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James Oberwetter, MD, PhD

Endocrinology

Accepts New Patients
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About James Oberwetter, MD, PhD

Dr. Oberwetter is board-certified in endocrinology and psychiatry. He incorporates his psychiatric knowledge and experience into his treatment plans for his endocrine patients.

Dr. Oberwetter relishes good relationships with his patients. He gets to know them as individuals and helps them understand their medical issues so they can help themselves.

Dr. Oberwetter grew up in Houston. He has always loved Central Texas and is happy to have the opportunity to live and work in the Hill Country. He believes in the value of regular exercise, a likely topic during an office visit.

In his free time, Dr. Oberwetter is an avid hiker and finds reading on his back porch relaxing.



LanguagesEnglish
Ages SeenAdolescents (ages 12-18), Adults, Geriatrics
Hospital Affiliations
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Pflugerville
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Lakeway
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Austin
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Taylor
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Buda
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock
Insurance Accepted
*Accepted plans and benefits may vary by location.
INSURANCE PLAN
ACCEPTS NEW PATIENTS
Aetna - Aetna Signature Administrators
Accepts New Patients
Aetna - Choice POS II
Accepts New Patients
Aetna - Elect Choice
Aetna - Health Network Only
Aetna - Health Network Option
Accepts New Patients
Aetna - HMO
Accepts New Patients
Aetna - Managed Choice
Accepts New Patients
Aetna - Open Access Elect Choice
Accepts New Patients
Aetna - Open Access HMO
Aetna - Open Access Managed Choice
Accepts New Patients
Aetna - Open Access Select
Accepts New Patients
Aetna - Open Choice PPO
Accepts New Patients
Aetna - QPOS
Accepts New Patients
Aetna - Select SM
Aetna - US Access
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Plus HMO-Individual/Family
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Plus PPO-Group
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Plus PPO-Individual/Family
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Preferred HMO - Individual Marketplace
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Preferred PPO Network
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Premier HMO-Group
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Premier HMO-Individual/Family
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Premier PPO
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW SeniorCare Advantage HMO
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW SeniorCare Advantage PPO
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Solutions PPO
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSWH Employee Network - PPO & HSA
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSWH Employee Network - SEQA & EQA
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - Covenant Preferred HMO
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - EPO Network-Individual/Family
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - Hendrick Health Employee Plan
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - HMO Network-Group
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - McLane Group Network
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - PPO Network-Group
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - RightCare STAR Medicaid Network
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Bell County Public Health District - Bell County Public Health District
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Bronze
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Gold
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Silver
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Choice Plus
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Choice PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Essentials
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Essentials Access HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Premier
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Premier Open Access HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Select PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Indemnity
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage - EFH Retirees
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage - Oncor
Accepts New Patients
Blue Cross Blue Shield - ParPlan
Accepts New Patients
Blue Cross Blue Shield - STAR Kids
Accepts New Patients
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Traditional
