Dr. Melissa A. Benavides

Name: Dr. Melissa A. Benavides
Specialty: Family Medicine 
Qualification/Board Certification: MD; Board certification not specified
Affiliation: independent practice
Locations: San Antonio, Texas
Languages Spoken: English 
Accepting New Patients: Contact office to confirm
NPI Number: 1336221662

About the Doctor

Dr. Melissa A. Benavides is a family medicine physician practicing in San Antonio, Texas, with more than 20 years of experience. She received her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine and completed her family medicine residency at John Peter Smith Hospital (Tarrant County Hospital District) from. She also earned a Master of Science in Health Care Transformation from the University of Texas at Austin. She provides comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages, including preventive services, chronic disease management, and acute illness treatment.

• Graduate of University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine

• Family medicine residency at John Peter Smith Hospital 

• Master’s degree in Health Care Transformation from UT Austin 

• Over 21 years of clinical experience

• 5/5 patient rating (18 reviews); Patients’ Top Choice with 6 awards

• Accepts new patients (confirm with office)

Education & Training

Medical School – University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine
Residency – John Peter Smith Hospital (Tarrant County Hospital District), Family Medicine 
Fellowship/Additional Training – The University of Texas at Austin, MS in Health Care Transformation 

Medical Conditions Treated

• Hypertension

• Diabetes mellitus

• Hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol)

• Upper respiratory infections (colds, flu, sinusitis, bronchitis)

• Allergies

• Arthritis and joint pain

• Hypothyroidism

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

• Depression and anxiety

• Skin conditions (rashes, eczema, minor infections)

Medical Procedures Performed

• Annual physical examinations (adults and children)

• Well-child visits and pediatric checkups

• Immunizations and vaccinations

• In-office laboratory testing (blood glucose, lipid panels, rapid strep, urinalysis)

• Electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG) interpretation

• Chronic disease management (hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia)

• Minor wound care and suture removal

• Prescription management and medication reviews

• Preventive health screenings

• Referrals to specialists as needed

Services Offered

Dr. Melissa A. Benavides provides comprehensive family medicine services for patients of all ages, from children to older adults. Her practice emphasizes preventive care, early detection of disease, and effective management of common acute and chronic conditions. She offers annual wellness exams, school and sports physicals, immunizations, and health screenings. For patients with chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol, she provides ongoing monitoring, medication management, and lifestyle counseling. Dr. Benavides also evaluates and treats acute illnesses like respiratory infections, allergies, and minor injuries. Patients consistently praise her attentive listening, clear explanations, and thorough examinations. She coordinates referrals to specialists when needed and works collaboratively with her patients to develop personalized treatment plans.

• Annual wellness exams and preventive care for all ages

• Pediatric checkups, well-child visits, and childhood immunizations

• Chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, thyroid disorders)

• Acute illness diagnosis and treatment (colds, flu, strep throat, sinusitis, ear infections, bronchitis)

• Allergy evaluation and management

• Mental health support (depression, anxiety screening and treatment)

• In-office lab testing (blood glucose, lipid panels, complete blood count, metabolic panels, urinalysis)

• Electrocardiogram (EKG) for cardiac screening

• Vaccinations (flu, pneumonia, shingles, tetanus, etc.)

• Lifestyle and nutritional counseling for weight management and heart health

Practice Locations

Address: 1222 N Main Ave, Ste. 115, San Antonio, TX 78212
Phone: (855) 803-9355

Hospital Affiliations

• Not specified in source. Dr. Benavides may have privileges at local San Antonio hospitals