Summary

Dr. Melissa Pensa specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages. She earned her medical degree from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine/Dental Medicine and completed her residency at Oregon Health & Science University. Dr. Pensa further enhanced her expertise through a fellowship at Yale University School of Medicine. She is board-certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine and provides care in English.

Dr. Pensa practices at the Montefiore Medical Group-Family Health Center in Bronx, New York, and maintains affiliations with Yale New Haven Hospital and Yale New Haven Hospital Saint Raphael Campus. She has particular expertise in managing diabetes, including Type 2 diabetes and diabetes care for older adults. Her practice includes preventive services such as flu vaccinations and modern healthcare approaches like remote patient monitoring to help patients manage their health conditions effectively.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • speaks English
  • Yale University School of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Female

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22 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Chinese, English Speaks English, French, Spanish
Bronx , NYEast Meadow , NYNew York , NYFair Lawn , NJ
Med School: University of Connecticut School of Medicine/Dental Medicine (Medical Education) Med School: New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Mellisa A. Pensa has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Mellisa A. Pensa has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Nutritional Support
  • Obesity
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

Mellisa A. Pensa holds an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut. They are board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Yale University School of Medicine.

Residency

Completed their residency at Oregon Health & Science University - OSHU.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine/Dental Medicine (Medical Education).

NPI Number

Mellisa A. Pensa's NPI number is 1205096799.

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Mellisa Pensa speaks English.
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Mellisa Pensa is affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital and Yale New Haven Hospital Saint Raphael Campus.

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