Expertise in
23
conditions

Dr. Miguel A. Melgar

Neurosurgery
University Healthcare System L.C.
1415 Tulane Ave, 
New Orleans, LA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
23
conditions
University Healthcare System L.C.
1415 Tulane Ave, 
New Orleans, LA 

Overview

Miguel Melgar is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Dr. Melgar is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epidural Abscess, Omsk Hemorrhagic Fever, Stroke, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Melgar is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Neurosurgery

Licenses

Neurological Surgery in MS

Hospital Affiliations

Memorial Hospital Biloxi
Singing River Gulfport
Memorial Hospital At Gulfport

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D

Locations

University Healthcare System L.C.
1415 Tulane Ave, New Orleans, LA 70112
Other Locations
Neurology at MHG
1340 Broad Ave, Gulfport, MS 39501

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.

6 Total Publications

Anatomy of the Dorsal Meningeal Artery Including Its Variations: Application to Skull Base Surgery and Diagnostic and Interventional Imaging.
Anatomy of the Dorsal Meningeal Artery Including Its Variations: Application to Skull Base Surgery and Diagnostic and Interventional Imaging.
Journal: World neurosurgery
Published: June 27, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Miguel A. Melgar

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Miguel A. Melgar by calling their office at 504-988-5561. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Miguel A. Melgar a top-rated expert for Epidural Abscess?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Miguel A. Melgar is classified as an Distinguished expert for Epidural Abscess, 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. Miguel A. Melgar specialize in?

While Dr. Miguel A. Melgar is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Epidural Abscess, Omsk Hemorrhagic Fever, and Stroke. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.

Does Dr. Miguel A. Melgar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Miguel A. Melgar has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Epidural Abscess. You can view a list of Dr. Miguel A. Melgar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Miguel A. Melgar accept my insurance?

Dr. Miguel A. Melgar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 504-988-5561 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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