
Elisa G. Melendez, MD
Family Medicine
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Infant 0-1
- Child 2-12
- Adolescent 13-18
- Adult 19-64
- Older Adult >65
Gender
FemaleHospital Affiliation
- Good Samaritan Hospital
About Elisa G. Melendez
About The Provider
Dr. Elisa Melendez is a family medicine physician in Thornton. She moved from Chihuahua, Mexico to Colorado with her family when she was six years old. She received a bachelor's degree in biology from Adams State University in Alamosa, Colorado, after which she volunteered with AmeriCorps. Dr. Melendez later earned her medical degree from the University of Colorado School of Medicine in Denver, Colorado. She completed a family medicine internship at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Odessa, Texas, and a family medicine residency at the University of Wyoming in Cheyenne, Wyoming. She is board certified in family medicine.
Dr. Melendez moved back to Colorado and began working at Salud Family Health Centers in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. She continued her career at Denver's La Clinica Tepeyac, Inc., where she served as the chief medical officer before she joined SCL Health Medical Group.
Dr. Melendez chose to practice family medicine because she likes the variety and full spectrum of care that accompanies treating patients of all ages. Her work allows her to make a difference in every step of a patient's life.
“My passion has always been to care for the underserved and empower them to live their best life. It rejuvenates me to know that I am helping someone accomplish goals that they did not think were possible."
When not seeing patients, Dr. Melendez, her husband and two daughters enjoy family movie and game nights.
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Locations
- Thornton Clinic
- 1181 East 120th Avenue, Unit A, Thornton, CO 80233
- Get Directions
- phone: 303-673-1500
- fax: 303-689-6664
Expertise
Education
- Residency: University of Wyoming WWAMI Medical Education, Family Medicine, 2007
- Internship: Texas Tech University School of Medicine, Family Medicine, 2005
- Medical School: University of Colorado School of Medicine, 2004
Board Certifications
- Family Medicine: American Board of Family Medicine, 2010
Insurance
- Aetna
- Anthem BCBS
- Cigna
- Clear Spring
- Cofinity
- Colorado Access
- CorVel
- Coventry
- Denver Health
- First Health/Coventry
- Friday Health Plans
- Humana
- InnovAge PACE
- Kaiser (limited coverage)
- Meritain via Aetna Network
- Pinnacol Assurance
- Prime Health Services Inc
- Rocky Mountain Health Plans
- SCL Lutheran Hospice
- Three Rivers Provider Network
- TriWest
- United Healthcare
Ratings & Reviews
4.6 out of 5
483 ratings, 82 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2026
On my latest appt. I presented an unexpected problem (an infected finger with a deep sticker that I couldn’t remove). She carefully examined & removed it, instructed on follow-up, prescribed to treat it. I am very happy to acknowledge her reaction & treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
Very thorough, empathetic. Comes across as caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
She is easy to talk to, I heed her advice and do as she asks me to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
I truly trust Dr. Melendez and her advice of what I need to do to stay healthy in both body and mind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2026
Great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2026
Dr Melendez takes her time to listen and she looks into what you tell her and responds in a timely manner
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2026
Fair doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2026
This was my 1st visit and I feel Dr. Melemdezwas very thorough and knowledgeable. I will enjoy having her as my primary care physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
Listens and asks follow up questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2026
Very professional very courteous and nice and took her time to really thoroughly check me out.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2026
Listen to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Dr. always listens and answers questions, talks to me about plans for changing any health issues. She is always a huge comfort in her caring ways! I would gladly give her an Excellent rating!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
I have been her patient for several years. I’ve have appreciated her help as I navigate my Type 2 Disbetes
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
She is a very wonderful doctor and explains everything so that when you leave you know exactly what’s going on with your health
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
Took the time to let me know things I asked about.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
Personable and approachable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2026
Very good Doctor always available when I need something
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2026
She always takes very good care of my son
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2026
I would answer the previous set of questions as Excellent, if offered that as a choice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/1/2026
Dr Melendez is great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/20/2025
I like her as my MD she’s very professional and very knowledgeable medical wise
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/14/2025
I feel confident expressing my concerns to her. She listens, provides feedback, and comes up with a plan to help me. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
I feel very fortunate to be her patient. I have not had the same confidence previously with my past PCP.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
Dr Melendez was promoted to director and she should have been promoted a long time ago.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
Thorough and conscience of all my concerns and even goes above and beyond to help me help myself.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2025
She is very efficiently and very friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2025
I'm very happy with Dr. Lisa Meléndez because she has a very ethical approach to treating her patients. 💯
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/28/2025
Whenever I have an appointment with Dr. Meléndez, everything goes very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
Very happy with every visit with her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
Dr. Melendez is an exceptional Dr who truly cares about my health and how to improve it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Very satisfied.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2025
Excellent
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
she's direct and to the point
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2025
It felt like she was rushed to get to the next patient. I personally like to ask for clarification of what I don’t understand or the why. Do I have access to notes she types into the computer?
