Summary

Dr. Debra Shetlar specializes in ophthalmology and pathology, bringing comprehensive expertise to eye care and diagnostic medicine. She earned her medical degree from McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and completed her residency at Baylor College of Medicine. With 42 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Shetlar provides care to patients who speak Chinese and Spanish in addition to English.

Dr. Shetlar practices at Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas. She focuses on treating conditions such as styes and chalazia, as well as various forms of glaucoma including open-angle glaucoma. Her clinical practice includes performing dilated eye exams and pathology testing to help diagnose and monitor eye conditions. Patients rate Dr. Shetlar 4.4 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.4
  • 42 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish
  • Baylor College Of Medicine
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

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Speaks Chinese, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Houston , TXWebster , TXHouston , TXWebster , TX
Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston Med School: Baylor College of Medicine Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Medical School Med School: University of Minnesota
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Debra Jane Shetlar

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - POS
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Community Health Choice
  • GEHA
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Debra Jane Shetlar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Debra Jane Shetlar has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Pathology
  • Plastic Surgery (Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery)
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Baylor College Of Medicine

Medical School

Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At HoustonGraduated in 1984

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Debra Shetlar's office located?
Dr. Debra Shetlar's office is located at 2002 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX, 77030.
What languages does Dr. Debra Shetlar speak?
Dr. Debra Shetlar speaks Chinese and Spanish.
Does Dr. Debra Shetlar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Debra Shetlar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Debra Shetlar affiliated with?
Dr. Debra Shetlar is affiliated with Michael E Debakey Va Medical Center.
Does Dr. Debra Shetlar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Debra Shetlar accepts on their Vitals profile.

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