Dr. Lydia Kao, MD

Dr. Lydia Kao, MD

OB-GYN
1213 Hermann Dr, Ste 670, Houston, TX 77004

At a glance

4.77 stars (93 reviews)
95% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 32 insurances
Aetna, American Republic Insurance Company, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Works at Aurora Gonzalez & Associates
2 office locations · View practice profile
Speaks English
4.77
93 reviews
Bedside manner
4.9
Wait time
4.2

Recent reviews

From my experience with Dr. Kao, she was so welcoming and helpful regarding my health concerns! I would definitely recommend her!
Verified patient
She's very knowledgeable, patient, and friendly, I recommended her to a friend who was equally happy with her.
Verified patient

Office locations

1
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Aurora Gonzalez & Associates
1213 Hermann Dr, Ste 670, Houston, TX, 77004
2
2.
Aurora Gonzalez & Associates
10907 Memorial Hermann Dr, Ste 350, Pearland, TX, 77584

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In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare

Popular visit reasons

Abdominal Pain
Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Birth Control / Contraception
Gynecology Consultation
Nexplanon Removal
OB-GYN Consultation
Ovarian Cyst(s)
Pregnancy Problem
Abdominal Pain
Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Birth Control / Contraception
Gynecology Consultation

More about Dr. Lydia Kao, MD

An OB-GYN with academic and practical experience including a residency in obstetrics and gynecology from the Baylor College of Medicine, Dr. Lydia Kao looks after the communities of Pearland and Houston, TX. She sees patients at Aurora Gonzalez and Associates and was awarded her medical degree at the University of Oklahoma. In addition to her clinical responsibilities, she is an active member of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists, the American Medical Association, the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Oklahoma State Medical Association. Patients visit her for a wide spectrum of common and specialized medical needs, including pregnancy, birth control/contraceptions, cervical polyps, heavy or irregular vaginal bleeding, and pelvic inflammatory disease/endometritis. Dr. Kao’s goal during consultations is to help women build a routine that will allow them to better prepare their bodies for successful pregnancy and child birth. She is eager to be able to serve women at all stages of life.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - University of Oklahoma, Doctor of Medicine
Baylor College of Medicine, Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Practice

Professional memberships

American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists
American Medical Association
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Oklahoma State Medical Association

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Female

NPI number

#1669816286

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.77
Wait time
4.17
Bedside manner
4.86
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She was very professional! Normally doctors will have you waiting forever ! But she was fast! Great experience!
Verified patient
She's very knowledgeable, patient, and friendly, I recommended her to a friend who was equally happy with her.
Verified patient
Dr. Kao is friendly and knowledgeable, she listened to my concerns and communicated well. Highly recommended!
Verified patient
Very comfortable and very friendly Dr. Kao. Muy confortable en confianza y muy amable la doctora kao gracias.
Very attentive to your desires. Loved my visit with her compared to my last OBGYN. Highly recommend
Verified patient
Very professional, she’s super sweet, helpful and knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend her!
Dr. Kao was great! The wait was longer than expected but I was pleased with my visit!
Verified patient
Not respectful of patients’ time. Extremely long wait after being seated in room.
Dr. Kao made me feel very comfortable and took time to listen to my needs.
Verified patient
Dr Kao and her staff are very professional, caring, and extremely nice!
Verified patient
Kao is awesome and the service in the office was impeccable!??
Verified patient
Very professional, highly recommended to anyone and everyone!
Verified patient
From my experience with Dr. Kao, she was so welcoming and helpful regarding my health concerns! I would definitely recommend her!
Verified patient
Good
Verified patient
She is very caring. Listened my problem very well
Verified patient
My experience with Lydia Kao well exceeded my expectations. She was professional, a good listener, and had great bedside manner. She was very informative and knowledgeable and it was obvious to me that she cared about her work and patients. In the past, I have had bad experiences at the gynecologist and it felt good to finally find someone who I could trust. The inside staff were very polite, helpful and welcoming. I would highly recommend this office!
Verified patient
The doctor is great, but the admin staff is not Profesional. Had to go the pharmacy twice, 1st time, they didn't send the prescription; 2ed time, they sent the wrong one. It has been more than 2 weeks and I still have not received my medication. Have to call for 3 rd time
Dr. Kao was very professional & answered any questions that I had. She was thorough with her explanations and did a great job make me feel comfortable. I will definitely be making her my permanent doctor.
Verified patient
She is very thorough, explains everything and made me feel very comfortable. She will definitely by my ObGYN from now on. I wish more doctors were like her
Verified patient
Staff was very welcoming. As a new patient I had to fill out a lot of paperwork, but even after that I was seen promptly. Great experience!
I usually am very weary of new doctors that I meet but I loved Dr. Kao. She listened to what I had to say and was very attentive. I recommend her.
She’s amazing. Took time to talk to me and she really listened which is unusual these days. She answered all my questions and I feel like I will I have found a great doctor.
Verified patient
Went into the appointment to ask about contraceptive options, and left with a well-woman exam because the staff checked and it would work out to be cheaper for me that way! :) Dr. Kao talked quickly but slowed down when I asked her to. She answered all the questions I had and explained what was happening every step of the way.
Verified patient
I switched my Obgyn and I'm so happy I found Dr Lydia Kao. She's great and easy to talk to. I had a bunch of questions in mind before visiting and she provided me with the details before I even asked. I would definitely recommend Dr Lydia Kao to others as I left my visit feeling very good compared to my previous Obgyn.
Dr. Kao was very pleasant and professional. She was very patient and made me feel at ease. She took her time in explaining everything.
Verified patient
Everything went well except for the wait time. I understand for first time patients, you will most likely fill out forms and what not, but this only takes a few minutes. Even after I turned in my forms I waited 40 minutes until my name was called. (Also had to wait 15 minutes in my drapes until I finally got to see the doctor) Not sure why it took so long for me when all the other reviews here say they didn't have to wait to see the doctor........ Also, they don't validate the parking pass so you'll have to pay $4 + for your doctor's visit.
Excellent service from everyone encountered from front staff to intake staff to doctor and trainee. No time wasted and doctor took time to listen and explain diagnosis, patiently answering all questions. Definitely coming back here in the future. Lovely experience.
Verified patient
They were sooo helpful here! I had a really bad experience at the place I went to before them. Here, I felt like I wasn’t just a number in line but an actual patient that they listened to. Sooo glad I found them on ZocDoc!
Verified patient
She was great! So nice and let me know what was going on at all times. Went for a well women’s exam and I barely felt a thing compared to other doctors. You can tell she cares about her patients. The staff was very nice as well.
Verified patient
Highly professional and personable Thorough history questions were asked by staff and Dr. Kao. I would recommend them. The paperwork for new patients took about 15 minutes to complete.
Verified patient
Dr Kao is wonderful She’ll listen
Verified patient
Dr. Kao was great, but the office is not a good experience. Parking is bad, the waiting room is depressing, and the practice is archaically paper-based. Will not be going back not because of the care which was good, but because of the patient experience which is abysmal.
Dr. Kao and her staff were all incredibly kind, professional, and knowledgeable. I have already recommended their practice to two friends.
Verified patient
Great doctor! Very informative of all the different types of birth control. Would highly recommend. The wait was long but I didn’t mind since the actual time with the doctor was worth while.
Verified patient
I didn’t enjoy my visit with her. This was my first appointment related with my pregnancy and she didn’t make me feel at ease at all. She was extremely timid and unsure in what she was saying. I ended up switching to another doctor in the practice. I don’t know if i was asking too many questions or what but I didn’t like how she made me feel.
Verified patient
Dr. Kao was very friendly and informative.
Dr. Kao was very nice and informational. I am switching doctors and am very happy with my choice!! She seemed to care about what questions I had and was happy to show me what was happening on the ultrasound. She even gave me a picture. The last place wasn't allowed to tell me what they saw on the ultrasound so I had to wait to hear any updates.
Verified patient
It was great!! Treated well!
Very professional and friendly.
I loved her. I felt comfortable.
Friendly & professional.
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Frequently asked questions

What practice does Dr. Lydia Kao work with?

Dr. Lydia Kao works with Aurora Gonzalez & Associates.

Where is Dr. Lydia Kao's office located?

Dr. Lydia Kao has 2 office locations, including in Houston and Pearland, view full addresses on Dr. Kao's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Lydia Kao?

Dr. Lydia Kao frequently sees patients for Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Birth Control / Contraception, Gynecology Consultation, OB-GYN Consultation, and Pregnancy Problem. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Lydia Kao on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Lydia Kao speak?

Dr. Lydia Kao speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Lydia Kao in reviews?

93 patients have reviewed Dr. Lydia Kao. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.77/5. They have a 4.86/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.17/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

Lydia Kao does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time.