Summary

Dr. Brenda Velasco specializes in gastroenterology, focusing on digestive health and related conditions. She earned her medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and has been practicing for 23 years. Dr. Velasco is fluent in Russian and Spanish.

Dr. Velasco is affiliated with Virtua Marlton Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout New Jersey, including Haddon Heights, Voorhees, Mount Holly, and Marlton. She treats patients with hemorrhoids, colon polyps, and gastritis. Her procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and both upper and lower GI endoscopies to diagnose and treat digestive conditions. Patients have rated her 4.1 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 23 years of experience
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Russian, Spanish
  • Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai
  • 11 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 53 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Brenda Raquel Velasco has 5 locations

Virtua Gastroenterology Haddon Heights

217 White Horse PikeHaddon Heights, NJ 08035
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

Virtua Voorhees Hospital

100 Bowman DrVoorhees, NJ 08043

Virtua Mount Holly Hospital

175 Madison AveMount Holly, NJ 08060

Centennial Surgery Center

502 Centennial Blvd Ste 9Voorhees, NJ 08043
Mon6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri6:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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4.1 
4.1 
23 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Russian, Spanish Speaks English
Haddon Heights , NJDarby , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Albany Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Brenda Raquel Velasco

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Clover Health
  • Clover Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • MVP Health Care
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Brenda Raquel Velasco has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Brenda Raquel Velasco has the following 53 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Anemia
  • Barrett Esophagus
  • Capsule Endoscopy
  • Celiac Disease
  • Clostridium Infections
  • Colectomy
  • Colitis
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colon Diseases (Sigmoid Diseases)
  • Colon Tumor (Adenomatous Polyps)
  • Colonic Diverticulitis
  • Colonic Diverticulosis
  • Colonic Polyps
  • Colonoscopy
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Constipation
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Diarrhea
  • Digestive System Diseases
  • Diverticulitis
  • Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
  • Endoscopy (Endoscopic Surgery)
  • Esophageal Diseases
  • Esophagitis
  • Fecal Incontinence
  • Functional Colonic Diseases (Functional Bowel Disorders)
  • Gallbladder inflammation (Acalculous Cholecystitis)
  • Gallstones
  • Gastritis
  • Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
  • Gastrointestinal Motility Disorders
  • Gastrointestinal Surgery
  • Gastroparesis
  • H. Pylori bacteria (Helicobacter Infections)
  • Heartburn
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)
  • Intestinal Diseases
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Lactose Intolerance
  • Nausea
  • Nutritional Support
  • Pancreas inflammation (Pancreatitis)
  • Peptic Ulcer
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Swallowing disorder (Deglutition Disorder)
  • Vomiting

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

Dr. Brenda Raquel Velasco holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai in 2003.

NPI Number

Dr. Velasco's NPI number is 1548422405.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Brenda Velasco speak?
Dr. Brenda Velasco speaks Russian and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brenda Velasco affiliated with?
Dr. Brenda Velasco is affiliated with Virtua Marlton Hospital.
Does Dr. Brenda Velasco accept my insurance?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brenda Velasco?
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Does Dr. Brenda Velasco accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Brenda Velasco has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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