Dr. Melani B. De Silva, MD | Richmond, VA | Adolescent Medicine

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Dr. De Silva graduated from the University of The Witwatersrand Faculty of Health Sciences,University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 1991. She works in Richmond, VA and 1 other location and specializes in Adolescent Medicine and Pediatrics. Dr. De Silva is affiliated with Chippenham Hospital and Bon Secours Saint Francis Medical Center.

accepting new patients
4.9

31 Ratings
35 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health Sciences
9 written reviews
2 specialties
6 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
2 hospital affiliations
2 office locations
Female

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She is very warm and receptive to my concerns with my son if I happen to have any when we visit. He really likes Dr. de Silva and the attention she shows him makes him comfortable and happy whenever we visit. If there happens to be a long wait, she sincerely apologizes, but I never mind because she is so wonderful with my son. I was extremely happy to share with her our last visit that she will be having a new patient soon!

September 27th, 2016

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Dr Desilva is the best doctor we have ever met for our little one who is 8 months old now. She is very very patient and listens to all our questions. Her way of treatment is very comprehensive and caring. She is very responsive and provides a lot of great suggestions which we always follow. We love to meet her and always eagerly wait for the day of appointment with her. We (me and my wife) thank you Dr desilva and are always greatful to her.

August 21st, 2015

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Dr. DeSilva is the absolute best!

December 15th, 2014

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Dr. DeSilva is thorough, thoughtful and a great listener. She has an awesome bed-side manner and our girls adore her. She is warm and kind and we are so happy to have found her!

August 2nd, 2013

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I have been very happy with Dr. Desilva! Not only is she very sweet, but as a first time mom I have tons of questions and she answers them all (without making me feel like an inconvenience). I have referred her to several friends and they have been equally as happy!

January 24th, 2011

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She is the wonderful person and doctor. She is so super sweet to my children and always goes out of her to make sure all our questions are answered. My children and i cant wait till our next visit so we can see her.

January 12th, 2011

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Honestly the most amazing doctor I've ever had the pleasure of working with. She loves my children almost as much as I do. She's brilliant and kind and just a joy to be around. I highly recommend her to anyone looking. However, I will say that the reception staff, especially at the Ridgefield office, is horrible. They are rude and completely oblivious. And because this is one of the largest practices in Richmond, there tends to be a wait. But Dr. deSilva is worth the crappy receptionists and the wait time. She truely is amazing!

November 11th, 2010

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My daughter was adopted and has special emotional issues and Dr. DeSilva is kind and understanding without being condesending. She listens to her and treats her with respect. She also has a wonderful sense of humor. I hope my daughter can continue to see Dr. DeSilva until she is 50!

July 13th, 2010

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LOVE Dr. DeSilva - she takes the time to get to know your child and makes you feel that they're special. Great at putting new moms at ease. Have only had to wait when going as a walk in visit and is more than worth waiting for.

March 30th, 2010

Rva Pediatrics

10410 Ridgefield PkwyRichmond, VA 23233

Tel: (804) 754-3776

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

Chippenham Hospital

7101 Jahnke RdRichmond, VA 23225

Tel: (804) 483-0000


Dr. Melani Binaka De Silva, MD	Dr. Yinghao Long Riffee, MD	Dr. Allie Lauren Ojugbeli, MD	Dr. Timothy Curtis Lukenbill, MD
Adolescent Medicine	Pediatrics	Pediatrics	Pediatrics
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.9 (31 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
35 Years of Experience	14 Years of Experience	10 Years of Experience	10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Richmond , VA	North Chesterfield , VA	Midlothian , VA	North Charleston , SC
Med School: University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health Sciences	Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine	Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med	Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University
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University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health SciencesGraduated in 1992

University Of Medicine And Dentistry Of New Jersey Robert Wood Johnson Medical SchoolGraduated in 1991

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What languages does Dr. Melani De Silva speak?: Dr. Melani De Silva speaks English and Spanish.
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