About Practice

The Texas Urogynecology & Laser Surgery Center in El Paso, Texas, provides world-class medical care and minimally invasive surgery to women at all stages of life. The exceptional team of providers offers advanced, comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services for pelvic floor disorders, urinary problems, and gynecologic conditions. The Texas Urogynecology & Laser Surgery Center is committed to excellence, and to providing professional, high-quality service in a friendly atmosphere.

Richard Farnam, MD, one of the nation’s first board-certified specialists in urogynecology, leads the team at Texas Urogynecology & Laser Surgery Center. This specialized field of gynecology involves the diagnosis and management of bladder problems and incontinence, as well as pelvic floor support defects and prolapse.

The state-of-the-art medical center is equipped with multichannel urodynamic diagnostic equipment, so all testing is performed on site. A range of cutting-edge treatments is available, ensuring that all patients receive the highest level of medical care.

The Texas Urogynecology & Laser Surgery Center is the region’s premier center for minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Farnam is one of the nation’s leading experts in robotic gynecologic surgery. He has performed over 2,500 robotic surgeries and trains surgeons from all over the United States on advanced procedures.

Women from all over the state of Texas, as well as from out of state, trust the caring team at the Texas Urogynecology & Laser Surgery Center to provide excellent, patient-focused urogynecologic care. Whether treatment involves behavior modification, medication, or surgery, the goal of the team is to quickly and comfortably return women to their active daily lives and help restore their quality of life.

Dr. Farnam and Texas Urogynecology and Laser Surgery Center have been recognized and awarded 41 separate distinctions since 2008 according to American Registry. The awards include:

Vitals.com Patient’s Choice Award 12 Consecutive Years (2008-2019)
Texas Superdoctor Award 4 Consecutive Years (2015-2018)
Compassionate Doctor Award 11 Consecutive Years (2009-2019)
American’s Top Doctor Award (2015-2019)
American’s Most Honored Surgeons (top 1% US) (2017-2019)
On Time Physician Award 2019
Healthgrade’s Honor Roll

Dr. Farnam is an AAGL designated Center of Excellence Surgeon in Minimally Invasive Gynecology, and an SRC designated Center of Excellence Robotic Surgeon. Dr. Farnam is also a designated Epicenter surgeon for Robotic Urogynecology.

New patients are always welcome at the Texas Urogynecology & Laser Surgery Center. If you have questions, or you would like to schedule a consultation, contact the office or use the online scheduling tool to book an appointment.

Patricia Castro, AGACNP

Nurse Practitioner

Patricia Castro is nationally board certified as an Adult Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). She completed her Bachelor’s and Master’s in Science in Nursing at the University of Texas at El Paso in 2010 and 2019. She is a member if the American Nurses Association (ANA). During her nine years as a registered nurse she practiced is several of El Paso’s locals hospitals where she obtained experience in dialysis, pediatrics, cardiology, pulmonology, neurology, urology, gastroenterology, emergency care, step down units, and intensive care units. Before joining Texas Urogynecology she was part of the Covid 19 registered nurses serving the El Paso Community. She now serves the community in providing care for several urogynecology related conditions including: screening women with prolapse, urinary incontinence, recurrent urinary tract infections, menopause, endometriosis, infertility, fibroids, menstrual irregularities, vulvar and vaginal disorders, interstitial cystitis, routine gynecologic care, contraceptive management, and screening for those women who are candidates for surgery. Her goal is to provide meticulous yet compassionate care while treating patients as her own family. She is fluent in both English and Spanish. She balances her work with spending her time off with her husband and 3 children.

Specialties

Providing care for several urogynecology related conditions including: screening women with prolapse, urinary incontinence, recurrent urinary tract infections, menopause, endometriosis, infertility, fibroids, menstrual irregularities, vulvar and vaginal disorders, interstitial cystitis, routine gynecologic care, contraceptive management, and screening for those women who are candidates for surgery.