Summary

Dr. Gladys Velarde specializes in internal medicine with advanced training in cardiovascular care. She earned her medical degree from New York University and completed her residency at Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Velarde pursued fellowship training at both Mount Sinai School of Medicine and Boston City Hospital, developing expertise in heart and vascular conditions. She is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine and speaks English.

Dr. Velarde practices at UF Health Jacksonville, with locations at the UF Health Cardiovascular Center in Jacksonville and the North location. She focuses on treating heart valve disease and mitral valve regurgitation, conditions that affect how blood flows through the heart. Her expertise includes caring for patients with athlete's heart syndrome, a condition where the heart adapts to intense physical training. She performs contrast echocardiography and transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate heart function, along with blood tests to assess overall health. Patients rate Dr. Velarde 4.9 out of 5 stars for her care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mount Sinai School of Medicine
  • 18 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Gladys P Velarde has 2 locations

UF Health Cardiovascular Center - Jacksonville

655 West 8th Street Ambulatory Care Center, 5th FloorJacksonville, FL 32209
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

UF Health Cardiovascular Center - North

15255 Max Leggett Pkwy Ste 3600Jacksonville, FL 32218
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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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Jacksonville , FLScottsdale , AZHollywood , FLJupiter , FL
Med School: New York University (Medical Education) Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo Med School: University of New England, College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of The West Indies Faculty Of Medical Sciences Jamaica
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Gladys P Velarde

  • AARP
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Gladys P Velarde has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Gladys P Velarde has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Echocardiography
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

Gladys P Velarde holds an active medical license in the state of Florida. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Mount Sinai School of Medicine and Boston City Hospital.

Residency

Completed their residency at Presbyterian Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from New York University (Medical Education).

NPI Number

Gladys P Velarde's NPI number is 1720024508.

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Where is Gladys P Velarde's office located?
Gladys P Velarde's office is located at 655 West 8th Street Ambulatory Care Center, 5th Floor, Jacksonville, FL, 32209.
Which hospitals is Gladys P Velarde affiliated with?
Gladys P Velarde is affiliated with Uf Health Jacksonville.
Does Gladys P Velarde accept my insurance?
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