Summary

Laura M. Goetzl, MD, MPH, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained maternal-fetal medicine specialist whose practice is primarily centered around prenatal diagnosis through ultrasound, amniocentesis, and chorionic villus sampling. She also cares for women with complicated pregnancies, such as women with diabetes or autoimmune conditions. Goetzl’s care model focuses on patient autonomy and informed decision-making. 
She’s a professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. 
Goetzl received her medical degree from the University of California, San Francisco, followed by her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Brigham & Women’s Hospital and her Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. She is heavily involved in research into the effects of infection and medications/drugs on the developing fetal brain. One of her current grants focuses on the impact of marijuana during pregnancy on the structure of the fetal brain and on neurodevelopmental outcomes at age 2.  
Outside of work, she enjoys cooking, traveling, and time with her family.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 1
  • 33 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Brigham & Womens Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Dr. Laura M. Goetzl

6410 Fannin St Ste 360Houston, TX 77030
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Maternal & Fetal MedicinePediatricsNeonatologyNurse Practitioner
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33 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Korean, English
Houston , TXAbilene , TXHouston , TXWebster , TX
Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: Seth G S Medical College Med School: University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And Surgery
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Laura M. Goetzl

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Laura M. Goetzl has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Laura M. Goetzl has the following 4 areas of expertise

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  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine
  • Menopause
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Brigham & Womens Hospital

Medical School

University Of California San Francisco School Of MedicineGraduated in 1993

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Laura Goetzl affiliated with?
Dr. Laura Goetzl is affiliated with Temple University Hospital.
Does Dr. Laura Goetzl accept my insurance?
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What languages does Dr. Laura Goetzl speak?
Dr. Laura Goetzl speaks English.
Where is Dr. Laura Goetzl's office located?
Dr. Laura Goetzl's office is located at 6410 Fannin St Ste 360, Houston, TX, 77030.

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