Myomectomy near Temple, 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: First and foremost, we have developed a patient-centric practice that provides best in class care in a nurturing, yet state of the art environment. We made the conscious commitment to be more than infertility specialists. We perform cutting edge scientific research, are strong patient advocates, while helping train future leaders in our field. We also work to raise awareness of infertility as a curable disease and help others who lack the means or insurance coverage to pursue treatment.

Biography: Dr. MacLeod has a passion for working with her patients to help them achieve optimal health. She enjoys listening and truly getting to know each of her patients as unique individuals.Dr. MacLeod earned a Bachelor of Science in molecular biology with high honors from the University of Texas at Austin. She then attended the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas for her medical degree, where she received membership to the AOA medical society, which recognizes the top 10% of graduating medical students. She completed her residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas and served as administrative chief resident.Dr. Jessica MacLeod feels privileged to offer care across a woman's life span, including prenatal care and deliveries, vaginal and vulvar problems, surgery and post-menopausal disorders. She is particularly interested in minimally invasive robotic gynecologic surgery to minimize healing time for optimal outcomes.Dr. MacLeod is an Austin native who knows what it is like to be a working mother. She enjoys taking advantage of all the outdoor activities this city has to offer while spending time with her young family.

Care Philosophy: Providing the highest quality of health care available to women through a caring, supportive and respectful manner has been the hallmark of Renaissance Women's Group since 1995.

Biography: Dr. Shepherd started her career as a teacher, with positions in San Antonio, India, and Alaska. She decided to combine her love of teaching, interest in women's health, and passion for helping others into a career in medicine. She completed medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center and finished her residency at Brown University in Rhode Island. She is passionate about women's health and prenatal care. She feels it is a privilege to participate in welcoming new babies into their family and caring for women throughout their life time. She takes pride in explaining diagnoses and plans to patients, providing personalized care and forming a meaningful relationship with her patients. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, hiking, running and spending time with her husband and two children.

Biography: Erica Garza is a dedicated, intelligent physician who is concerned about women's health issues. This is very evident in everything from the many academic awards she has won and the academic presentations she has made to the many research projects she has participated in, past and present. Dr. Garza received her Bachelor of Biology degree from Texas A&M University in 2006, graduating Magna Cum Laude. During her time there, she received the Texas A&M Dept. of Multicultural Services Academic Excellence Award and was a member of both the Golden Key and Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Societies. For her medical training, Dr. Garza attended Texas A&M Health Science Center College of Medicine. She completed her obgyn residency at Phoenix Integrated Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology, St. Joseph Hospital and Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona. During her residency, she received awards and research grants, including the Award for Excellence in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Garza has worked on several impressive research projects: Primary Researcher Adaptation of a Diagnostic Screening Tool to Assess Sexual Health Concerns Among Immigrant and Refugee WOMEN Assistant Researcher Qualification of presacral nerve fibers and its implication with future presacral neurosysis for patients with dysmenorrhea In June 2016, Dr. Garza completed a two year fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (FMIGS) and Chronic Pelvic Pain at St. Joseph Hospital and Medical Center. This surgical training, largely focused on laparoscopic surgery, including DaVinci robotic surgery, afforded her the opportunity to perform more advanced surgery through a minimally invasive approach allowing women to have shorter hospital stays, faster healing times, and return to their regular daily lives faster. Additionally during this time, she also focused on learning and understanding the many different aspects of pelvic pain and ways treat it. Dr. Garza is a member of several professional organizations, including: American Association of Gynecological Laparoscopy, the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the American Medical Association. Dr. Garza participated in several social interest groups and professional activities during her training. * Scott and White Worth the Wait sexual education classes * Martha's Clinic, a student-run free clinic in Temple, TX * President of the ObGyn Interest Group * Past President, Women in Medicine * Participated in Stand Tall Against Tobacco In her free time, Dr. Garza enjoys spending time with her family, her friends and her dogs. Her hobbies and interests include: hot yoga, traveling, and outdoor activities such as running, sports and hiking.

Biography: Dr. Kelly Palmer, MD is an Obstetrics /amp Gynecology Specialist who practices in Austin, TX. She is 33 years old. Dr. Kelly Palmer, MD is affiliated with St. David's Medical Center.