Emma Carroll, MD

Kelsey-Seybold Medical Group Provider
PointerLanguage(s): English
11284 Westheimer Road,
Houston,
TX
77042
Joined Kelsey-Seybold: August 2019
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"I believe the highest quality care is accomplished when working together with the patient as a team. I do my best to make my patients feel comfortable and to establish patient relationships built around trust and open communication so I can help to address healthcare concerns together with my patients. I'm an advocate for women's health, not only for each individual but also for their entire families and society at large."
My Biography
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Professional Background
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Professional Associations
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Hobbies and Interests
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Awards & Publications
Dr. Emma Carroll earned her undergraduate degree in 2010 at The University of Texas at Austin where she received a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology with a concentration in the social aspects of health and disease. She then completed her medical degree in 2015 at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Between 2008 and 2015, she participated in various medical and volunteer programs in Honduras, Ghana, Nicaragua, and Houston. She completed the Houston Methodist Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program in 2019 and served as the chief resident in her final year. Dr. Carroll joined Kelsey-Seybold in 2019 after completing her residency. She is certified in da Vinci® robotic surgery.
Dr. Carroll is a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the Texas Medical Association, and the Harris County Medical Society.
Dr. Carroll enjoys spending time with her two children and cooking healthy recipes.
Fun Facts
The most exotic or interesting place Dr. Carroll has lived is Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, when she was in elementary school. Something many people may not know about her is she was born in Glasgow, Scotland. Even as a child, she knew she wanted to be a doctor. She loved science and learning about the human body and knew she wanted to make a difference in people’s lives. Dr. Carroll’s one guilty pleasure is watching reality television.
Awards
- The Dr. Benton Baker III Leadership Award, 2019
- The Joseph A. Lucci Chief of the Year Award, 2019
- Best Resident in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Award 2018 – 2019, a Texas Medical Center competition
- First place award in the 2019 “On Being a Doctor” Creative Writing Competition for her submission “On Being A Mother and Obstetrician”
- Best Teacher of Medical Students, Class of 2019, PGY-1
- Baylor College of Medicine Awards:
- AOA Nominee
- Recipient of Baylor College of Medicine Center for Globalization Grant
- 1st place in the Go Viral to Improve Health: Institute of Medicine & National Academy of Engineering Health Challenge,
- Recipient of the J K Alexander Travel Scholarship
- University of Texas at Austin:
- Phi Beta Kappa,
- University of Texas College Scholar Award
Publications
Carrol,l E.; Santos, X.; Bercaw-Pratt, J.; Sangi-Haghpeykar, H.; Dietrich, J. “Operative Time of Pediatric Ovarian Cystectomies According to Cyst Size”. Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology. April 2015, 28 (2) e52-e53
Presentations
- Carroll, E. “Breastfeeding: An Overview for OB/GYNs” Grand Rounds. The Houston Methodist Hospital. Houston, TX, December 2017.
- Carroll, E. Case Presentation. Kaplan Lecture Case Series. The Houston Methodist Hospital. Houston, TX, September 2016.
- Carroll, E. “Pain Management in Labor” Grand Rounds. The Houston Methodist Hospital. Houston, TX, July 2016.
- Carroll, E. “HIV in Women”. Grand Rounds. The Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston. TX, August 2015.
- Carroll, E; Santos, X; Bercaw-Pratt, J.; Sangi-Haghpeykar, H.; Dietrich J. “Operative Time of Pediatric Ovarian Cystectomies According to Cyst Size”. Abstract Poster Presentation at The 2015 Edmond T. Gonzales, Jr. Surgical Research Day. Texas Children’s Hospital, Houston, TX, May 2015.
- Carroll, E,; Santos, X.; Bercaw-Pratt, J.; Sangi-Haghpeykar, H.; Dietrich, J. “Operative Time of Pediatric Ovarian Cystectomies According to Cyst Size”. Abstract Poster Presentation at the North American Society of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology Annual Conference, Orlando FL, April 2015.
- Carroll, E.; Santos, X.; Bercaw-Pratt, J.; Sangi-Haghpeykar, H.; Dietrich J. “Operative Time of Pediatric Ovarian Cystectomies According to Cyst Size”. Abstract Poster Presentation at J K Alexander Medial Student Research Symposium, Baylor College of Medicine, March 2015.
- Byrne, R.; Carroll, E.; Rider, A. “Utility of Peripheral Eosinophilia as a Means to Screen for Intestinal Parasitic Disease in Honduran Population”. Poster presentation at Baylor Global Health Symposium, Baylor College of Medicine, January 2015.
- Cromer, S.; Rider, A.; Byrne, R.; Carroll, E; “Houston Shoulder to Shoulder Foundation in Santa Ana, Honduras: A multifaceted approach to rural global health” Poster presentation at Baylor Global Health Symposium, Baylor College of Medicine, January 2015
- Zaidi, H.; Kennedy, E.; Kame,l P.; Ren, R.; Corbett, E. “Using Social Media and Technology to Spread Awareness, Educate Patients, and Increase Vaccine Compliance” Abstract Poster Presentation at J K Alexander Medial Student Research Symposium, Baylor College of Medicine, March 2013.
