Dr. Vanessa Velazquez, MD

Dr. Vanessa Velazquez is an internal medicine physician specializing in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism. She earned her medical degree from Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine and brings 36 years of experience to her practice. Her extensive background in internal medicine provides her with a comprehensive understanding of adult health conditions, while her endocrinology expertise allows her to focus specifically on hormonal disorders and metabolic conditions.

Dr. Velazquez practices at several healthcare facilities throughout Florida, including CW Bill Young Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Bay Pines and AdventHealth Ocala. She also sees patients at West Marion Community Hospital and UF Health Ocala Neighborhood Hospital, both located in Ocala. Her clinical focus includes treating high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and chronic kidney disease. She offers various treatment options including acupuncture and physical therapy, …and provides preventive care such as flu vaccinations.