Dr. Richard Steel, MD
Internal Medicine•Male•Age 53
Internal Medicine
Dr. Richard Steel, MD is an internal medicine specialist in Mcallen, TX and has over 21 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Steel has extensive experience in Gonadal Endocrine Disorders, Osteoporosis & Screening, and Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring. He graduated from Mexican-American University Of The North School Of Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Doctors Hospital At Renaissance and Mission Regional Medical Center. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.
Alliance In Health Diabetes Control Center
800 E Dove Ave Ste I Mcallen, TX 78504Accepting new patients
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Steel
Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Steel treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Steel treats other conditions, please contact the office at (956) 630-4200.
Gonadal Endocrine Disorders
Gonadal endocrine disorders specialists diagnose and treat conditions affecting the reproductive and sex glands, including polycystic ovary syndrome, Turner syndrome, and gynecomastia, most often through hormone replacement therapy.Compare with other Gonadal Endocrine Disorders specialists.
Dr. Steel is experienced in the area of Gonadal Endocrine Disorders. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
Based on claims data for 5 conditions and procedures
Osteoporosis & Screening
Osteoporosis specialists diagnose and treat conditions characterized by low bone density and bone weakness, such as osteoporosis and osteopenia.Compare with other Osteoporosis & Screening specialists.
Dr. Steel is experienced in the area of Osteoporosis & Screening. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
Based on claims data for 2 conditions and procedures
Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring
Diabetes specialists manage and treat a range of diabetes-related conditions including type 1 and type 2 diabetes and diabetic ketoacidosis through procedures such as continuous glucose monitoring and insulin therapy.Compare with other Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring specialists.
Dr. Steel is experienced in the area of Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
Based on claims data for 9 conditions and procedures
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Dr. Steel's conditions and procedures:
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Vitamin_Deficiency
- Abdominal Pain
- Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
- All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Anemia
- Animal Allergies
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Asthma
- Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
- Atherosclerosis
- Athlete's Foot
- Back Pain
- Balanoposthitis
- Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
- Bladder Infection
- Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
- Bronchitis
- Calcium Metabolism Disorders
- Canker Sore
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Cellulitis
- Chest Pain
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Chronic Pain
- Coccygeal Pain
- Cold Sore
- Constipation
- Contact Dermatitis
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Cough
- Diabetes
- Diabetes Complications
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
- Diabetic Coma
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty With Walking
- Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis
- Dizziness
- Dyslipidemia
- Dysphagia
- Earwax Buildup
- Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
- Emphysema
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Essential Tremor
- Fibromyalgia
- Gait Abnormality
- Gas-Bloat Syndrome
- Gastritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastroparesis
- Goiter
- Gynecomastia
- Headache
- Heart Disease
- Heart Palpitations
- Hemorrhoids
- Hernia
- Herpes Simplex Infection
- Herpes Zoster Without Complication
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypertension
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypogonadism
- Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
- Hypotension
- Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
- Hypothyroidism
- Insomnia
- Intertrigo
- Intestinal Diverticulitis
- Intestinal Diverticulosis
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Joint Pain
- Lactose Intolerance
- Leg and Foot Ulcers
- Limb Pain
- Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
- Lipedema
- Lipid Disorders
- Low Back Pain
- Malaise and Fatigue
- Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
- Menstrual Disorders
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Migraine
- Mineral Metabolism Disorders
- Muscle Cramping
- Muscle Weakness
- Nausea
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
- Obesity
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of Spine
- Osteopenia
- Outer Ear Infection
- Overweight
- Painful Urination (Dysuria)
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
- Peptic Ulcer
- Perimenopause
- Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
- Peripheral Edema
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
- Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
- Polyneuropathy
- Proteinuria
- Radiculopathy
- Rash
- Ringworm
- Secondary Hypertension
- Shingles
- Shortness of Breath
- Sleep Apnea
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Symptomatic Menopause
- Testicular Dysfunction
- Thyroid Cyst
- Thyroid Goiter
- Thyroid Nodule
- Thyrotoxicosis Factitia
- Tobacco Use Disorder
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Stones
- Vaginitis or Vaginosis
- Venous Insufficiency
- Vertigo
- Vitamin B Deficiency
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency
- Wheezing
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
- ACTH (Cosyntropin) Stimulation Test
- Advance Directive End of Life Planning
- Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
- Cardiovascular Disease Counseling
- Cholesterol Screening
- Chronic Diabetes Management
- Dexamethasone Suppression Test
- Diabetes Screening
- Diabetic Evaluation
- Diabetic Foot Exam
- Dynamic Endocrine Function Test
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Immunization Administration
- Oral Glucose Tolerance Test
- Thyroid Hormone Replacement
- Thyroid Nodule Evaluation
- Thyroid Scan
- Thyroid Screening
- VAP Lipid Testing
- Water Deprivation Test
- Wellness Examination
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Steel
4.7
Based on 36 ratings
| 5 Star | 89% | 89% |
| 4 Star | 6% | 6% |
| 3 Star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 Star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 Star | 6% | 6% |
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About Me
Care Philosophy
Biography
Diabetes expert Dr. Richard Steel has been the overseeing physician at Alliance In Health Diabetes Control Center for over...Read more
Specialties
- Internal Medicine
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Memorial Health University Medical Center
Residency Hospital, 2010
Memorial Health University Medical Center
Internship Hospital, 2008
Mexican-American University Of The North School Of Medicine
Medical School, 2001
- English
- Spanish
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What are Dr. Richard Steel, MD's top areas of expertise?
Dr. Richard Steel, MD specializes in Gonadal Endocrine Disorders and Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring. See more on Healthgrades.
What is Dr. Richard Steel, MD's office address?
Dr. Steel's office is located at 800 E Dove Ave Ste I, Mcallen, TX 78504. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
What languages does Dr. Richard Steel, MD speak?
Dr. Richard Steel, MD is fluent in 2 languages: English and Spanish.
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Alliance In Health Diabetes Control Center
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Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2022)
66% Patients that would definitely recommend, 4% lower than the national average
7 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2021)
64% Patients that would definitely recommend, 6% lower than the national average
27 Awards Received
7 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2021)
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