3.7
10 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Karen Brooks treats obesity and overweight, benign breast masses, and cholelithiasis, and performs scintimammography. She has practiced surgery and related listed specialties for 38 years and is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center Brownsville. Dr. Brooks earned her medical degree from McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and sees patients in Brownsville, Texas. She speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Brooks 3.7 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 38 years of experience
- 28 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston
- 3 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 4 office locations
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Karen Jean Brooks has 4 locationsVeh Brooks Md Pa
800 W Jefferson St Ste 150Brownsville, TX 78520 Tel: (956) 544-8144
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
Valley Baptist Medical Center Brownsville
1040 W Jefferson StBrownsville, TX 78520 Tel: (956) 698-5400
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| Dr. Karen Jean Brooks, MD | Dr. Peter Yu, MD | Dr. Subramanyam Ayyar, MD | Dr. Jorge I Leiva, MD |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 38 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience | 32 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks Tamil, Spanish, English | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Brownsville , TX | Cypress , TX | Cypress , TX | Cypress , TX |
| Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston | Med School: UT McGovern Medical School | Med School: University of Texas Medical School at Houston | Med School: Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Slp Mexico |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Jean Brooks
Medical Specialties
Dr. Karen Jean Brooks has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Karen Jean Brooks has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Dr. Karen Jean Brooks 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 Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston in 1988.
NPI Number
Dr. Brooks' NPI number is 1366476285.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. Karen Brooks accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Karen Brooks has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Karen Brooks affiliated with?
- Dr. Karen Brooks is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center Brownsville.
- Does Dr. Karen Brooks accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Karen Brooks accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Dr. Karen Brooks accepting new patients?
- Dr. Karen Brooks is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Karen Brooks's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- Where is Dr. Karen Brooks's office located?
- Dr. Karen Brooks's office is located at 800 W Jefferson St Ste 150, Brownsville, TX, 78520.
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