myths of HRT from years past, and explains the benefits of taking HRT longterm, I have given her a 5 star rating, but if rate her higher I would.

I went to Dr Thacker in July 2021. Please read Wendy Trim’s review. It was virtually identical except the fellow in the room was also treated what I felt poorly.

Extremely knowledgeable. Consistently progressive and excellent care.

Dr. Thacker is smart, kind and sympathetic to how harsh menpause can be.