Summary

Dr. Gwenesta Melton is a rheumatologist and internal medicine physician who brings nearly five decades of medical expertise to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed her residency training at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. With 47 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Melton has developed extensive knowledge in treating complex autoimmune and musculoskeletal conditions. She provides care in English to patients throughout her practice.

Dr. Melton is affiliated with Cape Fear Valley Medical Center and practices in Fayetteville, North Carolina. She specializes in treating osteoarthritis and knee osteoarthritis, helping patients manage joint pain and maintain mobility. Her expertise extends to treating back pain through comprehensive approaches. Dr. Melton offers advanced treatment options including infusion therapy and chemotherapy for autoimmune conditions, and she incorporates physical therapy into patient care plans. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.6 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in her experienced and thorough approach to rheumatologic care.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.6
  • 47 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Dr. Gwenesta Barnum Melton

443 HARLOW DRFAYETTEVILLE, NC 28314

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RheumatologyPsychiatryHospital MedicineInfectious Disease
Accepts New Patients
4.6 
47 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
FAYETTEVILLE , NCFayetteville , NCFayetteville , NCFayetteville , NC
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University Med School: University Of Pretoria School Of Medicine Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gwenesta Barnum Melton

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gwenesta Barnum Melton has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gwenesta Barnum Melton has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Arthritis
  • Gout
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Osteoporosis
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center

Medical School

Tulane University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1979

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Dr. Gwenesta Melton speaks English.
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