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Dr. Alexander Velar, MD

Dr. Alexander Velar, MD

Nephrology*

Dr. Alexander Velar, MD is a nephrologist in Miami Beach, FL. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mount Sinai Medical Center and Memorial Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Practice

4302 Alton Rd Ste 660 Miami Beach, FL 33140
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(305) 835-7045

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Velar is affiliated with Mount Sinai Medical Center Miami Beach, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Velar specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Nephrology. • 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Velar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Velar

4.9

7 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
86%
86%
4 Star
14%
14%
3 Star
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2 Star
0%
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1 Star
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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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Yamaray rodriguez – Jun 26, 2024
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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
DR GUSTAVO G LEDO-SANCHEZ – Oct 04, 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
Helpful
Mercedes Santana – Aug 14, 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
4 people found this helpful
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daughter in Long Island, NY – Jan 19, 2016
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Eduard in Miami, FL – Dec 31, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. Alexander Velar, MD is a nephrologist in Miami Beach, FL. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mount Sinai Medical Center and Memorial Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Nephrology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • State University Of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Nephrology
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Locations

Practice

Mount Sinai Mental Health LLC4302 Alton Rd Ste 660 Miami Beach, FL 33140
1

Practice

Claremedica of North Shore1190 NW 95th St Miami, FL 33150
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Mount Sinai Medical Center4300 Alton Rd Miami Beach, FL 33140
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mount Sinai Medical Center

    4300 Alton Rd
    Miami Beach, FL 33140
    Recipient of 32
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Memorial Regional Hospital

    3501 Johnson St
    Hollywood, FL 33021
    Recipient of 12
    hospital 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

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

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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