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Dr. John Walker, MD

General Surgery*
5.0 (5)
Map Pin Small Galveston, TX
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. John Walker, MD

Dr. John Walker, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Galveston, TX. They specialize in General Surgery, has 43 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch and is affiliated with University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston. Patients rated Dr. Walker an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Walker works at Practice in Galveston, TX with other offices in Angleton, TX and League City, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Umbilical Hernia and Intestinal Obstruction along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and UnitedHealthCare as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Walker's Office Locations

  1. 1
    University of Texas Medical Branch
    301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX 77555 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (409) 772-2222
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 16:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 16:00
  2. 2
    Angleton Anesthesia Management Services LLC
    146 E Hospital Dr, Angleton, TX 77515 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (979) 848-9111
  3. 3
    League City Campus
    2240 Gulf Fwy S, League City, TX 77573 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (979) 848-9111
  4. 4
    Genetics League City Campus
    2280 Gulf Fwy S Ste 2, League City, TX 77573 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (832) 505-4000

Hospital Affiliations
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  • University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston

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Umbilical Hernia
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Treatment frequency



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Umbilical Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Biliary Atresia
Colorectal Cancer
Gallstones
Hemorrhoids
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Lipomas
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Small Intestine Cancer
Ventral Hernia
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Total Salpingectomy With Robotic Assistance
Wedge Resection Colon
Abdominal Disorders
Abscess
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Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal Disorders
Anal Fissure
Aneurysm
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Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Breast Diseases
Breast Lump
Burn Injuries
Cancer
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Cholangiocarcinoma
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Empyema
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Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Esophageal Varices
Fracture
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Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gynecologic Cancer
Head and Neck Cancer
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Fistula
Jejunum Cancer
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Mesenteric Lymphadenitis
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Effusion
Pouchitis
Pulmonary Disease
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Second-Degree Burns
Secondary Malignancies
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Stomach Diseases
Thrombosis
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Vascular Disease
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominal Hysterectomy
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anoscopy
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Anoscopy With Removal of Anal Tumor
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Arteriovenous Shunt Creation
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Biliary Drainage
Biopsy of Breast
Bladder Surgery
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Breast Surgical Procedure
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colostomy
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Cystectomy
Cystectomy with Robotic Assist
Cystotomy
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Destruction or Excision of Vaginal Lesions
Dialysis Access Procedures
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophageal Surgery
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Skin Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Fecal Impaction Removal
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrectomy
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastroenterology Procedures
Gastrotomy
Gynecomastia Repair
Head and Neck Surgery
Heart Surgery
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hepatectomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Kidney Surgery
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lumpectomy
Lung Surgery
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Mastectomy
Open Appendectomy
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Orchiectomy
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Parathyroidectomy
Partial Cystectomy
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Puncture Aspiration
Removal of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Renal Transplant
Revision of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Skin Grafts
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Stereotactic Radiosurgery
Stomach Surgery
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Vaginal Surgery
Vascular Surgical Procedure
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wound Repair
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    About Dr. John Walker, MD

    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 43 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1205948775
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    Education & Certifications

    Internship
    • University of Texas Medical Branch Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Texas Medical Branch
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. John Walker, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Walker is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Walker has seen patients for Umbilical Hernia and Intestinal Obstruction, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Walker on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    5 patients have reviewed Dr. Walker. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Walker.

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