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Summary
Dr. Katherine Velez is an endocrinologist specializing in diabetes and metabolism with 23 years of experience in treating hormone-related conditions. She earned her medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine and has dedicated her career to helping patients manage complex endocrine disorders. Dr. Velez is bilingual, speaking both English and Spanish to better serve her diverse patient community.
Dr. Velez practices at University of Texas Medical Branch in Shenandoah, Texas, where she focuses on treating conditions such as diabetes in older adults, diabetes mellitus, and thyroid disorders like hypothyroidism. She performs essential diagnostic tests including thyroid hormone evaluations and TSH testing to monitor thyroid function. Her expertise extends to thyroxine testing, which helps determine how well the thyroid gland is working and guides treatment decisions for her patients.
Dr. Velez practices at University of Texas Medical Branch in Shenandoah, Texas, where she focuses on treating conditions such as diabetes in older adults, diabetes mellitus, and thyroid disorders like hypothyroidism. She performs essential diagnostic tests including thyroid hormone evaluations and TSH testing to monitor thyroid function. Her expertise extends to thyroxine testing, which helps determine how well the thyroid gland is working and guides treatment decisions for her patients.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 23 years of experience
- 29 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
Katherine N. Velez
920 Medical Plaza Dr Ste 140Shenandoah, TX 77380 Tel: (713) 486-6755
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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| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks Arabic, English | Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu |
| Shenandoah , TX | CHICAGO , IL | Houston , TX | CHICAGO , IL |
| Med School: University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Ibadan College Of Medicine | Med School: American University of Beirut Medical Center (AUBMC) | Med School: Aga Khan University Medical College |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Katherine N. Velez
Medical Specialties
Katherine N. Velez has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Katherine N. Velez has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
23 Years Experience
Katherine N. Velez 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 expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine in 2003.
NPI Number
Katherine N. Velez's NPI number is 1902972284.
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- Katherine Velez's office is located at 920 Medical Plaza Dr Ste 140, Shenandoah, TX, 77380.
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