Tara K Ortiz, MDUrology in Dripping Springs, TX
Gender
Female
Languages spoken
English
About Tara K Ortiz, MD
Tara K. Ortiz, MD, is an independent, board-certified urologist with Ascension Seton in Dripping Springs, Texas in the Austin area. She provides comprehensive urologic care for adults and adolescents ages 15 and older, with clinical interests in kidney stones and benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH), as well as prostate, kidney, bladder and testicular cancers, urethral stricture, overactive bladder, stress urinary incontinence and male infertility.
Dr. Ortiz is committed to partnering with her patients as both a coach and an advocate. She believes in delivering evidence-based urologic care that respects each patient's autonomy, supports informed decision-making, and promotes long-term health and wellness. She works closely with patients to understand their concerns and develop personalized treatment plans that align with their goals and lifestyle.
She practices at Ascension Seton Southwest and Ascension Seton Dripping Springs and cares for both men and women. Dr. Ortiz is fluent in English and conversational in Spanish, helping her connect with and serve a diverse patient community.
Dr. Ortiz earned her medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed her urology residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. She also completed additional training at Duke University Medical Center. She holds board certification from the American Board of Urology.
She is a member of the American Urological Association and the Texas Medical Association.
Dr. Ortiz was recognized as an Austin Top Doctor in 2023.
When not caring for patients, Dr. Ortiz enjoys hiking, functional fitness and spending time playing with her daughter.
Education
Medical Education
Duke University Medical CenterUniversity of Pittsburg Medical Education ProgramInternship
Walter Reed Army Medical Center-Undergraduate
Emory UniversityQualifications
Hospital affiliations
- Ascension Seton Southwest
- Ascension Seton Southwest
- Ascension Seton Hays
- Ascension Seton Highland Lakes
- Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin
- Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas
Certifications
- The American Board of Urology - Urology