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Dr. Carlos Vela, MD

Internal Medicine*
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43 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Carlos Vela, MD

Dr. Carlos Vela, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in McAllen, TX. They specialize in Internal Medicine, has 43 years of experience. They graduated from International Medical and Technological University School of Medicine (Vignan) and is affiliated with Rio Grande Regional Hospital, Mission Regional Medical Center and South Texas Health System Edinburg. Patients rated Dr. Vela an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Vela works at Practice in McAllen, TX with other offices in Mission, TX and Edinburg, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Dehydration and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Vela's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Rio Grande Regional Hospital
    101 E Ridge Rd, McAllen, TX 78503 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (956) 632-6000
  2. 2
    Mission Regional Medical Center
    900 S Bryan Rd, Mission, TX 78572 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (956) 323-1150
  3. 3
    Edinburg Regional Medical Center
    1102 W Trenton Rd, Edinburg, TX 78539 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (956) 213-5172

Hospital Affiliations
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  • Rio Grande Regional Hospital
  • Mission Regional Medical Center
  • South Texas Health System Edinburg

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Dehydration
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Dehydration
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
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Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Adult Failure to Thrive
Constipation
Foot Infection
Joint Pain
Nausea
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Tobacco Use Disorder
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Abdominal Pain
Acidosis
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Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Kidney Infection
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Administrative Physical
Alkalosis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
All Types of Food Poisoning
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anaphylaxis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
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Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Back Pain
Balanitis
Balanoposthitis
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bird Flu
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Bladder Atony
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Breast Pain
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bronchospasm
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Burn Injuries
Bursitis
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Cachexia
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Chlamydia Infections
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Cold Sore
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
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Cystic Fibrosis
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
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Down Syndrome
Dry Eyes
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Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Food Poisoning
Fungal Nail Infection
Gait Abnormality
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Genital Herpes
Giardiasis
Gout
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Headache
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Heart Disease
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Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hip Pointer
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hydrocele
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Indigestion
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iodine Deficiency
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Kidney Infection
Knee Sprain
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Leukocytopenia
Lice
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Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Low Blood Oxygen Level
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nail Infection
Neck Muscle Strain
Neurogenic Bladder
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteomalacia
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pharyngitis
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pinched Nerve in Back
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
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Potassium Deficiency
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Restless Leg Syndrome
Rhabdomyolysis
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Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever
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Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Secondary Hypertension
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
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Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
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Strep Throat
Swine Flu
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Thyroid Goiter
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Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
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Trigeminal Neuralgia
Urinary Hesitancy
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Urinary Stones
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Venous Compression
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Viral Infection
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
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    Specialties*
    • Internal Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 43 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1235101221
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • International Medical and Technological University School of Medicine (Vignan)
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    Dr. Vela has seen patients for Dehydration and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Vela on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    1 patients have reviewed Dr. Vela. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Vela.

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