3.1
26 Ratings with 11 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Steven Vela is a surgeon with 25 years of experience serving patients in Corpus Christi, Texas. He earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School and is board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Vela communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Vela practices at CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic in Corpus Christi and maintains hospital affiliations with Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital North Of Corpus Christi. His surgical expertise includes treating ventral hernias and breast cancer, including complex metastatic cases. He performs colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures to help diagnose digestive conditions. Patients rate Dr. Vela an average of 3.1 stars for his care.
Dr. Vela practices at CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic in Corpus Christi and maintains hospital affiliations with Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital North Of Corpus Christi. His surgical expertise includes treating ventral hernias and breast cancer, including complex metastatic cases. He performs colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures to help diagnose digestive conditions. Patients rate Dr. Vela an average of 3.1 stars for his care.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 25 years of experience
- 35 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University of Michigan Medical School
- 11 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Flexible scheduling
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Office Location
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| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 25 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | 31 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Corpus Christi , TX | Webster , TX | Plano , TX | Houston , TX |
| Med School: University of Michigan Medical School | Med School: The University of Texas Medical Branch | Med School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine | Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Steven Vela
Medical Specialties
Steven Vela has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
25 Years Experience
Steven Vela holds an expired 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 expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 2001.
NPI Number
Steven Vela's NPI number is 1831134816.
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- Which hospitals is Steven Vela affiliated with?
- Steven Vela is affiliated with Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital North Of Corpus Christi.
- Where is Steven Vela's office located?
- Steven Vela's office is located at 5802 Saratoga Blvd Ste 120, Corpus Christi, TX, 78414.
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