- Zaidi, H.; Kennedy, E.; Kamel, P.; Ren, R.; Corbett, E. “Using Social Media and Technology to Spread Awareness, Educate Patients, and Increase Vaccine Compliance” Abstract Poster Presentation at American Public Health Association 140th Annual Meeting, October 2012.
- Corbett, E.; Kamel, P.; Ren, R.; Zaidi, H. Institute of Medicine and National Academy of Engineering “Go Viral to Improve Health” 1st Place Award and Special Presentation. The Health Data Initiative Forum III, June 2012.
- Corbett, E. and Zaidi, H. “Using Technology and Social Media to Increase Vaccine Compliance, Educate Patients, and Dispel Misinformation” Abstract Poster Presentation at 4th Annual Baylor Teen Health Clinic Technology Conference, June 2012.
Accepted Insurance
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AmeriBen TPA
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Cigna Plans
Cigna
- Choice Fund PPO
- Choice Fund Open Access Plus (OAP)
- Cigna EPO
- Cigna HMO
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- Cigna KelseyCare
- Cigna HMO Open Access (OA)
- Cigna HMO Open Access Plus (OAP)
- Cigna POS
- Cigna PPO
- Cigna Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP)
- Cigna Surefit
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- LocalPlus
- LocalPlus IN
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Blue Cross Blue Shield Plans
Blue Cross Blue Shield
The specific BCBSTX PPO and HMO plans in which Kelsey-Seybold participates are:
- Anthem BCBS PPO
- Blue Access Choice PPO
- Blue Access PPO
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Essentials HMO Click here to learn more about selecting a Kelsey Primary Care Physician
- Blue Choice PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program (Basic and Standard Option)
- Health Select of Texas - ERS Click here to learn more about selecting a Kelsey Primary Care Physician
- TRS-ActiveCare Primary Click here to learn more about selecting a Kelsey Primary Care Physician
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- TRS-ActiveCare HD
- TRS-ActiveCare 2
- UT Select
Kelsey-Seybold will not participate in the following BCBSTX plans: Blue Premier, Blue High-Performance network, Marketplace plans: My Blue Health, and Blue Advantage HMO, or any BCBSTX Medicare products. View FAQ (pdf)
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Humana Plans
Humana
Non-Medicare Advantage
- Humana PPO
- Humana Preferred PPO
- Humana Preferred POS (Open Access)
- Humana ChoiceCare PPO
- Humana National POS Open Access
Medicare Advantage
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Aetna Plans
KelseyCare Aetna
Aetna PPO, POS, and EPO Plans
Kelsey-Seybold Clinic is an in-network provider for most Aetna PPO, POS, and EPO plans*, including:
- Aetna Select
- Open Access Select
- Elect Choice
- Aetna Open Access Elect Choice
- Aetna Choice POS II
- Managed Choice
- Open Choice PPO
Aetna CVS Health Marketplace Plans
Effective January 1, 2023
- Bronze S
- Silver 1
- Silver 2
- Silver 3
- Silver 4
- Silver S
- Gold
- Gold S
*All Houston area Aetna CVS Health plans are accepted at Kelsey-Seybold Clinic*
*Kelsey-Seybold does not participate in any commercial Aetna HMO and HNO plans, including Aetna QPOS.
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UnitedHealthcare Plans
UnitedHealthcare (UHC)
- UnitedHealthcare Charter
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- UnitedHealthcare Choice
- UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus
- UnitedHealthcare Core
- UnitedHealthcare Core Plus
- UnitedHealthcare Navigate
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- UnitedHealthcare Navigate Plus
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- UnitedHealthcare NexusACO-R
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- UnitedHealthcare NexusACO (OAP and OA)
- UnitedHealthcare Options PPO
- UnitedHealthcare Select
- UnitedHealthcare Select Plus
- UnitedHealthcare Charter
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Kelsey Plans
Kelsey Plan
When you select a Kelsey Plan, you’re choosing the doctors at Kelsey-Seybold Clinic to deliver and coordinate your care. Learn more here.
KelseyCare Advantage
KelseyCare Aetna
Kelsey-Seybold does not participate in Aetna HMO and HNO plans, including Aetna QPOS.
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KelseyCare Humana
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Other Plans
Allied Benefit Systems/NGBS
Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB)
- APWU Health Plan Nationwide – CDHP with UnitedHealthcare PPO
- APWU Health Plan Nationwide – High Option with Cigna PPO
- GEHA Benefit Plan Nationwide – High & Standard Options with UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus
- NALC Nationwide with Cigna OAP
- NALC Value Option Nationwide with Cigna OAP
- SAMBA Nationwide – High & Standard with Cigna OAP
- Blue Cross Blue Shield – Standard Option
- Blue Cross Blue Shield – Basic Option
Great West Healthcare (also known as Cigna-GWH)
- POS
- PPO
- Open Access
HealthSmart PPO
Medicare
Kelsey-Seybold Clinic accepts the following Medicare Advantage Plans: KelseyCare Advantage, Aetna Medicare Advantage, WellCare TexanPlus, Humana Medicare and select UnitedHealthcare plans. Effective January 1, 2009, Kelsey-Seybold Clinic does not accept patients with traditional Medicare.
MultiPlan PPO
Private Healthcare Systems PPO (PHCS)
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Medicare Advantage Plans