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Dr. Raj Vellody, MD

Dr. Raj Vellody, MD

Internal Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Raj Vellody, MD is an internist in Melbourne, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Rockledge Regional Medical Center and Viera Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (26 reviews)

SMG Internal Medicine and Skin Care Clinic

240 N Wickham Rd Ste 300 Melbourne, FL 32935

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Dr. Vellody's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vellody

3.9

26 ratings, 12 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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May 25, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 people found this helpful
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Rox33anne – Dec 18, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Jun 16, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Joanne Spilos – May 08, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 people found this helpful
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Dawn McCullen in Palm Bay, FL – Oct 03, 2019
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Jul 04, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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May 21, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Apr 03, 2019
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Feb 01, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 people found this helpful
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Cocoa, FL – Apr 25, 2017
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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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Dominique Circosta in Palm Bay – Mar 27, 2017
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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
6 people found this helpful
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Shirley Tras in Palm Bay, FL – Dec 28, 2015
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I am proud to be part of the Optum family of primary care doctors, specialists, and care teams focused on providing care for people ages 65+. At Optum, my team and I help you reach your personal health goals. We focus on your total well-being while...read more
  • Internal Medicine

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  • Orlando Reg Healthcare Sys

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
Internal Medicine
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Locations

SMG Internal Medicine and Skin Care Clinic

SMG Internal Medicine and Skin Care Clinic240 N Wickham Rd Ste 300 Melbourne, FL 32935
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Viera Hospital

    8745 N Wickham Rd
    Melbourne, FL 32940
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Palm Bay Hospital

    1425 Malabar Rd NE
    Palm Bay, FL 32907
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Holmes Regional Medical Center

    1350 Hickory St
    Melbourne, FL 32901
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% 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
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