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Summary
Dr. Jorge Melara treats pharyngitis, acute sinusitis, and sinusitis, and performs flu testing, COVID-19 testing, and rapid strep testing. He practices family medicine and surgery and is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, Tulane Lakeside Hospital for Women and Children, Saint Tammany Parish Hospital, and Omega Hospital LLC. Dr. Melara earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans and sees patients in Slidell, Covington, Metairie, and Mandeville, Louisiana.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 14 years of experience
- Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 7 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Jorge Dagoberto Melara has 7 locationsRapid Urgent Care
2170 Gause Blvd W Ste 101Slidell, LA 70460 Tel: (985) 326-8283
Mon6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Fri6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Rapid Urgent Care
218 E Boston StCovington, LA 70433 Tel: (985) 875-0077
Mon6:30 am - 6:30 pm
Tue6:30 am - 6:30 pm
Wed6:30 am - 6:30 pm
Thu6:30 am - 6:30 pm
Fri6:30 am - 6:30 pm
Sat9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Rapid Urgent Care
3908 Veterans Memorial BlvdMetairie, LA 70002 Tel: (504) 218-8959
Mon6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Fri6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Rapid Urgent Care
1111 N Causeway BlvdMandeville, LA 70471 Tel: (985) 674-4464
Mon6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Fri6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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| Dr. Jorge Dagoberto Melara | Ashley Keys Campbell, FNP | Dr. Leticia Antunes, MD, MBA, MSCP, FAAFP, DABFM | Dr. Rolando Gomez, MD, MHA |
| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 14 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Slidell , LA | Durham , NC | Lafayette , LA | Coral Gables , FL |
| Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Med School: Universidade Federal De Sao Carlos (Ufscar) | Med School: American University Of Antigua College Of Medicine | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jorge Dagoberto Melara
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Jorge Dagoberto Melara has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Jorge Dagoberto Melara has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
14 Years Experience
Dr. Jorge Dagoberto Melara holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans in 2012.
NPI Number
Dr. Melara's NPI number is 1518224427.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Jorge Melara affiliated with?
- Dr. Jorge Melara is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, Tulane Lakeside Hospital For Women And Children, Saint Tammany Parish Hospital, and Omega Hospital Llc.
- Where is Dr. Jorge Melara's office located?
- Dr. Jorge Melara's office is located at 2170 Gause Blvd W Ste 101, Slidell, LA, 70460.
- Does Dr. Jorge Melara accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Jorge Melara has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Jorge Melara accept my insurance?
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- Is Dr. Jorge Melara accepting new patients?
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