Overview
My approach to patient care is based on an individualized care plan which provides distinctive advanced medical and procedural therapy yet also meeting the unique emotional needs of each patient. I pride myself on utilizing both the cognitive and procedural aspects of my Advanced Therapeutic and Gastroenterologic training in providing cutting edge and evidence based care to my patients. Dr. Melitas earned his Medical degree from Spartan Health Sciences University and is Board Certified in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.He completed an Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy Fellowship at University of Illinois at Chicago and a Gastroenterology Fellowship at Michigan State University.As an advanced therapeutic endoscopist, Dr. Melitas has been trained to manage many complex gastrointestinal, pancreatic, biliary, and liver diseases endoscopically.Dr. Melitas is active in several Medical Associations including the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, the American College of Gastroenterology and the American Gastroenterological Association.
Dr. Melitas is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholangitis, Acute Pancreatitis, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- 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
1325 E Church St, Suite 202, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Melitas has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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.
Santa Maria Gastroenterology Medical Group
We understand that visiting the gastroenterologist may be a new experience for you and that you may be in pain or worried about your health. That?s why all the staff at the Santa Maria Digestive Diagnostic Center and Santa Maria Gastroenterology focus on making you feel comfortable and confident in our care. Our physicians and our medical team take extra care to listen to your concerns, answer all your questions and thoroughly explain your condition and treatment options. Dr. Vachhani is highly rated in 53 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.
Santa Maria Gastroenterology Medical Group
We understand that visiting the gastroenterologist may be a new experience for you and that you may be in pain or worried about your health. That?s why all the staff at the Santa Maria Digestive Diagnostic Center and Santa Maria Gastroenterology focus on making you feel comfortable and confident in our care. Our physicians and our medical team take extra care to listen to your concerns, answer all your questions and thoroughly explain your condition and treatment options. Dr. Benipal is highly rated in 43 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonic Malakoplakia, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.
Office
Robert Evans is a Gastroenterologist in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Evans is highly rated in 50 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Constantine Melitas
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Constantine Melitas?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Constantine Melitas by calling their office at 805-346-3456. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Constantine Melitas a top-rated expert for Jaundice?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Constantine Melitas is classified as an Advanced expert for Jaundice, 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. Constantine Melitas specialize in?
While Dr. Constantine Melitas is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Jaundice, Bile Duct Obstruction, and Cholangitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Constantine Melitas participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Constantine Melitas has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Jaundice. You can view a list of Dr. Constantine Melitas's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Constantine Melitas accept my insurance?
Dr. Constantine Melitas accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 805-346-3456 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Melitas isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Melitas isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- CholangitisDr. Melitas isAdvanced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Melitas isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Melitas isAdvanced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- JaundiceDr. Melitas isAdvanced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Experienced
- Accessory PancreasDr. Melitas isExperienced. Learn about Accessory Pancreas.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Melitas isExperienced. Learn about Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Melitas isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Melitas isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Melitas isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- BRCA Positive Breast CancerDr. Melitas isExperienced. Learn about BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.