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Dr. Alexander Velar, MD

Nephrology* Age 56
Dr. Alexander Velar, MD
4.9 (7 Ratings)

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Dr. Alexander Velar, MD is a Nephrologist in Miami Beach, FL.
Dr. Alexander Velar, MD
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Dr. Alexander Velar, MD

Nephrology* Age 56
Miami Beach, FL
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Alexander Velar, MD is a Nephrologist in Miami Beach, FL.

About

Dr. Velar graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine. Dr. Alexander Velar, MD is a Nephrologist in Miami Beach, FL. Dr. Velar currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Mount Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Velar has experience treating conditions like Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephritis and Nephropathy and Parathyroid (Gland) Disease among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Velar received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 7 times. Dr. Velar's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Velar is board certified in Nephrology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Nephritis and Nephropathy
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Nephritis and Nephropathy
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Nephritis and Nephropathy
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Acidosis
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Acute Kidney Failure
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage IV
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V
Congenital Cystic Kidney Disease
Dehydration
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
End-Stage Renal Disease
Gout
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Hyperkalemia
Hypertension
Hypokalemia
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Kidney Stones
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Proteinuria
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Renal Osteodystrophy
Vitamin D Deficiency
Acute Kidney Infection
Alkalosis
Amyloidosis
Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD)
Chronic Glomerulonephritis
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage I
Chronic Kidney Infection
Chronic Nephritic Syndrome
Congenital Anomalies of Kidney
Congenital Medullary Cystic Kidney Disease
Congenital Renal Agenesis and Dysgenesis
Cryoglobulinemia
Goodpasture's Disease
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hydronephrosis
Hypercalcemia
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Kidney Hypertrophy
Kidney Infection
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Nephrotic Syndrome
Pyonephrosis
Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
Rhabdomyolysis
Small Kidney
Systemic Vasculitis
Vasculitis
End-Stage Renal Disease Related Services
Hemodialysis
Kidney Transplant Evaluation
Living Kidney Donor Evaluation
Peritoneal Dialysis
Renal Scan
Ultrasound, Kidney

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  • Open Access Plus
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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Preferred Patient Care
  • Superior Health Plan

Locations

  1. 1 Mount Sinai Mental Health LLC
    4302 Alton Rd Ste 660, Miami Beach, FL 33140
  2. 2 Andrew E. Nullman M.D. P.A.
    1190 NW 95th St, Miami, FL 33150
  3. 3 Mount Sinai Medical Center
    4300 Alton Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33140

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Velar
4.9
Based on 7 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
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Jun 26, 2024
Excelente doctor
Yamaray rodriguez — Jun 26, 2024
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Specialties*
Nephrology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Nephrology
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Alexander Velar, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Velar's profile.

Dr. Velar frequently treats the following conditions: Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephritis and Nephropathy and Parathyroid (Gland) Disease. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Alexander Velar, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Alexander Velar, MD holds board certification in Nephrology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mount Sinai Medical Center

    4300 Alton Rd, Miami Beach, FL