Summary

Dr. Joel George is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and retinal conditions. He earned his medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine and completed his residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. With 23 years of experience treating patients with various eye disorders, Dr. George has developed expertise in managing complex retinal conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. George is affiliated with Knapp Medical Center and practices at multiple Thurmond Eye Associates locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley, including Weslaco, Edinburg, McAllen, and Harlingen, Texas. He specializes in treating age-related macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease. Dr. George performs advanced procedures such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to diagnose eye conditions, and he provides anti-VEGF treatments for patients with retinal disorders. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.1
  • 23 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Joel Glenn George has 5 locations

Thurmond Eye Associates Inc

1519 E 6th StWeslaco, TX 78596
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

Thurmond Eye Associates Inc

4143 Crosspoint BlvdEdinburg, TX 78539
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

Thurmond Eye Associates Inc

222 E Ridge Rd Ste 110McAllen, TX 78503
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

Thurmond Eye Vision Center

2230 S 77 Sunshine Strip Ste 206Harlingen, TX 78550
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

Thurmond Eye Associates Inc

2224 Camelot Plaza CirHarlingen, TX 78550
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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Dr. Joel Glenn George, MDDr. Humair Khan, MDDr. Sandip Suresh, MDDr. Adolfo Pablo Morales, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.1 
4.9 
23 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Weslaco , TXWebster , TXWebster , TXMcAllen , TX
Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine Med School: Baylor College of Medicine Med School: University of Minnesota Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joel Glenn George

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joel Glenn George has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joel Glenn George has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

Dr. Joel Glenn George 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 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine in 2003.

NPI Number

Dr. George's NPI number is 1689718819.

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What languages does Dr. Joel George speak?
Dr. Joel George speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Joel George's office located?
Dr. Joel George's office is located at 1519 E 6th St, Weslaco, TX, 78596.

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