Dr. Arturo Garza-Cavazos, MD, FACOG

Media Releases

Get to know Obstetrician-Gynecologist Dr. Arturo Garza-Cavazos, who serves patients in Illinois.

Dr. Garza-Cavazos is an Illinois-based obstetrician-gynecologist with SIU Medicine, seeing patients out of the following locations: Women and Children’s Clinic (Springfield), St. Francis Hospital (Litchfield), SIU OB-GYN at HSHS St. John’s Health Center, HSHS St. John’s Hospital, and Springfield Memorial Hospital.

His specialties include obstetrical care of the low and high risk patient, minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, surgical education, and office gynecology. 

Graduating with his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Baylor University in 2000, Dr. Garza-Cavazos went on to earn his medical degree from the Boston University School of Medicine in 2006. 

Furthering his training, he performed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Jackson Memorial Hospital in 2010. He then completed his fellowship in minimally invasive gynecological surgery within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at SIU School of Medicine in 2012.

A Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (FACOG), the doctor 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. 

Among his other roles at SIU School of Medicine, Dr. Garza-Cavazos serves as an Assistant Director of Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery and as an Associate Professor.

His research interests include pelvic pain and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery.

Obstetrics and Gynecology is the medical specialty that encompasses the two subspecialties. An obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, is a healthcare professional who specializes in female reproductive health.

On a more personal note, Dr. Garza-Cavazos is fluent in English and Spanish.

Recommended Articles

• Recovery from a Gastric Bypass Surgery

  Gastric bypass surgery can provide a long-term weight loss. For most people, they lose about 10 to 20 pounds each month within the first year after surgery. Over time, the weight loss continues. More weight is expected to be lost when the patient seriously commits to the diet and exercise since the...

• How to Get Rid of Smegma?

  What is Smegma?In uncircumcised males, smegma is a sebaceous matter made up of oil and dead skin cells, which accumulates under the foreskin. In females, it accumulates around the folds of the labia. It is not a serious condition and not a sexually transmitted infection. However, a smegma buildup...

• Birth Control Methods for Women

  Here is an eye opening statistic. Approximately 85% of women who are sexually active and do not use contraception, will get pregnant in the first year.  Despite the myths, yes, women can get pregnant about 10 days of giving birth, while breast feeding and during menstruation. If getting pregnant...

• Can Ovarian Cancer Affect Women of All Ages?

  Ovarian cancer is the most common type of cancer (besides breast cancer) among the female population. Sometimes, ovarian cancer comes together with many other diseases, such as endometriosis, polycystic ovarian syndrome, irregular periods, and after hormone replacement therapies.This disease is most...

• Do I Have an Increased Risk of Developing Ovarian Cancer if I Have Endometriosis?

  What is endometriosis?Endometriosis is a painful disease that affects the tissues lining the inner side of the uterus, which is called endometrium. The tissue is formed outside of the uterus and causes pelvic pain. Endometriosis is a common benign disorder that affects about 10% to 15% women in...

• What Are the Different Stages of Syphilis?

  Syphilis is a bacterial disease that is dangerous if not diagnosed early and treated. It is an infectious disease that spreads through sexual contact. It has 4 major stages but not all people go through these 4 stages. Still, it is important to get proper treatment.  Syphilis has 4 stages in its...