Summary

Dr. Joseph Wasselle is a surgeon who specializes in both general surgery and vascular surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Florida College of Medicine in Tampa and completed his residency training at Tampa General Hospital in both general surgery and vascular surgery, as well as additional residency work at the University of South Florida. With four decades of surgical experience, Dr. Wasselle holds certifications from the American Board of Surgery in both vascular surgery and general surgery. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Wasselle practices at SMG General Surgery in Melbourne, Florida. His surgical expertise includes treating ventral hernias, which are abdominal wall weaknesses that can cause discomfort and complications. He also focuses on peripheral artery disease, a condition where narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the limbs, and carotid artery disease, which affects the major blood vessels supplying the brain. His procedural capabilities include performing sedation for patient comfort during procedures, conducting pathology tests to examine tissue samples, and ordering creatinine tests to assess kidney function. Patients rate Dr. Wasselle 4.1 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 40 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Tampa Gen Hosp, Vascular Surgery; Tampa Gen Hosp, General Surgery
  • 10 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

SMG General Surgery, Melbourne

240 N Wickham Rd Ste 311Melbourne, FL 32935

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Melbourne , FLSarasota , FLGulf Breeze , FLMelbourne , FL
Med School: University of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Joseph Wasselle

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • America's 1st Choice
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Devoted Health
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Florida Health Care Plans
  • Freedom Health
  • Freedom Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Health First Health Plans
  • Health First Health Plans - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Home State Health Plan - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Simply Healthcare
  • Simply Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Joseph Wasselle has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Joseph Wasselle has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Joseph Wasselle holds an active medical license in the state of Florida. They are board certified in Vascular Surgery and Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Vascular Surgery by the American Board of Surgery and board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Tampa Gen Hosp, Vascular Surgery; Tampa Gen Hosp, General Surgery and U South Fla.

Medical School

Graduated from University of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl in 1986.

NPI Number

Joseph Wasselle's NPI number is 1245295898.

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Joseph Wasselle speaks English.
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Where is Joseph Wasselle's office located?
Joseph Wasselle's office is located at 240 N Wickham Rd Ste 311, Melbourne, FL, 32935.

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