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Dr. Craig Chang, MD

Dr. Craig Chang, MD

Bariatric Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Craig Chang, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Victoria, TX and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine in 1993. He is affiliated with Citizens Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Practice

6502 Nursery Dr Ste 300 Victoria, TX 77904
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(361) 570-8585

At a Glance

  • 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
    Bariatric Surgery Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Chang's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chang

3.9
29 ratings, 24 with a written review
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Tough but fair
Telehealth
Dr. Chang will not do surgery on someone or give someone medical weight loss medication if they aren’t willing to put in the work to modify their behaviors. He told me days before surgery that if I went on a bender the weekend before surgery where I gained 10 pounds, he would not do surgery on me! That was tough but he wanted me to understand it’s a commitment from me to use the surgery as a tool to a healthy lifestyle, not the main answer. I’m a strong minded woman and we have butt heads at times, but ultimately I know he’s very passionate about his patient’s success. I appreciate that he actually cares beyond taking my money for surgery then saying “Good luck!” He wants to follow up for as long as it takes to make sure people are remaining successful for the rest of their lives, not just the first year after. People have a hard time accepting their role in their weight gain and he does not let you make excuses. He wants you to take responsibility to take control of your life.
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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Stephanie Ross – Jan 27, 2025
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Baratric Sleeve Surgery
My son is Autistic and was told he could not and would not succeed at having weight loss surgery. As the insurance believed he lacked the intelligence and ability to self manage his weight and eating lifestyle. Dr. Chang was straight forward and honest with my son he did not coddle him. Instead he directed and guided him and praised him when he made progress and encouraged him to press forward to a healthier lifestyle. One year later and 4 months post op my son has successfully lost 120 pounds. He continues to weight lift one hour a day four times a week and prepares his own meals. He is happy and healthy. Thanks to Dr. Chang and Rachel’s support he was able to break the obstacles placed before him. We are forever grateful.
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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Anthony Rogers – Feb 09, 2024
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He really cares about his patients
Dr. Chang and his staff are hard-working people. I always get a quick response, same day, from someone in the office. He utilizes telehealth visits since many of his patients are in Corpus. He is wiling to expend himself on his patients' behalf.
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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Jenny ONeill – Jan 17, 2024
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I had my surgery over a year ago and Dr Chang and his crew have been extremely helpful !! Dr Chang truly cares about his patients he explains every detail and very informative. He’s not one to just give you the surgery and be done with he is very involved and wants you to succeed before and after surgery.. Highly recommend him
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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Elsie Cancino – Jan 11, 2024
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Dr. Chang is absolutely the best. He helped me turn my life around. Not only do I feel better but I have regained my confidence. He has been there every step of the way and wants to see you succeed. That’s what I like about him he pushes you toward success.
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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Angela – Jan 11, 2024
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A Best Life Decision
Dr. Chang and his staff are there to help. 2015 I have my surgery and still follow up to keep me on track. Not only that he genuinely cares about the wellbeing of his patients. The Option to see him in person or via a call is great.
What went well
  • 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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Jan 10, 2024
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Professional and Assertive
Dr Chang cares about his patient's success. This is evident in your office visit. He goes through a few questions then provides feedback, and finally allows time to ask questions. His persistence and professionalism helps his patients succeed in their weight loss journey (my experience). He also performs a variety of other surgical and non-surgical procedures. He is a tremendous asset to have in the Victoria and Corpus areas.
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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Paige H – Jan 10, 2024
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Seeing Dr Chang saved my life! Picking up the phone to make the first appointment was a life changing expierence. I can't imagine going through this processes with any other Dr. He is truly the best.
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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Vicky – Mar 09, 2020
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Dr. Chang has operated on my twice. Once for the lapband, about 15 years ago, and for a revision to bypass about 1 year ago. Put it this way, I live in Houston, and elected him to be my surgeon amd I chose him twice. Hes a straight shooter. Cares about his clients. Expect follow ups after your surgery.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Shawn – Mar 05, 2020
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I recommend Dr Chang because is a great doctor and answers all my questions. He has helped me learn how to eat right so that I can be successful. The staff is very friendly and they get you back in a timely manner. Dr Chang also has a support group which is really helpful.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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ADELA GARCIA – Mar 05, 2020
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Dr Chang is a very straightforward doctor with your best interests at heart. He helps you make the necessary lifestyle changes BEFORE surgery so that you're ready after surgery and succeed. His staff is wonderful and friendly.
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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Hillary Rosengrant – Mar 05, 2020
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Dr Chang as well as all of his staff have been absolutely amazing from day one. Always supportive & friendly. Dr Chang offers a life changing/saving tool & I am so grateful I chose him & his staff. They have all helped my weight loss journey be successful! I highly recommend Dr Chang & his staff!
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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Wendy M – Mar 04, 2020
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Dr Chang is very informative & is all about his patients! My husband and I are both his patients. We have never had an issue with him! He is actually a great, funny, & nice guy! Joe, Erin, Lori (some of his staff) are so welcoming & amazing people! He’s the best & if you want the best, I definitely recommend him!! A big plus, he’s nice to look at! Lol
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Ruby – Feb 29, 2020
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Awesome doctor and equally awesome staff!!! I’ve had a few concerns and questions along my journey so far and everyone is always on top of answering them very promptly. I would definitely recommend him and his staff to anyone looking to go down the path to WLS.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Candice Bribiesca – Feb 29, 2020
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Dr Chang is an excellent doctor, I've lost almost 100 lbs in the last 7 months. He is also good because you can tell that he is very passionate about what he does and he truly cares about his patients. He is not afraid to be frank with you if you are not doing something right. Patients considering bariatric surgery must realize that this surgery is mainly a lifestyle change. You must eat properly, you must exercise. The surgery is just a tool that helps you with portion control. Never had a "bad" visit with him because I made the decision before I went to him for the first time that everything I had tried in my life up to that point had failed and I was committed to making a permanent lifestyle change. Because of this, Dr. Chang has never had to be frank with me or really have anything other than good things to say to me.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 29, 2020
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Outstanding Dr. and staff. I have read all of the reviews and notice that all of the bad reviews are by anonymous that don't stand behind their comments. Most of the comments are just whines. This is a process that takes real dedication and change to get the desired results, if you are not prepared to commit to that then this is not the thing for you. Dr. Chang is a straight up no nonsense person that is going to tell you like it is. He is completely committed to help with your health than your feelings. I am not saying that he doesn't care about your feelings he does, but he is not going to sway from his conviction to help guide you to a more healthy and productive life just because it might upset you a little. I do not always agree with what he says, and sometimes leave my visits somewhat emotional, but after digesting what he said, it usually make more sense that I originally thought. I know I made the right choice with DR. Chang.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Eric Luce (current patient) – Feb 28, 2020
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I don't recommend Dr. Craig G. Chang, please save yourself the disrespect and humiliation by the staff, and threats by associated lab's to force you to give them money or they will threaten you by using Dr. Craig G. Chang as a tool of authority. These Victoria Tx. doctors don't care about any of their patients or their quality of health service, they just want MONEY, Dr. Craig G Chang's office staff treat their patients like they are not even worthy to be in their doctor's office, so why bother giving them money?
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Nov 11, 2019
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It is incredibly unprofessional to have Fox News on in the waiting lobby.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 02, 2019
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Do yourself a favor and find another Surgeon. This office doesn’t have respect for patients. I was concerned when they required a 25 dollar fee to schedule a first appointment. They asked me to get there 15 minutes before the appointment, even though they send the new patient paperwork electronically and ask for it to be brought to the appointment. After 50 minutes waiting to be seen in a room, and more than an hour after my appointment time, I decided that there was no way I would let this doctor operate on me and left. It is shameful how this office mistreated me. Don’t fall in the same trap.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Oct 02, 2019
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Money driven, loves to push the number of time the insurance will pay for a visit. In the same amount of time he critiqued my soda drinking habits, I went to another surgeon had a sleep study, psych study and surgery done without the multiple visits to listen him complain I needed to stop drinking soda and start swimming before he would do my surgery. If the presurgery visits were included in the cost of my bariatric surgery, it may have only taken a month for him to do it.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Victoria, TX – Feb 17, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Very simple...do unto others as you would have them do unto you.

