Summary

Dr. Jathan Cantu is a family medicine physician with over four decades of clinical experience serving patients throughout East Texas. He earned his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine and has dedicated 42 years to providing comprehensive primary care services. Dr. Cantu speaks English and brings extensive knowledge to his practice of family medicine.

Dr. Cantu is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Texas Spine And Joint Hospital and practices at locations in Henderson and Tyler, Texas. He specializes in managing chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes, helping patients navigate these complex conditions with personalized care plans. His practice also includes cardiac rehabilitation services and routine blood testing to monitor patient health. Patients have rated Dr. Cantu 4.5 out of 5 stars on average, reflecting their confidence in his compassionate and thorough approach to family medicine.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 42 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Baylor College Of Medicine
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Jathan Cantu has 2 locations

UT Health East Texas Physicians- Family Medicine and Pediatrics

300 Wilson St. Ste. 2EHenderson, TX 75652
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

UT Health North Campus Tyler

11937 US Hwy 271Tyler, TX 75708
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm

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Dr. Jathan Cantu, MDDr. Salvador Abrams, MDDr. Katia Jean Baptiste, DODr. Carla Podgurecki, MD
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4.5 
2.5 
4.8 
42 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Henderson , TXAustin , TXHouston , TXPlano , TX
Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine Med School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico Facultad De Medicina Med School: Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic Med School: American University Of Antigua College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jathan Cantu

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Jathan Cantu has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jathan Cantu has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Baylor College Of MedicineGraduated in 1984

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Which hospitals is Dr. Jathan Cantu affiliated with?
Dr. Jathan Cantu is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Texas Spine And Joint Hospital.
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