Dr. Asha Bhalwal is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist with a focused practice designation in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (MIGS) and Pediatric & Adolescent Gynecology. She serves as Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Division Director of Advanced Minimally Invasive Gynecology at UTHealth. Dr. Bhalwal is also the Co-Director of the AMIGS Fellowship Program and leads a Center of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery.Born in India, Dr. Bhalwal earned her medical degree from K.J. Somaiya Medical College and Research Centre in Mumbai in 2003. She trained in obstetrics and gynecology in London, obtaining membership with the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. After relocating to Houston with her husband, she completed a second OB/GYN residency at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth, where she later joined the faculty. She currently provides patient care at UT Physicians Women’s Centers.Dr. Bhalwal’s clinical interests focus on advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques for complex gynecologic conditions. Her expertise includes:Minimally invasive treatment of advanced and extra-pelvic endometriosis, including bowel and urinary tract involvementAbdominal cerclage and management of uterine scar defects (“niche”)Vaginal natural orifice surgery (vNOTES)Fertility-preserving approaches to benign conditions such as fibroids, endometriosis, uterine anomalies, and adnexal massesMultidisciplinary management of pelvic pain and menstrual disorders, emphasizing patient-centered care and shared decision-makingIn addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Bhalwal is actively involved in academic research and medical education. She has authored numerous high-impact scientific publications, with particular research interests in uterine scar defects and abdominal cerclage.Dr. Bhalwal lives in Cypress, Texas with her husband and two children. Outside of work, she enjoys yoga, cooking, and running.