Summary

Dr. Hector Michelena is a cardiovascular disease specialist and internal medicine physician with 30 years of experience in patient care. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Central De Venezuela Escuela De Medicina Jose Maria Vargas, bringing extensive training in heart and vascular conditions to his practice. His dual expertise allows him to provide comprehensive care for both cardiovascular conditions and general internal medicine needs.

Dr. Michelena practices at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, where he focuses on treating complex heart conditions including atrial fibrillation and anemia. He performs specialized cardiovascular procedures such as angiograms and contrast echocardiography to diagnose heart problems. His expertise extends to dobutamine stress echocardiograms, which help evaluate heart function under controlled conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Michelena highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 30 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • Universidad Central De Venezuela Escuela De Medicina Jose Maria Vargas
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Mayo Clinic Rochester

200 1st St SwRochester, MN 55905

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Hector I. Michelena

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Empire Plan
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • PreferredOne
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Hector I. Michelena has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Hector I. Michelena has the following 16 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Dr. Hector I. Michelena holds an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Central De Venezuela Escuela De Medicina Jose Maria Vargas in 1996.

NPI Number

Dr. Michelena's NPI number is 1861469744.

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