Dr. William E. Prater Retirement

Stephens Memorial Hospital is announcing the retirement of Dr. William E. Prater, MD. Dr. Prater’s last day was Thursday, January 29, 2026 after more than 40 years as a physician and over 35 years of caring for his patients in Breckenridge. He has been a cornerstone of our medical community during that time and his presence will be missed!

Patients are encouraged to contact Breckenridge Medical Center to set up a seamless transition to one of our other providers including Dr. Kelli Windsor, DO; Barbara Medina, PA; Becky McIntire, FNP; and Amy Walker, FNP. If patients need a copy of their medical records, they may request them by completing a medical records request form from the Medical Center at 101 S Hartford St, Breckenridge, TX 76424 or calling 254-559-3363. In addition, we are actively recruiting physicians to move to Breckenridge and establish their practice at Breckenridge Medical Center to continue the legacy of Dr. Prater, Breckenridge Medical Center, & Stephens Memorial Hospital.

Dr. Prater earned his board-certification in Family Practice in 1985, has membership in the Texas Medical Association, and has been practicing in Breckenridge since July of 1990. He received his Bachelor of Science from Texas A&M University and completed his Doctor of Medicine Degree at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, and his residency in Family Practice at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth.

Our community has been privileged to have Dr. Prater for these 35+ years as he has delivered many babies, performed multiple surgeries, and had a deep connection with all his patients, especially the elderly. He has won several People’s Choice Awards, has served as Chief of Staff, and has represented Stephens Memorial Hospital and Breckenridge Medical Center on other committees and boards.

Stephens Memorial Hospital and Breckenridge Medical Center would like to thank Dr. Prater for his dedication to our Hospital District and especially the many patients that received his care. We wish Dr. Prater the very best in his retirement!