Summary

Dr. Deborah Alexander is an ophthalmologist who earned her medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and completed her residency at University Hospital. With 45 years of experience in eye care, she has built extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating various vision conditions. Dr. Alexander is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling her to serve diverse communities throughout South Texas.

Dr. Alexander practices at multiple Thurmond Eye Associates locations across Weslaco, Harlingen, McAllen, Rio Grande City, and Edinburg, and maintains an affiliation with Mission Regional Medical Center. She specializes in treating glaucoma and cataracts, focusing on preserving and restoring patients' vision through comprehensive care. Her surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implants, helping patients regain clear sight. Patients consistently rate Dr. Alexander 5.0 out of 5 stars for her exceptional care and expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 45 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 8 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Deborah Watkins Alexander has 8 locations

Thurmond Eye Associates Inc

1519 E 6th StWeslaco, TX 78596
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Thurmond Eye Associates Inc

2224 Camelot Plaza CirHarlingen, TX 78550
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Thurmond Eye Associates Pa

222 E Ridge Rd Ste 110McAllen, TX 78503
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Thurmond Eye Associates Pa

189 S Shelby StRio Grande City, TX 78582
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Thurmond Eye Associates Pa

4143 Crosspoint BlvdEdinburg, TX 78539
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Raider Surgical Center

1400 E RIDGE RD STE 3MCALLEN, TX 78503
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Thurmond Eye Vision Center

2230 S 77 Sunshine Strip Ste 206Harlingen, TX 78550
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Thurmond Eye Associates Inc

1301 S Bryan RdMission, TX 78572
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Deborah Watkins Alexander, MDDr. Humair Khan, MDDr. Sandip Suresh, MDDr. Vitaliy Vladimirovich Zak, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
45 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Weslaco , TXWebster , TXWebster , TXMcallen , TX
Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine Med School: Baylor College of Medicine Med School: University of Minnesota Med School: M Gorky Donetsk National Medical University Faculty Of General Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Deborah Watkins Alexander

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Superior HealthPlan
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Superior Vision
  • Texas Independence Health Plan (TIHP)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Deborah Watkins Alexander has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Deborah Watkins Alexander has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Hospital

Medical School

University Of Cincinnati College Of MedicineGraduated in 1981

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Deborah Alexander accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Deborah Alexander has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Deborah Alexander's office located?
Dr. Deborah Alexander's office is located at 1519 E 6th St, Weslaco, TX, 78596.
Which hospitals is Dr. Deborah Alexander affiliated with?
Dr. Deborah Alexander is affiliated with Mission Regional Medical Center.
Does Dr. Deborah Alexander accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Deborah Alexander accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Deborah Alexander speak?
Dr. Deborah Alexander speaks English and Spanish.

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