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2025
She explained me what procedure she was going to do, then so nice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/3/2025
She listened very good
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2025
show interest in you and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
DR. Melendez is the best and she is why I continue to go at this location
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
Dr. Elisa Melendez has taken very good care of me. She has given me good advice on medical matters. She and other Drs. are the reason I am doing well with my 3 cancers.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/20/2025
Thank you!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
Dr. Melendez is always welcoming, professional and empathetic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
Expressed concern for my problem
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
She is very talented and professional. I would definitely follow her regardless of clinic or hospital that employs her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
she probably didn't like the way I handle things, but, she listened to me, that, makes a big difference to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
I would go again
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
Dr. Melendez always provides excellent care, she truly cares about my well-being, which is why I chose her to be my PCP.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2025
She is great provider and i am glad i continue to see her
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2025
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
Dr. Melendez is awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
Dr. Melendez always makes me feel like I am the most important patient she has. She is a great listener and explains every thing that needs to be done.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2025
She’s an amazing doctor and does a great job. Really appreciate her so much.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/1/2025
Dr. Melendez is a very good listener and always is proactive about health issues that my arise.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2025
I think she is better than most Doctors in today's Healthcare systems
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
Very attentive
- No RatingReviewed on 8/25/2025
DR Melendez is the only reason that I am going to Intermountain Health. She has alot of experience working with 85 year old seniors like myself. I want to continue living a productive life.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2025
Thank you Dr. Melendez for your guidance and help.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2025
Happy that she is receptive to my plan to reduce meds through diet.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2025
Dr Melendez always goes above and beyond what is called for. She makes me feel comfortable, important and welcome.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/16/2025
Is able to get to my problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
The attention was excellent, very well explained.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2025
She helps she knows her job and I know she will help me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
After many months of not visiting she promptly performed the required tests and lab work. Especially appreciate the summary provided through the app after she reviewed the lab results.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
She’s very understanding and does whatever she can to help my 90yo mother.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2025
She was in a fun mood. Always a plus
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Very good dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Dr. Melendez is a very good Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2025
Very caring , listens
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2025
Pays close attention to the patient's problems
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/5/2025
She is very good with her work, she explains everything to you as best you understand it, she is a very good Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/5/2025
Dr. Melendez is very personable and caring. She is focused on my Mother's health as well as my well being as her 24/7 caregiver.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Doctor Melendez is the best Doctor I have ever had as an adult.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
She is always encouraging and supportive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2025
Very informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2025
My visit went well, my current concerns and questions were all addressed. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2025
Dr Melendez is cheerful,caring and very helpful. I’m glad she is my primary.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Dr. Mendendez is a very compassionate person. She is knowledgeable and professional when addressing her concern for well-being.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/31/2025
My wife and I both have seen Dr. Melendez for years and have been very satisfied with her as our PCP.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/18/2025
Dr. Melendez is such a comfort and very caring and understanding. I never feel rushed, and always feel well taken care of.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Best doctor I have had at this facility since I started going there in 2002.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2025
The Doctor looks at me when she is talking to me. I can see her objective is to communicate with concern.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2025
Very caring and a good listener