Brookshire Brothers - Brookshire Brothers Employee Plan (Nexcaliber)
Cigna - CAC Plan
Cigna - Cigna Choice Fund
Cigna - EPO
Cigna - Flexcare
Cigna - HMO
Cigna - HMO Open Acces
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Cigna - HMO Open Access
Cigna - HMO/POS
Cigna - LocalPlus
Accepts New Patients
Cigna - LocalPlusIN
Accepts New Patients
Cigna - Network
Cigna - Network Open Access
Cigna - Network POS
Cigna - Open Access Plus
Accepts New Patients
Cigna - POS
Cigna - POS Open Access
Cigna - PPO
Consolidated Association of Railroad Employees - Self-Insured Employee Plan
Coventry - Coventry/First Health
DFW ConnectedCare - American Airlines Employee Benefit Plan
Envolve Vision - Envolve Vision
EyeMed Vision - EyeMed Vision
First Health - First Health PPO
FirstCare Health Plans - BSW Plus HMO
Accepts New Patients
FirstCare Health Plans - BSW Preferred HMO Network - Group
Accepts New Patients
FirstCare Health Plans - CHIP
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FirstCare Health Plans - Hendrick Health Employee Plan
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FirstCare Health Plans - STAR Medicaid - MRSA
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Galaxy Health Network - Galaxy Health Network
Gladney Center - Gladney Center
HealthSmart - ACCEL Network
HealthSmart - HealthSmart PPO
HealthSmart - HealthSmart Preferred Care EPO
HealthSmart - HealthSmart Preferred Care GEPO
HealthSmart - Preferred Network
Humana Behavioral - Tricare Members Only
Humana - ChoiceCare
Accepts New Patients
Humana - ChoiceCare Preferred Network
Humana - Commercial HMO Plans
Humana - Commercial PPO Plans
Humana - Humana Preferred
Accepts New Patients
Humana - Medicare Advantage Plans (exclude Southwestern Health Resources Network)
Accepts New Patients
Humana - National POS
Accepts New Patients
Imagine Health - EPN
Independent Medical Systems - IMS Network
Magellan - CHIP
Magellan - Navigator Networks
Magellan - Pinnacle Networks
Magellan - STAR
Magellan - STAR Kids
Magellan - Summit Networks
Medicaid - AmeriGroup
Medicaid - Oklahoma Medicaid
Medicaid - Parkland HealthFirst
Medicaid - Superior HealthPlan
Medicaid - Traditional Medicaid
Medical Development International - MDI
Medicare Railroad - Medicare Railroad
Medicare - Traditional Medicare
Midland Memorial Hospital - Employee Benefit Plan
Mother Frances Hospital Regional - Self-Insured Employee Plan
OccuNet - Occupational Networks of Texas, Inc.
Optum - United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum
PHCS Network - Beech Street of Texas PPO
PHCS Network - Private Health Care SYstem PPO
Reny Company - Workers Comp
Rockport - Workers Comp
Scott & White Health Plan - RightCare STAR Medicaid Network
Accepts New Patients
Sedgwick Preferred Network f/k/a Southwest Medical - Workers Comp
Superior Health Plan - Ambetter Balance Care - Silver
Superior Health Plan - Ambetter Secure Care - Gold
Superior Vision - Superior Vision
Superior - Ambetter Balance Care - Silver
Superior - Ambetter Secure Care - Gold
Superior - CHIP
Accepts New Patients
Superior - CHIP Perinate
Accepts New Patients
Superior - Foster Care
Accepts New Patients
Superior - STAR
Accepts New Patients
Superior - STAR+PLUS
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Three Rivers Network - Three Rivers Network
Tricare - Tricare Extra
Tricare - Tricare Prime
Tricare - Tricare Select
TriWest HealthCare - VA-PCCC
United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum - United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum
UnitedHealth - AARP Medicare Complete
UnitedHealth - Charter EPO
UnitedHealth - Charter HMO
Accepts New Patients
UnitedHealth - Charter POS
UnitedHealth - CHIP
UnitedHealth - Choice +HMO
Accepts New Patients
UnitedHealth - Choice EPO
UnitedHealth - Choice HMO
UnitedHealth - Choice Plus POS
UnitedHealth - Core Choice Plus POS
Accepts New Patients
UnitedHealth - Core EPO
UnitedHealth - Core HMO
UnitedHealth - Dual Complete Medicare Advantage
UnitedHealth - Group Medicare Advantage
UnitedHealth - Medicare Complete
UnitedHealth - Medicare Gold
UnitedHealth - Medicare Silver
UnitedHealth - Navigate EPO
UnitedHealth - Navigate HMO
UnitedHealth - Navigate HMO+
UnitedHealth - Navigate POS
UnitedHealth - Nexus ACO OA
UnitedHealth - Options PPO
Accepts New Patients
UnitedHealth - PPO
UnitedHealth - Secure Horizons
UnitedHealth - Select +
Accepts New Patients
UnitedHealth - Select EPO
UnitedHealth - Select HMO
Accepts New Patients
UnitedHealth - Select Plus POS
UnitedHealth - STAR
UnitedHealth - STAR Kids
UnitedHealth - STAR+PLUS
UnitedHealth - UHC West Signature Value Gated HMO
University Mary Hardin - Baylor-Employee Benefit Plan
Your rights and protections against surprise medical bills

