Overview
Pedro Penalo is a primary care provider, practicing in Palliative Medicine in Weslaco, Texas. Dr. Penalo is highly rated in 162 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
906 S Bridge Ave, Weslaco, TX 78596
330 N Ohio Ave, Mercedes, TX 78570
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. Pedro Penalo
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Pedro Penalo?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Pedro Penalo by calling their office at 956-447-8600. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Pedro Penalo a top-rated expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Pedro Penalo is classified as an Distinguished expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), 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. Pedro Penalo specialize in?
While Dr. Pedro Penalo is a Palliative Medicine, they have specific expertise in Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Palliative Medicine.
Does Dr. Pedro Penalo participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Pedro Penalo has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). You can view a list of Dr. Pedro Penalo's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Pedro Penalo accept my insurance?
Dr. Pedro Penalo accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 956-447-8600 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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- Distinguished
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- Experienced
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- AbetalipoproteinemiaDr. Penalo isExperienced. Learn about Abetalipoproteinemia.
- Absence SeizureDr. Penalo isExperienced. Learn about Absence Seizure.
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- AcrospiromaDr. Penalo isExperienced. Learn about Acrospiroma.