Summary

Dr. Karen Brooks is a surgeon with 38 years of experience serving the Brownsville community. She earned her medical degree from McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. Dr. Brooks provides comprehensive surgical care with expertise in addressing complex medical conditions. She is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve the diverse patient population in South Texas.

Dr. Brooks is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center Brownsville and practices at multiple locations throughout Brownsville, Texas. She specializes in treating patients with obesity and weight-related health concerns, breast conditions including benign breast masses, and gallbladder issues such as gallstones. Her surgical expertise includes advanced diagnostic procedures like breast imaging studies and comprehensive laboratory evaluations including blood work. Patients rate Dr. Brooks 3.7 out of 5 stars for her care and treatment.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 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

Office Locations

Dr. Karen Jean Brooks has 4 locations

Veh Brooks Md Pa

800 W Jefferson St Ste 150Brownsville, TX 78520
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 Regional Medical Center

100 E Alton Gloor BlvdBrownsville, TX 78526

Dhr Brownsville Health

4750 N ExpresswayBrownsville, TX 78526

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Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Texas Medical School at Houston Med School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Jean Brooks

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Driscoll Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen Jean Brooks has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen Jean Brooks has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Other
  • Other Specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Dr. Karen Jean Brooks holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active 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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What languages does Dr. Karen Brooks speak?
Dr. Karen Brooks speaks English and Spanish.
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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