10701 Vintage Preserve Parkway,
Houston,
TX
77070
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About the Provider
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Education & Board Certification
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Professional Associations
Laura Van Buskirk, MD is an obstetrician-gynecologist dedicated to providing comprehensive women's healthcare through every stage of life. She earned her Doctor of Medicine from McGovern Medical School at UTHealth and completed her residency in Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at McGovern Medical School, graduating in 2026. Dr. Van Buskirk also earned a Bachelor of Science and Arts in Biology from The University of Texas at Austin, where she completed a minor in Spanish.
Dr. Van Buskirk is passionate about women's health and was drawn to medicine because of the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients while supporting them through important life events and healthcare decisions. Her clinical interests include preventive gynecologic care, pregnancy and postpartum care, family planning, minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, reproductive health, and cervical cancer prevention. She treats adolescent and adult patients and cares for a wide range of conditions affecting women's reproductive and overall health. As a qualified bilingual provider, Dr. Van Buskirk speaks both English and Spanish. She values patient education, open communication, and shared decision-making, working collaboratively with patients to develop individualized care plans that support their health goals.
Philosophy of Care
Dr. Van Buskirk believes that exceptional healthcare begins with trust, communication, and compassion. She is committed to providing evidence-based, patient-centered care while ensuring patients feel heard, respected, and empowered to participate in decisions about their health. Her goal is to create a supportive environment where patients can comfortably discuss their concerns and receive personalized care tailored to their unique needs and goals.
Awards & Publications
Publications
- HPV Vaccination Among HIV-Positive Patients in the Harris Health System. Presented at OB/GYN Resident Research Day (2025).
- COVID-19 Vaccination Status Among Postpartum Patients. Research project under the supervision of Irene Stafford, MD (2021).
- Surgical Treatment of Tubal Ectopic Pregnancy: 30-Day Perioperative Outcome. Research project under the supervision of Randa Jalloul, MD (2021).
- Review on Obstetric Triage Visits and ACOG Practice Bulletins. Research project under the supervision of Jessica Kim, MD (2021).
Hobbies & Interests
Medical School
- McGovern Medical School at UTHealth, Doctor of Medicine (2022)
Internship/Residency
- McGovern Medical School at UTHealth, Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences Residency (2026)