Insurance listings are subject to change without prior notice. Please call your physician's office or your health or insurance plan to verify coverage information prior to scheduling your visit or procedure. Not all members participating in contracted networks have "in network" access. In network participation may change from time to time without prior notice. Independent providers (which could include, for example only, anesthesiologists, radiologists, pathologists, emergency medicine physicians, advance practice professionals, and other independent providers of health care services) may deliver part of your care, and such providers may be considered out-of-network on your health and insurance plans even if the Facility may be considered in network. If you desire additional information as to the providers who may be involved in providing your care, you can either ask your treating provider (who may know some of the specialists or groups who could be involved) or you can request a list of Facility-based physician groups by calling the following toll free number: (877) 810-0372. This list is updated annually and is subject to change without prior notice.

Background

Education
  • Medical School: Medical Doctor, Baylor College of Medicine (1987)
  • Residency: Internal Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine (1990)
  • Fellowship: Clinical Endocrinology, University of Colorado School of Medicine - Denver (1991)
  • Fellowship: Research Endocrinology, University of Colorado School of Medicine - Denver (1993)
  • Residency: Psychiatry, University of Colorado School of Medicine - Denver (1999)
Certifications
  • Psychiatry - American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology/Psychiatry
  • Endocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism - American Board of Internal Med/Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
Industry Relationships

Physicians who are not employed, contracted with administrative duties or performing research with Baylor Scott & White Health are not required to report relationships and activities with industry partners such as pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device companies (collectively referred to as Industry). Information regarding these relationships is therefore not available on this page. However, patients may visit CMS’ Open Payments Database for more information, and should feel free to speak with their physician about relationships with Industry.

