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Dr. Lydia Melendez-Ramirez, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
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36 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Lydia Melendez-Ramirez, MD

Dr. Lydia Melendez-Ramirez, MD is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Specialist in New Orleans, LA. They specialize in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, has 36 years of experience, and is board certified in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO / MAYAGUEZ CAMPUS and is affiliated with University Medical Center New Orleans. Patients rated Dr. Melendez-Ramirez an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Melendez-Ramirez works at Practice in New Orleans, LA. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Melendez-Ramirez's Office Locations

  1. 1
    New Orleans Va Medical Center
    2400 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 507-2000
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    Interim Lsu Hospital Outpatient Pharmacy
    1400 POYDRAS ST, New Orleans, LA 70112 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 903-5155

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    Specialties
    • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
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    Years of Experience
    • 36 years of experience
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    • English
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO / MAYAGUEZ CAMPUS
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    Board Certifications
    • Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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