
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Teenagers
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Provider Gender
FemaleAbout Michelle Abbate and Banner Safety Practices
Care Philosophy
I provide evidence-based comprehensive reproductive healthcare across the lifespan. I create partnerships with my patients, and together we work towards common goal and outcomes.
Specializing In
Obstetrics
Gynecology
Interests & Activities
I practice full spectrum obstetrics & gynecology, including ambulatory care, inpatient obstetrics, and gynecologic surgery.
I enjoy caring for patients of all ages through childhood, pregnancy, menopause and beyond. I am proud to provide equitable care to all members of the Tucson community, and welcome patients who identify as LGBTQ and gender diverse.
Personally, I enjoy hiking and exploring the desert southwest with my husband and daughter, and trying new restaurants in Tucson, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy!
Hospital Affiliations
Banner - University Medical Center Tucson
Preferred Phone Number
520-694-8888
Expertise
Education
- Residency: Pennsylvania Hospital Obstetrics/Gynecology Residency Program, Obstetrics & Gynecology, 2022
- Medical School: University of Arizona College of Medicine Phoenix, 2018
Board Certifications
- Obstetrics & Gynecology: American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology, 2024
Locations
- Banner - University Medicine Women's Wellness Clinic
- 7355 South Houghton Road, Suite 208, Tucson, AZ 85747
- Banner - University Medicine North
- 3838 North Campbell Avenue, Building 2, Tucson, AZ 85719
Testimonials
4.9 out of 5.0
150 ratingsAll patient experience ratings and testimonials are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent customer experience company. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2026
Dr. Abbate is amazing. She's the reason I remain at Banner OBGYN. If she left so would I
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
Dr. Abbate not only cared about my medical issues, she also took into consideration my cultural and religious beliefs when recommending treatments. She is a wonderful doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2025
Dr. Abbate is very kind, knowledgeable, and welcoming. I was able to ask all my questions without feeling silly or feeling rushed and she took the time to completely answer me and made sure I understood. She truly took time to understand my care plan, answer any questions I had, and provided wonderful feedback.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2025
Dr. Abbate was very caring and helped me understand what would be happening during my procedure and answered all my questions and made me feel good about what would be done.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Good conversation about my concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2025
Dr. Michelle Abbat was beyond incredible and took my care into extreme consideration while explaining everything in detail to me making me feel extremely relaxed and comfortable!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2025
Excellent person! Really listens to you and explains things very thoroughly!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
She was very kind and was able to answer my questions about my surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
She is very kind, approachable, open demeanor, ask me anything, and, tell me your concerns, no judgement, wants to help. Puts u at ease being a patient and being vulnerable is not easy. Rare doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/4/2025
I was very happy with the care I was given. I have just moved here from Oregon and did not expect the excellent care I received.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2025
I think Michelle Abbate MD is amazing. She's thorough and extremely knowledgeable. She answers all of my questions, listens to my concerns, and gives educated feedback. I can't recommend her enough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2025
Dr. Abate was easy to communicate with and all my concerns were addressed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2025
This was the best possible experience I could have hoped for. Michelle listened closely and asked great questions. She was knowledgeable and kind. This was a great experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2025
She was thorough, attentive, understanding, and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2025
Great physician!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/27/2024
Dr. Abbate is friendly, competent and kind and trustful. She is a very nice person who genuinely wants to help.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2024
She was very nice and help me every time
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2024
She helped me very much.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2024
She is caring, concerned, knowledgeable, experienced, kind, patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2024
She was prompt but not hurried. She took the time to talk without condescension for my age. The exam was done well. She answered all questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2024
Took the time to listen and addressed my concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2024
Had a great first meeting with Dr. Abbate. I found her engaging, attentive and tuned in to my overall well-being. I'll admit that my former Banner practitioner set an incredibly high bar, I wondered how another doctor could compare, but Dr. Abbate meets the same standard. My compliments to Banner for hiring top-drawer folks!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2024
Super understanding and very genuine care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2024
Dr. Abbate is very knowledgeable and compassionate. She is very patient and thoroughly explained everything during my procedure.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/31/2024
She was pleasant and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2024
Dr. Abbate was professional, empathetic and made me feel like an active member of my care team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2023
Knowledgeable and kind. Gives you time to ask questions and I felt they were addressed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2023
Very knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2023
Very kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/11/2023
She asked good questions and really listened to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2023
Dr. Abbate was professional and empathetic. I felt confidence in her medical judgement and trust in her skills.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2023
I had a great experience with Dr. Abbate. She took the time to talk to me about all my health concerns and answered questions in a helpful and supportive way.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2023
Dr. Abbate is really sweet and listens to my concerns. Makes you feel welcomed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2023
She listened intently and provided clear recommendations and referral. She made me feel comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2023
Polite and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2023
This provider was awesome.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2023
She was knowledgeable and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2023
She was not only very pleasant and kind, but also very helpful with my situation and gave me lots of information and guidance. Extremely knowledgeable and experienced.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2023
She was very nice and don't disregard anything I asked or any of my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2023
Wonderful caring doctor. Addressed my needs and did a great job.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/6/2023
She is the absolute best. Pleasant, explains things very thoroughly, and very gentle. She is awesome.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/29/2023
She is so kind and she listens to what is wrong, knows how to fix it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2023
She was better than I could have anticipated. She was friendly and knowledgeable, her demeanor was approachable and non judgmental.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2023
Dr. Abbate explained everything in a manner that I could understand. Not just for the visit but also future visits.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2023
Very personable, kind, caring, and efficient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2023
Dr Abbate was prepared for my visit and listened to me. She was patient and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2025
She was a wonderful doctor only problem I had was due to how irritable and mad I was I forgot the questions I was originally going to ask
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2024
Dr Abbate was very patient, listening to my questions. Answered them thoroughly and had excellent bedside manners.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2023
She was personable and a good listener. Knowledgeable kind and attentive.