Summary

Dr. Alberto Chavez Velazquez is a physician specializing in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism, as well as internal medicine. He completed his medical training through residencies at both Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico in 2003 and the University of Texas Health Science Center in 2013. His advanced fellowship training includes specialized programs at Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico in 2005 and multiple fellowships at the University of Texas Health Science Center completed in 2011 and 2015. Dr. Chavez Velazquez is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Chavez Velazquez practices at the Texas Diabetes Institute through University Health in San Antonio, Texas, and maintains hospital privileges at University Hospital. His clinical expertise centers on managing Type 2 diabetes in both adults and pediatric patients, along with treating hyperglycemic emergencies. He performs comprehensive metabolic evaluations including alkaline phosphatase testing and creatinine clearance assessments to monitor kidney function in diabetic patients.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University of Texas Health Science Center
  • 3 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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16 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu Speaks Arabic, English Speaks English
San Antonio , TXCHICAGO , ILWebster , TXBoca Raton , FL
Med School: Aga Khan University Medical College Med School: University of Tripoli Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alberto O. Chavez Velazquez

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 6 Degrees Transplant Network "
  • Aetna Better Health Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Perinate Newborn"
  • Aetna Better Health Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP)" "
  • Aetna Better Health Medicaid STAR
  • Aetna Health Bexar County-ACO Plan (Baptist & HealthTexas) (Please Call)
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Choice POS II
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Elect Choice EPO
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Exchange (Silver/Gold HMO)
  • Aetna Health Commercial - HMO
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Managed Choice POS
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Open Choice PPO (Non-Methodist/HCA)
  • Aetna Health Commercial - QPOS
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Select
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Whole Health EPO (Please Call)
  • Aetna Health Medicare Advantage - Eagle PPO
  • Aetna Health Medicare Advantage - Freedom PPO
  • Aetna Health Medicare Advantage - Premier HMO
  • Aetna Health Medicare Advantage - Prime HMO
  • Aetna Health Medicare Advantage - Value Plus PPO
  • Aetna Health Medicare-Medicaid Dual Preferred (HMO D-SNP)
  • Allwell (Superior HealthPlan) Medicare Advantage - All Products
  • BlueCross BlueShield - Federal Programs Commercial - Federal - All Products
  • BlueCross BlueShield - Out-of-State Commercial - Out-of-State - Blue Card Program Only "
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Childrens Health Insurance Plan (CHIP)"
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Commercial - HMO - Blue Advantage
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Commercial - HMO - Blue Essentials
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Commercial - HMO - Blue Premier
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Commercial - PPO - Blue Choice
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Commercial - PPO (CHRISTUS Health)
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) HPN/EPO (Narrow Network)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alberto O. Chavez Velazquez has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alberto O. Chavez Velazquez has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Acromegaly
  • Addison Disease
  • Cushing Disease
  • Diabetes (Types I & II)
  • Endocrinology & Metabolism
  • Fatigue
  • Gland Issues
  • Hormones
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Texas Health Science Center2015
University of Texas Health Science Center2011
Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico2005

Residency

University of Texas Health Science Center2013
Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico2003

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Alberto Chavez Velazquez's office located?
Dr. Alberto Chavez Velazquez's office is located at 701 S Zarzamora St, San Antonio, TX, 78207.
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