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Summary
Pediatrician Melissa Sprague, DO, provides comprehensive primary care services to newborns, children and adolescents. Dr. Sprague is passionate about preventive medicine and behavioral health and enjoys giving guidance on such topics as safety, development, nutrition and mental health. She believes it is a privilege to care for children and works hard to provide compassionate care during all the developmental stages of a child's life. Key to her practice is building a trusting relationship with her patients and their families and using an individualized approach to improving health. Dr. Sprague relies on evidence-based medicine to ensure she is providing the most up-to-date recommendations and treatments. Dr. Sprague stays active with hiking and traveling. She also enjoys reading and spending time with her husband, son and their dogs.
Quick Facts
- 11 years of experience
- speaks English
- A T Still University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 5 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
Scripps Coastal Medical Center Carlsbad
2176 Salk AveCarlsbad, CA 92008 Tel: (760) 827-7400
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Med School: A T Still University College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Sackler School of Medicine -- Tel-Aviv University | Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine | Med School: Saint Louis University |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Melissa Sprague has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Melissa Sprague has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
11 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Doctor Of Osteopathy, California, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
A T Still University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Melissa Sprague's office located?
- Dr. Melissa Sprague's office is located at 2176 Salk Ave, Carlsbad, CA, 92008.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Melissa Sprague affiliated with?
- Dr. Melissa Sprague is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Green Hospital, and Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.
- What languages does Dr. Melissa Sprague speak?
- Dr. Melissa Sprague speaks English.
- Does Dr. Melissa Sprague accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Melissa Sprague accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Dr. Melissa Sprague accepting new patients?
- Dr. Melissa Sprague has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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