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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.
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.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 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 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Omar Velasco, MD | Christiana Archibong, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC | Dr. Nima Ghadimi, MD | Eric Harker |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 16 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | |
| Tucson , AZ | Gilbert , AZ | Scottsdale , AZ | Lyons , CO |
| Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry | Med School: Graceland University | 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
Certifications, License, & Education
16 Years Experience
Dr. Omar Velasco holds an expired medical license in the states of Arizona and California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Arizona that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Maryland Medical System.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry in 2010.
NPI Number
Dr. Velasco's NPI number is 1275845570.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- 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.
- Does Dr. Omar Velasco accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Omar Velasco accepts on their Vitals profile.
- 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.
- Where is Dr. Omar Velasco's office located?
- Dr. Omar Velasco's office is located at 350 N Wilmot Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85711.
- 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.
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