OpenHysterectomy near Webster, TX

Care Philosophy: Dr. Alrais strives to treat every patient like a family. She enjoys women's services because it allows her to follow patients throughout the different stages of their lives. Dr. Alrais' patient care approach is to listen tentatively to her patients, break down barriers, normalize their situation, and help them feel comfortable to help them go through their illness.

Biography: Webster, Texas. Dr. Stafflinger grew up in Richmond, Virginia but has called Houston home for the last several years. She graduated from The University of Virginia with a double major in biology and German language. Dr. Stafflinger spent time in research before enrolling in Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine where she earned her Doctorate of Medicine. Following medical school, she moved to Texas to complete her training in obstetrics and gynecology at Houston Methodist Hospital. Dr. Stafflinger originally became interested in her wonderfully unique field as it provides the opportunity to provide care for women from their teenage years all the way through late adulthood. She believes it is such a privilege to care for women in the special journey of pregnancy, guiding them from the first ultrasound through delivery. She also has a passion for gynecologic surgery, in order to help women to feel their best no matter their age.When not treating patients, Dr. Stafflinger enjoys spending time with her husband, two young daughters, and mini dachshund. She also enjoys yoga, pilates, cooking, and gardening.Dr. Stafflinger welcomes new patients and referrals. When appropriate, the practice does offer telehealth visits.

Biography: Dr. Melanie Levy-Meeks is an Obstetrics and Gynecology specialist. She earned her Bachelor of Science in public health from The University of Texas at Austin in 2013. She earned her Doctor of Medicine at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston in 2017, where she was a Physician Healer Track Scholar. She also completed her Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston in 2021. Dr. Levy-Meeks joined Kelsey-Seybold in September 2021.

Care Philosophy: I strive to provide high quality health care to women, especially during some of the most important moments in their lives. I hope to empower and educate my patients in all aspects of their health. OMC prides itself on being a leading innovator in, and advocate for, women's health and wellness. The practice began in 1962. Its founders were affiliated with Methodist Hospital and St Luke's, and most shared a common foundation of training at the esteemed Baylor College of Medicine. At that time, the medical center of Houston was focused on building its reputation as the premier US cardiovascular center (think Michael DeBakey and Denton Cooley). OB/GYN was not a priority focus of the hospital, and OMC founders set out to change that. Their dream of creating a center devoted to women and the fostering of the family unit was soon realized. They banded together with a handful of other like minded OB/GYN doctors, and personally borrowed the money to build The Woman's Hospital of Texas (TWH) the first facility in Texas dedicated to the health of women and newborns. Still today, TWH is the state's premier facility dedicated to the health of women and children, offering expertise and an outstanding level of care in breast health, imaging, gynecology, urogynecology, The physician group of OMC today continues the founding physicians' legacy of advancements in women's gynecological health and obstetrics. Due to inter-operability of technology, we are able to connect with the patient in different ways throughout the journey of their pregnancy than ever before. We are pioneering remote monitoring of OB patients through a partnership with Babyscripts, and have just launched a new wellness initiative with Iron Health and March of Dimes. We have built an in-house hormone lab, an imaging facility specializing in women's imaging, and are participants in ongoing joint clinical obgyn research projects for the benefit of our patients. Research partners include Javara and MD Anderson. Our mission to improve the lives of women drives everything we do. OMC delivers over 1600 babies a year. We strive to provide a very personal healthcare experience for our patients, and as a result, have the unique privilege of providing multigenerational care for our patient families.

Biography: 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.