Dr. Fernandez attended the University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine and subsequently trained at Scott and White Healthcare for residency. He has a 5.0 out of 5 star average patient rating. Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield Bronze, and Blue Cross Blue Shield Gold are among the insurance carriers that Dr. Fernandez honors. His distinctions include: Nominee, 2010, Distinguished Surgeon Austin Area Association of periOperative Registered Nurses-AORN; People Living through Cancer, Inc., "People's Caring Award," Nominated two years in a row, 2005-2006; and T.F. Bunkley Resident Research, Best Presentation Award. He speaks Spanish. Dr. Fernandez is professionally affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Health - Central Texas.