Dr. Joel Velasquez MD

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Ratings and Reviews for Dr. Joel Velasquez

Very Good

Dr. Joel Velasquez has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5) with a rating of Very Good based on 9 reviews.

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Board Certification, Specialty and Expertise

Dr. Joel Velasquez identified specializing in Internal MedicineInternal Medicine
A personal physician who provides long term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults, and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections, and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints, and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health, and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ear, skin, nervous system, and reproductive organs..

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Insurance Accepted

Dr. Joel Velasquez accepts the following plans for Blue Shield of California at 12677 Hesperia Rd

• Access + HMO
• Active Choice
• Active Start
• Balance
• Blue Shield of California Life & Health Insurance Company

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Hospital Affiliations

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Dr. Velasquez is affiliated with 1 hospital:

St. Mary Medical Center
18300 US Highway 18
Apple Valley, CA

Education

Dr. Velasquez attended medical school at Far Eastern University Dr Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Institute of Medicine and graduated in 1986 having 27 years experience.

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Aliases

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• J Velasquez

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