Dr. John David Velez-rodriguez M.D.
Physiatrist (Physical Medicine) | Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
54 W Merrick Rd Valley Stream NY, 11580About
Dr. John Velez-rodriguez is a physiatrist practicing in Valley Stream, NY. Dr. Velez-rodriguez is a medical doctor specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. As a physiatrist, Dr. Velez-rodriguez focuses on a patients ability to function, and can treat multiple conditions that affect the brain, nerves, spine, bones, muscles, joints, ligaments and tendons. Dr. Velez-rodriguez can diagnose and treat pain that is a result of injury, disease or a disabling condition. Physiatrists often lead a team of physical therapists, occupational therapists and physicians in a patients treatment or prevention plan.
Education and Training
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine 2009
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- Herniated Disc
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