RAFAEL TORRES VELEZ, M.D.
Functional Medicine MDs
Focusing on root causes to support optimal wellness through natural and functional medicine.
Credentials & Training
Federally verified- Credential
- MD
- Medical school
- University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine
- Graduated
- 1981
- Medicare specialty
- Obstetrics/Gynecology
- Also practices
- Family Practice, General Practice
- Group practice
- Mennonite General Hospital INC · 47 clinicians
- Medicare assignment
- Accepted — bills the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full
Sourced from the CMS Doctors & Clinicians national file, last checked October 2026.
About
Functional medicine approaches health by investigating the root causes of illness rather than just managing symptoms. Rafael Torres Velez, M.D. practices within a group setting in Carolina, PR. Patients can access care through this established group practice.
The field of functional medicine addresses chronic complaints by examining the interplay between lifestyle, nutrition, and environmental factors. Care often involves managing complex issues such as digestive disorders, hormonal imbalances, and chronic fatigue.
The practice is associated with the Mennonite General Hospital Inc. Medicare assignment is accepted by the provider.
Areas of Focus
Conditions Treated
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Patients Served
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the focus of functional medicine?
Functional medicine investigates the root causes of illness by examining the interplay between lifestyle, nutrition, and environmental factors, rather than only treating symptoms.
What types of care does this provider offer?
The provider's background includes general practice and family medicine, which covers preventive care and management of long-term conditions.
Does this provider accept Medicare?
Yes, the provider accepts Medicare assignment.
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