Summary

Dr. Gelmaris Melendez is a board-certified family medicine physician who has been caring for patients for 23 years. She earned her medical degree from Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine and completed her residency training at Dr. Pilas Hospital. Her extensive experience in family medicine allows her to provide comprehensive care for patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

Dr. Melendez is affiliated with Mission Regional Medical Center and practices at multiple locations throughout Texas, including Temple and Weslaco. She specializes in treating joint pain, back pain during pregnancy, and back pain in children and teenagers. Her approach to care includes physical therapy, strength training, and water exercise programs to help patients achieve optimal health and mobility.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 23 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • Dr Pilas Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Gelmaris Melendez has 3 locations

Valley Baptist Micro Hospital Weslaco

1021 W Expressway 83Weslaco, TX 78596

Knapp Medical Center

1401 E 8th StWeslaco, TX 78596

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Dr. Gelmaris Melendez, MDDr. Christine Connolly, MDSherri Lynn L Thornhill, AGNP-CFunke Oshoba, APRN, RN
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.5 
23 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Temple , TXBurleson , TXHouston , TXAustin , TX
Med School: Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gelmaris Melendez

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - POS
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • GEHA
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance - Federal Employees Program
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gelmaris Melendez has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gelmaris Melendez has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Dr Pilas Hospital

Medical School

Ponce Health Sciences University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2003

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Which hospitals is Dr. Gelmaris Melendez affiliated with?
Dr. Gelmaris Melendez is affiliated with Mission Regional Medical Center.
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