About Alejandro Rios Tovar
Dr. Alejandro RiosTovar is a board-certified general and surgical critical care surgeon with extensive expertise in minimally invasive procedures. He specializes in the care of trauma-injured and critically ill patients, drawing on more than a decade of experience to provide advanced surgical treatment. His clinical practice encompasses trauma surgery, abdominal hernias, gallbladder disease, and colorectal conditions. Dedicated to patient-centered care, Dr. Tovar prioritizes educating his patients about their treatment options, ensuring they understand both the benefits and potential risks to make informed decisions. He takes great pride in optimizing outcomes and helping patients return to the activities they value most. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Tovar serves as Associate Trauma Medical Director at the University Medical Center of El Paso. He is also a course director for Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), where he trains and mentors local healthcare providers in life-saving techniques. To learn more or to book an appointment with Dr. Rios Tovar, please call 956-507-1920.
Specialties
General Surgery
Language(s)
English, Spanish
Education
Methodist Health System Dallas Program
University of Texas Health Science Center of San Antonio
Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program
University of Texas Health Science Center of San Antonio
Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program
Hospitals & Affiliations
Valley Baptist - Harlingen
Surgical Specialists Valley Baptist Physician Network
Address
2121 Pease Street
404
Harlingen, TX 78550
Phone
05/11/2026
Good
05/11/2026
They treated me very well
03/10/2026
Excellent experience.
03/10/2026
Excellent. Oscar deserves a raise.
03/10/2026
Very professional and helpful
03/10/2026
Excellent office staff and Dr and Assistant.
03/03/2026
They young man that helped not only listened, showed concern, and was helpful, but his positive attitude was very comforting.
03/03/2026
I was very impressed at how quickly we got an appointment. Truly helped ease worry during a stressful time.
03/03/2026
The entire staff from reception, to nurse, to the doctor were very kind, knowledgeable, and helpful.
03/03/2026
The doctor was very thorough, addressed all concerns, was informative and compassionate.
03/01/2026
Dr Tovar answered all my concerns.
03/01/2026
Oscar did a great job of informing me everything
03/01/2026
Great staff nurses and doctor
Surgical Specialists Valley Baptist Physician Network
Address
2121 Pease Street, 404, Harlingen, TX 78550