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Dr. Melissa Giraldo Duque, MD

Anesthesiologist

Altoona, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Giraldo Duque, Anesthesiologist in Altoona, PA?

    Dr. Melissa Giraldo Duque, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Altoona, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Giraldo Duque is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Giraldo Duque’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Giraldo Duque’s office at (412) 647-6340.

    What languages does Dr. Giraldo Duque speak?

    Dr. Giraldo Duque and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Giraldo Duque typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Giraldo Duque may include:

    Please contact Dr. Giraldo Duque's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Giraldo Duque accept my insurance?

    Dr. Giraldo Duque accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 647-6340 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Giraldo Duque accept in Altoona, PA?

    Dr. Giraldo Duque in Altoona, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

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    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Giraldo Duque's office located?

    Dr. Melissa Giraldo Duque's Primary Practice

    620 Howard Ave Fl 7

    Altoona, PA 16601

    (412) 647-6340

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    Dr. Melissa Giraldo Duque's Practice 2

    10455 Lincoln Hwy

    Everett, PA 15537

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    Dr. Melissa Giraldo Duque's Practice 3

    3600 Forbes Ave Ste 140

    Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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    What hospitals are Dr. Giraldo Duque affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Giraldo Duque has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Upmc East,Monroeville, PA

    What is Dr. Giraldo Duque's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Giraldo Duque's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073042784.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Giraldo Duque?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Giraldo Duque

    What is Dr. Melissa Giraldo Duque's specialty?

    Dr. Giraldo Duque is an Anesthesiologist near Altoona, PA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Melissa Giraldo Duque affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Giraldo Duque is affiliated with Upmc Altoona which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Dr. Melissa Giraldo Duque accepting new patients in Altoona, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Giraldo Duque is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melissa Giraldo Duque offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Giraldo Duque's office at (412) 647-6340 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Giraldo Duque?

    Please contact Dr. Giraldo Duque's office at (412) 647-6340 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Giraldo Duque's office located?

    Dr. Giraldo Duque's offices are located in Altoona, PA, Everett, PA, and Pittsburgh, PA.