Summary

Dr. Robert Vela is an internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Medical School. He completed his residency training at the University of Texas Health System and brings 49 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Vela is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Vela practices in Corpus Christi, Texas, and maintains an affiliation with Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital North of Corpus Christi. He specializes in treating common conditions such as joint pain, type 2 diabetes, and seasonal allergies. His clinical expertise includes providing allergy shots for long-term allergy management and specialized wound care for patients with chronic healing issues. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 49 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Texas Health System
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Robert Vela has 4 locations

Vela Robert Office

2201 Cleo St Ste ACorpus Christi, TX 78405
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Gulf Shore Anesthesia Associates

1734 Santa Fe StCorpus Christi, TX 78404

Corpus Christi Medical Center Doctors Regional Hospital

3315 S Alameda StCorpus Christi, TX 78411

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49 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks French, Arabic, English Speaks English
Corpus Christi , TXHouston , TXWebster , TXKaty , TX
Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Medical School Med School: University of Baroda Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Vela

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - HMO
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert Vela has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert Vela has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Texas Health System

Medical School

University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Medical SchoolGraduated in 1977

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What languages does Dr. Robert Vela speak?
Dr. Robert Vela speaks English and Spanish.
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Where is Dr. Robert Vela's office located?
Dr. Robert Vela's office is located at 2201 Cleo St Ste A, Corpus Christi, TX, 78405.

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