Summary

Dr. Stuart Melcer is a surgeon who specializes in general surgery with extensive experience treating various surgical conditions. He earned his medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science and brings 38 years of surgical expertise to his practice. Dr. Melcer is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Melcer practices at Northwest Medical Center in Tucson, Arizona, and maintains hospital privileges at Oro Valley Hospital. His surgical focus includes treating hernias, particularly ventral hernias, inguinal hernias, and sports-related hernias. He performs hernia repair surgeries using both traditional and minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques, and he also provides specialized hernia repair surgery for pediatric patients. Patients have given Dr. Melcer an average rating of 3.9.

AI-generated from data on this provider profile.

Quick Facts

  • 3.9
  • 38 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Northwest Medical Center

6200 N La Cholla BlvdTucson, AZ 85741

Compare with Similar Doctors

Dr. Stuart I. Melcer, MD
Dr. Kyung Hoon Chung, DDS
Dr. Devin Thomas Ruane-Oconnor, MD
Dr. Grant Dakota Senner
Dr. Stuart I. Melcer, MDDr. Kyung Hoon Chung, DDSDr. Devin Thomas Ruane-Oconnor, MDDr. Grant Dakota Senner
SurgeryOral & Maxillofacial SurgeryCritical Care MedicineOther
3.9 
38 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English
Tucson , AZPhoenix , AZPhoenix , AZTucson , AZ
Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Arizona College Of Medicine-Phoenix Med School: University Of Arizona College Of Medicine
Current Profile
View Profile View Profile View Profile

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Stuart I. Melcer

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • University of Arizona Health Plans

Medical Specialties

Dr. Stuart I. Melcer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Stuart I. Melcer has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & SciencesGraduated in 1988

Similar doctors

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Stuart Melcer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Stuart Melcer accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stuart Melcer affiliated with?
Dr. Stuart Melcer is affiliated with Oro Valley Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Stuart Melcer speak?
Dr. Stuart Melcer speaks Spanish and English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Stuart Melcer?
You can find contact information for Dr. Stuart Melcer here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Stuart Melcer's office located?
Dr. Stuart Melcer's office is located at 6200 N La Cholla Blvd, Tucson, AZ, 85741.

Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews

Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.

Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.

Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.