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Pauline M. Velez, MD, MBA
Vascular Surgery- Telehealth Visits
- Insurance plan information
Pauline M. Velez, MD, MBA
Vascular Surgery- Telehealth Visits
- Insurance plan information
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About me
Dr. Pauline M. Velez is a vascular surgeon who cares for patients with diseases involving the blood vessels. She provides both in-clinic and telehealth support for patients with wounds that require minimally invasive surgery. For her patients with kidney disease, she works to preserve kidney function and reduce the need for dialysis by collaborating with a care team that includes pharmacists, dietitians, nurses and psychologists.
Velez has focused much of her career on caring for indigent patients at county hospitals as well as through the Veterans Affairs health care system.
Velez earned her medical degree at UCSF and completed a residency in surgery at the University of California, Davis.
Velez has four grown children and is a masters-level competitive rower. Hailing from Colombia, she grew up in Latin America, with her father working for the United Nations.
Education & training
Board certification
- General Surgery, American Board of Surgery
Residency
- General Surgery, Univ of CA Davis Medical Center GME
Internship
- General Surgery, Univ of CA Davis Medical Center GME
Degree
- MD, UCSF School of Medicine
My expertise
Specialties
Locations
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Showing 1-6 of 8 reviews
- July 12, 20255 out of 5 Stars
Dr. Velez will remain one of the best specialists I habe had the privilege of seeing. Her thoroughness and care for my case are a reflection of her amazing dedication to this field of medical care
- June 25, 20253.2 out of 5 Stars
The care provider did her best to answer questions but there were 10 of trying to get help and I did not get a clear understanding of my condition.
- May 16, 20255 out of 5 Stars
Great doctor. I really like her. She was very helpful and easy to talk to.
- April 25, 20255 out of 5 Stars
Good experience
- November 21, 20245 out of 5 Stars
Very patient, explained findings, risks and benefits. Easy to like.
- July 18, 20245 out of 5 Stars
Dr, Velez is straightforward and makes an effort to explain the vascular system and associated health challenges.
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