Samantha McRae

Samantha McRae, CNM

Overall patient rating:

Book Appointment Durham Women’s Clinic

Languages Spoken By This Provider:

English

Accepts New Patients

Telehealth Appointments Available

Education

Graduate School: Vanderbilt University

Hospital Affiliations

Duke Regional Hospital

Sammy McRae joined the Durham Women’s team in 2021. She received her master’s degree from Vanderbilt University as a Certified Nurse Midwife. Sammy has been passionate about working with women for as long as she can remember. With a background working as a doula and a labor & delivery nurse, helping women feel empowered and informed throughout their pregnancy is Sammy’s main incentive as a provider.

With a heart for educating patients, Sammy loves working with women at all points in their journey, whether it be discussing contraception options or preparing women for menopause. You will find Sammy in both the clinical and hospital setting.

Sammy is a native to the Triangle and lives in Durham with her partner, two dogs, and a cat. When not caring for patients, you will find her traveling, biking, and camping with her husband Silas

Patient Reviews

Overall patient rating for UWH of The Carolinas:

IUD Insertion / Removal

Dr. Setzer is such a great Dr. She has wonderful bedside manners, is extremely knowledgeable and makes me feel heard at every appointment.

Annual Well Woman Exam

I had no issues. Love Dr Horvath! She is awesome, kind, caring, and was very thorough!

Breast Exam

I have so much confidence in Dr. Richardson. She is professional and personable, and she relates to me. Dr. Richardson shows interest in both my health care and my well being at this stage in my life experiences.

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr. Kesty was very knowledgeable and talked me through every thing that was happening.

Annual Well Woman Exam

Love Dr Mims

Annual Well Woman Exam

Sweet medical assistant, quick wait time for the provider, listening and understanding provider

Pap Smear

The staff and doctor was very friendly. Also very informative

Gynecological Exams

Dr B is so wonderful. I look forward to her visits bc she is super present and takes her time. I feel like she truly listens and takes time to help her patients. I am so thankful for her. She is excellent. Also the people who draw blood have always been lovely and kind.

Annual Well Woman Exam

I’ve been seeing Katie for years! She is wonderful! Very personable and always makes me feel like a valued patient of hers!

Annual Well Woman Exam

Everything is so professional and they care.

Annual Well Woman Exam

Everyone is so nice and my Provider is very caring .

OB Care

Dr. Brimmage is such a thoughtful human and takes time to answer all questions. He thinks about treatment options from all angles and considers all influential factors when making decisions. He also recognizes the limitations of some medical standards and available treatments, and he plans accordingly for what we do and do not know about women’s health. I’m grateful for his guidance during my pregnancy.

Annual Well Woman Exam

The facility has great customer service. The doctor is personable and listens to the patient concerns.

Pap Smear

Michelle was very personable. She listened to my concerns and offered some treatment options. She didn't seem rushed and my experience was very positive.

Annual Well Woman Exam

From the moment I walked in everyone is caring and kind. I feel very comfortable and welcome. Dr Benavides expresses genuine concern for my health and takes time to listen and explain things that will help me reach my health goals.

Follow-up Visit (Problem / Complication)

Dr. Murphy is one of the most thoughtful providers I’ve ever had the honor to visit. She’s so thorough and her bed side manner is untouchable. I came in for a check up and brought some concerns to her, she was, and always is, so compassionate about my issues. I’m very lucky to have her as my provider

Annual Well Woman Exam

Very short wait upon arrival. Both Doctor Cobb and his nurse were polite and professional making me feel relaxed and comfortable during the entire visit.

Annual Well Woman Exam

Excellent rapport, professional and made me feel comfortable during the exam.

Routine Pregnancy / Prenatal Appointment

Dr. Thompson is my favorite at the practice. His bedside manner is great. He listens, pays attention, and is very relatable.

Annual Well Woman Exam

Everyone from the front desk team to the nurse and the provider, are all 5 STARS! Exceptional care and incredible patient service!