Accepting New Patients
Yes, this doctor is accepting new patients
Accepting Virtual Visits
No, this doctor is not accepting virtual visits.
Biography
Dr. Mel Ortega did his schooling from Immaculate-LaSalle High School in Miami and continued on to Miami-Dade Community College and Florida State University in Tallahassee. He obtained his Medical Degree from the LaSalle University Mexican Medical College in Mexico City. Dr. Mel Ortega received the honor of graduating twenty-fifth in his class of one hundred and twenty six and received his M.D. degree in July of 1980. After completion of his degree Dr. Ortega came back to United States and completed his internship at Variety Children’s Hospital (Miami Children’s) in 1982. During his internship he discovered his affinity and skill at surgery which lead him to embark upon a General Surgery Residency at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center in Bronx, New York. Dr. Mel Ortega is one of the Florida’s most well known and respected Plastic Surgeon. Dr. Mel Ortega is board-certified in Plastic Surgery with more than 25 years experience.
Languages
- Spanish
- English
Education
- Universidad La Salle, A.C. (Grad. 1980)
- University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston (Grad. 1990)
Other Specialties
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Areas of Expertise
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Awards & Recognitions
- RealSelf Top 100 - 2013, 2014 & 2016
Publications & Research
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Had my BBL last month. I heard of Dr. Ortega because of a coworker. Dr. Ortega was great, he really cares. I was worried at first because of the little communication. Love the results!!
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July 24, 2020