Summary

Frank Velez, MD, is a general surgeon who earned his medical degree at the Universidad Central del Caribe Medical School in Bayamón, Puerto Rico. He completed his residency training in general surgery at the University of South Florida Morsani School of Medicine in Tampa, Florida. Since 2019, Dr. Velez has been in private practice serving the Rio Grande Valley, TX. He is the author of numerous peer-reviewed print and video publications, abstracts and presentations. He also has extensive research experience. Dr. Velez speaks English and Spanish and provides whole-person care to his patients, treating body, mind and spirit.
As a General Surgeon, my care philosophy is based on providing the highest quality of care to my patients. I believe in treating each patient with compassion, empathy, and respect. Adopting the latest advancements in surgical techniques and technology, my patients will receive the highest standards in health care. With an effective communication, and collaboration with other providers, each of my patients will receive an individually tailored treatment addressing their specific needs.
Traveling, concerts, movies, Lego aficionado, fitness, sneakers, and my family.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 16 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of South Florida Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Frank Velez has 2 locations

AdventHealth Medical Group General Surgery at Orange City

1061 Medical Center Dr Ste 300Orange City, FL 32763
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Orange City , FLSarasota , FLGulf Breeze , FLTallahassee , FL
Med School: University Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine Med School: American University Of Beirut Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Frank Velez

  • Aetna
  • Allwell
  • Ambetter
  • America's 1st Choice
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Driscoll Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Florida Health Care Plans
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Independence Health Plan (TIHP)
  • Texas Independence Health Plan (TIHP) - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - HMO
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Frank Velez has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Frank Velez has the following area of expertise

  • General Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, Florida, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of South Florida Medical Center

Medical School

University Central Del Caribe School Of MedicineGraduated in 2011
University Of South Florida College Of MedicineGraduated in 2010

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Frank Velez's office located?
Dr. Frank Velez's office is located at 1061 Medical Center Dr Ste 300, Orange City, FL, 32763.
Does Dr. Frank Velez accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Frank Velez accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Frank Velez?
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What languages does Dr. Frank Velez speak?
Dr. Frank Velez speaks English.
Does Dr. Frank Velez accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Frank Velez has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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