
OccuMed Primary Care
Primary Care Clinic • East Chicago, IN
About
East Chicago Primary Care Doctors, operated by OccuMed Primary Care in East Chicago, Indiana, offers primary care and preventative care, x-ray and imaging, mental health services, labs and diagnostic testing, COVID-19 testing, chronic condition management, acute and immediate care, and telehealth. The clinic is staffed by Shyam Patel, DO, and Melissa Vega Montes, NP.
Clinic Type
Primary Care Clinic
Address
Not specified on page
Phone
(219) 659-0333
sitefeedback@nuvew.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Telehealth
Available
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
FAQs
What services are offered at OccuMed Primary Care in East Chicago?
Primary care and preventative care, x-ray and imaging, mental health, labs/diagnostic testing, COVID-19 testing, chronic conditions, acute and immediate care, and telehealth.
What services are offered at East Chicago Primary Care Doctors?
Primary Care & Preventative Care, Telehealth, X-Ray & Imaging, Mental Health, Labs & Diagnostic Testing, Acute & Immediate Care, COVID-19 Testing, Chronic Conditions.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- WebMD Care (Dr. Patricia Deskovich): 5 out of 5 stars (based on 3 ratings) (3)
- Vitals (Dr. Geoffrey O. Onyeukwu): 3.4 out of 5 stars
Patients praise
- Doctors and nurse practitioners are described as caring, attentive, and knowledgeable
- Effective treatment of chronic conditions and health improvements
- Efficient, quick service and friendly staff at some locations
- Bilingual services, such as Spanish-speaking providers
Common complaints
- Long wait times, even with scheduled appointments
- Unprofessional, rude, or dismissive staff attitudes
- Issues with appointment scheduling, including last-minute reschedules or forced virtual visits
- Facility cleanliness or outdated appearance concerns
"There have been long waits even when there was an appointment, however the care provided was worth the wait."
— Immanuel Family Health Center review"Dr Katz is an excellent doctor. I been a patient with him for over 4 years. He takes the time to listen and makes sure you understand everything."
— HealthLinc East Chicago Harbor review"When I have an appointment, I never have to wait long. I would highly recommend Dr and Occumed."
— OccuMed Primary Care reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
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