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Dr. Melvin Tan is a family medicine and internal medicine physician who completed his medical education at Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine in Yakima, Washington. He is currently completing his internal medicine residency at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Tan speaks English and brings a comprehensive approach to patient care through his dual specialty training.
Dr. Tan practices at Franciscan Medical Clinic at St. Joseph in Tacoma, Washington. He provides care for patients with conditions such as pleural effusion and pulmonary nodules. His clinical skills include performing chest X-rays and CT scans to help diagnose and monitor various health conditions.
Dr. Tan practices at Franciscan Medical Clinic at St. Joseph in Tacoma, Washington. He provides care for patients with conditions such as pleural effusion and pulmonary nodules. His clinical skills include performing chest X-rays and CT scans to help diagnose and monitor various health conditions.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 17 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Internal Medicine, Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, Tacoma, WA
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Franciscan Medical Clinic at St. Joseph
1608 S J Street 2nd & 3rd FloorTacoma, WA 98405 Tel: (253) 274-7503
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Melvin Tan
Medical Specialties
Melvin Tan has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Melvin Tan has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
Melvin Tan holds an active medical license in the state of Washington.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of Washington that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Internal Medicine, Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, Tacoma, WA.
Medical School
Graduated from Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine, Yakima, WA.
NPI Number
Melvin Tan's NPI number is 1518710300.
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