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Dr. Edwin Melendez Rios is a gastroenterologist with five decades of medical experience treating digestive system disorders and providing comprehensive internal medicine care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine, building a strong foundation in both gastroenterology and internal medicine that has served patients throughout his extensive career.
Dr. Melendez Rios practices at multiple locations in Puerto Rico, including Gastro Centro Pcs in San Juan and Hospital Industrial in Rio Piedras. His dual specialization allows him to address both complex digestive conditions and general internal medicine needs for his patients. With 50 years in practice, he brings considerable expertise to the care of patients across Puerto Rico.
Dr. Melendez Rios practices at multiple locations in Puerto Rico, including Gastro Centro Pcs in San Juan and Hospital Industrial in Rio Piedras. His dual specialization allows him to address both complex digestive conditions and general internal medicine needs for his patients. With 50 years in practice, he brings considerable expertise to the care of patients across Puerto Rico.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 50 years of experience
- University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Edwin Melendez Rios has 2 locationsGastro Centro Pcs
1789 CARRETERA 21 TORRE DEL METRO OFC 209SAN JUAN, PR 00921Mon8:00 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
Sat8:00 am - 3:00 pm
SunClosed
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| Gastroenterology | Nephrology | Infectious Disease | Infectious Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 50 Years of Experience | 31 Years of Experience | 44 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| SAN JUAN , PR | RIO PIEDRAS , PR | Bayamon , PR | SAN JUAN , PR |
| Med School: University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine | Med School: University Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine | Med School: Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina | Med School: University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Edwin Melendez Rios has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Edwin Melendez Rios has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
50 Years Experience
Dr. Edwin Melendez Rios holds an active medical license in the state of Puerto Rico.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Puerto Rico that expires in 2028.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine in 1976.
NPI Number
Dr. Melendez Rios' NPI number is 1467556159.
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- Dr. Edwin Melendez Rios's office is located at 1789 CARRETERA 21 TORRE DEL METRO OFC 209, SAN JUAN, PR, 00921.
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