Gynics Blog
Congratulations Dr. Allison Urrutia, Texas Top Doctor 2021
Congratulations to Dr. Allison Urrutia for be selected as one of Texas Top Doctors for 2021 in Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is humbled to be awarded this honor. Dr. Urrutia has a continued commitment to her patients and providing comprehensive care.
Austin Public Health Update on Quarantine Guidelines
The Travis County Medical Society in accordance with Austin Public Health has updated the guidelines on quarantine duration. Please refer to the image below.
COVID-19 Vaccination in Pregnancy and Lactation
The American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology and recently released statement regarding COVID-19 Vaccination use in pregnancy and lactation. In summary, pregnant and lactating women who are at high risk of contracting the virus, should be offered the vaccine. The vaccine is a mRNA, non live vaccine and does not interfere with genetics. The vaccine [Read more…]
Updated COVID 19 Information from St. David’s Medical Center
Given the recent rise in COVID19 cases in Austin, St. David’s Medical Center Women’s Services has updated the policies and procedures. Below is information regarding protocols for our pregnant patients. Please review at your convenience. We will continue to keep you updated with the latest guidelines from the hospital and CDC. Maternity Information Pregancy Delivery [Read more…]
Updates Regarding COVID-19 Screening
As we move out of Shelter in Place restrictions and re-opening of business, new screening protocols have been put in place by the CDC and Texas Medical Association. Our office will comply with the screening guidelines. Please make note of these guidelines outlined below: At St. David’s Medical Center: All patients scheduled for operative procedure, [Read more…]
Virtual Tour of St. David’s Medical Center Maternity Services
Are you expecting? Would you like a tour of St. David’s Medical Center? We know it may be difficult at times to tour the hospital before your big day given the current COVID-19 Pandemic. We have made a brief virtual tour to assist you. Click on the link here to take a virtual tour or [Read more…]
St. David’s Medical Center Update for Pregnant Patients
PROTOCOL FOR ENTERING HOSPITAL IN EVENING Hours of 8PM – 6AM There has been a new protocol placed for entering the hospital in the evening due to COVID-19. DO NOT ENTER THROUGH ER You will need to enter through the main entrance, call 512-544-4121 to Labor and Delivery and let them know you are there, [Read more…]
COVID-19 Gynics Associates Update
To Our Gynics Patients: Gynics Associates is committed to the health and safety of our patients, families, visitors and team members. We are closely monitoring the developing COVID-19 situation. As the spread of COVID-19 continues to be a growing concern, we are taking extra precautions to protect our staff and clients such as disinfecting all [Read more…]
COVID-19 Update from Travis County Medical Society
To assist members with this evolving public health emergency, Travis County Medical Society is updating its Coronavirus Resources page as new information is received from public health authorities. The following critical advice, released yesterday by Austin Public Health, has been added. Please note the new specified control measures, which impact hospitals, doctors’ offices, clinics, and [Read more…]
Farewell Dr. Robert Crumb
After 16 years serving the Austin community, in January 2020 Dr. Robert Crumb is relocating to New Zealand. He has accepted an academic faculty appointment with the University of Otago in Dunedin. He has enjoyed the privilege to care for many wonderful patients and he will treasure the memories he has made. We appreciate his [Read more…]