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Summary
Dr. Melissa Brents is an internal medicine physician and pathologist who earned her medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine. With 14 years of experience in healthcare, she specializes in both internal medicine and pathology, providing comprehensive diagnostic services. Dr. Brents is fluent in English and brings extensive expertise to her practice.
She maintains affiliations with numerous hospitals across Mississippi, including Forrest County General Hospital, Merit Health Central, and Ochsner Rush Medical Center, among others. Dr. Brents practices in multiple locations throughout Mississippi, including Meridian, Starkville, Laurel, and Waynesboro. Her clinical focus includes diagnosing and treating conditions such as colon polyps, breast cancer, and gastritis. She performs essential diagnostic procedures including pathology tests, surgical pathology, and kidney transplant biopsies to help guide patient treatment decisions.
She maintains affiliations with numerous hospitals across Mississippi, including Forrest County General Hospital, Merit Health Central, and Ochsner Rush Medical Center, among others. Dr. Brents practices in multiple locations throughout Mississippi, including Meridian, Starkville, Laurel, and Waynesboro. Her clinical focus includes diagnosing and treating conditions such as colon polyps, breast cancer, and gastritis. She performs essential diagnostic procedures including pathology tests, surgical pathology, and kidney transplant biopsies to help guide patient treatment decisions.
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Quick Facts
- 14 years of experience
- speaks English
- University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 14 hospital affiliations
- 6 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Melissa Jodi Brents has 6 locationsDelta Pathology Group Llc
1512 20th AveMeridian, MS 39301 Tel: (601) 483-8300
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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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Family Medicine |
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| Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine | Med School: NEW YORK MEDICAL COLLEGE | Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine | Med School: University of Southern Mississippi |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melissa Jodi Brents
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Melissa Jodi Brents has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Melissa Jodi Brents has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
14 Years Experience
Dr. Melissa Jodi Brents holds an expired medical license in the state of Mississippi.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Mississippi that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine in 2012.
NPI Number
Dr. Brents' NPI number is 1790049120.
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- Is Dr. Melissa Brents accepting new patients?
- Dr. Melissa Brents has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Melissa Brents affiliated with?
- Dr. Melissa Brents is affiliated with Forrest County General Hospital, Merit Health Central, Merit Health Wesley, Monroe Regional Hospital, Winston Medical Center, Baptist Anderson Regional Medical Center South, Baptist Anderson Regional Medical Center, Ochsner Rush Medical Center, Natchez Regional Medical Center, Och Regional Medical Center, Wayne General Hospital, Neshoba County General Hospital, South Central Regional Medical Center, and Lackey Memorial Hospital.
- Does Dr. Melissa Brents accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Melissa Brents has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Melissa Brents's office located?
- Dr. Melissa Brents's office is located at 1512 20th Ave, Meridian, MS, 39301.
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