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Dr. Dominique Vande Maele, MD

Dr. Dominique Vande Maele, MD

Colorectal Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Dominique Vande Maele, MD is a colorectal surgeon in Brownsville, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF LOUVAIN in 1987. He is affiliated with Valley Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 49 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (49 reviews)
Telehealth AvailableAccepting New Patients
100 E Alton Gloor Blvd Bldg C Ste 260
Brownsville, TX 78526

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise • Dr. Vande Maele specializes in the area of Colon & Rectal Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital • Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Vande Maele's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vande Maele

4.9
49 ratings, 31 with a written review
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Life saver he did surgery on me for colon cancer and appendix cancer I feel anyone else I would not be writing this hopefully he can see my wife for endoscopy.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Juan M Castro – Apr 25, 2024
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I got excellent treatment with Dr.Vande Maele , I had surgery and i recuperated from surgery really good, Office staff was really nice as well .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Maria Elena Cantu – Jun 22, 2022
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Excellent patient care. Very professional.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Miguel – Jul 11, 2021
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Everyone very professional, very secure, organize, smiles, and organize
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sergio Ramirez – Dec 31, 2020
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Staff is very friendly and helpful. Dr. Maele takes the time to explain the reasons for my medical care and that is reassuring.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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P. Crow – Dec 31, 2020
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Dr. Vande Maele has been my Dr. for over four years. In that time I have been though surgery for a hernia repair, gallbladder removal, cancerous portion of my colon removed, and three colonoscopies. On each occasion I was treated with the highest level of dignity and respect. Dr. Vande Maele is truly gifted surgeon and a professional in the truest since of the word. I would not hesitate to recommend him to any of my friends or family.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Harold D. – Jul 18, 2020
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I was referred by Dr. Irina Minina. I am having an issue with loose stool. I will be having a colonoscopy.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Charles Hoskins – Jul 14, 2020
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I recommend 100% Dr. Maele ,him and staff are real professionals. You can notice that they care about you and you health.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Pedro Ozuna – Jun 30, 2020
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Really satisfied with the inviroment and how doctor explain me very well my next step on my health
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 24, 2020
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He did a great job. Just what he said. 1st day after surgery felt relief. He’s good, his wait times are less than 20 minutes. This is how healthcare is supposed to be.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Robert Mc – May 10, 2020
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Great doctor with a lot of knowledge very professional I highly recommend him So much that my wife is not a patient of him
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 01, 2020
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Dr. Vande Maele is great. He listens to you & works long hours. He came to my hospital room at 11:00pm to check on me before my morning surgery. In fact, I teased him to go home & get some sleep before my operation1
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Arlene Stelzer – Feb 01, 2020
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My visit was on time as scheduled, the doctor listened to my issue, and scheduled the appropriate test. I was able to have the test two days later. Excellent service. I get the report next week. I was referred to Dr. Vande Maele by my cardiologist who has known him for over 20 years. I was very impressed, and hope to use Dr. Vande Maele for many years to come.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sopadredon – Dec 24, 2019
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My wife and I went to see Dr. Vande Maele back in September, after I was diagnosed with colon cancer. My surgery was done with robotics, i have 4 tiny incisions. Minimal pain, out of the hospital quickly and, back at work after two weeks. He was at the hospital early to visit and always had the answers we needed. No long wait in his office, and the staff was so kind. THANK YOU ALL!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Walter Ray Le Blanc Sr. – Dec 06, 2019
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Dr. Vande Meale is very professional. I like that both of my appointments have been a good experience. My first appointment I went in about 15 minute wait. My second appointment was about a 10 minute wait. Once inside the patient room I only waited for about 5 minutes and the Dr. came in. The only complaint is that he seems very busy and rushes out before I had a chance to ask more questions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jay – Sep 20, 2019
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I would definitely recommend Dr Vande Maele. He is very professional, courteous and genuinely interested in your health. His office staff are also the best at what they do.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 18, 2019
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Great Doc very thorough! Good bedside manner!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 02, 2019
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Dr. Maela and his staff were very friendly and kind also very professional.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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James L. Brockman in Port Isabel, TX – Jun 27, 2019
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My appointment with Dr. Vande Maele was great . He understood that I had been waiting for a long time for my problem to be answered.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Bernice Garza in Brownsville, TX – Jun 14, 2019
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The staff at Dr. Vande Meale was courteous and professional. They listened to my needs and explained everything throughly. I was very happy. I will recommend my friends and family members to this facility. Keep up the good work!!! Thank you Linda for your excellent service.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Elizabeth Garcia in Briwnsville, TX – Jun 08, 2019
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biography

Dominique Vande Maele, MD, received his Doctorate of Medicine from the Catholic University of Louvain in Belgium in 1987. Dr. Vande Maele completed his residency in general surgery at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City in 1995. Dr. Vande...read more

  • Colorectal Surgery

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  • St. Vincent Health Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • University Of Texas Health Science Center At Houston

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Mount Sinai Beth Israel

    Residency Hospital

  • Beth Israel Medical Center

    Internship Hospital

  • Catholic University Of Louvain

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery®
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Colon & Rectal Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Valley Regional Medical Center

    100 E Alton Gloor Blvd # A
    Brownsville, TX 78526
    Recipient of 17
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    77%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    6% higher than the national average

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