Dr. Gregory S Backofen, MD

Dr. Gregory Backofen is a family medicine physician who brings 17 years of experience to his practice in East Texas. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Iberoamericana (Unibe) School of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. His comprehensive training in family medicine allows him to provide care for patients of all ages, from pediatric to adult populations. Dr. Backofen speaks English and serves families throughout the region.

Dr. Backofen practices at multiple locations in Hemphill, Texas, including Sabine County Hospital and Toledo Bend Family Medicine, as well as West Sabine Community Clinic in Pineland. He focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including both routine hypertension and emergency situations requiring immediate attention. His practice also emphasizes pediatric hypertension care for younger patients. Additionally, Dr. Backofen coordinates rehabilitation services such as physical therapy …and speech therapy, and he performs bedside swallow evaluations to assess patients' swallowing safety. Patients rate him 4.8 out of 5 stars for his compassionate care.