About
Christopher Abel, MD serves as Chief Operating Officer of Cooper Clinic and Medical Director of Cooper Clinic Platinum, the practice's direct medicine concierge program. He earned a Bachelor of Science from Texas A&M University and his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. He completed his internal medicine residency at the same institution and holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine.
In his Platinum Medical Director role, Dr. Abel oversees the clinical delivery of year-round primary, preventive, and acute care for Platinum members, including 24/7 physician access and same-day appointments. His training in internal medicine grounds the Platinum program's approach to managing complex, ongoing patient health needs.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Texas A&M University, Bachelor of Science
Medical School
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Certifications
Who is Dr. Abel right for?
Dr. Christopher Abel is an excellent fit for adults who want year-round primary and preventive care through the Cooper Clinic Platinum program. Patients managing ongoing or complex internal medicine concerns benefit from his board-certified internal medicine background. Those who want same-day access and 24/7 physician availability will find his Platinum program well matched to those needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Abel specializes in Internal Medicine and holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He applies that training to his role overseeing the Cooper Clinic Platinum direct medicine program.
Dr. Abel serves as Chief Operating Officer and Medical Director of Cooper Clinic Platinum. In the Platinum role, he oversees the delivery of concierge-level preventive, primary, and acute care for members.
Dr. Abel earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. He also completed his internal medicine residency there. He earned his undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University.
The Cooper Clinic Platinum program provides members with 12 months of preventive, primary, and acute care. Members receive 24/7 phone, text, and email access to a board-certified physician, same-day or next business day appointments, in-house lab and imaging services, and a complimentary Cooper Fitness Center membership.
Yes. The American Board of Internal Medicine has certified Dr. Abel in Internal Medicine. His certification reflects his training and residency completed at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.
Doctor profile last updated June 9, 2026