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Dr. Miguel Velez, MD

Dr. Miguel Velez, MD

General Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Miguel Velez, MD is a general surgeon in Whittier, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, San Diego School of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with PIH Health Whittier Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 5 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

12462 Putnam St Ste 500 Whittier, CA 90602
Telehealth available

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Best bedside manner
Dr. Velez is the kindest surgeon I have ever had the pleasure of meeting (I have had a lot of surgeries/procedures). Hands down the best bed side manner, which is rare these days. Dr. Velez demeanor is very calm and gentle, he is honest, careful, and very trustworthy. I was diagnosed with cushings disease and had an adrenalectomy, one of the stitches didn't heal correctly because of my disease and he corrected the incision. I was terrified to be awake and have him cut out the irritated skin and restitch; he walked me through everything he was doing and gave me such peace during the process. Every time I have seen Dr. Velez he always asks how my cushings /cortisol levels are doing "he truly cares about his patients" it makes the world of difference!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Delanie Worthington – May 25, 2022
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In 1995 Dr Velez did a nissen fundoplication and have no problems since then. Thank you for doing great job Ed Mcgovern jr
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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merlin e mcgovern jr in Oceanside, CA – Aug 09, 2016
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God bless him, iwish all the doctors respect their patients like him,he really care about his patients,he take care of my daughter like his own,God bless dr Velez and thank you.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Raniah Salman in La Mirada – Mar 16, 2016
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Hi my name is Georgita if you ever need a doctor i hope u have the pleasure of having Dr Miguel Velez as your doctor. He is awesone. He is a very caring, professional physician that makes u feel your health matters to him. He always has a smile and will take time to explain as he examines you. His nurse Kori is just as caring as he is. You r in the very best of health care with them. Much appreciation and thank you both for your professional concern/excellent medical care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Georgita Criner in West Covina CA – Jan 21, 2016
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Dr. Miguel Velez, MD is a general surgeon in Whittier, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, San Diego School of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with PIH Health Whittier Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • General Surgery

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  • Los Angeles County Harbor - Ucla Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1987

  • Los Angeles County Harbor - Ucla Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1983

  • University Of California, San Diego School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

General Surgery Wells Medical Office Building12462 Putnam St Ste 500 Whittier, CA 90602
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • PIH Health Whittier Hospital

    12401 Washington Blvd
    Whittier, CA 90602
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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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

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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