Dr. Alvaro Rene Garcia, MD

Dr. Alvaro Rene Garcia, MD

Family Physician
5820 E Sam Houston Pkwy N, Houston, TX
Alvaro R. Garcia, MD, attended Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon in Monterrey, Mexico, earning his medical degree in 1984. He relocated to Stamford, Connecticut, where he completed his Family Medicine residency at St. Joseph Medical Center - New York University in 1990. Bilingual in English and Spanish, Dr. Garcia joined Kelsey-Seybold’s Family Medicine medical staff in January 2026 with more than 25 years of experience in primary care in Greater Houston. Dr. Garcia pursued medicine thanks to inspiration from his father, who encouraged him to always seek out knowledge. As a Family Medicine physician, Dr. Garcia provides a broad spectrum of comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages, including preventive care such as well checks and immunizations, along with care for acute illness and injuries and management of chronic conditions like diabetes and heart disease. He also provides in-office surgical procedures such as joint injections. What Dr. Garcia most enjoys about being a physician is having the ability to get to know so many people. “Hundreds of my patients have been with me over 35 years and have become my friends,” he says. Philosophy of Care Dr. Garcia prioritizes communication — both listening to and talking with his patients to get to know them and to best address their symptoms and concerns. He strives to be personable, compassionate, and honest with all his patients. Hobbies & Interests In his free time, Dr. Garcia enjoys growing his collection of bank notes, hunting and fishing, golfing, woodworking, and completing DIY projects around the house.
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About Dr. Alvaro Rene Garcia

Alvaro R. Garcia, MD, attended Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon in Monterrey, Mexico, earning his medical degree in 1984. He relocated to Stamford, Connecticut, where he completed his Family Medicine residency at St. Joseph Medical Center - New York University in 1990. Bilingual in English and Spanish, Dr. Garcia joined Kelsey-Seybold’s Family Medicine medical staff in January 2026 with more than 25 years of experience in primary care in Greater Houston. Dr. Garcia pursued medicine thanks to inspiration from his father, who encouraged him to always seek out knowledge. As a Family Medicine physician, Dr. Garcia provides a broad spectrum of comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages, including preventive care such as well checks and immunizations, along with care for acute illness and injuries and management of chronic conditions like diabetes and heart disease. He also provides in-office surgical procedures such as joint injections. What Dr. Garcia most enjoys about being a physician is having the ability to get to know so many people. “Hundreds of my patients have been with me over 35 years and have become my friends,” he says. Philosophy of Care Dr. Garcia prioritizes communication — both listening to and talking with his patients to get to know them and to best address their symptoms and concerns. He strives to be personable, compassionate, and honest with all his patients. Hobbies & Interests In his free time, Dr. Garcia enjoys growing his collection of bank notes, hunting and fishing, golfing, woodworking, and completing DIY projects around the house.

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Insomnia
Chronic diabetes
High cholesterol
Acid reflux
Chronic high blood pressure
Insomnia
Chronic diabetes
High cholesterol
Acid reflux

Office location

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic | North Channel Clinic
5820 E Sam Houston Pkwy N, Houston, TX 77049

Education and background

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Education and training

  • Medical School - Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, Doctor of Medicine
  • St. Joseph Medical Center, Residency in Family Medicine

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1932103744

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Dr. Alvaro Rene Garcia's office is located at 5820 E Sam Houston Pkwy N, Houston, TX 77049.

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Dr. Alvaro Rene Garcia speaks English.

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