Summary

Dr. Ernesto Garza treats cholelithiasis, ventral hernia, and acute cholecystitis, and performs laparoscopy, laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery, and chronic wound care. He practices surgery in Edinburg and McAllen, Texas, and is affiliated with McAllen Medical Center. Dr. Garza earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and has 24 years of experience. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Garza 3.91 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 24 years of experience
  • 56 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Ernesto Garza has 6 locations

Edinburg Regional Medical Center

1102 W Trenton RdEdinburg, TX 78539

Valley Surgical Rgv

416 Lindberg AveMcAllen, TX 78501
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

Mcallen Medical Center

301 W Expressway 83Mcallen, TX 78503

Rio Grande Regional Hospital

101 E Ridge RdMcallen, TX 78503

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24 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Tamil, Spanish, English Speaks English
Edinburg , TXHouston , TXCypress , TXCypress , TX
Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston Med School: The University of Texas Medical School, Houston, TX Med School: University of Texas Medical School at Houston Med School: UT McGovern Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ernesto Garza

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - EPO
  • Ambetter - HMO
  • Ambetter - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - PPO
  • Caterpillar
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Driscoll Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Home State Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - PPO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medica - HMO
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Summit Community Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Superior HealthPlan
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Independence Health Plan (TIHP)
  • Texas Independence Health Plan (TIHP) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ernesto Garza has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ernesto Garza has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Adenoidectomy
  • Colonoscopy
  • Galbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
  • Gastric Bypass (Gastrojejunostomy)
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hernia
  • Other
  • Polyps
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Varicose Veins
  • Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Dr. Ernesto Garza holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Garza's NPI number is 1912126079.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Ernesto Garza accepting new patients?
Dr. Ernesto Garza is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Ernesto Garza's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Ernesto Garza accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Ernesto Garza affiliated with?
Dr. Ernesto Garza is affiliated with Mcallen Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Ernesto Garza's office located?
Dr. Ernesto Garza's office is located at 1102 W Trenton Rd, Edinburg, TX, 78539.
Does Dr. Ernesto Garza accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ernesto Garza has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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