Best Open Hysterectomy Doctors in Houston, TX

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Dr. Shannon Hardy grew up in Houston, Texas, and attended St. John's School. She then did her undergraduate studies at Rice University where she graduated Pre-med with a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Linguistics and Literature in 2003. She then earned her Medical Doctorate at The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston in 2007, where she graduated in the top quarter of her class. She stayed at UTMB to complete her four years of residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology. While in residency, she received several awards for Outstanding Resident and Student Teaching, and was elected Administrative Chief Resident from 2010-2011. She has been in private practice in Houston since 2011, and is very excited to join Complete Women's Care Center in 2014.

I strive to deliver the highest quality of medical care and build long-term relationships with my patients by using open and honest communication, providing access to the latest medical advancements and treatments, and personalized care for every patient

This physician is accepting telehealth visits. Dr. Alicia McIntosh is a Board Certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist who founded Bella Obstetrics & Gynecology along with four of her colleagues in January 2020. She is originally from Waco, Texas, but moved to Fort Worth, Texas for college. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from TCU in 2004 with a degree in Chemistry. She was inducted into the national honor societies Phi Beta Kappa and Mortar Board. Dr. McIntosh had an amazing opportunity to live and study in Paris, France at La Sorbonne- University of Paris in 2002. In 2009, she earned her Medical Doctorate from The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. Dr. McIntosh completed her residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Memorial Hermann Hospital in 2013. In residency, Dr. McIntosh received the Residency Research Award for the top research project. The focus of her research was a basic science aspect of infertility. She has been in private practice since 2013. Dr. McIntosh has been honored as one of Houston's "Top Doctors" by H-Texas Magazine for 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019. She was also named by Texas Monthly as a Top Doctor in Texas "Rising Star" in 2017, 2018 and 2019. She was also voted one of Houstonia Magazine's Top Doctors in 2019 which is voted on by other physician peers in Houston.Dr. McIntosh has a strong passion for women's health. She is inspired and driven by connections with her patients in all stages of life. She values a trusting, respectful patient-doctor relationship and loves the opportunity to educate her patients about their health. While knowledgeable and experienced in all areas of obstetrics and gynecology she has a particular interest in breastfeeding complications, cervical cancer screening, contraception, pelvic pain, abnormal bleeding, and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. Dr. McIntosh found her calling in OB/Gyn. It combines primary care medical problems and continuity with emergency and surgery all while caring for not only one but sometimes two patients. There is nothing as emotional and fulfilling as bringing a new life into the world! It never gets old. From the gynecologic side, having the ability to skillfully use her hands in the operating room to improve a patient's quality of life is beyond rewarding. The joy of building a relationship and guiding women through all stages of life from the teens to reproductive years to menopause and beyond is indescribable and fulfilling. In her spare time, Dr. McIntosh enjoys traveling, shopping, designing jewelry, and spending time with her husband, Chris, and their children, Hunter, Carlyle, and Cole.

I chose to work in the field of women's health care because I am a good listener and demand dedication and self improvement constantly in order to be able to provide wellness at the level of the patients' satisfaction and personal needs. Dedication and discipline is a gift that I naturally have.

This physician is accepting telehealth visits. Latasha Steele, M.D. is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr Steele practices at Bella Obstetrics and Gynecology. She delivers infants and performs surgeries at The Woman's Hospital of Texas.Dr. Steele grew up in a small town in Oklahoma and became a highly touted track and field high school athlete. While earning a coveted track scholarship to the University of Notre Dame, she received honorary distinctions as a scholar-athlete & monogram award winner. She then graduated with a degree in psychology and pre-professional studies.Dr. Steele received her 2009 medical degree from the University of Kansas. She became interested in obstetrics while working in a birth center community health project and helped coordinate health supply drives for low-income women.In 2013, Dr. Steele completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Texas at Houston, where she graciously served as Administrative Chief Resident.She is a member of the North American Society of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology (NASPAG).Dr. Steele and her husband, a retired Captain in the United States Army, have made Houston their permanent home.Dr. Steele is very passionate about women's health care and she strives to maintain long-term relationships with all of her patients.Dr. Steele is most interested in preventative obstetric and gynecologic medicine, adolescent gynecology, minimally invasive surgery, and health-related fitness.Dr. Steele is also interested in being a leader for women's health care on both the national level and in her community, as this has been reflected in her serving in a multitude of committees and high leadership positions over the past several years. In her spare time, Dr. Steele loves traveling, reading, boating, cycling, and spending time with her family.

Providing personalized patient-centered and evidence-based care to my patient through all stages of their lives.