Coryell Health has added two family medicine physicians — Dr. Amy Chung and Dr. Shrey Goel — to its clinical staff, the health system announced, assigning both providers to the Waco clinic and Gatesville Medical Clinic, Building 2. According to provider profiles released by the system, Chung and Goel bring patient‑first philosophies that emphasize relationship‑based care, shared decision‑making and management of common acute and chronic conditions. Appointments are available by calling the clinics listed in the release.

The arrival of two new family physicians is significant for local residents who rely on accessible primary care for prevention, chronic disease management and acute health needs. Family medicine clinicians serve as frontline providers who coordinate care, prescribe and adjust long‑term treatments, and help patients navigate specialty referrals. Expanding the cadre of family doctors can reduce pressure on emergency departments, shorten wait times for routine appointments and improve continuity of care for patients with long‑term conditions.

Both Chung and Goel completed their residency at Waco Family Medicine, underscoring the role of regional training programs in building the local health workforce. Retaining clinicians who trained in the area can help stabilize staffing in community clinics and contribute to culturally competent, place‑based care. For Coryell County residents, having providers who will practice in both Gatesville and nearby Waco increases geographic options for care, which can be particularly important for individuals with limited transportation, irregular work schedules or caregiving responsibilities.

The physician profiles released by Coryell Health note an emphasis on shared decision‑making, a model that involves patients in treatment choices and supports tailored care plans. That approach is associated with improved adherence and greater patient satisfaction, particularly for management of chronic illnesses like diabetes and hypertension and for decisions about preventive services. Community access to relationship‑focused primary care can also help address health disparities by providing longitudinal care that is responsive to social needs and barriers.

While the announcement did not include a timeline for expanded appointment availability, Coryell Health directed patients to schedule through the clinics named in the release. The system’s addition of two primary care providers can be viewed in the context of broader efforts to strengthen rural and semi‑rural health infrastructure, where workforce shortages and transportation barriers often limit access to routine care.

For residents seeking care, the practical effect should be increased appointment options and the opportunity to establish ongoing relationships with primary care providers who prioritize collaborative care and chronic disease management. As Coryell Health integrates these new physicians into clinic schedules, community members can expect incremental improvements in access and continuity that support both individual health and broader public health outcomes.