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Dr. Melissa Lao, MD

Dr. Melissa Lao, MD

Family Medicine*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Melissa Lao, MD is a family medicine physician in Elk Grove, CA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER in 2013. She is affiliated with Mercy General Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Office Hours

Monday

8 am
to
5 pm

Tuesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Wednesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Thursday

8 am
to
5 pm

Friday

8 am
to
5 pm
Call to Book
9394 Big Horn Blvd Fl 2
Elk Grove, CA 95758

Locations

Mercy Medical Group

Dignity Health Mercy Medical Group9394 Big Horn Blvd Fl 2 Elk Grove, CA 95758
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions
New Patient?
(916) 306-7951

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Lao specializes in the area of Family Practice. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Lao's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lao

4.5

22 ratings, 20 with a written review
5 Star
82%
82%
4 Star
9%
9%
3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
9%
9%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 21, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 21, 2024
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Sep 23, 2024
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Mar 08, 2024
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Jan 14, 2024
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Jan 11, 2024
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  • Explained conditions well
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Dec 30, 2023
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Nov 30, 2023
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Nov 17, 2023
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Nov 15, 2023
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Nov 06, 2023
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Nov 04, 2023
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Oct 24, 2023
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Aug 29, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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W – Apr 01, 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
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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DC – Mar 16, 2022
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What could be improved
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Sep 06, 2019
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What could be improved
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Sep 01, 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
2 people found this helpful
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JY in CA – Jul 03, 2018
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
HMScait in Saint Louis, Missouri – Jan 20, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I strive to be a compassionate physician facilitating care for all aspects of my patients' health
  • Family Medicine

  • Optometry

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Mercy St. Louis

    Residency Hospital
  • Mercy St. Louis

    Internship Hospital
  • Saint Louis University / Health Sciences Center

    Medical School, 2013
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercy General Hospital

    4001 J St
    Sacramento, CA 95819
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    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

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

    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

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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