Summary

Dr. Ruben Garcia is a urologist with 45 years of experience serving patients throughout East Texas. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas and completed residencies in both general surgery and urology at University Hospitals & Clinics. Dr. Garcia holds board certification in urology from the American Board of Urology and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Garcia practices at UT Health East Texas Physicians and maintains hospital privileges at Freestone Medical Center in Athens, Texas. He specializes in treating urinary retention and benign prostatic hyperplasia, conditions that commonly affect men as they age. His practice includes performing prostate-specific antigen tests to screen for prostate health issues. Patients have given Dr. Garcia an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 3.7
  • 45 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Univ Hosps & Clinics, Urology; Univ Hosps & Clinics, General Surgery
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Ruben Garcia has 2 locations

UT Health East Texas Physicians- Urology

1701 S. Palestine Suite AAthens, TX 75751
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

UT Health Athens

2000 S Palestine StAthens, TX 75751
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm

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Ruben Garcia JR., MD, FACSDr. Courtney Chang, MDDr. Chris Kannady, MDDr. Dharam Kaushik, MD
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3.7 
4.9 
45 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi
Athens , TXSugar Land , TXHouston , TXHouston , TX
Med School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Medical School Med School: Mysore Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ruben Garcia

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Renaissance - Medicare
  • Renaissance - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Ruben Garcia has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Ruben Garcia has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Bladder Issues
  • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
  • Kidney Stones
  • Overactive Urinary Bladder
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Prostatitis
  • Urinary Incontinence
  • Urologic Emergencies

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Ruben Garcia holds an active medical license in the state of Texas. They are board certified in Urology by the American Board of Urology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Urology by the American Board of Urology.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Univ Hosps & Clinics, Urology; Univ Hosps & Clinics, General Surgery and UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas in 1981.

NPI Number

Ruben Garcia's NPI number is 1639188501.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Ruben Garcia affiliated with?
Ruben Garcia is affiliated with Freestone Medical Center.
Does Ruben Garcia accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Ruben Garcia has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Ruben Garcia accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Ruben Garcia accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Ruben Garcia accepting new patients?
Ruben Garcia has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Ruben Garcia's office located?
Ruben Garcia's office is located at 1701 S. Palestine Suite A, Athens, TX, 75751.

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