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Summary
Dr. Samuel Melendez is an internal medicine physician who has dedicated 37 years to caring for patients in the Mayaguez area. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina, bringing extensive knowledge in comprehensive adult healthcare to his practice.
Dr. Melendez practices at multiple locations throughout Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, including Mayaguez Medical Center Hospital Dr Ramon Emeterio Betances, Hospital Perea Mayaguez, and Hospital Bella Vista Inc. His clinical expertise focuses on managing complex conditions such as type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. He also specializes in treating diabetic nephropathy, a serious diabetes complication affecting the kidneys. Dr. Melendez frequently performs essential diagnostic procedures including complete blood counts, general blood tests, and A1c testing to monitor his patients' health and treatment progress.
Dr. Melendez practices at multiple locations throughout Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, including Mayaguez Medical Center Hospital Dr Ramon Emeterio Betances, Hospital Perea Mayaguez, and Hospital Bella Vista Inc. His clinical expertise focuses on managing complex conditions such as type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. He also specializes in treating diabetic nephropathy, a serious diabetes complication affecting the kidneys. Dr. Melendez frequently performs essential diagnostic procedures including complete blood counts, general blood tests, and A1c testing to monitor his patients' health and treatment progress.
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Quick Facts
- 37 years of experience
- 3 insurance plans accepted
- Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina
- 1 specialty
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
JR Samuel Melendez has 4 locationsMayaguez Medical Center Hospital Dr Ramon Emeterio Betances
410 Ave HostosMayaguez, PR 00682 Tel: (787) 652-9200
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Insurance Plans Accepted by JR Samuel Melendez
Medical Specialties
JR Samuel Melendez has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
37 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Puerto Rico, 2028, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De MedicinaGraduated in 1989
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- JR Samuel Melendez's office is located at 770 AVE HOSTOS STE 301, Mayaguez, PR, 00682.
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