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Dr. Laura Meritt, MD

Dr. Laura Meritt, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*

Dr. Laura Meritt, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Austin, TX. She is affiliated with St. David's North Austin Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 73 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (73 reviews)

Dr. Meritt is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalGynecologic Surgery Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Meritt's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Meritt

4.8
73 ratings, 45 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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She has been my doctor for many years. Always professional, so knowledgeable and kind, never in a rush to answer any questions. She is the best!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 08, 2025
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Best doctor!
I have seen her for many, many years. She's delivered both of my children. She is so smart, consistent, soft spoken, and really cares about you. She always takes the time to really listen. You can tell that she truly cares about her patients. I hope she never retires!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 25, 2025
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Wonderful physician
Her office staff is very attentive and easy to work with. Initiate providing you with information such as address and directions. Dr. Meritt is a good listener. She has a very common sense approach to her care and is detailed with her care. She is very knowledgeable and up to date.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jill – Dec 13, 2024
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Wonderful Doctor
Dr Meritt is very thorough, professional, and genuinely nice. I’m very happy with her as my gyn physician.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Leh.C – Jul 01, 2024
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Dr Laura, has very good patience and listens to all details and provides detailed answers to queries. Staff is very good as well . Thank you and please keep up the good work !!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 05, 2024
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First rate obgyn clinic!
Women's Renaissance top notch staff and Dr. Merritt are so welcoming, professional and caring.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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J. Anderson – Jul 20, 2022
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Very impressive
Staffs are very nice and welcome. Dr. Meritt is very professional. She explained me well about the procedure and walked me in out the process of visiting. Really recommended !
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 31, 2022
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It is excellent
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 26, 2021
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Very professional and caring doctor.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 16, 2021
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I have been going to Laura for over 25 years. She is smart, caring, and kind. She has solved several problems when other doctors could not. She is thorough and loves her work.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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mirliegirlie – Dec 03, 2021
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I have been a patient of Dr Merritt for many, many years. She’s a joy to work with and takes a personal interest that I appreciate.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 16, 2021
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I have been a patient of Dr Merritt for nearly 20 years. She is direct, thorough and comprehensive in her care.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Christa Lopez – Nov 15, 2021
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She took her time to answer all of my questions and explained the options that were available to me.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 20, 2021
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Dr Meritt and her staff are always kind, considerate, thorough with questions regarding reason for visit and any other possible issues. She then goes over everything with me and answers all of my questions. I highly recommend her and her staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Cheryl W – Oct 07, 2021
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She's very gentle and she really listen to what the patient problem.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 19, 2021
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She is absolutely amazing!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Emma – Aug 05, 2021
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First time as her patient, she answered all my questions & was very knowledgeable & personable.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Michele Heltzel – Jul 20, 2021
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So comfortable and quick!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 22, 2021
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Dr merrit was great ??
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ronda – Jun 03, 2021
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Always personable and professional, knowledgeable and down to earth. Has been my OB/Gyn for 25 years! Love her!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Catherine – May 13, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Meritt enjoys the challenge of her gynecologic practice and considers it a privilege to assist in the miracle of childbirth.
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Franklin Square Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • Franklin Square Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine

    Medical School
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Dr. Meritt is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • St. David's North Austin Medical Center

      12221 N Mopac Expy
      Austin, TX 78758
      Recipient of 28
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      73%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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