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Summary
Dr. Vatche Melkonian is a Doctor of Osteopathy who specializes in surgery. He holds a DO degree and brings comprehensive surgical expertise to his practice. Dr. Melkonian's osteopathic training emphasizes a whole-person approach to patient care, combining traditional medical practices with osteopathic principles that focus on the body's natural ability to heal.
Dr. Melkonian maintains hospital affiliations with both Cedars Sinai Medical Center and Anschutz Medical Campus Aurora, allowing him to provide surgical care across multiple healthcare systems. He practices at locations in Aurora, Colorado and West Hollywood, California, making his surgical expertise accessible to patients in both states. His work at Children's Hospital Colorado demonstrates his commitment to pediatric surgical care, while his affiliation with the prestigious Cedars Sinai Medical Center reflects his standing in the surgical community.
Dr. Melkonian maintains hospital affiliations with both Cedars Sinai Medical Center and Anschutz Medical Campus Aurora, allowing him to provide surgical care across multiple healthcare systems. He practices at locations in Aurora, Colorado and West Hollywood, California, making his surgical expertise accessible to patients in both states. His work at Children's Hospital Colorado demonstrates his commitment to pediatric surgical care, while his affiliation with the prestigious Cedars Sinai Medical Center reflects his standing in the surgical community.
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Quick Facts
- 4 insurance plans accepted
- 1 specialty
- 2 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Vatche James Melkonian has 3 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Vatche James Melkonian, DO | Lindsey Henninger, PA-C | Kian Modanlou, MD | Jeffrey Cross, MD |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| 27 Years of Experience | 41 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Aurora , CO | Golden , CO | Fort Morgan , CO | Lakewood , CO |
| Med School: University of California, Davis | Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Vatche James Melkonian
Medical Specialties
Dr. Vatche James Melkonian has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Vatche James Melkonian has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
Dr. Vatche James Melkonian holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Colorado and California.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Colorado that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.
NPI Number
Dr. Melkonian's NPI number is 1215431317.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Vatche Melkonian's office located?
- Dr. Vatche Melkonian's office is located at 13123 E 16th Ave, Aurora, CO, 80045.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Vatche Melkonian affiliated with?
- Dr. Vatche Melkonian is affiliated with Cedars Sinai Medical Center and Anschutz Medical Campus Aurora.
- Does Dr. Vatche Melkonian accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Vatche Melkonian accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Dr. Vatche Melkonian accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Vatche Melkonian has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vatche Melkonian?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Vatche Melkonian here on Vitals.
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