Open Hysterectomy near Cedar Park, TX

Biography: Dr. Marco Uribe's gynecological practice at Austin Area OB/GYN and Fertility focuses on preventive care, preconception counseling, infertility, menopause, and the diagnosis and management of pelvic prolapse and urinary incontinence. This includes urodynamic bladder testing to better determine the specific causes of voiding dysfunction.Dr. Uribe has a special interest in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. He has been working with bioidentical hormones for more than 20 years and focuses on replacement therapy that helps restore a women's hormone balance with the intent of achieving a better quality of life. Dr. Uribe also has an interest in both high risk and low risk Obstetrics. He specializes in minor invasive surgery options including the DAVINCI robotic laparoscopy that can significantly reduce a women's recovery time. He is assisted by his Physician Assistant Amy Grove, who is a graduate of the Medical College of Georgia. Amy has a special interest in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and infertility treatments. Dr. Marco Uribe is a native of Laredo, Texas and received his undergraduate degree from Yale University and Medical Doctorate from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Uribe completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Baylor College of Medicine affiliated hospitals. He began his practice with Austin Area Obstetrics and Gynecology in 1994, after spending seven years at Kelsey-Seybold Clinic in Houston, Texas where he was Assistant Chief of Obstetrics & Gynecology. Dr. Uribe is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He is also a member of the Texas Medical Association, the Travis County Medical Society, and a number of specialty-related organizations. He has held a clinical faculty position at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, and received numerous Faculty of the Year teaching awards for surgical instructional training. Dr. Uribe, as well as a number of his staff, are fluent in Spanish.

Care Philosophy: To treat each patient's needs in an individualized way utilizing all the advances available. To combine medical expertise with compassionate care to treat a range of urogynecologic conditions. See http://www.austinurogynecology.com/

Care Philosophy: Dr. Landherr has relocated to Texas to be closer to her family. To arrange an appointment with one of her associates at La Dea Women's Health, please call (520) 544-0906.

Biography: When it comes to women's healthcare, Dr. Ginger Truitt believes that patients deserve care for every age and stage. She works with each patient to develop customized plans of care that will help them feel their best and strives to create a supportive atmosphere of trust for each patient. Dr. Truitt graduated with honors from Trinity University with a Bachelor of Science in biology. She completed her medical degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center-San Antonio. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center in Hartford, Connecticut.She has conducted advanced research and training in the areas of sonography and minimally invasive surgery, including robotic and laparoscopic surgery. During her residency, Dr. Truitt was recognized with the Czaja Award for her clinical research in the use of hybrid grafts in prolapse repair.She pursued additional training in the areas of patient care and leadership, including serving on St. Francis Hospital's Residency Education Committee, and participating in the Council on Resident Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology's Workshop: Preparing to be Teachers and Leaders.Dr. Truitt offers specialized knowledge and training in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, Basic Cardiac Life Support and Neonatal Resuscitation. She belongs to the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the American Medical Association.When she is not seeing patients, Dr. Truitt is involved in community efforts to raise awareness and funds for ovarian cancer research, and she has served as a volunteer for the Texas Center for Disease Control. In her free time, Dr. Truitt enjoys reading, hiking, running, sailing and spending time with her family.

Biography: Dr. Cowan joined Austin Area Obstetrics, Gynecology & Fertility in 2000 and has helped women from in and around Austin, Texas to find improved health and deliver healthy, happy babies by providing high quality gynecological and obstetrics services. Dr. Cowan is a native of Hillsboro, Texas and completed his undergraduate work in biology at The University of Texas in 1987. He earned his medical degree at The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. His residency in obstetrics and gynecology was completed at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth in 1995, where he was chief resident. He is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He is a member of the Texas Medical Association and serves on the executive board of both the Travis County Medical Society and the Blood and Tissue Center in Austin. He is also an Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology for the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. Dr. Cowan is a popular physician in the community and has been a speaker for women's issues many times. He is a frequent guest on television and radio programs. He and his wife Julie have three children, Rob, Will, and Katie.

Biography: Dr. Allison Anderson, MD is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Austin, TX. She is 47 years old and has been practicing for 21 years. Dr. Allison Anderson, MD is affiliated with St. David's North Austin Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Christopher Seeker has been with Austin Area Obstetrics, Gynecology & Fertility since 1988. He is assisted in his office by his three certified nurse practitioners: Kelly Reagan, Casey Friesenhahn, and Jaki Lockwood. They complement Dr. Seeker's practice by providing obstetric, gynecologic, and fertility visits. Dr. Seeker is a native of Odessa Texas and attended Texas Tech University in Lubbock earning a degree in chemistry in 1980. He obtained his doctor of medicine from The University of Texas Health & Science Center in San Antonio in 1984 where he was a member of Alpha Omega Alpha honorary medical society. Dr. Seeker did his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Baylor, where he was chief resident, and at Parkland Memorial Hospital. He is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a member of the Texas Medical Association, Travis County Medical Association and American Society of Reproductive Medicine. Dr. Seeker is one of the most popular and recognized Central Texas physicians. Many local organizations and periodicals (Texas Monthly, Austin American-Statesman, etc) have singled him out as an outstanding physician. He attributes his success to his faith in God and his steadfast dedication to women's health. He regards the role of family as sacred. He and his wife Ann have three children (Paige, Luke, and Blake Ann). The Seeker family spends much of their free time on their working Texas Cattle Ranch and Pecan farm near Austin.

Care Philosophy: I consider it a privilege to provide comprehensive care to women of all ages, from first exams through the miracle of childbirth and on to perimenopausal and menopausal care.

Care Philosophy: To provide compassionate, individualized care for our patients. To provide care that is comprehensive and coordinated to our patients' home. To attract and nurture the best physicians. To recognize and support the central role of clinical research in advancing cancer care.

Biography: Dr. Gutierrez graduated magna cum laude from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Arts in biology. She then earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. She went on to complete her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at The Ohio State University. Dr. Gutierrez is trained in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support and Electronic Fetal Monitoring. She has also received training in the da Vinci Surgery method, which is a minimally invasive robotic surgical technique to diagnose and treat gynecologic and fertility issues, such as endometriosis and uterine fibroids.As an assistant to the Office of Academic Enhancement at the University of Texas Health Science Center, Dr. Gutierrez shared her expertise with the next generation of doctors. She instructed first year medical students and continues to seek out academic and research opportunities.Proficient in Spanish, Dr. Gutierrez volunteered with International Service Learning, providing medical care to underserved populations in Nicaragua. Dr. Gutierrez also served the community with prenatal care for incarcerated patients at the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction.Dr. Gutierrez belongs to numerous medical societies, including the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. the American Medical Association and the American Medical Women's Association.In her free time, she enjoys hiking, biking, cooking, reading fiction and running.

Care Philosophy: To prevent and treat disease within a caring community.

Care Philosophy: To prevent and treat disease within a caring community.

Care Philosophy: To prevent and treat disease within a caring community.

Care Philosophy: To prevent and treat disease within a caring community.