# River Place OB GYN > River Place OB GYN offers individualized care for women at every life stage in a boutique practice setting in West Austin, Texas. Founded in 2013 by Dr. John Thoppil, the practice focuses on delivering comprehensive obstetric services, wellness exams, weight management, and birth control, including for high-risk pregnancies. Dr. John Thoppil is an Austin Monthly Top Doc and Texas Monthly Super Doc. Dr. Rachel Shepherd joined the team in 2016, and both physicians emphasize staying current with evidence-based treatment methods. The practice aims to build long-term relationships with patients, making River Place OB/GYN a medical home for women. Disclaimer: This information is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. ## Key Pages - [About Our Practice](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/about) - [Austin Location](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/locations/austin-tx) ## Booking & Contact - [Schedule Appointment](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/schedule) - [New Patient Registration](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/registration) - [Visit Information](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/visit) - [Pay Now](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/pay-now) - [Contact Us](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/contact-us) ## Providers - [Dr. John Thoppil, M.D.](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/providers/john-thoppil-m-d) - [Dr. Rachel Shepherd, M.D.](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/providers/rachel-shepherd-m-d) - [Dana Wicker, WHNP-BC](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/providers/dana-wicker-whnp-bc) - [Rachel Carlson, MD](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/providers/rachel-carlson-md) - [William Litchliter, MD](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/providers/william-litchliter-md) ## Services - [Obstetrics](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/services/obstetrics) - [Gynecology](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/services/gynecology) - [Office Based Surgery](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/services/office-based-surgery) - [Contraception](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/services/contraception) - [Ultrasound](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/services/ultrasound) - [Hormone Management](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/services/hormone-management) - [Weight Management](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/services/weight-management) - [Wellness Visits](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/services/wellness-visits) - [STD Testing](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/services/std-testing) - [Vaginal Rejuvenation](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/services/vaginal-rejuvenation) ## Policies - [Terms](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/our-terms) - [Privacy](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/your-privacy) - [Accessibility Statement](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/accessibility-statement) ## Patient Resources - [St. David's North Austin Women's Center](http://www.womenscenteroftexas.com/home.aspx) - [Birthclass (YouTube)](https://youtu.be/4ynENM0iKbI) - [Birth Class Slides (PDF)](https://sa1s3optim.patientpop.com/assets/docs/431449.pdf) - [River Place Ob Gyn Pregnancy App](https://hbrp.onelink.me/SqBq/w1) - [West Austin Wellness](http://westaustinwellness.com/) ## Blog - [Blog Archive](https://www.reyesmd.net/blog-archive) - [Blog Archive](https://www.midamericaskin.com/blog-archive): Access a collection of articles and updates from the practice. - [Blog Archive](https://www.riverplaceobg.com/blog-archive): Access past blog posts.