Summary

Dr. Brenda Gardner-Cortes is a family medicine physician who earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. She completed her residency training through the Christus Health System, building a foundation in comprehensive family care. With 31 years of experience in practice, Dr. Gardner-Cortes has developed expertise in treating patients across all age groups. She is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Gardner-Cortes is affiliated with Kerrville VA Medical Center and practices at locations in Lamesa and Corpus Christi, Texas. Her clinical focus includes managing back pain in pregnancy and treating back pain in children and teenagers. She also addresses flank pain concerns for her patients. Dr. Gardner-Cortes performs lumbar epidural steroid injections and provides various forms of anesthesia including spinal, epidural, and caudal anesthesia for pediatric patients. Patients have given her an average rating of 2.3 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 2.3
  • 31 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Christus Health System
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Brenda S Gardner-Cortes has 2 locations

Medical Arts Hospital

2200 N Bryan AveLamesa, TX 79331

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Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.3 
4.2 
31 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Tamil, Arabic, Malayalam
Lamesa , TXLawrenceville , GADallas , TXDenton , TX
Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College Med School: Stanley Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Brenda S Gardner-Cortes

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance

Medical Specialties

Dr. Brenda S Gardner-Cortes has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Brenda S Gardner-Cortes has the following 7 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Christus Health System

Medical School

University Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated in 1997
University Of Texas Medical Branch School Of MedicineGraduated in 1995

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Brenda Gardner-Cortes's office located?
Dr. Brenda Gardner-Cortes's office is located at 2200 N Bryan Ave, Lamesa, TX, 79331.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brenda Gardner-Cortes?
You can find contact information for Dr. Brenda Gardner-Cortes here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brenda Gardner-Cortes affiliated with?
Dr. Brenda Gardner-Cortes is affiliated with Kerrville Va Medical Center.
Does Dr. Brenda Gardner-Cortes accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Brenda Gardner-Cortes has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Brenda Gardner-Cortes accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Brenda Gardner-Cortes accepts on their Vitals profile.

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