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Dr. Melissa Larsen, MD

Dr. Melissa Larsen, MD

Family Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Melissa Larsen, MD is a family medicine physician in Salinas, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 1981. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Santa Clara Valley Medical Center and Marian Regional Medical Center. She is not accepting new patients.

1.2 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 1.2 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

335 Katherine Ave Salinas, CA 93901
Telehealth available
(831) 751-6222

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Larsen specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Larsen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Larsen

1.2
12 ratings, 5 with a written review
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4 star
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3 star
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1 star
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She was 30 minutes late for my appointment and did not acknowledge or apologize. The appointment was rushed. She didn’t show a lot of compassion or ask me much questions. I wouldn’t recommend her if you are looking for a friendly doctor who listens and tries to understand your concerns.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Sep 01, 2021
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Would never recommend. Not interested in answering questions or actually having a conversation. Rushed me through visit and then prescribed a medication that isn’t even a standard therapy for the complaint I had come to see her for. I’d never return to her.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Apr 26, 2019
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I delivered my first child at salinas valley memorial hospital and dr Larsen was the on on call that night. She had no interest in honoring my rights as a birthing person, tried to bully me into many interventions that were not evidence based, and made my overall experience awful.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Apr 17, 2019
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Extremely rude and will NEVER go back to her or recommend her to anyone!
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 others found this helpful
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Salinas, CA – Jul 06, 2016
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I would never return to this office. She has messed up my prescription over 3 times now and the office has not handled it correctly. Worst experience with a doctor in my entire life!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
13 others found this helpful
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Mar 18, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I am committed to providing compassionate, quality evidence-based medical care to all women. High risk obstetrics and perimenopausal women's health issues including minimally invasive surgery and alternative medical solutions are areas of special...read more

  • Family Medicine

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

  • George Washington University

    Residency Hospital, 1988

  • George Washington University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1988

  • Medical University Of Sc

    Residency Hospital, 1984

  • Medical University Of South Carolina

    Residency Hospital, 1984

  • Weill Cornell Medical College

    Medical School, 1981

  • Smith College

    Undergraduate School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

OB/GYN Associates of the Central Coast335 Katherine Ave Salinas, CA 93901
1
Office10 Harris Ct Ste A2 Monterey, CA 93940
2

Practice

Salinas Valley Health450 E Romie Ln Salinas, CA 93901
3

Practice

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center751 S Bascom Ave San Jose, CA 95128
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Jupiter Medical Center

    1210 S Old Dixie Hwy
    Jupiter, FL 33458
    Recipient of 4
    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

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Marian Regional Medical Center

    1400 E Church St
    Santa Maria, CA 93454
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (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.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher 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

  • Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

    751 S Bascom Ave
    San Jose, CA 95128
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    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.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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