Candace Yvonne Parker-Autry, MD
Conditions and Treatments
- Bladder Sling
- Interstim™ Bladder Pacemaker Device
- Ovary Removal
- Botulinum Toxin (Botox)
- Mesh
- Reconstructive Surgery
- Fistulotomy
- Minimally Invasive Robotic Surgery/Laparoscopy
- Vagina Pessaries
- Vagina Reconstruction and Repair
- Vaginal Support Device
- Neuromodulation Therapy
- Fistula
- Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
- Female Sexual Dysfunction
- Lichen Sclerosis
- Urinary Retention
- Vulvar Disorders
- Incomplete Bladder Emptying
- Rectovaginal Fistula
- Vesicovaginal Fistula
- Vaginal Sling
- Anal Sphincteroplasty
- Pelvic Reconstruction
- Interstitial Cystyisit/Painful Bladder Syndrome
- Pelvic Organ/Floor Prolapse
- Female Urinary Incontinence
- Urethral Diverticulum
- Urinary Tract Infection/Inflammation
- Accidental Bowel Leakage/Bowel Incontinence
- Pelvic Floor Mesh Complications
- Underactive Bladder
- Hysterectomy
- Botulinum Toxin (Botox) Therapy for Urinary Incontinence
- Female Fecal Incontinence
- Overactive Bladder
- Post-Obsteric Perineal Injury
- Hematuria (Adult)
- Urethral Stricture
- Uterine Fibroids
- Bladder Pain
- Pelvic Organ Prolapse
- Urinary Incontinence/Urinary Frequency
Ratings and Reviews
4.6173 Ratings 69 Comments |
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|---|---|
| Listened to me | 4.6 |
| Cared about me | 4.5 |
| Clearly explained my problem or condition | 4.5 |
| Included me in decisions about my care | 4.6 |
| Clearly explained my treatment and follow up instructions | 4.6 |
Within Atrium Health, we use survey results to better understand what is important to our patients and how we can improve healthcare experiences. The overall Patient Rating score comes from the questions on our Medallia Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a scale, where 0 represents "very poor" and 10 represents "very good.” Those scores are shown as 1 to 5 stars on the provider’s profile.
Patient Comments
- November 15, 2023 The persons who cared for me were two assistants. I did not meet Candace Parker-Autry.
- November 15, 2023 Dr. Candace Parker-Autry is a very caring & very informative doctor who shows in all aspects that she cares about her patients.
- November 13, 2023 She was caring, professional and efficient. I feel blessed to have been referred to her.
- November 12, 2023 Dr. Parker-Autry has such a caring, compassionate bedside manner. She is incredibly knowledgeable, takes time to answer all your questions, and makes certain you have had all your questions answered. I would highly recommend her.
- October 27, 2023 She is a wonderful Doctor,very caring about her patients.Would recommend her very highly.
- October 27, 2023 Dr. Parker-Autry is a competent, caring, and thorough physician. I couldn’t have had a better doctor.
- October 11, 2023 Very good about understanding my needs and explaining everything
- September 27, 2023 Dr. Parker-Autry is very efficient and kind and knows what she is doing. She helped me with a couple of issues that will make my life less complicated.
- September 26, 2023 She was very informative.
- September 16, 2023 Dr. Parker-Autrey was very knowledgeable, personable and put me at my ease. Her confidence made me confident that this surgery would be a success.
- September 16, 2023 Seemed unsure about my reason for visit
- September 6, 2023 She is a caring doctor who listens to her patients concerns. Happy that she is my doctor.
- September 4, 2023 Respectful
- August 29, 2023 Very knowledgeable
- August 27, 2023 Very knowledgeable
- August 23, 2023 She diagnosed my problem, did surgery, repaired my problem. I'm well on the road to recovery. I'm a happy camper again. Lol
- August 17, 2023 This Dr not only is not only knowledgeable in her field of medicine, but her besides manera and total interest in her patient is impecable. Your blessed to have her in such an important area of medicine
- August 15, 2023 Always there for you gives you time for any questions things you might not understand not rushed pleasant explains directions excellent
- August 4, 2023 She is very professional. I believe she listened to me and included me in the decision making process. I’m very satisfied with her and everyone else who assisted her in some way.
