Dr. John Crochet

Larry I. Lipshultz, M.D., is Professor of Urology and Chief of the Scott Department of Urology’s Division of Male Reproductive Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Lipshultz, who holds the Smith Chair in Reproductive Medicine, is a well-known authority on abnormalities of male reproduction, erectile dysfunction, and male hormone production. He received his medical training at the University of Pennsylvania and received fellowship training at the University of Texas at Houston as the first AUA research scholar. Recognized as a leading expert on men’s health, Dr. Lipshultz is a highly respected author and editor, as well as lecturer. Teacher as well as physician, researcher, writer, and editor, Dr. Lipshultz instituted a fellowship training program in male reproductive medicine and surgery that has trained more than 80 physicians who are now in practice both here and abroad. Dr. Lipshultz is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Peyronie Disease, Hypogonadism, Infertility, Vasectomy, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

Vicki L. Schnell, M.D., FACOG, is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN) as well as reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI). She received her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine. It was during this time that Dr. Schnell worked in REI clinical research, exploring the early stages of in vitro fertilization (IVF). Her research experience inspired Dr. Schnell to dedicate her career to REI patients and their medical care. Dr. Schnell remained at Baylor University to complete her residency in OB/GYN. Dr. Schnell furthered her training by completing her fellowship in REI at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. In 1994, Dr. Schnell founded the Center of Reproductive Medicine (CORM), soon to become Shady Grove Fertility Houston, that has supported the family-building goals of more than 20,000 patients. In addition to providing patient care, Dr. Schnell works as an Associate Clinical Professor at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston Branch. Dr. Schnell is goal-focused and dedicated to helping patients achieve a successful pregnancy. She supports patients throughout their journey by providing compassionate fertility care paired with the latest research in reproductive medicine. Dr. Schnell is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), and the Texas Medical Association. She has published abstracts and papers on topics including in vitro fertilization, ovarian stimulation, and endometriosis. Dr. Schnell currently provides patient care at the Clear Lake, Houston, and Beaumont offices. In her spare time, Dr. Schnell enjoys being out in nature with friends, taking cooking classes with her husband, and spending time with her family and two rescue dogs. Dr. Schnell is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Infertility, Asherman Syndrome, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and Painful Menstrual Periods.

William Gibbons is a Reproductive Medicine provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Gibbons is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Infertility, Ovarian Cysts, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome.