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Dr. Cara Govednik, MD

Dr. Cara Govednik, MD

General Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Cara Govednik, MD is a general surgeon in Temple, TX and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine in 2008. She is affiliated with medical facilities Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Round Rock and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Temple. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 3 reviews 5 Star Rating (3 reviews)

Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple

2401 S 31st St Temple, TX 76508
Telehealth available

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(254) 724-5918

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Govednik is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Round Rock Round Rock, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Govednik specializes in the area of General 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
    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Govednik's Reviews

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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Govednik received her medical degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, TX, where she was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society in her third year. She completed her post-graduate surgical training...read more

biography

Dr. Govednik received her medical degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, TX, where she was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society in her third year. She completed her post-graduate surgical training...read more

  • General Surgery

  • Surgical Oncology

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  • Baylor University

    Undergraduate School

  • Scott And White Memorial Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2014

  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At San Antonio Long School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2008
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Round Rock

    300 University Blvd
    Round Rock, TX 78665
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    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.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Temple

    2401 S 31st St
    Temple, TX 76508
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    View all awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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