Garth O Vaz, M.D.

Family Medicine

Garth O Vaz is a Family Medicine specialist based in Gonzales, TX with over 38 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(830) 672-2424Gonzales, TX
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Garth O Vaz, M.D. has practiced family medicine for 38+ years, working in independent practice. He graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine in 1988 and has 38+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 48% of reporting doctors in Texas
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 2,169 Family Medicine providers in TXSee all Family Medicine in Gonzales38+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 3595dNPPES updated 2016-07-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1103 N Sarah Dewitt Dr 1103 N. Sahah Dewitt Drive, Gonzales, TX 78629-3311

Fax: (866) 622-2180
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-3%)67%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-12%)37%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-3%)31%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
30%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%
Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-8%)24%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
24%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Lower than avg (-11%)21%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1988

    University of Florida College of Medicine

  2. 38 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Family MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

Taxonomy: 207Q00000X

Education & Training

University of Florida College of Medicine (Class of 1988)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

1103 N Sarah Dewitt Dr P.O. Box 562, Gonzales, TX 78629-3311

Differs from practice location

Virtual Family Medicine Care With Garth O Vaz

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Garth O Vaz for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Gonzales required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Garth O Vaz

Dr. Vaz is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Gonzales, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (830) 672-2424.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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