Summary

Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara specializes in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism, with additional training in internal medicine. She earned her medical degree from Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre Y Maestra Faculty of Health Sciences and brings 12 years of experience to her practice treating hormone-related conditions and metabolic disorders.

Dr. Gonzalez Lara practices at multiple locations throughout South Carolina, including Florence and Manning, with affiliations at McLeod Regional Medical Center and McLeod Health Clarendon. She focuses on managing type 2 diabetes in both adults and children, helping patients with weight management challenges. Her approach includes comprehensive blood work such as complete blood counts and A1c testing to monitor diabetes control and overall health.

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Quick Facts

  • 12 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • Pontificia Univ Catolica Madre Y Maestra (Pucmm) Fac De Cien De La Salud
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Melissa Alexandra Gonzalez Lara has 5 locations

Hopehealth Inc

360 N Irby StFlorence, SC 29501
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 8:00 pm
SunClosed

Mcleod Regional Medical Center

555 E Cheves StFlorence, SC 29506

Mcleod Health Clarendon

10 E Hospital StManning, SC 29102

Hopehealth Manning

12 W South StManning, SC 29102
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

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismAnesthesiologyAnesthesiologyAddiction Medicine
3.6 
12 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Florence , SCConway , SCFlorence , SCFlorence , SC
Med School: Pontificia Univ Catolica Madre Y Maestra (Pucmm) Fac De Cien De La Salud Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melissa Alexandra Gonzalez Lara

  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - ACA
  • Ambetter - Medicare
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Choice Health Plan
  • Blue Choice Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - ACA
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - Medicare
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • Select Health of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SelectHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Melissa Alexandra Gonzalez Lara has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Melissa Alexandra Gonzalez Lara has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism
  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, South Carolina, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Pontificia Univ Catolica Madre Y Maestra (Pucmm) Fac De Cien De La SaludGraduated in 2014

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Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara's office is located at 360 N Irby St, Florence, SC, 29501.
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