- Medical Weight Loss
- ImmunizationsOther screenings are available, including testing for sexually-transmitted diseases. You may also receive certain immunizations, depending on your specific health needs.
- GynecologyThe word gynecology refers to the science of women, and at Austin Springs Women's Health in Austin, Texas, MD, Martha Schmitz, MD, and Barbara Howard, WHNP-BC, are highly experienced in the many unique stages of a woman’s life. They are committed to providing the highest quality gynecology care using the latest sciences and technologies available. From performing routine exams to treating complex issues like endometriosis and abnormal bleeding, you get the peace of mind that your reproductive health is the team’s first priority. Book a consultation online or by phone to learn more about available gynecology services.
- Female Infertility
- ObstetricsMartha Schmitz, MD, is a board-certified gynecologist and obstetrician at Austin Springs Women's Health. She has been serving patients in the Austin, Texas, area since 1994. Dr. Schmitz earned her undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University. She received her medical degree at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston before completing her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the State University of New York Upstate Medical University in Syracuse.
- EndometriosisIn most patients, Austin Springs Women's Health begins by addressing issues like scar tissue, fibroids, or endometriosis, usually with minimally invasive procedures or medications designed to regulate and promote ovulation.
- Pelvic PainThe surgical removal of the uterus treats conditions like chronic pelvic pain, abnormal uterine bleeding, uterine fibroids, or gynecological cancer.
- Pregnancy
- UltrasoundThe team at Austin Springs Women's Health guides patients through pre-pregnancy counseling and in-office ultrasound. In addition, the team offers infertility assessments and treatments for women who are struggling to get pregnant.
- Minimally Invasive SurgeryAustin Springs Women's Health offers treatments for conditions like vulvodynia and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). If you suffer from endometriosis, the team advises patients on all their options of treatment, from medication to minimally invasive surgery.
- Robotic SurgeryMore than 3 million people worldwide have reaped the benefits of robotic surgery with the da Vinci® Surgical System. At Austin Springs Women's Health in Austin, Texas, MD, Martha Schmitz, MD, and Barbara Howard, WHNP-BC, offer minimally invasive procedures to treat a number of conditions, so you stay more comfortable than with conventional surgical techniques. The da Vinci system also gives your surgeon more precise control in surgery, so you get a better outcome. Schedule a consultation online or by phone to learn more.
- HysterectomyA myomectomy is the surgical removal of uterine fibroids. The difference between this and a hysterectomy, both of which treat uterine fibroids, is that a myomectomy allows women to maintain their fertility.
- Endometrial AblationGynecology services include annual wellness visits, birth control, menopause support, bioidentical hormone replacement, and robotic surgeries. Advances in technology mean many procedures, such as endometrial ablation, endometrial biopsy, colposcopy, LEEP procedures, hysteroscopy and labiaplasty can be performed right in the comfortable office setting and we have an office sedation protocol tallored to your individual needs. Our goal is for you to have a stress-free healthcare experience.
- Laparoscopic SurgeryThey can use a minimally invasive surgical technique, or a traditional open surgery, based on your specific medical needs. Laparoscopic surgery is a popular choice due to its minimal risk of scarring and faster recovery time than traditional surgery.