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Jeff Livingston, MD, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Irving, TX, Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Hurst-Euless-Bedford

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Obstetrics & Gynecology Irving, TX

MacArthur Medical Center

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  • Dr. Jeff Livingston is an obstetrician/gynecologist in Irving, TX and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Hurst-Euless-Bedford and Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth. He received his medical degree from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and has been in practice 18 years. He also speaks multiple languages, including French, Sign Language (American), and Spanish. He is experienced in high-risk pregnancies, minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, public speaking, pregnancy in adolescence, and general obstetrics.
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Education & Training

  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    University of Texas Southwestern Medical CenterResidency, Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1999 - 2003
  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    University of Texas Southwestern Medical CenterInternship, Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1999 - 2000
  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
    University of Texas Southwestern Medical SchoolClass of 1999

Certifications & Licensure

  • TX State Medical License
    TX State Medical License 2002 - 2025
  • American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology Obstetrics & Gynecology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Physician of the Year Nominee Dallas Fort Worth Hospital Council Foundation, 2012
  • Heroes for Children Nominee Irving ISD, 2012
  • Five Star Award Baylor Medical Center of Irving, 2007, 2009, 2011
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Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Engaging Patients in Care.  
    Merrill, Molly, Healthcare IT News
  • Some Doctors Join Facebook, Others Wary.  
    Rubin, Rita, USA Today
  • E-health and Web 2.0: The Doctor Will Tweet You Now.  
    Mearian, Lucas, Computer World
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Lectures

  • Genesys HTA / Physicians and Social Media. 
    Lubbock, Texas
  • The Social Practice: Social Media in Healthcare. 
    Boston Scientific National Sales Meeting, Orlando, Florida
  • The Social Practice: Social Media in Healthcare. 
    American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopy, Boston Scientific. Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Other

Authored Content

  • Why We Sacrifice Personal Freedom to Protect Other PeopleSeptember 2020
  • What Happens If Trump Releases a Vaccine Before Election Day?September 2020
  • The Placenta Protects Babies From Covid-19; Here’s HowAugust 2020
  • Plan B Is Not an Abortion PillJanuary 2020
  • Never Let Criticism Hurt YouJanuary 2020
  • PrEP: An Opportunity to Decrease Your Risk of HOVDecember 2019
  • No One like Taking Birth ControlDecember 2019
  • Male Obgyn Gets a MammogramDecember 2019
  • Are you at risk for chlamydia?November 2019
  • Interact — Don’t React when Parenting TeensNovember 2019
  • How a Breast Cancer Patient’s Strength Inspires Her DoctorSeptember 2019
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Press Mentions

  • Coronavirus Chronicles — More About Mothers, Babies, and COVID-19
    Coronavirus Chronicles — More About Mothers, Babies, and COVID-19October 18th, 2021
  • AllHere Advisory Board Launches with Top Leaders from Research and Education
    AllHere Advisory Board Launches with Top Leaders from Research and EducationAugust 4th, 2021
  • Practicing Medicine During the Historic Winter Storm in Texas - the Good Men Project
    Practicing Medicine During the Historic Winter Storm in Texas - the Good Men ProjectMarch 27th, 2021
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Professional Memberships

Other Languages

  • French, Sign Language (American), Spanish

Hospital Affiliations

Industry Relationships

  • Consultant, Trice Medical2018 - Present
  • Speaker, MerckContraception counseling speaker2008 - Present
  • consultant, Boston Scientific