Overview
Dr. Alexander Sparkman-Royo earned an undergraduate degree in biology and Spanish from Houston Christian University and his medical degree from McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. He completed his family medicine residency with Saint Louis University–Southwest Illinois Family Medicine Residency program at Scott Air Force Base and O’Fallon, Ill. Dr. Sparkman-Royo, who is board-certified in family medicine, sees patients of all ages and speaks Spanish. He takes care of routine medical needs, including preventive medicine and improving or maintaining health, as well as acute medical issues like colds and injuries and chronic medical issues like diabetes, high blood pressure and thyroid. His primary clinical interests include working with people with special needs such as autism, Down’s syndrome and cerebral palsy; mental health issues such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), depression and anxiety; and physical injuries. His expertise includes medical acupuncture, minor skin procedures, joint injections, toenail removal and birth control implant placement and removal. Dr. Sparkman-Royo uses a collaborative approach to care, taking time to find out what is bothering patients and how it affects them and their goals. He uses that understanding to make a diagnosis and develop a treatment plan that aligns with each patient’s goals.
His clinical expertise encompasses Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Familial Cold Autoinflammatory Syndrome, and Down Syndrome.
Dr. Sparkman is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alexander Sparkman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Sparkman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alexander Sparkman by calling their office at 281-325-4100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alexander Sparkman a top-rated expert for Autism Spectrum Disorder?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alexander Sparkman is classified as an Experienced expert for Autism Spectrum Disorder, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Alexander Sparkman specialize in?
While Dr. Alexander Sparkman is a Family Medicine, they have specific expertise in Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, and Familial Cold Autoinflammatory Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Family Medicine.
Does Dr. Alexander Sparkman accept my insurance?
Dr. Alexander Sparkman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 281-325-4100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- 15q11.2 MicrodeletionDr. Sparkman isExperienced. Learn about 15q11.2 Microdeletion.
- Autism Spectrum DisorderDr. Sparkman isExperienced. Learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Cerebral PalsyDr. Sparkman isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Palsy.
- CirrhosisDr. Sparkman isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
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- Down SyndromeDr. Sparkman isExperienced. Learn about Down Syndrome.