Overview
Alena Velasco-Hughes is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Dr. Velasco-Hughes is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Heyde Syndrome, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Liver Embolization, and Endoscopy.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE SNP
- HMO
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1301 Punchbowl St, Honolulu, HI 96813
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alena T. Velasco-Hughes
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alena T. Velasco-Hughes?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alena T. Velasco-Hughes by calling their office at 808-538-9011. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alena T. Velasco-Hughes a top-rated expert for Sepsis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alena T. Velasco-Hughes is classified as an Advanced expert for Sepsis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Alena T. Velasco-Hughes specialize in?
While Dr. Alena T. Velasco-Hughes is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Sepsis, Heyde Syndrome, and Angiodysplasia of the Colon. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.
Does Dr. Alena T. Velasco-Hughes participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alena T. Velasco-Hughes has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Sepsis. You can view a list of Dr. Alena T. Velasco-Hughes's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alena T. Velasco-Hughes accept my insurance?
Dr. Alena T. Velasco-Hughes accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and AlohaCare. We recommend calling the office directly at 808-538-9011 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- SepsisDr. Velasco-Hughes isAdvanced. Learn about Sepsis.
- Experienced
- Acute Kidney FailureDr. Velasco-Hughes isExperienced. Learn about Acute Kidney Failure.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Velasco-Hughes isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- EndoscopyDr. Velasco-Hughes isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Heyde SyndromeDr. Velasco-Hughes isExperienced. Learn about Heyde Syndrome.
- Hypertensive Heart DiseaseDr. Velasco-Hughes isExperienced. Learn about Hypertensive Heart Disease.
- Lactic AcidosisDr. Velasco-Hughes isExperienced. Learn about Lactic Acidosis.
- Lewy Body Dementia (LBD)Dr. Velasco-Hughes isExperienced. Learn about Lewy Body Dementia (LBD).
- Liver EmbolizationDr. Velasco-Hughes isExperienced. Learn about Liver Embolization.
- LymphangitisDr. Velasco-Hughes isExperienced. Learn about Lymphangitis.
- Metabolic AcidosisDr. Velasco-Hughes isExperienced. Learn about Metabolic Acidosis.
- NecrosisDr. Velasco-Hughes isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Velasco-Hughes isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Velasco-Hughes isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Pneumocystis Jiroveci PneumoniaDr. Velasco-Hughes isExperienced. Learn about Pneumocystis Jiroveci Pneumonia.
- PneumoniaDr. Velasco-Hughes isExperienced. Learn about Pneumonia.
- Respiratory AcidosisDr. Velasco-Hughes isExperienced. Learn about Respiratory Acidosis.
- Strep ThroatDr. Velasco-Hughes isExperienced. Learn about Strep Throat.
- StrokeDr. Velasco-Hughes isExperienced. Learn about Stroke.
- Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH)