Dr. Teresita Lu Melocoton M.D., Nephrologist (Pediatric)
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Dr. Teresita Lu Melocoton M.D.

Pediatrician

3/5(58)
3131 W Charleston Blvd Suite 110 Las Vegas NV, 89102
Rating

3/5

About

Dr. Teresita Melocoton is a pediatrician practicing in Las Vegas, NV. Dr. Melocoton is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Melocoton diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Melocoton can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.

Education and Training

University of the East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College of Medicine 1978

Board Certification

PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish 40 years of experience

Treatments

  • Obesity
  • Allergies
  • Ear Infection
  • Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
  • Ear Wax
  • Tonsillitis
  • Vitiligo
  • Rash
  • Abnormal Gait

Dr. Teresita Lu Melocoton M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 3131 W Charleston Blvd Suite 110

3131 W Charleston Blvd Suite 110 -
Las Vegas, NV 89102
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New patients: 562-923-4911, 702-388-4428
Fax: 702-388-4312, 562-904-2051

Dr. Teresita Lu Melocoton M.D.'s reviews

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Patient Experience with Dr. Melocoton


3.0

Based on 58 reviews

Dr. Teresita Lu Melocoton M.D. has a rating of 3 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 58 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Pediatrician in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

Media Releases

Get to know Pediatrician Dr. Teresita Lu Melocoton, who serves the population of Nevada. Dr. Melocoton graduated with her Medical Degree from the University of the East College of Medicine in 1978, giving her over four decades of experience. After obtaining her Medical Degree Dr. Melocoton completed her pediatrics at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Wanting to further her training she completed her Pediatric Nephrology fellowship with the UCLA Medical Center. She is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. To stay up to date within her field she remains a professional member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Melocoton speaks Spanish, Pilipino Dr. Melocoton currently practices General Pediatrics within her private practice Valley Pediatrics and Specialty Center. She is affiliated with Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center, Southern Hills Hospital Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center and Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center. Her mission is to build healthier lives and communities by providing exceptional medical care to individual and families. Dr. Melocoton sees patient newborn to 18 years old. She practices in 2 locations in Las Vegas 730 N. Eastern Ave, Suite 100, Las Vegas Nevada and 3701 W. Charleston Blvd Las Vegas Nevada. She also is a provider for the Bureau of Disability Adjudication. At Valley Pediatrics and Specialty Center, our mission is not only to provide patients and families with comprehensive, competent and thorough sick/well care but to also provide an aspect of uncompromised quality consideration throughout the experience. With our selection of locations conveniently located near UMC, Valley Hospital, North Vista Hospital and Southern Nevada Health District, same day appointment, accessible patient resources (i.e. immunization schedule) and FAQs provided on your mobile device or online, and personalized attention from all our staff members under the supervision of Dr. Teresita Lu Melocoton, M.D, F.AAP— were committed to providing only the best experience that tradition, attention to detail and quality care can provide.. Together we can ensure and foster healthier lifestyles for generations to come. At Valley Pediatrics and Specialty Center, we offer Sliding Fee Schedule to all the uninsured patients. The clinic hours are M-F 9 AM -6 PM at both locations and open also on Saturdays 9-5PM at the Eastern location.

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UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTERl

1800 W CHARLESTON BLVD LAS VEGAS NV 89102

Head west on West Charleston Boulevard (NV 159) 2905 ft
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VALLEY HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTERl

620 SHADOW LANE LAS VEGAS NV 89106

Head west on West Charleston Boulevard (NV 159) 1962 ft
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SUNRISE HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTERl

3186 S MARYLAND PKWY LAS VEGAS NV 89109

Head west on West Charleston Boulevard (NV 159) 624 ft
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