David Damian, MD is a Family Medicine Physician practicing at Primary Care - St. Joseph and Texas A&M Health Network (29th Street) in Bryan, TX. He is a registered provider with The Texas Medical Board and practices under the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Physicians - Medical Practice Act). Dr. Damian is dedicated to providing comprehensive Family Medicine care, serving as the first point of contact for patients of all ages. Family Medicine Physicians are primary care doctors (MD or DO) serving as the first point of contact for patients of all ages, providing comprehensive care from preventive check-ups and acute illness treatment to managing chronic conditions and coordinating care with specialists, ensuring continuous healthcare for the entire family. He is currently welcoming new patients and they should call (979) 977-0089 to schedule an appointment.
Dr. Damian, born in Augsburg, Germany, and raised in various countries due to his military family background, brings over 35 years of dedicated experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston in 1988 and completed his internship and residency training in Family Medicine at Montgomery County Med Education Foundation. He is Board Certified in Family Practice by the American Board of Family Medicine. His experience, coupled with his commitment to comprehensive care, positions him as a trusted local provider on staging1.kellysearch.com. Dr. Damian's commitment to CHI St. Joseph Health's philosophy of personalized care, preventative medicine, and holistic well-being makes him a valuable resource for all family members. He, along with his wife, Dr. Anna Damian, have three children and enjoy spending time with family, golfing, and basketball. He provides consultations primarily in English.
A strong patient-provider partnership is the foundation of effective healthcare. Dr. Damian is committed to being a partner in your health journey, focusing on practical strategies to protect your health and well-being.
Dr. Damian's approach to family medicine is patient-centered and comprehensive. He provides primary care for patients of all ages, from routine check-ups to managing chronic conditions. He prioritizes clear communication and collaboration, coordinating care with specialists when necessary to ensure the best possible outcomes for each patient and their family.
By working together, you and Dr. Damian can create a clear, actionable plan that respects your individual needs and healthcare goals.
Specific Plans Accepted
Aetna
Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
Beech Street (Multiplan)
Blue Bell Benefit Trust
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna
Coventry Health Care
Galaxy Health Network
PHCS
Texas True Choice
Three Rivers Provider Network
USA Managed Care Organization
Also Accepts These Carriers
- Ambetter
- Anthem
- Blue Advantage HMO
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Choice
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- CHIP Perinatal Care
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Central Texas-Bryan/College Station Area HMO-High
- Choice Care (Humana) POS
- Choice Care (Humana) PPO
- Choice Care PPO
- Choice Plus POS II
- ChoiceCare Network
- Cigna PPO
- Curative
- Curative EPO
- Curative PPO
- Curative PPO Plus
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- FirstCare Health Plans
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Humana
- LocalPlus
- Molina
- Molina Healthcare
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Open Access Plus
- Preferred PPO
- STAR (State of Texas Access Reform) Medicaid
- STAR (State of Texas Access Reform) Plus Medicaid
- Special Needs Plan
- Special Needs Plan SNP
- Standard
- Superior Health Plan
- Superior HealthPlan
- TRICARE Prime Remote
- Tricare
- United Healthcare
- UnitedHealthCare
As your primary healthcare provider, Dr. Damian offers expert diagnosis and management for a wide range of common health conditions. Common areas of focus include:
- Indigestion: Indigestion is a feeling of discomfort in your stomach, often involving burning, fullness, or pain, and your family doctor can help determine the cause and recommend treatment.
- Tinnitus: Your primary care doctor is a great first step if you're dealing with tinnitus; they can help identify possible underlying causes and offer strategies for coping with this annoying condition.
- Heart Disease: From high blood pressure to high cholesterol, your family doctor can work with you to manage heart disease risk factors and maintain a healthy heart.
- Iodine Deficiency: A family doctor can identify iodine deficiency, a lack of iodine affecting thyroid function, by conducting tests and suggest ways to increase iodine intake through diet or supplements.
- Hypoxemia: If your blood oxygen is too low (hypoxemia), your family physician will help find out why it could be from lung disease, heart problems, or other issues and recommend the right care.
- Essential Tremor: Essential tremor is a neurological condition causing involuntary shaking, and your family doctor can help manage it with medication or refer you to a specialist.
- Autoimmune Diseases: Autoimmune diseases happen when your body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues and organs, and family doctors help manage these conditions with regular checkups, medication, and referrals to specialists.
- Tension Headache: If you suffer from tension headaches, your family physician can diagnose the cause and recommend treatments like over-the-counter pain relievers or lifestyle changes.
- Shortness of Breath: Shortness of breath, or difficulty breathing, is a symptom that your family doctor can help diagnose and treat, finding the underlying cause and recommending appropriate care.
- Chronic Pelvic Pain: If you experience persistent pain in your lower abdomen or pelvis, your family doctor is a great starting point for diagnosis and a treatment plan.
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs): Family physicians provide comprehensive STD care, including diagnosis, treatment of infections, and advice on prevention to protect your sexual health.
- Pap Smear Abnormalities: Your family doctor plays a key role in managing abnormal Pap smear results, coordinating any necessary follow-up tests and treatments to protect your health.
This list represents some of the common conditions treated. An accurate diagnosis and a personalized care plan can only be developed through a direct consultation with a qualified medical professional.
To provide comprehensive and patient-centered care, Dr. Damian offers a range of services designed to diagnose, manage, and treat various health concerns:
- Well Baby Care: Your family doctor will assess your baby's physical and developmental milestones during well baby care appointments.
- Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures: For complex health issues needing multiple doctors, your family physician coordinates your care, ensuring all your specialists work together.
