Dr. Donald Joseph Velarde, MD

Dr. Donald Velarde is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing four decades of clinical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Colorado School of Medicine, establishing a strong foundation for his career in internal medicine. His extensive experience spans 40 years of dedicated patient care.

Dr. Velarde practices at Mercy Gilbert Medical Center in Gilbert, Arizona, where he focuses on treating patients with complex respiratory conditions. He specializes in caring for patients with COPD and chronic lung disease, particularly those with multiple health conditions that require comprehensive management. His diagnostic expertise includes chest imaging techniques such as fluoroscopy, X-rays, and CT scans to evaluate lung health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.