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Dr. Melani Desilva, MD

Pediatrics*
4.2 (31)
Map Pin Small Richmond, VA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Melani Desilva, MD

Dr. Melani Desilva, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist in Richmond, VA. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS and is affiliated with Johnston-Willis Hospital, Chippenham Hospital, Henrico Doctors' Hospital, Parham Doctors' Hospital and Retreat Doctors' Hospital. Dr. Desilva, completed a residency at Rectors And Visitors Uva Health Sciences Center. Patients rated Dr. Desilva an average 4.2 star rating.

Dr. Desilva works at RVA Pediatrics in Richmond, VA. They frequently treat conditions like Acute Upper Respiratory Infection along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem 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.

Dr. Desilva's Office Locations

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    RVA Pediatrics
    10410 Ridgefield Pkwy, Richmond, VA 23233 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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    08:00 - 17:00
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    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    08:00 - 12:00
    Sunday
    08:00 - 12:00

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Immunization Administration
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Fever
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Pharyngitis
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Constipation
Acute Bronchitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Diaper Rash
Foot Infection
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Nail Infection
Nausea
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Newborn Jaundice
Strep Throat
Tonsillitis
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Abdominal Pain
Acne
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Acute Laryngitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
ADHD and-or ADD
Administrative Physical
All Types of Food Poisoning
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anosmia
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Anxiety
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Arthritis
Asthma
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Ataxia
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Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Back Pain
Balanitis
Balanoposthitis
Bedwetting
Blepharitis
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiectasis
Bronchiolitis
Bronchitis
Bronchospasm
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Bunion
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Burn Injuries
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Canker Sore
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Coccygeal Pain
Common Cold
Conduct Disorder
Congenital Hand Anomaly
Contact Dermatitis
Cough
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Dehydration
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Down Syndrome
Dry Eyes
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Dry Skin
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Dysentery
Dyshydrotic Eczema
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Excessive Sweating
Febrile Convulsion
Folliculitis
Food Poisoning
Foot Sprain
Fungal Nail Infection
Gait Abnormality
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gonorrhea Infections
Hair Loss
Hammer Toe
Headache
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Heart Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hip Sprain
Hives
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Hydrocele
Hyperlipidemia
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Impetigo
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Indigestion
Influenza (Flu)
Ingrown Nail
Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Kidney Infection
Knee Sprain
Lactose Intolerance
Laryngitis
Lice
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Limb Swelling
Lipid Disorders
Low Back Pain
Lyme Disease
Malaise and Fatigue
Migraine
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Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Motion Sickness
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Neck Muscle Strain
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteopenia
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Pediatric Obesity
Pediatric Overweight
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Phimosis
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Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pinworm
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Plantar Wart
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polyuria
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Post-Vaccination Fever
Postnasal Drip
Proteinuria
Pubic Lice (Crabs)
Rash
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Reflux Esophagitis
Respiratory Syncytial Virus
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Scabies
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Scarlet Fever
Sebaceous Cysts
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Second-Degree Burns
Separation Anxiety
Shortness of Breath
Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stye
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Sunburn
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Swine Flu
Tension Headache
Throat Pain
Thrush
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Thyroid Goiter
Tinea Versicolor
Torticollis
Tremor
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Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Infection
Vitamin D Deficiency
Warts
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Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
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    • Aetna
    • Anthem
    • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma
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    • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.2
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    Based on 31 ratings
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    About Dr. Melani Desilva, MD

    Specialties*
    • Pediatrics

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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    Gender
    • Female
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    NPI Number
    • 1891710265
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Rectors And Visitors Uva Health Sciences Center
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Pediatrics
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Johnston-Willis Hospital
    • Chippenham Hospital
    • Henrico Doctors' Hospital
    • Parham Doctors' Hospital
    • Retreat Doctors' Hospital

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Melani Desilva, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Desilva is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

    Dr. Desilva has seen patients for Acute Upper Respiratory Infection, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Desilva on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    31 patients have reviewed Dr. Desilva. The overall rating for this provider is 4.2. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Desilva.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Desilva, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Desilva appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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