- August 4, 2023 Dr Parker-Autry is Competent, has a friendly demeanor, has effective communication skills, has good listening skills etc. I actually enjoyed my visit.
- July 31, 2023 Very, very pleased with every aspect of my care from the first appointment through the surgery to the post-op. High level of confidence in my surgeon with information, explanations, options and skills.
- June 28, 2023 Thorough, professional.
- June 20, 2023 Straight to the point. very confidence, and kind
- June 10, 2023 A very smooth and great experience. I have always hated going to a doctors appointment but this one was not at all stressful.
- June 7, 2023 Very nice and caring about my problems
- June 7, 2023 Very knowledgeable and caring.
- May 13, 2023 Nurses and Dr Parker Aurtry were amazing.
- May 11, 2023 Professional and I got the results she promised .
- May 10, 2023 Dr. Parker-Autry was very professional and polite. She listened to what I had to say about my visit. I would recommend her to other people. Very pleased with my visit with her.
- May 9, 2023 I would recommend her to family and friend.
- May 6, 2023 Very helpful with diagnosis and treatment.
- April 18, 2023 Atrium Health ought to have a billboard with Dr Parker-Autry's picture and a heading of "this woman changes lives". I think that matters regarding pelvic health are not readily discussed, so many women might not know of how their medical situations can be improved. I am so very thankful of the help that she gave me.
- April 18, 2023 Very professional and competent. I felt listened to and respected for my opinion.
- April 5, 2023 Worse experience I have ever had. It’s been a nightmare.
- April 3, 2023 They are the best
- March 31, 2023 She seemed very knowledgeable . Courteous.
- March 17, 2023 I highly recommend Dr Parker-Autry, she definitely is on top of her game! If you need a caring, compassionate and professional yet personable doctor then she's the one.
- March 15, 2023 Dr Parker Autry was nice and knowledgeable, I haven’t have the diagnosis yet
- March 8, 2023 Dr. Parker-Autry was wonderful. She gently reminds me of things I need to do as I age to remain healthy & active. She also put my prescription order in before I left allowing her to comment on a few things before I went to pick it up.such as the cost!
- March 4, 2023 Great doctor, she explained procedures step by step. Follow up with test results before they are posted in my wake health and explained results. I feel she takes her time to research the patients needs before suggesting treatments.
- March 3, 2023 I was frustrated and the doctor appeared to be making up lost time. The call didn’t feel productive.
- March 2, 2023 Dr. Candace Parker-Autry was very business like but also open to my questions. She was sensitive to the feeling I was having with a new and not good diagnosis.
- March 2, 2023 Very understanding & very thorough.
- March 2, 2023 Dr Candace Parker -Autry is the best So friendly and easy to talk to her bed side manner makes her a special lady would recommend her to everyone
- March 2, 2023 I felt that Dr. Parker-Autry listened to my problems and has a short and long term plan for health and healing.
- February 22, 2023 She was courteous and professional but maybe could work on her bedside manner. I felt a little rushed.
- February 22, 2023 It was a great doctor's visit. I will gladly tell others & I will be returning.
- February 18, 2023 Listened to my concerns and gave very satisfactory answers.
- February 18, 2023 I like Dr Autry. She is friendly but very professional. She put me at ease with her.
- February 17, 2023 Candace explained my issues to me lin numerical order where I could understand and three was no room for misunderstanding
- February 16, 2023 Very efficient,
- February 15, 2023 Dr Parker-Autry explained to me various options to cure my medical condition. She gave me her opinion of which option was best for me, and I agreed with her decision. Very thorough in her examination!!
- February 14, 2023 Great visit but no follow-up. Makes me question her credibility.
