Business Details
Your Trusted Family Healthcare Provider in Bay City
At Matagorda Family Practice, we are dedicated to providing personalized, holistic healthcare tailored to the unique needs of every individual in our community. Our team of experienced medical professionals prioritizes prevention, treatment, and long-term wellness through a collaborative approach that values cultural sensitivity and cost-effective solutions. With two convenient locations in Bay City and Palacios, Texas, we strive to be the trusted healthcare partner for Matagorda County residents.Our mission drives us to deliver excellence in medical care while fostering education, professional growth, and a healthy environment for patients and staff alike. For over two decades, we have remained committed to integrity, responsibility, and respect in all aspects of our practice.
Services
COPD & Asthma Care
Family Planning
Gynecology
Botox Cosmetic Treatments
General Wellness Exams
Prevention & Wellness
Work/School Exams
Minor Ambulatory Procedures
Chronic Disease Management
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized, patient-centered healthcare for all ages.
- Our team includes board-certified physicians and advanced practice providers.
- We specialize in preventive medicine and chronic disease management.
- Two convenient locations serving Bay City and Palacios communities.
- We prioritize cultural sensitivity and community-focused medical practices.
Services
COPD & Asthma Care
Our practice specializes in comprehensive management of chronic respiratory conditions through personalized treatment plans. We offer diagnostic testing, medication management, and lifestyle guidance to improve lung function. Patients receive ongoing support to control symptoms and reduce exacerbations.
Family Planning
We provide confidential family planning services including contraceptive counseling and pregnancy testing. Our providers offer education on birth control options and reproductive health maintenance. Care is tailored to individual health needs and life goals.
Gynecology
Our gynecological services include annual exams, pap smears, and menopause management. We address menstrual disorders, infections, and preventive screenings for women of all ages. Patients receive compassionate care in a comfortable environment.
General Wellness Exams
We conduct thorough physical examinations and health risk assessments for all age groups. Services include vital sign monitoring, lab work, and preventive screenings. These exams help maintain wellness and detect potential health issues early.
Chronic Disease Management
Our team manages chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension through regular monitoring and treatment adjustments. We focus on patient education and lifestyle modifications to improve quality of life. Coordinated care helps prevent complications and hospitalizations.
People
Bruce A. Barker, DO
Physician
Dr. Bruce Barker provides comprehensive family medicine care with a focus on preventive health. He treats patients of all ages with personalized attention to their medical needs.
Shanna L. Bellamy, FNP-C
Family Nurse Practitioner
Shanna Bellamy offers primary care services with board-certified expertise in family health. She specializes in chronic disease management and preventive medicine for local residents.
Barbara Hayes, DNP, FNP-C
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Dr. Barbara Hayes delivers evidence-based primary care with advanced training in family health. Her practice emphasizes patient education and holistic treatment approaches for improved outcomes.
Natalie Roman, FNP-C
Family Nurse Practitioner
Natalie Roman provides compassionate family healthcare services including wellness exams and chronic condition management. She focuses on building long-term patient relationships for better health outcomes.
Emily Medley, FNP-C
Family Nurse Practitioner
Emily Medley offers primary care services with expertise in preventive medicine. She joined our team to expand access to quality healthcare for Matagorda County residents.
Questions
What services does Matagorda Family Practice offer?
We provide primary care, chronic disease management, wellness exams, gynecology, family planning, and respiratory care at our Bay City and Palacios locations.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Request appointments online through our patient portal or call 979-323-9752 for Bay City or 361-972-0095 for Palacios offices.
Do you accept new patients?
Yes, we welcome new patients at both locations and offer same-day sick visits when available.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept most major insurance plans including Medicare, Medicaid, and private commercial insurance. Contact our office for specific plan verification.
Are telehealth visits available?
Yes, we offer secure video visits for non-emergency medical concerns through our patient portal system.
What are your office hours?
Both locations operate Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. We're closed weekends and major holidays.
Reviews (5)
Hearing Home Solutions
Dec 25, 2020
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Great people and clinic except for one bad experience of being treated very rude misdiagnosed my nausea spells for anxiety when in fact i had a life threatening heart issue occurring. Shannon Bellamy insisted i was just having anxiety and refused to conduct testing needed
James Cohenour Jim Bob
Nov 14, 2020
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I have had excellent treatment for the most part from all the doctors and PA's the have had on staff this includes Dr. Barker, Natalie and the others having always gotten cheerful personalities with a very personalized detailed visit paying close attention to my medical needs and problems with the exception of one PA that I refuse to see anymore due to getting the impression that i am not being listened to and treated more like a number than a person with a cold non empathetic demeanor PA Shannon Bellamy has seen me several times but all of which were the only negative experiences I have ever incoutered
Tony Tincher
Jan 27, 2020
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Just had my first visit with this office. Simply put.. Amazing.. Great folks.. Caring and attentive not to mention that not only do they listen... They Hear... Great folks. Look forward having them as our Family Dr.
Brian Peng
Oct 27, 2018
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Dr. Joe is an angel to us. He is a doctor with both a benevolent mind and heart. I pray God to bless him abundantly. He truly changed our foreign guests' impression about the screwed up American medical system.
Margie Carson
Nov 24, 2016
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This group goes out of its way to help not just medically but also explains everything to help me understand. Everyone is SO GREAT.