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Dr. Melissa Essig, MD

Dr. Melissa Essig, MD

Pediatrics*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Melissa Essig, MD is a pediatrician in Indianapolis, IN and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from INDIANA UNIVERSITY / BLOOMINGTON in 1995. She is affiliated with IU Health Methodist Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 4 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

5550 S East St Ste C Indianapolis, IN 46227
Telehealth available
(317) 534-4660

Biography

"Dr. Essig received her medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed residency training at Methodist Hospital."

- Dr. Melissa Essig, MD

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Essig's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Essig

4.0

8 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Appalled – Nov 14, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Aubrey Madison – May 14, 2021
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biography

Dr. Essig received her medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed residency training at Methodist Hospital.

  • Pediatrics

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  • Indiana University / Bloomington

    Medical School, 1995
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Locations

Practice

Office5550 S East St Ste C Indianapolis, IN 46227
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Practice

Office1100 Southfield Dr Ste 1370 Plainfield, IN 46168
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • IU Health Methodist Hospital

    1701 Senate Blvd
    Indianapolis, IN 46202
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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