Robert J. Koval, MD
Board-Certified in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
Dr. Robert Koval, Jr. is a Rheumatologist who is board-certified in both Internal Medicine and Rheumatology. At Texas Orthopedics, he specializes in treating autoimmune and inflammatory disorders that affect the bones, muscles, and joints. These conditions include osteoporosis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Many patients with particularly challenging cases of arthritis have been referred to Dr. Koval for an evaluation. With his expertise in the field, patients benefit from effective solutions that can enhance their condition and quality of life.
Dr. Koval completed his undergraduate degree from the University of Texas in Austin, and his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School at Houston. He completed both his residency in Internal Medicine and his fellowship training in Rheumatology at the University of Colorado in Denver.
In addition to seeing patients at Texas Orthopedics, he volunteers as a consultant at the Samaritan Health Ministries in Cedar Park. Outside of his medical practice, he enjoys spending time with his wife Erin and their two young children, as well as, watching and attending sporting events (Hook’em Horns!), traveling, and many outdoor activities.
Dr. Koval was voted by his peers to the Texas Monthly Super Doctors Rising Stars list in 2018-2020, and the Super Doctors list in 2021 through 2024. He was also recognized as a Top Doctor by Austin Monthly from 2022-2025, and he has been a Castle Connolly Top Doctor since 2020.
Dr. Koval is featured in HealthCentral’s article “Can You Take Methotrexate and NSAIDs Together?” published in May 2023.
Dr. Koval often educates his patients on the importance of an anti-inflammatory diet which can help reduce symptoms and flare-ups. Read Dr. Koval’s blog post here.
Dr. Robert Koval is interviewed by Spectrum News about arthritis and infusion therapy. This interview includes a candid visit with one of Dr. Koval’s patients who is a long-time sufferer of arthritis and how she is overcoming her diagnosis in order to continue working as an artist.
Dr. Robert Koval speaks Spanish and sees patients at the Leander and Northwest Austin offices of Texas Orthopedics. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Koval, please call (512) 485-0516 or request an appointment online.
Important Note
Our Rheumatologists are referral based physicians. Referrals from a treating physician with a Rheumatology diagnosis stated is required prior to scheduling if you are a new patient. Thank you.
- Undergraduate Education:
- University of Texas at Austin
- Medical School:
- University of Texas at Houston Medical School, Houston, TX
- Residency:
- Internal Medicine, University of Colorado, Denver, CO
- Fellowship:
- Rheumatology, University of Colorado, Denver, CO
- Board Certified:
- American Board of Internal Medicine
Meet Megan Passe, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner for Dr. Robert Koval
Megan Passe, FNP-C comes to Texas Orthopedics with 15 years of general family practice experience in the Cedar Park and Leander area. She graduated from the University of Texas in Austin with both her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing and her Master’s of Science in Nursing and proudly displays her Hook’Em Horns! Megan is excited to join Dr. Robert Koval and Texas Orthopedics and serve her community in a new realm.
Megan lives in Leander with her husband and three very active children and enjoys watching them participate in sports, dance and piano. In her free time she enjoys running, playing soccer, reading, traveling, learning the piano and scuba diving when she can get away.
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Dr. Robert Koval speaks Spanish and sees patients at the Leander and Northwest Austin office of Texas Orthopedics. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Koval, please call (512) 485-0516 or request an appointment online.