- Diabetes Counseling: Get personalized advice on diabetes self-management, including meal planning, physical activity, and medication adherence.
- Skin Procedures: If you have a skin problem like a suspicious mole or a recurring rash, your family doctor can assess it, offer treatment options, or refer you to a dermatologist.
- Wellness Examination: Think of a wellness exam as a tune-up for your body it helps your doctor keep you healthy and identify any issues before they become major problems.
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage: An incision and drainage is a simple procedure to drain fluid or pus from a localized infection, helping to prevent further complications.
- Human Papillomavirus DNA Testing: Human Papillomavirus (HPV) DNA testing checks for the presence of HPV, a common virus linked to certain cancers and genital warts.
- Neonatal Care: Newborn care addresses any immediate health issues, provides necessary vaccinations, and monitors your baby's development.
- Electrocardiogram (EKG): Your doctor might order an EKG to assess chest pain, dizziness, or other symptoms that could be related to your heart.
- Skin Screenings: A skin screening is a visual exam by your doctor to check your skin for any unusual spots, moles, or growths that could be cancerous or precancerous.
- Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer: This simple test looks for blood in your poop that you can't see, which can be a sign of colorectal cancer or other digestive issues.
- Incision and Removal of Foreign Object: This procedure involves a small cut to remove a foreign object from your body, like a splinter or a small piece of glass.
Service availability can change. To understand which services are appropriate for your specific health needs, please schedule a consultation to develop a personalized care plan.
All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for their professional license in Texas.
Dr. Damian is dedicated to partnering with patients to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how proactive care can make a tangible difference in a patient's life:
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and personalized treatment plan from their family medicine physician, a patient experienced significant relief from chronic indigestion, allowing them to enjoy meals without discomfort.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and personalized strategies from their family medicine physician, a patient found ways to effectively manage their tinnitus, reducing its impact on their daily life. They felt empowered to take control of their health and well-being.
- By working with their family doctor to address high blood pressure and cholesterol, a patient successfully managed their heart disease risk factors and improved their overall well-being. They felt empowered to take control of their health and maintain a healthier heart.
These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results vary and depend on many factors. He will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.
- Primary Location:
Primary Care - St. Joseph and Texas A&M Health Network (29th Street) - Bryan, TX
2210 E 29th St, Bryan, TX, 77802
Phone: (979) 977-0089
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- Montgomery County Med Education Foundation (Residency Hospital) - 1991
- Montgomery Med Ed Fdn (Internship Hospital) - 1989
- University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School (Medical School) - 1988
- American Board of Family Medicine (Family Practice)
Here are answers to some common questions about receiving Family Medicine care with Dr. Damian:
- What is the difference between a Family Medicine doctor and an Internal Medicine doctor?
- Family medicine physicians, like Dr. Damian, are trained to care for the entire family, from infants to seniors. In contrast, internists typically focus on adult care. Dr. Damian is a versatile choice for all-ages family care.
- How often should I get a physical or wellness check-up?
- For most healthy adults, an annual physical is a good rule of thumb. However, the right frequency depends on your age, personal health history, and risk factors. Dr. Damian will help you create a personalized schedule.
- What kind of vaccinations can I get at your office?
- Dr. Damian's office provides routine immunizations, including annual flu shots, tetanus boosters (Tdap), and shingles vaccines for older adults. We will keep track of your vaccination history and recommend what's needed based on CDC guidelines.
- Can you remove a mole, skin tag, or wart in your office?
- Yes, we can often remove moles, skin tags, and warts in the office using methods like cryotherapy or excision. However, for any suspicious-looking moles, we'll do a thorough evaluation and may recommend seeing a dermatologist for further evaluation.
- What kind of routine health screenings do you perform in the office?
- Dr. Damian uses routine screenings, such as blood pressure checks, cholesterol and blood sugar tests, and cancer screenings like Pap smears and referrals for mammograms and colonoscopies, as essential tools to catch health problems early.
- How do you help manage chronic conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure?
- Dr. Damian acts as your healthcare quarterback, monitoring your condition through regular check-ups, managing prescriptions, ordering necessary lab tests, and coordinating with specialists like endocrinologists or cardiologists to ensure comprehensive care.
- Can you handle minor injuries like a sprain or a small cut that needs stitches?
- Yes, Dr. Damian's practice can often handle minor injuries like sprains or small cuts needing stitches. Many family practices are equipped to treat a variety of such injuries, avoiding a trip to urgent care or the emergency room. Please call the office first to confirm Dr. Damian can treat your specific injury.
- Can my family doctor help with mental health concerns like anxiety or depression?
- Yes, Dr. Damian can help with mental health concerns like anxiety or depression. Family doctors are often the first point of contact for mental health, providing initial diagnosis, managing medications for common conditions, and referring patients to specialists when needed.
Primary Care - St. Joseph and Texas A&M Health Network (29th Street) - Bryan, TX
2210 E 29th St
Bryan TX 77802
Phone: (979) 977-0089
David Damian, MD is regulated by the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Physicians - Medical Practice Act) in Texas and is licensed by The Texas Medical Board.
National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1073565891
Registration can typically be verified through The Texas Medical Board website or by direct inquiry.
The information on this profile, provided by staging1.kellysearch.com, is for informational purposes to help you connect with local healthcare providers. It does not constitute direct medical advice from the provider named. Healthcare providers like Dr. David Damian are trained to manage a wide range of health concerns. For urgent or life-threatening emergencies, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department. Always consult with a qualified medical professional for any health concerns or before making any decisions related to your care plan.