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Summary
Dr. Maria Vela is a geriatric medicine and internal medicine physician who earned her medical degree from the University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery. With 33 years of experience caring for patients, she specializes in the comprehensive healthcare needs of older adults while also providing internal medicine services. Dr. Vela speaks English and brings more than three decades of clinical expertise to her practice.
Dr. Vela practices at Evanston Hospital in Evanston and Highland Park Hospital in Highland Park, Illinois. She focuses on managing Type 2 diabetes and its complications, including diabetic eye disease and diabetic retinopathy. Her clinical services include retinal imaging and dilated eye exams to monitor eye health, as well as comprehensive blood work through complete blood count testing. Patients rate Dr. Vela 5.0 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in her care.
Dr. Vela practices at Evanston Hospital in Evanston and Highland Park Hospital in Highland Park, Illinois. She focuses on managing Type 2 diabetes and its complications, including diabetic eye disease and diabetic retinopathy. Her clinical services include retinal imaging and dilated eye exams to monitor eye health, as well as comprehensive blood work through complete blood count testing. Patients rate Dr. Vela 5.0 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in her care.
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Quick Facts
- 33 years of experience
- 9 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And Surgery
- 2 specialties
- 9 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Maria Victoria Vela has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Maria Victoria Vela, MD | Dr. Paige E. Scholer, MD | Dr. Sheikh Abid Latif, MD | Dr. Dena Ann Els, MD |
| Geriatric Medicine | Geriatric Medicine | Psychiatry | Anesthesiology |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 33 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Evanston , IL | Chicago , IL | Berwyn , IL | Oak Lawn , IL |
| Med School: University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And Surgery | Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine | Med School: Allama Iqbal Medical College | Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Maria Victoria Vela
Medical Specialties
Dr. Maria Victoria Vela has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Maria Victoria Vela has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
33 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And SurgeryGraduated in 1993
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- Where is Dr. Maria Vela's office located?
- Dr. Maria Vela's office is located at 2650 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201.
- What languages does Dr. Maria Vela speak?
- Dr. Maria Vela speaks English.
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