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Dr. Erwin Winkel, MD
Urology
Dr. Erwin Winkel, MD is a urologist in The Woodlands, TX. Dr. Winkel has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal. He is affiliated with medical facilities HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood and HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
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North Houston Urology
Dr. Winkel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology
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- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
- Area of Expertise • Dr. Winkel specializes in the area of Urology. 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 • America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Winkel's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Winkel
4.8
5 Star | 91% | 91% |
4 Star | 3% | 3% |
3 Star | 1% | 1% |
2 Star | 1% | 1% |
1 Star | 4% | 4% |
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About Me
care philosophy
Dr E.C. "Chip" Winkel is committed to providing excellence in urologic care with a focus on a compassionate, patient-focused environment. A board certified urologist, Dr. Winkel is trained in leading edge technology, offering his patients access to the most up-to-date treatment options.biography
This physician is accepting telehealth visits. Before joining Spring Medical Associates Urology, Dr. E.C. "Chip" Winkel earned his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX in 1989 and his B.A. from the University of Texas in...read moreUrology
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Residency HospitalBaylor College Of Medicine
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Learn more about medical license public record checkAffiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 13
hospital awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate
View all awardsAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ (2024)
Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
77%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home7% lower than the national average
70%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well5% lower than the national average
- Recipient of 49
hospital awardsAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
77%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home7% lower than the national average
71%Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean4% higher than the national average
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