Summary

Surgical oncology is the focus of Dr. Melissa Mao's practice, and she treats thyroid nodules, secondary adrenal insufficiency, and thyroid cancer. She also performs implanted access port placement, fluoroscopy, and pathology tests. Dr. Mao practices surgery and surgical oncology and has 14 years of experience.

She earned her medical degree from Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and sees patients in Orange, California, where she is affiliated with Saint Lukes University Hospital Bethlehem, UCI Medical Center, Saint Joseph Hospital Orange, Temple Health Chestnut Hill Hospital, and Chapman Medical Center. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Mao 5 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 14 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Melissa Ling Mao has 3 locations

Uci Medical Center

101 The City Dr SOrange, CA 92868

Saint Joseph Hospital Orange

1100 W Stewart DrOrange, CA 92868

Chapman Medical Center Inc

2601 E Chapman AveOrange, CA 92869

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14 Years of Experience 54 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
Orange , CAHacienda Heights , CALos Angeles , CAEureka , CA
Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: National Taiwan University College Of Medicine Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melissa Ling Mao

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Melissa Ling Mao has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Melissa Ling Mao has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Surgical Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

Dr. Melissa Ling Mao holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University in 2012.

NPI Number

Dr. Mao's NPI number is 1245594498.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What languages does Dr. Melissa Mao speak?
Dr. Melissa Mao speaks English.
Is Dr. Melissa Mao accepting new patients?
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