Overview
Nicole Vélez, MD, specializes in dermatology and is board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology. She is affiliated with UPMC Shadyside. Dr. Vélez received her medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed her residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital - Harvard Medical School, followed by a fellowship at Dermatology Professionals, Inc.
Dr. Velez is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, and Liver Spots.
Dr. Velez is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 22 peer reviewed articles.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nicole Velez
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nicole Velez?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nicole Velez by calling their office at 412-206-2966. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nicole Velez a top-rated expert for Melanoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nicole Velez is classified as an Advanced expert for Melanoma, 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. Nicole Velez specialize in?
While Dr. Nicole Velez is a Dermatology, they have specific expertise in Melanoma, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, and Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Dermatology.
Does Dr. Nicole Velez participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nicole Velez has published 22 articles and abstracts on conditions like Melanoma. You can view a list of Dr. Nicole Velez's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nicole Velez accept my insurance?
Dr. Nicole Velez accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-206-2966 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- MelanomaDr. Velez isAdvanced. Learn about Melanoma.
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- Actinic KeratosisDr. Velez isExperienced. Learn about Actinic Keratosis.
- Basal Cell Skin CancerDr. Velez isExperienced. Learn about Basal Cell Skin Cancer.
- Bowen's DiseaseDr. Velez isExperienced. Learn about Bowen's Disease.
- Extramammary Paget DiseaseDr. Velez isExperienced. Learn about Extramammary Paget Disease.
- Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome
- Giant Congenital Melanocytic NevusDr. Velez isExperienced. Learn about Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus.