Diabetes expert Dr. Steel is passionate about helping people improve their diabetes management & control.
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Yes, Dr. Richard J. Steel is accepting new patients at this office.
800 East Dove Avenue, Suite I, McAllen, TX 78504
Open | Lunch | Close | |
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Mon | 12:00 - 1:00 pm | ||
Tue | 12:00 - 1:00 pm | ||
Wed | 12:00 - 1:00 pm | ||
Thu | 12:00 - 1:00 pm |
Diabetes expert Dr. Richard Steel has been the overseeing physician at Alliance In Health Diabetes Control Center for over seven years. He is a fierce proponent of diabetic causes, and he's dedicated his life not only to treating his patients, but to educating them as well. Dr. Steel specializes in the prevention, detection, and control of diabetes. He has a sophisticated, well-established, and successful medical practice in McAllen, Texas. We want our patients to know that Dr. Steel is personally involved in the training of all of the physicians at Alliance in Health Diabetes Control Center, in order to ensure that every patient receives the highest level of care in the industry.
Dr. Steel is a Navy veteran of the Gulf War, director of our center, and the founder. Dr. Steel received his medical degree at Mexican-American University of the North. He went on to complete his residency at Memorial Health University Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia, and attained his certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine.
He has dedicated his career to diabetes management and preventative medicine. Dr. Steel is a firm believer in creating strong partnerships with his patients to improve their quality of life. He is affiliated with local hospitals and is able to work with most health insurance providers. Dr. Steel is bilingual, speaking both English and Spanish.
How to request an appointment by telephone call (956) 630-4200 or online: www.Diabetes.Expert
Specializing in the treatment of diabetes, Dr. Steel cares for patients suffering from all types and stages of the disease such as types I and II, or gestational diabetes. Diabetologists work closely with diabetic patients to formulate a personalized, comprehensive plan that includes a diabetes-friendly diet and exercise regimen, in addition to any prescription medications or treatment procedures that are deemed necessary.
The specialty of internal medicine is an area of primary care for adults. Dr. Steel specializes in diagnosing and treating cross-system illnesses that may affect multiple organ systems. Dr. Steel can also refer patients to specialist physicians when medically needed. For instance, patients with skin conditions may be referred to a dermatologist for further diagnostic tests or treatment plans.
American University School of Medicine Northern Mexico
MD • 2001
Memorial Health University Medical Center • Savannah, GA
Residency in Internal Medicine
• 2007 - 2010