Reviews (178) for James Oberwetter, MD, PhD

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May 13, 2023
He took his time with me and explained everything to me clearly
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May 11, 2023
The doctor was very attentive to my needs and my questions. He seemed to be very knowledgable about diabetes and diabetes related information.
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May 11, 2023
I am extremely happy with my dr care, however, everything else is not good as far as billing and scheduling goes with the Baylor Scott and White system. I was miss scheduled for the wrong doctor, I am a cash paying customer and was told one amount when I was there, and recieved a surprise bill for another amount after the fact. I will be looking to move to a more transparent provider which is unfortunate because I really like Dr. Oberwetter.
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May 11, 2023
The Doctor was great and had an extremely fun personality.
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May 9, 2023
Very thorough. Answered all questions
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May 7, 2023
Doc O made me feel so comfortable and he is very knowledgeable about endocrinology I truly cannot wait until I visit him again!! BEST DOC EVER
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May 4, 2023
Personable, competent, very thorough and answered all our questions completely.
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May 4, 2023
He was kind, professional, and really listend to my issues. He knew all about what I needed. He is the best doctor I have seen in a very very long time!
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May 3, 2023
I feel comfortable talking to him about my issues and he doesn't rush or make you feel like your just another dollar.
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Apr 28, 2023
He doesn't rush through the appointment, he generally wants to know how thing are. He shows real concern for his patients.
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Apr 28, 2023
Very informative and to the point
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Apr 27, 2023
He is a brilliant doctor with an excellent bedside manner!
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Apr 27, 2023
Dr O is solid!
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Apr 26, 2023
Although he wasn't able to help me, he was very kind and took time to listen to me and take all my symptoms into account
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Apr 25, 2023
He listened and provided a plan. I felt heard.
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Apr 24, 2023
He is professional and a good listener and explains things clearly. Thanks.
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Apr 21, 2023
Wonderful personality, got his message across with humor, clearly knows his medicine
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Apr 21, 2023
Very knowledgeable
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Apr 20, 2023
Very informative and personable
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Apr 20, 2023
Knowledgable with excellent patient care and communication skills.
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Apr 20, 2023
He was very caring & knowledgeable. Took time to explain everything very well.
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Apr 19, 2023
He is always patient and explains things thoroughly with me. He answers all my questions with concern and makes feel comfortable.
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Apr 17, 2023
He is kind, makes easy environment to talk and covers all the questions.
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Apr 16, 2023
Dr Oberwetter is a great physician! He was very thorough and wanted to make Al questions had been answered.
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Apr 14, 2023
Dr. Oberwetter listened well and didn't rush my visit.
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Apr 13, 2023
Dr. Oberwetter was very caring and informative about my condition.
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Apr 12, 2023
He was absolutely amazing. Took his time to explain different issues and possibilities. My wife was with me during the visit and was also impressed with him.
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Apr 11, 2023
Good
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Apr 11, 2023
Dr.Oberwetter is very professional, personable and answered all my questions in a way that I could understand.
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Apr 11, 2023
Dr. Oberwetter is interested and concerned with my life. He is reliable and kind, as well as brilliant.
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Apr 9, 2023
Dr O is very courteous, nice and informative. I feel like he really rakes time with his patients to listen and determine the appropriate care.
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Apr 7, 2023
Listened to all my concerns, explained pros and cons of different approaches, carefully recorded my history of treatment, followed up by finding some past records and called me the next day to talk about a treatment to try and set up a follow up appointment.
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Apr 6, 2023
Knowledgeable, kind, explains everything very well, follows up, gives the patient confidence.
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Apr 6, 2023
Unrushed, knowledgeable, confidence-inspiring
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Apr 3, 2023
Dr. Oberwetter spent time with me since I'm a new patient to inform me on any questions I had on my treatment - this is rare patient care to me - generally my questions are dismissed as unnecessary to my care. I thank him for his patience and letting me be a part of my treatment.
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Mar 30, 2023
He is a "Rock Star"!
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Mar 28, 2023
Dr Oberwetter is brilliant, engaging and committed to assuring that he patients are fully informed about their conditions and treatment options. He reminded me that practitioners still exist who bring joy to their work.
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Mar 24, 2023
The doctor is very nice and takes the time to listen to my concerns
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Mar 24, 2023
Very nice
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Mar 22, 2023
The doctor was very pleasant he explained everything to me and I really like him
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Mar 22, 2023
Very interested in my concerns and very good explanations
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Mar 20, 2023
He explained things to me and had a nice demeanor. I do not like dealing with computers. I just cannot pick up the phone and talk to his office. All Drs are this was at Baylor.
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Mar 17, 2023
Friendly, thorough, understandable
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Mar 16, 2023
Listens to my concerns & questions.
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Mar 16, 2023
I really liked speaking with Dr Oberwetter. He was down to earth, explained everything and took a lot of time to understand everything going on with my health.
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Mar 15, 2023
Good overall for a first visit; team took the time to answer questions and walk through fully. No issues.
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Mar 12, 2023
Easy going, very relaxing.
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Mar 4, 2023
Dr Oberwetter is very supportive and encouraging. He doesn't make me feel like I'm doing things wrong. He fully answers my questions and I don't feel rushed.
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Mar 3, 2023
Great
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Mar 3, 2023