- February 7, 2023 El personal es excellent. El Sistema de registro un poco complicado. Especialmente en El break del lunch. The sign were confusing however the personnel nearby were extremely helpful.
- February 1, 2023 Interested in full picture of patient’s health. Research very inportant.
- January 31, 2023 Dr Parker Autry is quite familiar with the female anatomy and that’s why I came back to her for her professional advice
- January 23, 2023 I really like her. Could not ask for a better Dr. She is Beautiful and Brain…like that.! She explained everything in detail. As I said she is great!
- January 21, 2023 Es una doctora muy muy amable estoy agradecida con eya por todo lo que a echo por mi es una doctora muy muy amable grasias doctora Candace Parker autry md
- January 20, 2023 Very professional, very knowledgeable, kind and compassionate.
- January 20, 2023 Dr Parker Autry is the best Dr I have seen she really cares about patients
- January 19, 2023 I did not see very much of her. There was a resident handleling things
- January 14, 2023 Listens. Explains thoroughly.
- January 13, 2023 She was Fabulous! She listened to my concerns and questions and I truly felt like I was receiving care from a wonderful, caring professional who knew what my concerns were
- January 11, 2023 She is awesome!!! She makes me feel like I'm a priority and that my health is important.
- January 8, 2023 MD did not listen to me or review my health history.
- January 5, 2023 Caring, knowledgeable,comfortable to talk to
- December 30, 2022 Dr. Parker Autry is easy to talk to and very experienced and knowledgeable.
- December 29, 2022 She has helped resolve a urinary incontinence problem that other physicians I consulted overlooked. She carefully explains things and is patient.
- December 18, 2022 Dr. Parker-Autry is a fine doctor I??d recommend her and her office staff, but never Lexington hospital.
Locations
Credentials
Education
- BS, North Carolina Wesleyan College, 2001
- MD, Wake Forest School of Medicine, 2006
Residency
- OB GYN, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, 2010
Fellowship
- Female Pelvic Med and Reconstruction Surg, University of Alabama Hospitals, 2013
Board Certifications
- American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology
- American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
Positions
- Physician
- Assistant Professor, Urology
- Assistant Professor, Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022
AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)
AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations
AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations
BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DEVOTED HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
VA CCN: Accepted at all locations
WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Research
- Validation and Testing of an E-Learning Module Teaching Core Urinary Incontinence Objectives in a Randomized Controlled Trial. Parker-Autry CY, Shen E, Nance A, Butler T, Covarrubias JB, Varner RE, Richter HE. Female Pelvic Med Reconstr Surg. ; 25(2):188-192.
- Sex differences in lower urinary tract biology and physiology. Abelson B, Sun D, Que L, Nebel RA, Baker D, Popiel P, Amundsen CL, Chai T, Close C, DiSanto M, Fraser MO, Kielb SJ, Kuchel G, Mueller ER, Palmer MH, Parker-Autry C, Wolfe AJ, Damaser MS. Biol Sex Differ. 2018 10; 9(1):45.
- In Reply. Parker-Autry CY, Houston D, Kritchevsky S, Richter HE. Obstet Gynecol. 2018 06; 131(6):1160-1161.
- Characterizing the Functional Decline of Older Women With Incident Urinary Incontinence. Parker-Autry C, Houston DK, Rushing J, Richter HE, Subak L, Kanaya AM, Kritchevsky SB. Obstet Gynecol. 2017 11; 130(5):1025-1032.
- Expert Panel Recommendations on Lower Urinary Tract Health of Women Across Their Life Span. Losada L, Amundsen CL, Ashton-Miller J, Chai T, Close C, Damaser M, DiSanto M, Dmochowski R, Fraser MO, Kielb SJ, Kuchel G, Mueller ER, Parker-Autry C, Wolfe AJ, Mallampalli MP. J Womens Health (Larchmt). 2016 11; 25(11):1086-1096.