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Dr. Douglas Koch, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 73
Dr. Douglas Koch, MD
4.5 (31 Ratings)
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Dr. Douglas Koch, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 73
Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
47 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. Douglas Koch, MD works in Houston, TX as an Ophthalmologist and has 47 years experience.

They are board certified in Ophthalmology and graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1977. Dr. Koch completed a residency at Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Koch has has worked on more claims relating to All Headaches (incl. Migraine) and Astigmatism than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Koch has received an average rating of 4.5 from patients and has been reviewed 31 times. They are affiliated with Chi Saint Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me. They are accepting new patients. Dr. Koch also speaks Spanish. Dr. Koch practices at Practice in Houston, TX.

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  • Superior Health Plan
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Card PPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Curative EPO
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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    1977 Butler Blvd Ste 200, Houston, TX 77030
  2. 2 Michael E. Debakey Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center
    2002 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030
  3. 3 Houston Methodist Hospital
    6565 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030
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4.5
Based on 31 Reviews
5 Stars (26)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (3)

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Aug 09, 2024
Dr Koch was prompt, thorough explained everything while patiently answered all questions. My results were great.
Houston Resident — Aug 09, 2024
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ophthalmology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • HARVARD Medical School
    1977
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • St Lukes Episcopal Hospital
    1978
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Baylor College of Medicine
    1981
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Moorfields Eye Hospital
    1982
Fellowship Hospital

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Douglas Koch, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Koch accepts Aetna, Ambetter and Anthem as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Koch accepts here.

Dr. Koch frequently sees patients for All Headaches (incl. Migraine) and Astigmatism.

Yes, Dr. Koch speaks Spanish. See Dr. Koch's profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.

Dr. Koch has a star rating of 4.5/5 and has been reviewed 31 times.

Dr. Koch is board certified in Ophthalmology.

Dr. Koch has been practicing as an Ophthalmologist for 47 years.

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