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Summary
Dr. Melissa Defoe is a rheumatologist and hospital medicine physician with 14 years of experience treating complex autoimmune and musculoskeletal conditions. She earned her medical degree from McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and completed her residency at Washington University. Her dual specialization allows her to provide both outpatient rheumatology care and comprehensive inpatient management for hospitalized patients.
Dr. Defoe practices at several prestigious Dallas medical centers, including Parkland Memorial Hospital, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, and UT Southwestern Zale Lipshy Pavilion. She specializes in treating rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and osteoarthritis, helping patients manage these chronic conditions to improve their quality of life. Her clinical expertise includes performing comprehensive metabolic panels and complete blood counts to monitor disease activity and treatment response.
Dr. Defoe practices at several prestigious Dallas medical centers, including Parkland Memorial Hospital, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, and UT Southwestern Zale Lipshy Pavilion. She specializes in treating rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and osteoarthritis, helping patients manage these chronic conditions to improve their quality of life. Her clinical expertise includes performing comprehensive metabolic panels and complete blood counts to monitor disease activity and treatment response.
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Quick Facts
- 14 years of experience
- Washington University
- 2 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Melissa Lee Defoe has 4 locationsUt Southwestern Zale Lipshy Pavilion William P Clements Jr University Hospital
5151 Harry Hines BlvdDallas, TX 75235 Tel: (214) 645-5555
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| Rheumatology | Rheumatology | Rheumatology | Rheumatology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 14 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 21 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 | |
| Dallas , TX | Dallas , TX | Dallas , TX | Dallas , TX |
| Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston | Med School: Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth | Med School: UT Southwestern Medical School | Med School: Assiut University Faculty of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melissa Lee Defoe
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Melissa Lee Defoe has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Melissa Lee Defoe has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
14 Years Experience
Dr. Melissa Lee Defoe holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Washington University.
Medical School
Graduated from Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston in 2013 and UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL SCHOOL AT HOUSTON in 2012.
NPI Number
Dr. Defoe's NPI number is 1982043931.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Melissa Defoe's office located?
- Dr. Melissa Defoe's office is located at 5151 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX, 75235.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Melissa Defoe affiliated with?
- Dr. Melissa Defoe is affiliated with Parkland Memorial Hospital, William P Clements Jr University Hospital, Dallas Va Medical Center, and Ut Southwestern Zale Lipshy Pavilion William P Clements Jr University Hospital.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Defoe?
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- Does Dr. Melissa Defoe accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Melissa Defoe has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Melissa Defoe accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Melissa Defoe accepts on their Vitals profile.
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