About
Dr. Claire Zengerle is a licensed family medicine physician and Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine practicing in Cuero, Texas. She earned her medical degree from the University of North Texas Health Science Center College of Osteopathic Medicine, formerly known as Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine. Before opening her own clinic, she built her clinical experience across several regional institutions. She worked at Cuero Regional Hospital, the VA Outpatient Clinic in Victoria, and Lavaca Medical Center in Hallettsville. She also served as a co-owner of Cuero Medical Associates.
Dr. Zengerle founded Zengerle Medical Clinic to bring straightforward, patient-centered family medicine to rural DeWitt County. She treats a broad range of conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, asthma, COPD, arthritis, skin conditions, and long-haul COVID. Her osteopathic training informs her care of patients with back pain, joint pain, and musculoskeletal issues through osteopathic manipulative treatment. She believes every patient deserves a voice and a personalized plan. Nobody leaves her clinic without a real solution. Her husband Daniel serves as the clinic's Office Manager. Outside medicine, Dr. Zengerle enjoys biking, jogging, camping, hunting, keeping horses, and collecting books. She and Daniel love the rural life around Cuero and plan to stay rooted in the community.
Education & Training
Medical School
University of North Texas Health Science Center College of Osteopathic Medicine (Formerly: Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine)
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Zengerle right for?
Dr. Zengerle works well for patients of all ages seeking a primary care physician in rural South Texas. Adults managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, or COPD benefit from her hands-on, preventive approach. She also treats patients dealing with respiratory conditions, skin issues, and musculoskeletal pain using osteopathic manipulative treatment. Patients who want direct access to their doctor and transparent, predictable pricing will find her membership model a natural fit. Her telehealth reach across Texas makes her a strong option for patients who cannot always come in person.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Zengerle treats a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. Her areas of focus include diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, arthritis, asthma, COPD, allergies, acne, skin conditions, and both early and long-haul COVID-19. She also addresses back pain, joint pain, and sprains using osteopathic manipulative treatment.
Dr. Zengerle holds a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree. She graduated from the University of North Texas Health Science Center College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her osteopathic training allows her to offer OMT alongside standard family medicine care.
Dr. Zengerle takes a caring but no-nonsense approach. She gives patients honest medical advice without softening difficult truths. She believes every patient deserves a voice, so she listens carefully and builds a personalized treatment plan. No patient leaves her clinic without a workable solution.
Yes. Dr. Zengerle provides telehealth visits to members through a HIPAA-compliant app. She extends virtual care across all of Texas, making her accessible to patients well beyond the Cuero area. Telemedicine visits cost $10 for members.
Dr. Zengerle handles a broad range of in-office procedures. These include laceration repair, abscess drainage, ear lavage, lesion removal, wart removal, joint injections, nebulizer treatments, punch biopsies, and pap smears. She also performs EKGs and administers osteopathic manipulative treatment.
Dr. Zengerle built her career across several South Texas institutions before founding her own practice. She worked at Cuero Regional Hospital, the VA Outpatient Clinic in Victoria, and Lavaca Medical Center in Hallettsville. She also served as a co-owner of Cuero Medical Associates.
Dr. Zengerle rarely prescribes stimulants, benzodiazepines, or opioids. The clinic does not provide chronic pain management or drug and alcohol rehabilitation services. Patients who need those services will receive a referral to an appropriate provider.
Yes, Dr. Zengerle welcomes patients of all ages, including children. The clinic provides separate intake forms for pediatric patients. Parents should note that the clinic does not offer pediatric immunizations.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026