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Dr. Francis Velez, MD

General Surgery
1.8 (5)
Map Pin Small Towson, MD
Accepting new patients
41 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Francis Velez, MD

Dr. Francis Velez, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Towson, MD. They specialize in General Surgery, has 41 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from Autonomous University of Guadalajara School of Medicine and is affiliated with MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Velez an average 1.8 star rating.

Dr. Velez works at Practice in Towson, MD with other offices in Dover, DE and Milford, DE. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Velez's Office Locations

  1. 1
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    120 Sister Pierre Dr Ste 406, Towson, MD 21204 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (443) 444-4122
  2. 2
    Bayhealth
    640 S State St, Dover, DE 19901 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (302) 424-7522
  3. 3
    Bayhealth Medical Center Milford Memorial Hospital
    100 Wellness Way, Milford, DE 19963 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (302) 424-7522

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  • MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital

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    About Dr. Francis Velez, MD

    Specialties
    • General Surgery
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    Years of Experience
    • 41 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1720024722
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • Autonomous University of Guadalajara School of Medicine
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    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Francis Velez, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Velez is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Velez has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    5 patients have reviewed Dr. Velez. The overall rating for this provider is 1.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Velez.

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