Katherine Marie Kester, MD
A member of Texas Health Physicians Group
Katherine Marie Kester, MD
Sports Medicine
Family Medicine
Ste 100
Allen, TX 75013-5982
About Me
Specialties
Sports Medicine
Family Medicine
Hospital Affiliations
Texas Health Allen
Gender
F
Languages
English
Education
John Peter Smith Hospital Sports Medicine Program - Fellowship - 2018
John Peter Smith Hospital Tarrant County Hospital District Program - Residency - 2017
Texas A&M University College of Medicine - Medical Education - 2014
Bio
Dr. Katherine Kester is a board-certified family physician fellowship-trained in primary care sports medicine. Her areas of special interest and focus include comprehensive concussion care, nonsurgical treatment of osteoarthritis, and acute muscular injuries.
As a primary care sports medicine physician, Dr. Katherine Kester believes that better health leads to better performance — in sports and in life. She currently serves on the medical staff for FC Dallas and Collin College, as well as several local high schools. She has previously provided medical coverage for the CONCACAF Gold Cup and She Believes Cups, other international soccer matches, and multiple NCAA Championship events (FCS Football, Basketball, and Gymnastics). She has previously served on the medical staffs for TCU, FWISD, Arlington ISD, National Collegiate Wrestling Championships, and Golden Gloves Boxing.
Dr. Kester is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, Texas Medical Association, and the Texas Academy of Family Physicians.
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4.9 out of 5 (119 Ratings, 30 Comments)
Mar 2026The staff is very friendly and helpful.Mar 2026Dr Kester is the best. She is concerned and takes time to listen to your problems.Mar 2026It was all perfect, especially being seen right on time for my 2:00 appointment!Mar 2026Very goodMar 2026Very goodMar 2026Exceptional. I wish we would have developed this relationship and medical expertise pre injury. But am confident we are being care for with the best provider.Mar 2026Dr. Kester (and ALL of the staff encountered) always do a fantastic job answering all of my questions in a way that doesn't feel rushed at all - she makes sure she's answered everything I'm wondering about. This has happened at every single visit. I feel heard, understood. Best office staff, too. I wish every doctor practice worked as seamlessly as this one!Mar 2026Everything went very well. The doctor told me about my shot and it was pain free.Mar 2026Great experience !Mar 2026Dr Kester listened to me describe my issue, and asked clarifying questions. Her explanations and descriptions were easy to understand, and she gave me ample time for questions.Mar 2026They were friendly and compatantMar 2026I had questions about how the dr was going to do the procedure that differs from my past dr. She addressed it and explained in a kind and thoughtful manner.Mar 2026Excellent!!!Mar 2026Listened, caring, great explanation of care !!!Mar 2026Great experience!Mar 2026Great experience!Feb 2026Excellent providerFeb 2026Love Texas Health. Best staff.Feb 2026Great experience.Feb 2026Great officeFeb 2026Ease of giving an overview of my situation in language I could understand and possible options to the path forwardJan 2026Caring and understanding always! The best!Jan 2026Dr. Katherine Kester and her entire staff are fantastic!Jan 2026Dr Kester is great. She listens and explains the situation. Then offers treatment suggestions. Her assistants are great too.Jan 2026I was extremely impressed with the entire office and especially Dr. Kester. She was very personable, knowledgeable, direct and kind.Jan 2026Very attentive to listen to my concernsJan 2026Clearly a strong team.Jan 2026This visit exceeded all expectations.Dec 2025From scheduling to x-ray and physician visit, they know how to run a smooth patient experience.Dec 2025My visit was top notch. I would recommend this practice/Dr. Kester to friends & family. Their scheduling process is a quick turn around / they are very responsive.