Summary

Dr. Douglas Valbuena Plaza is an internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Universidad De Guayaquil Facultad De Ciencias Medicas. With two decades of clinical experience, he has developed extensive expertise in managing complex internal medicine conditions across diverse patient populations.

Dr. Valbuena Plaza practices at two Gonzaba Medical Group locations in San Antonio, Texas. His clinical focus includes treating high cholesterol and diabetes in both children and teens, along with managing hyperlipidemia in adult patients. He performs essential diagnostic procedures such as home blood glucose monitoring and glucose testing, while also providing preventive care through flu vaccinations. Patients rate Dr. Valbuena Plaza 5.0 out of 5 stars for his comprehensive approach to internal medicine care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 20 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • Universidad De Santiago De Chile
  • 33 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Douglas G Valbuena Plaza has 2 locations

Gonzaba Medical Group North Central Clinic

6487 Blanco RdSan Antonio, TX 78216
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

Gonzaba Medical Group Main Clinic

720 Pleasanton RdSan Antonio, TX 78214
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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20 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
San Antonio , TXIrving , TXLyons , COSOUTHLAKE , TX
Med School: Universidad De Santiago De Chile Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Nova Se Univ Hlth Prof Div Coll Osteo Ft Lauderdale Fl
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Douglas G Valbuena Plaza

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - EPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - PPO
  • Bridgeway Health Solutions
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Community First Health Plans
  • Devoted Health
  • EyeMed
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • Premier Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Superior Vision
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Dr. Douglas G Valbuena Plaza has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Douglas G Valbuena Plaza has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Universidad De Santiago De Chile
Universidad De Guayaquil Facultad De Ciencias MedicasGraduated in 2006

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Dr. Douglas Valbuena Plaza's office is located at 6487 Blanco Rd, San Antonio, TX, 78216.
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