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Biography: Lilliam Clinger, M.D. is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist with Women's Specialists of Clear Lake in Webster, Texas. Dr. Clinger earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from University of New Mexico. She then went on to the University of New Mexico School of Medicine where she received her Doctorate of Medicine. Dr. Clinger completed her training with a residency at Riverside Regional Medical Center in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Clinger patient care approach is centered around respect and active listening so that she is able to provide or advocate for just and holistic care for her patients. She chose to go into ObGyn because she values establishing relationships with patients through continuity of care. As a female, she can relate to many experiences that some may live in addition to empathizing to those experiences that she may never live or have not lived yet. Dr. Clinger was born and raised in an underdeveloped nation, so she is able to understand not only the economic impact on health but also the cultural influence. She is able to communicate as a native Spanish speaker which helps empower individuals regarding the decisions they make for their bodies.When not practicing medicine, Dr. Clinger enjoys spending time with her spouse, family, and friends. She loves outdoor activities especially with her dogs. Traveling is her favorite hobby as it is humbling knowing how unique life can be for individuals given differences not only in language, culture, and history but also in their food and values.Dr. Clinger looks forward to being a part of your trusted healthcare team.

Biography: Dr. Melanie Levy-Meeks is an Obstetrics and Gynecology specialist. She earned her Bachelor of Science in public health from The University of Texas at Austin in 2013. She earned her Doctor of Medicine at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston in 2017, where she was a Physician Healer Track Scholar. She also completed her Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston in 2021. Dr. Levy-Meeks joined Kelsey-Seybold in September 2021.

Biography: This physician is accepting telehealth visits. Latasha Steele, M.D. is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr Steele practices at Bella Obstetrics and Gynecology. She delivers infants and performs surgeries at The Woman's Hospital of Texas.Dr. Steele grew up in a small town in Oklahoma and became a highly touted track and field high school athlete. While earning a coveted track scholarship to the University of Notre Dame, she received honorary distinctions as a scholar-athlete & monogram award winner. She then graduated with a degree in psychology and pre-professional studies.Dr. Steele received her 2009 medical degree from the University of Kansas. She became interested in obstetrics while working in a birth center community health project and helped coordinate health supply drives for low-income women.In 2013, Dr. Steele completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Texas at Houston, where she graciously served as Administrative Chief Resident.She is a member of the North American Society of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology (NASPAG).Dr. Steele and her husband, a retired Captain in the United States Army, have made Houston their permanent home.Dr. Steele is very passionate about women's health care and she strives to maintain long-term relationships with all of her patients.Dr. Steele is most interested in preventative obstetric and gynecologic medicine, adolescent gynecology, minimally invasive surgery, and health-related fitness.Dr. Steele is also interested in being a leader for women's health care on both the national level and in her community, as this has been reflected in her serving in a multitude of committees and high leadership positions over the past several years. In her spare time, Dr. Steele loves traveling, reading, boating, cycling, and spending time with her family.

Biography: Dr. Cathey is a Urogynecologist and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgeon at the Women's Pelvic Health and Continence Center. Urogynecology, a subspecialty within Obstetrics and Gynecology, is dedicated to the treatment of women with pelvic floor disorders such as incontinence and prolapse. Urinary incontinence, leakage of urine, is a very common condition affecting women. Prolapse simply means a bulging or pressure sensation in the vaginal area caused by displaced or falling female organs such as the bladder, uterus, vagina or rectum. Prolapse and incontinence frequently occur together. These are not a normal part of a woman's aging. Non-surgical and surgical treatment is available for patients with these uncomfortable symptoms. After completing her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Cathey underwent fellowship training where she spent several years focusing on the treatment of female gynecological disorders. She first completed a Fellowship in Advanced Gynecological Endoscopy focusing on minimally invasive surgical techniques such as laparoscopy and hysteroscopy. This was followed by a Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery fellowship, where she concentrated on treatment of pelvic floor disorders. She currently participates in training other gynecologists in these areas.

Care Philosophy: A Board-certified urogynecologist is not a replacement for your primary or OB/GYN physician, but rather a trusted medical expert who will diagnose and treat certain pelvic conditions. Dr. Peter Lotze works with primary and OB/GYN physicians to ensure t