Summary

Dr. Hector Velez Cortes is an oncologist and hematologist with 25 years of experience treating cancer and blood disorders. He also practices internal medicine, providing comprehensive care for adult patients. Dr. Velez Cortes completed his medical education at University Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine, building a strong foundation for his specialized practice in cancer care.

Dr. Velez Cortes practices at multiple locations throughout Ponce and Aibonito, Puerto Rico, including Ponce Hematology Oncology, Hospital Damas, Hospital Metropolitano Dr Pila De Ponce, and Hospital General Menonita Aibonito. He treats patients with breast cancer, including cases that have spread or returned after treatment. His practice also includes caring for patients with knee osteoarthritis and performing essential blood tests like complete blood counts and specialized lab work to monitor patient health.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 25 years of experience
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • University Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine
  • 3 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Hector Antonio Velez Cortes has 4 locations

Ponce Hematology Oncology Psc

1217 AVE HOSTOS STE 101PONCE, PR 00717
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Hospital Damas Inc

2213 Ponce BypPonce, PR 00717

Hospital General Menonita Aibonito

100 Calle Jose C VazquezAibonito, PR 00705

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Med School: University Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine Med School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico Facultad De Medicina Med School: Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Hector Antonio Velez Cortes

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Tricare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Hector Antonio Velez Cortes has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Hector Antonio Velez Cortes has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Hematology
  • Hematology (internal Medicine)
  • Hematology/oncology
  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Puerto Rico, 2028, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Central Del Caribe School Of MedicineGraduated in 2001

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Dr. Hector Velez Cortes's office is located at 1217 AVE HOSTOS STE 101, PONCE, PR, 00717.
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