Dr. Allison A. Urrutia, MD
OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist)
1007 E 41st St Austin TX, 78751About
Allison A. Urrutia, MD, is a top obstetrician and gynecologist who lends her skills and expertise to serve patients at Gynics Associates in Austin, Texas. She additionally serves as a liaison for Austin Area Birth Center working to promote healthy pregnancies and deliveries. Dr. Urrutia’s clinical expertise in obstetrics includes both routine and high-risk pregnancy care. As a gynecologist, she specializes in areas such as preconceptual counseling, contraceptive management, infertility evaluation and treatment, treatment of abnormal pap smears, menstrual problems, menopause, and hormone replacement therapy.
Education and Training
Northeastern Ohio Medical University Medical Degree 2007
Board Certification
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG)
Provider Details
Dr. Allison A. Urrutia, MD's Expert Contributions
Is heavy regular discharge, bloating, and frequent urination a sign I could be pregnant?
With your symptoms, I would be concerned for an STD. I recommend an appointment with your doctor. READ MORE
Am I pregnant?
While nexplanon has a low failure rate (0.2%), it is not perfect. If you are experiencing these symptoms I recommend to take a pregnancy test. READ MORE
Can I have a healthy baby at 35 weeks?
While 37 weeks is considered full term, many babies born at 35 weeks are healthy. Before 37 weeks, some babies may have issues with transitioning from the womb. This may require assistance with breathing. If this happens, it is typically short lived. READ MORE
Is this normal on the depo shot?
Yes. It is normal to have irregular bleeding during the first 3 injections or the first 9 months. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Chief of Obstetrics and Gynecology St. David’s Medical Center -
Awards
- Texas Top Doctors 2021 in Obstetrics and Gynecology Year
Professional Memberships
- Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
- Texas Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
- Texas Medical Association
- Travis County Medical Society
Professional Society Memberships
- Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, Texas Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Texas Medical Association, Travis County Medical Society
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Get to know Obstetrician-Gynecologist Dr. Allison A. Urrutia, who serves patients in Austin, Texas.
With a focus on minimally invasive surgery, Dr. Urrutia is a trusted obstetrician-gynecologist at Gynics Associates in Austin, Texas. She is committed to building a trusting relationship through each office visit. By creating a warm and inviting atmosphere, her patients feel at home.
As a liaison for Austin Area Birth Center, she works together to promote healthy pregnancies and deliveries. Her gynecologic expertise includes preconceptual counseling, contraceptive management, infertility evaluation and treatment, treatment of abnormal pap smears, menstrual problems, menopause, and hormone replacement therapy. Her obstetric practice includes expertise in both routine and high risk pregnancy care.
As the eighth of twelve children, Dr. Urrutia’s interest in obstetrics began at a young age. She was born in Ohio and relocated to Austin upon completion of medical school at Northeastern Ohio Medical University in 2007. She then completed her training in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Austin in 2011. While in training, she began her family with the birth of her two children, Emma and Oliver.
Recognized as one of the Texas Top Doctors 2021 in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Urrutia provides personalized obstetrical and gynecological care for patients of all ages. She is an advocate for preventative care for women throughout their lives, including annual well woman exams and women’s healthcare screening. She has served as the Chief of Obstetrics and Gynecology at St. David’s Medical Center from 2017-2019 and 2021-present.
Certified in da Vinci robotic surgery and single incision laparoscopic surgery, she is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG). The mission of the ABOG is to define standards, certify obstetricians and gynecologists, and facilitate continuous learning to advance knowledge, practice, and professionalism in women’s health.
A Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Dr. Urrutia is an active member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, the Texas Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the Texas Medical Association, and the Travis County Medical Society.
Obstetrics and Gynecology is the medical specialty that encompasses the two subspecialties of obstetrics and gynecology. An obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, is a healthcare professional who specializes in female reproductive health.
On a more personal note, Dr. Urrutia speaks both English and Spanish.
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