Summary

Dr. Stephen Abernathy is a surgeon with three decades of experience serving patients in central Texas. He earned his medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Science Center and completed his residency at Texas A&M College of Medicine-Scott and White Medical Center in 2001. Dr. Abernathy holds board certification in surgery from the American Board of Surgery. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Abernathy practices at Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Temple and sees patients at the Baylor Scott & White Clinic in Temple, Texas. His surgical expertise includes treating ventral hernias and managing complex conditions like chronic kidney disease. He performs minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures and provides sedation services for patient comfort during treatments. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 30 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Texas A&M College of Medicine-Scott and White Medical Center
  • 15 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple

2401 S 31st StTemple, TX 76508
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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Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center (Education) Med School: The University of Texas Medical School, Houston, TX Med School: Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Slp Mexico Med School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Stephen Abernathy

  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • FirstCare Health Plans
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Stephen Abernathy has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Stephen Abernathy has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Colonoscopy
  • Dementia Related Behavioral Disorders
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Stephen Abernathy holds an active medical license in the state of Texas. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Texas A&M College of Medicine-Scott and White Medical Center in 2001.

Medical School

Graduated from Texas Tech University Health Science Center (Education) in 1996.

NPI Number

Stephen Abernathy's NPI number is 1851389779.

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What languages does Stephen Abernathy speak?
Stephen Abernathy speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Stephen Abernathy affiliated with?
Stephen Abernathy is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Temple.

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