biography

I attended the University of Kansas for college and medical school. I attended the University of Missouri at Kansas City for my surgery residency. After this, I paid back two years to the Army as a general surgeon (also doing WLS). My family and...read more

  • Bariatric Surgery

  • General Surgery

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  • Private Practice - Solo

  • University Of Texas Southwestern

    2003

  • Ut Southwestern University Hospitals

    Fellowship Hospital, 2003

  • University Mo Truman Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2000

  • Fitzsimons Army Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1994

  • University Of Kansas School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1993

  • University Of Kansas

    Undergraduate School, 1989
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  • Abdominal wall neurofibroma presenting as an inguinal hernia., 2004

  • Comparison of the Absorption of Calcium Carbonate and Calcium Citrate after Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass., 2009

  • Is routine cholecystectomy required during laparoscopic roux-en-Y gastric bypass?, 2004

  • Case report: Pit viper envenomation in pregnancy and literature review., 2006

  • Metabolic syndrome phenotype in very obese women., 2007

  • Laparoscopic hepaticojejunostomy via PTFE-covered stent successfully achieves internal drainage of common bile duct obstruction., 2005

  • Weakness after gastric bypass., 2002

  • Case Reports—Resolution of Barrett’s Disease and Esophageal Epithelial Atypia after Gastric Bypass and LAP-BAND., 2009

  • Gastro-clip gastroplasty: A very long-term complication., 2004

  • APGARS-Acute Post-Gastric Reduction Surgery Neuropathy., 2004

  • Case report: Spontaneous liver rupture in acute steatohepatitis., 2002

  • The use of insulin and dextrose during resuscitation from hemorrhagic shock increases hepatic ATP., 2000

  • Gastric bypass—It pays to keep military hospitals busy., 2003

  • Diplomate-American Board of Surgery, 2011

  • 1989, Phi Kappa

  • Deans List, 1989

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Locations

Practice

Craig G. Chang M.D. P.A.6502 Nursery Dr Ste 300 Victoria, TX 77904
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Citizens Medical Center

    2701 Hospital Dr
    Victoria, TX 77901
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Bariatric Surgery Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bariatric (weight loss) surgery

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bariatric (weight loss) surgery

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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