Dr. Christopher McGuirk, MD

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Get to know Obstetrician-Gynecologist Dr. Christopher McGuirk, who serves patients in Houston, Texas.

Dr. McGuirk is a leading obstetrician-gynecologist who provides state-of-the-art, patient-centered care for women of all ages. He can be found on staff at Northwest Women’s Center in Houston, Texas.

Northwest Women’s Center is a leading obstetrics and gynecology practice, providing women of all ages with advanced care for all their health needs, from simple exams to complex treatments and ongoing management of chronic conditions. The practice offers a comprehensive array of treatment options, including state-of-the-art treatment of uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, HPV infection, endometriosis, abdominal pain and pelvic pain, incontinence, vaginal dryness and vaginal discharge, menopause, PCOS and osteoporosis, as well as complete pregnancy care, STD testing, and birth control options. As a trusted Houston-area gynecologist practice, Northwest Women’s Center provides top-ranked minimally-invasive diagnostic and treatment procedures, including laparoscopic hysterectomy, colposcopy, and ultrasound services.

After earning his undergraduate degree in biochemistry at The University of Texas at Austin, Dr. McGuirk completed his medical degree at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas in 1999. This was followed by a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at The University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. 

A Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the doctor is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, which is a non-profit organization that provides board certification for practicing obstetricians and gynecologists in the United States and Canada. He is also a member of the Texas Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the Texas Medical Association, and the Harris County Medical Society.

He has been the recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout his extensive career, including the Patients’ Choice Award (2008, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016), Patients’ Choice 5th Anniversary Award (2016), and Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016). 

Obstetrics and Gynecology is the medical specialty that encompasses the two subspecialties of obstetrics (covering pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period) and gynecology (covering the health of the female reproductive system – vagina, uterus, ovaries, and breasts). An obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, is a healthcare professional who specializes in female reproductive health. 

In his free time, Dr. McGuirk enjoys spending time with his wife, kids, and dogs. His hobbies include traveling, exercising, gardening, and cooking.

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