Dr. Melissa Laura Ray M.D.
Family Practitioner
4713 N 1st Ave Tucson AZ, 85718About
Dr. Melissa Ray is a family practitioner practicing in Tucson, AZ. Dr. Ray specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Ray possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
E Tn State Univ J H Quillen Coll Of Med- Johnson City Tn 1991
Georgetown University in Washington DC 1992
East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine 1991
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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