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Dr. Rene Franco, MD

Dr. Rene Franco, MD

Pulmonary Disease*

Dr. Rene Franco, MD is a pulmonologist in Corpus Christi, TX. Dr. Franco has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease and Interstitial Lung Disease. He is affiliated with Corpus Christi Medical Center Doctors Regional. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 4 Star Rating (4 reviews)

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Corpus Christi Medical Center-Doctors Regional

Locations

Bayside Pulmonology

Bayside Pulmonology3302 S Alameda St Corpus Christi, TX 78411
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Franco is affiliated with Corpus Christi Medical Center Doctors Regional Corpus Christi, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Franco specializes in the areas of Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine & Pulmonary Disease. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Franco's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Franco

4.0

4 ratings, 4 with a written review
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4 Star
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1 Star
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Linnie – Jan 27, 2025
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Bonnie – Mar 31, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 22, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Jul 10, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Rene Franco, MD is a pulmonologist in Corpus Christi, TX. Dr. Franco has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease and Interstitial Lung Disease. He is affiliated with Corpus Christi Medical Center Doctors Regional. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Pulmonary Disease

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Critical Care Medicine
Internal Medicine
Pulmonary Disease
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Corpus Christi Medical Center Doctors Regional

    3315 S Alameda St
    Corpus Christi, TX 78411
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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