Dr. Donald Ray Koester, MD

Dr. Donald Koester is a family medicine physician who has dedicated 45 years to providing comprehensive healthcare to patients and families. He earned his medical degree from McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and completed his residency training at Memorial Hermann Hospital System. His extensive experience spans nearly five decades of caring for patients across all ages and health conditions. Dr. Koester is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse communities effectively.

Dr. Koester practices at Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Hillcrest and Waco Family Medicine, both located in Waco, Texas. He specializes in managing chronic conditions such as kidney disease and diabetic complications, including diabetic eye disease and diabetic retinopathy. His practice includes diagnostic imaging services like chest X-rays, chest fluoroscopy, and retinal imaging to help monitor and detect health issues early. Patients …consistently rate Dr. Koester highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 for his compassionate care and clinical expertise.