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Dr. Melanie Nakamura, MD

Family Medicine* Age 43
Dr. Melanie Nakamura, MD

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Dr. Melanie Nakamura, MD

Family Medicine* Age 43
Escondido, CA
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17 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Melanie Nakamura, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in Escondido, CA.

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Dr. Nakamura graduated from SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER. Dr. Melanie Nakamura, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in Escondido, CA and has 17 years experience. Dr. Nakamura currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido. Dr. Nakamura's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Nakamura is board certified in Family Practice and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Locations

  1. 1 Medical Hap.
    460 N Elm St, Escondido, CA 92025
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 520-8100
  2. 2 Scripps Medical Foundation
    488 E Valley Pkwy Ste 411, Escondido, CA 92025
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 466-9800
  3. 3 Neighborhood Healthcare-Gold Family Health Center
    13010 Poway Rd, Poway, CA 92064
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 218-3000
  4. 4 Escondido Community Clinic
    1001 E Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92025
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 737-6900
  5. 5 Neighborhood Healthcare-Gold Family Health Center
    13010 Poway Rd, Poway, CA 92064
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (833) 867-4642
  6. 6 Neighborhood Healthcare-Valley Parkway
    728 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92025
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    Monday
    08:00 - 20:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 20:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 20:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    08:00 - 12:00

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Family Medicine
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Education

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  • SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER
    2007
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  • Family Practice
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Melanie Nakamura, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Nakamura's profile.

Dr. Melanie Nakamura, MD is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido.

Yes, Dr. Melanie Nakamura, MD holds board certification in Family Practice.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido

    555 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA