Over 40 years of expertise

Crofoot MD Clinic and Research Center is a unique private medical practice which focuses on serving the needs of Houston’s members and friends of the LGBTQIA+ community.

We are proud to offer comprehensive, culturally competent care to our diverse community of members. Whether you are specifically looking for a lesbian or gay doctor or a provider who has extensive experience in LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender) care, we can address all your health concerns with sensitivity and compassion in a judgment-free environment.

The CrofootMD Mission

Empowering LGBTQIA+ health with compassion, connection, and inclusive care—a safe space where everyone thrives.

Quality care for every shade of the rainbow.

Meet our founder

The amazing timeline of
Dr. Crofoot over the last 5 decades

Dr. Gordon E. Crofoot Jr. M.D.

Dr. Gordon Crofoot is a highly respected Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease specialist with over 40 years of experience in HIV/AIDS care, research, and advocacy. Based in Houston, Texas, he has dedicated his career to advancing healthcare access and treatment for the general LGBTQIA+ & marginalized communities.

Early Life in Glenview, Illinois

Dr. Gordon E. Crofoot Jr. spent his formative years in Glenview, a suburb north of Chicago, Illinois.

Growing up in this close-knit community, he developed a strong sense of compassion and a desire to help others, qualities that would later define his medical career.

1970–1974

Graduate of Michigan State University

A graduate of Michigan State University, Dr. Crofoot earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his Internal Medicine residency at Baylor College of Medicine. In 1998, he became Medical Director at the Montrose Clinic (now Legacy Community Health Services), where he played a pivotal role in developing the Ryan White Title 1 HIV treatment program for uninsured patients and expanding the Next Step program for newly diagnosed individuals.

1977

Kelsey Clinic Clinic

1977 June I was Hired by Kelsey Seybold Clinic as an Internist to possibly replace Dr. Mavis Kelsey when he retired. He had no plans to retire!

1986

First Major World AIDS Conference

June 1986 I went to the 2nd International AIDS Conference in Paris, France. I arrived just as the meetings were starting. It was so interesting, I did not even have much time to eat or change money. I had just enough Money to get a subway after midnight back to my hotel I waited for a train but the lights were turned off and gates locked. Subway closes at 1:00am. I set off an alarm and the police let me out muttering, “stupid American”. But that first major conference was amazing.

1987

The first major U.S. news broadcast to tackle the crisis head-on

Ted Koppel, the iconic host of Nightline News, reached over 25 million Americans five nights a week. On June 5, 1987, he hosted a historic three-hour National Town Hall On AIDS—the first major U.S. news broadcast to tackle the crisis head-on.

At a time when no FDA-approved treatments existed, desperation pushed many to seek hope beyond U.S. borders. As a nationally recognized AIDS specialist, I was invited to discuss the harsh reality of the epidemic and the forbidden treatments emerging overseas—drugs that offered hope but remained illegal in America. It was a pivotal moment when the world could no longer turn away.

1989

Dr. Luc Montagnier Invite To Houston

May 11th 1989. Dr. Luc Montagnier, the man who discovered the Human Immunodeficiency Virus, HIV, we invited him to come to Houston and inaugurate the first Annual Houston Conference on AIDS in America. Dr. Montagnier, to the surprise of many, was aware of Houston’s AIDS problems and was concerned about them. I spoke about an update on HIV care and Dr Montagnier spoke about discovering the virus and developing a blood test for it. Luc Montagnier was awarded The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2008.

2002

Dinner & meetings with Magic Johnson

I have had the opportunity to attend several meetings & dinners with Magic Johnson. We are both Michigan State University graduates. In November 1991, Magic Johnson courageously announced that he was HIV positive when his wife was just seven weeks pregnant. Both remain negative. Magic Johnson has dedicated a significant amount of time to meeting with and educating the Black community, including multiple visits to Houston. I, too, have been actively involved in providing information and support to the Black community. It is crucial to continue raising awareness and 1998 to 2002 offering assistance, especially on important health issues such as HIV/AIDS.

2006

Founded Brazos Abiertos (Fundación BAI AC) in Yucatán, Mexico

Beyond clinical care, Dr. Crofoot has been a leader in global health initiatives. In 2006, he founded Brazos Abiertos (Fundación BAI AC) in Yucatán, Mexico, establishing the first HIV testing and education programs in Mayan villages and improving HIV care access in the region. His research contributions are extensive, serving as Principal Investigator for over 200 clinical trials and publishing more than 150 articles in medical journals.

Meet the team

At our facility, we pride ourselves on having a team of dedicated professionals who are deeply committed to delivering the highest quality of healthcare. Our staff, from providers to support personnel, is passionate about providing you with exceptional care and an outstanding experience. We understand that navigating healthcare can be challenging, and that's why we're here to support you every step of the way. Learn more about the staff in each of our departments.

Medical Providers

Derek Smith

Nurse Practitioner

Dr. Gordon Crofoot

Medical Doctor

Dr. Maya J. Halliburton

Medical Doctor

Dr. Rodney Trimble

Doctor of Osterpathic Medicine

John Chapman

Physician Assistant

Kendrick Clark

Nurse Practitioner

Tatianna Mai

Nurse Practitioner

CrofootMD clinic staff

Ann

Medical Assistant

Anne

Front Receptionist

Cristopher

Medical Assistant

Jowar

Clinical Practice Manager

Reyna

Front Receptionist

Zobeida

Clinical Team Lead

CrofootMD Researchers

Ashley

Clinical Research Assistant

Bert

Clinical Research Nurse

Daniel

Certified Clinical Research Coordinator

David P.

Clinical Research Assistant

Juston

Clinical Research Coordinator

Kasie

Clinical Research Assistant

Keith (Kota)

Director of Research

Administration & Billing

Brennen

Director of Finance

David L.

Director of Operations

Maria

Business Office Supervisor

Awards and recognition

Recognized for our tireless work in the community

Prized the best AIDS doctor in Harris County

Nov 1992 I was named by Houston Metropolitan Magazine as best AIDS doctor in Harris County.

Walk to End HIV

Most Registered Team Members 2022

3rd Place for Most Money Raised 2022

Dr. Crofoot was given the honor of cutting the ribbon with mayor Sylester Turner, to start the walk. At least 2000 people followed us with Team Crofoot in front.

Outsmart Reader’s Choice Award

Best Community Health Services Provider 2023 & 2024, CrofootMD

Best Men’s Health Clinic 2022 & 2023 & 2024, CrofootMD

Best Male Physician 2019-2024 - Gordon Crofoot

Best Male Nurse Practitioner 2021 - 2024 - Derek Smith

Best Physician’s Assistant 2024, John Chapman

Best Male Nurse 2023 & 2024, Bert Zumaya

The AIDS Foundation Ackowledgement

The AIDS Foundation Houston gratefully acknowledges your contribution in the fight against AIDS.

Received the Black Tie Dinner 2006 Humanitarian Award

2006 August I received the Black Tie Dinner 2006 Humanitarian Award which was given to a local individual for contributions to the GLBT community and was recognized as a pioneer in the treatment and research on HIV and AIDS and has been at the forefront of efforts to find advanced treatments for AIDS and in educating the public about the disease. Leslie Jordan was the keynote speaker, and he displayed his Emmy as I did my award.

The mayor of Merida, Yucatan awarded me a certificate for educating the youth in Merida Universities

Feb 2018, The mayor of Merida, Yucatan awarded me a certificate for educating the youth in Merida Universities on HIV/AIDS and its effect on the youth in Yucatan.