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Dr. Melissa Handley, MD

Pediatrics*
2.8 (4)
Map Pin Small Lufkin, TX
Accepting new patients
32 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Melissa Handley, MD

Dr. Melissa Handley, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist in Lufkin, TX. They specialize in Pediatrics, has 32 years of experience, and is board certified in Pediatrics. They graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch and is affiliated with Woodland Heights Medical Center and Tyler County Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Handley an average 2.8 star rating.

Dr. Handley works at Practice in Lufkin, TX. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna 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. Handley's Office Locations

  1. 1
    The Childrens Clinic Rusk Pllc
    205 Gene Samford Dr, Lufkin, TX 75904 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (936) 634-2214
  2. 2
    Bright Beginnings Pediatrics Pllc
    2001 Tulane Dr, Lufkin, TX 75901 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (936) 404-4602

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  • Woodland Heights Medical Center
  • Tyler County Hospital

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    About Dr. Melissa Handley, MD

    Specialties*
    • Pediatrics

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    Years of Experience
    • 32 years of experience
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    • 1881799138
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • University of Texas Medical Branch
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    Board Certifications
    • Pediatrics
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    Dr. Melissa Handley, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Handley is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    4 patients have reviewed Dr. Handley. The overall rating for this provider is 2.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Handley.

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