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Summary
Dr. Lorena Hernandez-Tellez is an internal medicine physician who earned her medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. With 14 years of experience in clinical practice, she focuses on comprehensive adult care and the management of complex medical conditions. Her expertise centers on treating patients with chronic diseases that require ongoing medical supervision and coordinated treatment plans.
Dr. Hernandez-Tellez practices in Hickory, North Carolina, with affiliations at both Brigham and Women's Hospital and locations including Wake Forest Baptist Health Internal Medicine Catawba and Frye Regional Medical Center. She specializes in managing type 2 diabetes, helping patients control blood sugar levels and prevent complications. Her clinical expertise also includes treating chronic kidney disease and caring for patients with pressure sores that require specialized wound management.
Dr. Hernandez-Tellez practices in Hickory, North Carolina, with affiliations at both Brigham and Women's Hospital and locations including Wake Forest Baptist Health Internal Medicine Catawba and Frye Regional Medical Center. She specializes in managing type 2 diabetes, helping patients control blood sugar levels and prevent complications. Her clinical expertise also includes treating chronic kidney disease and caring for patients with pressure sores that require specialized wound management.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 14 years of experience
- 49 insurance plans accepted
- Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Lorena Hernandez -Tellez has 2 locationsWake Forest Baptist Health Internal Medicine Catawba
1771 Tate Blvd SE Ste 103Hickory, NC 28602 Tel: (828) 322-1128
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 14 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Hickory , NC | Wilson , NC | Lyons , CO | Statesville , NC |
| Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University | Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lorena Hernandez -Tellez
Medical Specialties
Dr. Lorena Hernandez -Tellez has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Lorena Hernandez -Tellez has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
14 Years Experience
Dr. Lorena Hernandez -Tellez holds an active medical license in the state of North Carolina.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of North Carolina that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University in 2012.
NPI Number
Dr. Hernandez -Tellez's NPI number is 1396010658.
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