Summary

Dr. Mario Cole is an internal medicine physician with 27 years of experience helping patients manage complex medical conditions. He earned his medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Shands Jacksonville Medical Center. Dr. Cole pursued advanced fellowship training at Louisiana State University Medical Center in Shreveport, enhancing his expertise in specialized areas of internal medicine. He holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and speaks English.

Dr. Cole practices at Salinas Valley Health Medical Center in Salinas, California, where he focuses on comprehensive internal medicine care. He treats patients with obesity and weight management concerns, respiratory failure, and various breathing problems. His procedural expertise includes therapeutic hypothermia for critical care situations, pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung health, and bronchodilator reversibility testing to assess respiratory conditions. Dr. Cole's extensive training and experience make him well-equipped to handle complex medical cases requiring careful diagnosis and treatment planning.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 27 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Louisiana State University Medical Ctr-Shreveport
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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Med School: Howard University College of Medicine (Medical Education) Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Mario Cole

  • AARP
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Aspire Health Plan
  • Aspire Health Plan - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - HMO
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Mario Cole has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Mario Cole has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Pneumonia
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Mario Cole holds an active medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Louisiana State University Medical Ctr-Shreveport in 2015 and LSU University Health Shreveport in 2015.

Residency

Completed their residency at University Medical Center Shands Jacksonville in 2002, Shands Jacksonville Medical Center in 2002, and Shands Jacksonville Medical Center in 2000.

Medical School

Graduated from Howard University College of Medicine (Medical Education) in 1999.

NPI Number

Mario Cole's NPI number is 1356328991.

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What languages does Mario Cole speak?
Mario Cole speaks English.
Does Mario Cole accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Mario Cole has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Mario Cole's office located?
Mario Cole's office is located at 212 San Jose St Ste 301, Salinas, CA, 93901.

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