Summary

Dr. Douglas Koch is an ophthalmologist with nearly five decades of experience treating eye conditions and performing vision-restoring procedures. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts, and completed extensive specialized training including fellowships at the prestigious Moorfields Eye Hospital in London, England, focusing on cornea and external disease as well as anterior segment surgery. Dr. Koch also completed fellowship training at Baylor College of Medicine's Cullen Eye Institute in anterior segment and pediatric anterior segment and refractive surgery. He holds board certification in ophthalmology from the American Board of Ophthalmology and speaks English.

Dr. Koch practices at Baylor Medicine Ophthalmology in Houston, Texas, and maintains an affiliation with Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center. His clinical expertise centers on cataract treatment and surgery, including the placement of intraocular lens implants to restore clear vision. He also treats high blood pressure and provides specialized pediatric eye care for young patients. Patients have given Dr. Koch an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his comprehensive approach to eye care.
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Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 49 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Cornea and Anterior Segment Surgery, Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, England
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 23 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Baylor Medicine Ophthalmology

1977 Butler BlvdHouston, TX 77030
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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Douglas Koch, MDDr. Audrey E Ahuero, MDDr. Humair Khan, MDDr. Sandip Suresh, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
49 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Houston , TXHouston , TXWebster , TXWebster , TX
Med School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Medical School Med School: Baylor College of Medicine Med School: University of Minnesota
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Douglas Koch

  • AARP
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Douglas Koch has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Douglas Koch has the following 23 areas of expertise

  • Astigmatism
  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Cornea Transplant (Penetrating Keratoplasty)
  • Corneal Diseases
  • Corneal Transplantation
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Edema
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Laser Eye Surgery (Photorefractive Keratectomy)
  • LASIK (Laser In Situ Keratomileusis)
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Optometry
  • Radial Keratotomy (Refractive Surgical Procedure for Myopia)
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Disorders
  • Vision Issues
  • Vitrectomy

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

Douglas Koch holds an active medical license in the state of Texas. They are board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Cornea and Anterior Segment Surgery, Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, England, Anterior Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine - Cullen Eye Institute, Houston, TX, Baylor College of Medicine, Pedi Anter Segm & Refrac Surg in 1982, Moorfields Eye Hosp, Cornea/External Disease in 1981, and Baylor Coll of Med/Cullen Eye Inst, Anterior Segment in 1981.

Residency

Completed their residency at Internal Medicine, St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital, Houston, TX, Baylor College of Medicine, Internal Medicine (1978), Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals in 1978, St Lukes Episcopal Hospital in 1978, and Baylor College Of Med in 1978.

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts in 1977.

NPI Number

Douglas Koch's NPI number is 1881683233.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Douglas Koch accepting new patients?
Douglas Koch has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Koch?
You can find contact information for Douglas Koch here on Vitals.
What languages does Douglas Koch speak?
Douglas Koch speaks English.
Which hospitals is Douglas Koch affiliated with?
Douglas Koch is affiliated with Michael E Debakey Va Medical Center.
Does Douglas Koch accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Douglas Koch accepts on their Vitals profile.

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