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Summary
Dr. Melissa Headley specializes in internal medicine, pediatrics, and hospice and palliative medicine. She earned her medical degree from Escuela Latinoamericana De Medicina and brings 15 years of clinical experience to her practice. Her unique combination of specialties allows her to care for patients across all age groups while providing compassionate end-of-life care.
Dr. Headley practices at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in Bronx, NY. She focuses on treating complex conditions including cancer pain, type 2 diabetes, and heart failure. Her expertise in hospice care, life-prolonging treatments, and palliative care helps patients and families navigate difficult medical decisions with dignity and comfort.
Dr. Headley practices at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in Bronx, NY. She focuses on treating complex conditions including cancer pain, type 2 diabetes, and heart failure. Her expertise in hospice care, life-prolonging treatments, and palliative care helps patients and families navigate difficult medical decisions with dignity and comfort.
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Quick Facts
- 15 years of experience
- 13 insurance plans accepted
- Escuela Latinoamericana De Medicina
- 3 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 15 Years of Experience | 20 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 44 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Bronx , NY | Hicksville , NY | Glen Ridge , NJ | Smithtown , NY |
| Med School: Escuela Latinoamericana De Medicina | Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine | Med School: King Edward Medical University | Med School: Mount Sinai School Of Medicine Of New York University |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melissa Headley
Medical Specialties
Dr. Melissa Headley has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Melissa Headley has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
15 Years Experience
Dr. Melissa Headley holds an active medical license in the state of New York.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Escuela Latinoamericana De Medicina in 2011.
NPI Number
Dr. Headley's NPI number is 1023487964.
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- Dr. Melissa Headley's office is located at 234 E 149th St, Bronx, NY, 10451.
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