Knowledge of my medical history. Well versed in new technologies. Very personable.
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Feb 25, 2023
Dr Oberwetter is a professional, knowledgeable, and takes a real interest in his patients.
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Feb 23, 2023
Dr. Oberwetter is great. It's like going back in time as he's old-fashioned in the sense that he takes time with you and you have his undivided attention for a very reasonable appointment time while he learns about you & gathers info to best diagnose and help you. I haven't seen such a doctor in many years.
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Feb 18, 2023
This doctor, was well informed and showed care for my condition and really explained what was happening and what our path and plan is to address my health issues. Loved this first interaction with Dr Oberwetter
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Feb 18, 2023
Dr.O is a great listener!
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Feb 17, 2023
Dr. O is great! He took the time to analyze in depth my condition, propose several options. I really appreciated him explaining medical items, it made me feel comfortable and I learned new things!
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Feb 16, 2023
Dr. Oberwetter was thorough, knowledgeable and pleasant throughout my visit.
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Feb 16, 2023
Friendly but professional. Asked pertinent questions and offered solutions. Gave me results of tests and explained the technical terms and medical jargon.I appreciate Dr. O.
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Feb 16, 2023
I had such a great visit with Dr. Oberwetter. It was like visiting with a good friend ( even though I had a literal notebook full of questions about regulating my blood sugar). He was very patient, encouraging and kind and took the time with me to explain all that I needed to understand to work on my current health issues. I have already recommended him to my entire family and a few friends. What a wonderful man and amazing doctor!
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Feb 16, 2023
For me excellent
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Feb 14, 2023
Very personable, I felt heard and understood, definitely gave me the sense that he was there to help me improve my health for the long term. Appeared very knowledgeable and was certainly very helpful. I would happily recommend his services.
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Feb 11, 2023
He listened and explained everything. It was an informative and pleasant experience.
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Feb 10, 2023
Dr Oberwetter is very thorough and caring. He is very kind and personable.
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Feb 9, 2023
He explained everything very well.
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Feb 8, 2023
He is knowledgeable and caring about my health
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Feb 8, 2023
Knowledgeable, kind, personable, excellent care
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Jan 31, 2023
Dr O was very nice and easy to talk to. He is a good listener, problem solver, and thorough.Also, very good in explaining issues and plan of action. Really appreciated his time and expertise.
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Jan 31, 2023
Takes his time to explain things. Never seems like he is in a hurry.
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Jan 26, 2023
Very personable, great bedside manner, patient with me.
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Jan 23, 2023
Caring, personable, and did not talk down to me.
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Jan 21, 2023
He's personable and offers sound advice
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Jan 20, 2023
Dr. Oberwetter was friendly, informative and thorough! This was my first time as an adult, where leaving my appointment I felt better than when I entered.
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Jan 20, 2023
Provider was attentive and patient. He explained the tests and what their findings could reveal. Unlike other similar experiences I did not feel Intimidated or diminished by the experience.
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Jan 17, 2023
Caring, informative and helpful! Listens well!
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Jan 17, 2023
He was very kind and super informative.
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Jan 17, 2023
Love Dr Oberwetter! Easy to talk with, up on all the cool new stuff for diabetics.
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Jan 16, 2023
He is excellent
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Jan 16, 2023
Very nice
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Jan 16, 2023
Compassionate
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Jan 13, 2023
Dr. Oberwetter took time to educate me on my symptoms and explained the physiology of what's happening. Great person! Great personality!
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Jan 11, 2023
He listens to his patients and doesn't treat you like another $ coming.
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Jan 7, 2023
He answered all my questions well
Jan 7, 2023
One of the easiest doctors to understand and relate with. I really liked the way he explained my health issues so I could understand. I really liked the Dr. Oberwetter.
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Jan 2, 2023
I thought I arrived 15 early but there was some mix up and I had actually missed my appt. Dr O said he had 15 minutes for me, and it gave us exactly enough time for my initial appt. He was engaging, courteous, informative and just plain nice. He clearly cares about his patients, and I have already referred someone to him.
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Dec 30, 2022
Exemplary
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Dec 30, 2022
He is delightful.
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Dec 29, 2022
He is awesome. Very easy to talk to and took the time to help me understand the thyroid. I felt very comfortable with him right off the bat.
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Dec 29, 2022
Dr Oberwetter is the Kindest Human ever! Best bedside manner. Treated me like I was his only patient, taking the time with me, helped explain my levels so that I understood what to look for and reasons for my levels being where they are. Thank you for taking the time with me and for being a top notch Physician.
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Dec 24, 2022
He took his time explaining my issues and options for treatment
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Dec 22, 2022
Very personable. He explains things well. Good sense of humor!
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Dec 21, 2022
Dr Oberwetter is a kind man. He takes the time to listen.
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Dec 20, 2022
Explanada things well
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Dec 15, 2022
Good visit with him. Very friendly and interested in my situation.
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Dec 15, 2022
One of the best doctor I've had the privilege of meeting very knowledgeable and makes you feel at home you can tell he takes pride in his work which is good to see
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Dec 7, 2022
Best visit ever
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Dec 5, 2022
Dr. Oberwetter is AWESOME!!!!
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Dec 4, 2022
The doctor was friendly and thorough. I never felt rushed.
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Dec 2, 2022
He was great, took his time to educate us on what the issue was and the options. Very impressed with his patient care skills!! It was a pleasure meeting him!
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