Summary

Dr. Mario Velasco is an oncology specialist who has dedicated 34 years to caring for cancer patients. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and completed his residency at the University of Texas Health System. His extensive experience in cancer treatment allows him to provide comprehensive care for patients facing complex diagnoses. Dr. Velasco is fluent in Spanish and German, enabling him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Velasco practices at multiple locations throughout central Illinois, including Cancer Care Specialists of Illinois in Decatur and Taylorville. He maintains hospital affiliations with Decatur Memorial Hospital, HSHS Saint Mary's Hospital, and Taylorville Memorial Hospital. His clinical expertise focuses on treating lung cancer, including both non-small cell and small cell lung cancer. He provides essential cancer care services such as infusion therapy and comprehensive blood testing to monitor patient health throughout treatment. Patients rate Dr. Velasco 4.5 out of 5 stars for his compassionate care and clinical expertise.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 34 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, German
  • University Of Texas Health System
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Mario Reyes Velasco has 4 locations

Cancer Care Specialists Of Illinois

210 W Mckinley Ave Ste 1Decatur, IL 62526
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Cancer Care Specialists Of Illinois

201 E Pleasant StTaylorville, IL 62568
Mon8:00 am - 12:00 pm
TueClosed
WedClosed
Thu1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Hshs Saint Marys Hospital

1800 E Lake Shore DrDecatur, IL 62521

Decatur Memorial Hospital

2300 N Edward StDecatur, IL 62526

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Speaks Spanish, German Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks German, Tagalog Speaks English
Decatur , ILDecatur , ILDecatur , ILUrbana , IL
Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School Med School: Universite Saint-Joseph Faculte De Medecine Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin Med School: Albert-Ludwigs-Universitaet Freiburg Medizinische Fakultaet
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Mario Reyes Velasco

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Mario Reyes Velasco has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Mario Reyes Velasco has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Melanoma
  • Metastasis
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Texas Health System

Medical School

University Of Texas Southwestern Medical SchoolGraduated in 2000
University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And SurgeryGraduated in 1992

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Which hospitals is Dr. Mario Velasco affiliated with?
Dr. Mario Velasco is affiliated with Decatur Memorial Hospital, Hshs Saint Marys Hospital, and Taylorville Memorial Hospital.
Where is Dr. Mario Velasco's office located?
Dr. Mario Velasco's office is located at 210 W Mckinley Ave Ste 1, Decatur, IL, 62526.

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