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Summary
Dr. Melissa Brents is an internal medicine and pathology specialist who earned her medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine. With 14 years of experience in medicine, she brings expertise in both clinical care and diagnostic pathology to her practice. Dr. Brents is fluent in English.
Dr. Brents practices at multiple locations throughout Mississippi, including facilities in Meridian, Starkville, Laurel, and Waynesboro, with her primary affiliation at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. She specializes in diagnosing conditions such as colon polyps, breast cancer, and gastritis through advanced pathology testing. Her expertise includes surgical pathology and specialized procedures like kidney transplant biopsies, helping patients receive accurate diagnoses for effective treatment planning.
Dr. Brents practices at multiple locations throughout Mississippi, including facilities in Meridian, Starkville, Laurel, and Waynesboro, with her primary affiliation at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. She specializes in diagnosing conditions such as colon polyps, breast cancer, and gastritis through advanced pathology testing. Her expertise includes surgical pathology and specialized procedures like kidney transplant biopsies, helping patients receive accurate diagnoses for effective treatment planning.
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Quick Facts
- 14 years of experience
- 36 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 6 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
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| Dr. Melissa Jodi Brents, MD | Dr. James Cooper Valentine, MD | Dr. Karen Moore Hicks, MD | Maria Mcclain Murdock |
| Internal Medicine | Pathology | Pathology | Nurse Practitioner |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 14 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Meridian , MS | Meridian , MS | Meridian , MS | York , AL |
| Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine | Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melissa Jodi Brents
Medical Specialties
Dr. Melissa Jodi Brents has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Melissa Jodi Brents has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
14 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Mississippi, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
University Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated in 2012
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Melissa Brents affiliated with?
- Dr. Melissa Brents is affiliated with University Of Mississippi Medical Center.
- Is Dr. Melissa Brents accepting new patients?
- Dr. Melissa Brents has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Melissa Brents accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Melissa Brents has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- What languages does Dr. Melissa Brents speak?
- Dr. Melissa Brents speaks English.
- Does Dr. Melissa Brents accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Melissa Brents accepts on their Vitals profile.
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