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Dr. Mel Peralta, MD

Dr. Mel Peralta, MD

Cardiology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Mel Peralta, MD is a cardiologist in Albuquerque, NM and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Peralta has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions and Heart Conditions. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Lovelace Westside Hospital and Lovelace Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 38 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (38 reviews)

Practice

502 Elm St NE Albuquerque, NM 87102
Telehealth available

Dr. Peralta is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Peralta specializes in the area of Cardiovascular Disease. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Peralta's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Peralta

4.7

38 ratings, 30 with a written review
5 Star
89%
89%
4 Star
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3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
5%
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1 Star
3%
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Nov 16, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Pete S – Oct 19, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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HuntWorks – Sep 07, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 18, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Don Bremner – Jan 16, 2023
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What went well
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What could be improved
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Terry Sachko – Dec 13, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Greg Hoffman – Dec 06, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ruben B – Sep 15, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ralph Constancia – Jul 12, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 11, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Bertha Warner Mar 7,2022 – Mar 08, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
George McAfee – Feb 19, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
JimG – Jan 26, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Jan 04, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Ignacio chavez – Nov 27, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Marjorie Barcheck – Nov 24, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Gilbert Martinez – Oct 27, 2021
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Oct 24, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
Helpful
Theresa – Oct 13, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 01, 2021
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About Me

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Dr. Mel Peralta, MD is a cardiologist in Albuquerque, NM and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Peralta has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions and Heart Conditions. He graduated from University of Texas...read more
  • Cardiology

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  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
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Dr. Peralta is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    N. Mex. Heart Institute P A502 Elm St NE Albuquerque, NM 87102
    1

    Practice

    New Mexico Heart Institute2240 Grande Blvd SE Ste 102 Rio Rancho, NM 87124
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Lovelace Westside Hospital

      10501 Golf Course Rd NW
      Albuquerque, NM 87114

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      74%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Lovelace Medical Center

      601 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE
      Albuquerque, NM 87102

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      71%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Lovelace Women's Hospital

      4701 Montgomery Blvd NE
      Albuquerque, NM 87109

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      78%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% lower than the national average

      66%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      10% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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