Summary

Dr. Omar Velasco is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in surgery and hospital medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry and completed his residency at the University of Maryland Medical System. With 16 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Velasco brings extensive knowledge to his practice.

Dr. Velasco is affiliated with several hospitals including Carondelet Saint Joseph's Hospital, Antelope Valley Hospital, and Palmdale Regional Medical Center, with practice locations in Tucson, Arizona and Palmdale, California. He treats patients with high blood pressure emergencies, breathing difficulties, and hypertension. His expertise includes performing CT scans, Doppler ultrasounds, and brain imaging studies. Patients have given Dr. Velasco an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 16 years of experience
  • University Of Maryland Medical System
  • 3 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Omar Velasco has 2 locations

Carondelet Saint Josephs Hospital

350 N Wilmot RdTucson, AZ 85711

Palmdale Regional Medical Center

38600 Medical Center DrPalmdale, CA 93551

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16 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Tamil Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Tucson , AZTUCSON , AZScottsdale , AZLyons , CO
Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Omar Velasco

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Omar Velasco has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Omar Velasco has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Hospitalist
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired
Medical Doctor, Arizona, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Maryland Medical System

Medical School

University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & DentistryGraduated in 2010

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Omar Velasco accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Omar Velasco has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Omar Velasco's office located?
Dr. Omar Velasco's office is located at 350 N Wilmot Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85711.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Omar Velasco?
You can find contact information for Dr. Omar Velasco here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Omar Velasco affiliated with?
Dr. Omar Velasco is affiliated with Carondelet Saint Josephs Hospital, Antelope Valley Hospital, Redlands Community Hospital, Palmdale Regional Medical Center, and Northwest Medical Center.
Is Dr. Omar Velasco accepting new patients?
Dr. Omar Velasco has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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