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Dr. Mell Fernando Gutarra Arana, MD

(Dr. Mell F. Gutarra Arana, MD)

(2 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Rheumatology

Professional interests include: spinal cord injury, liver disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and more.

1601 Resler Drive Suite D
El Paso, TX 79911

(915) 642-9595

Dr. Mell Fernando Gutarra Arana, MD is a rheumatologist in El Paso, TX specializing in adult rheumatology. Dr. Mell Fernando Gutarra Arana, MD is affiliated with The Hospitals of Providence, THOP Sierra Campus, LOUIS E. ZUNIGA PTPC, THOP Memorial Campus and THOP East Campus.

Office Locations

Address:

1601 Resler Drive Suite D
El Paso, TX 79911

Address:

211 Barlett Suite108
El Paso, TX 79912

Address:

2270 Joe Battle Boulevard Suite O
El Paso, TX 79938

Some issues Dr. Mell Fernando Gutarra Arana, MD can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

Spinal Cord Injury

Spinal cord injury medicine is a branch of medicine that treats damage to the spinal cord from an injury or a nontraumatic myelopathy, which is any disorder that affects the spinal area. The spinal cord is a section of nerve tissue protected by the vertebrae (spinal bones). Trauma to the spinal cord, typically caused by compression or bent vertebrae, prevents the body and brain from communicating. This can result in pain, loss of sensation, and impaired physical function and movement. Acute spinal cord injuries (SCIs) are a leading cause of permanent disability. Spinal cord injuries may develop from accidents or myelopathies, disorders that provoke spinal compression. Traumatic incidents such as falls, sports injuries, vehicle accidents, and bullet or stab wounds can cause an acute spinal cord injury.

Spinal cord injury medicine seeks to stabilize the spine and to alleviate the symptoms of spine damage. Practitioners of spinal cord injury medicine are called spinal cord injury specialists. Spinal cord injury medicine is an interdisciplinary field, meaning physicians of various specialties may be trained to treat spinal cord injuries.

Damage to the spinal cord may initially be diagnosed through X-ray, MRI, or CT scans. Patients can also undergo spinal exams to evaluate their sensory ability and strength. Injuries to the spinal cord can be complete (no feeling or sensation) or incomplete (some feeling or sensation remains). Conditions spinal cord injury medicine specialists may treat include:

Paralysis, such as paraplegia (loss of function in the legs), or quadriplegia (loss of function from the neck down)
Spine fracture or trauma, which can lead to impairment and/or significant pain
Spinal infections
Myelopathies, such as herniated disks, spinal tumors, and rheumatoid arthritis
Inflammatory diseases such as ankylosing spondylosis, and degenerative conditions like Lou Gehrig's disease (ALS)

Treatment for spinal cord injuries often involves surgery, either directly after an injury occurs or at a later date. Surgery for spine injuries is intended to ease spinal compression and stabilize the spine. Surgical procedures can involve shifting vertebrae, removing bone, or altering spinal placement with implantable devices. Patients with significant spinal trauma may require urgent surgical intervention.

Surgical treatments can be complemented by rehabilitative physical therapy to improve mobility. Spinal cord injury specialists also treat complications arising from a spinal injury, such as respiratory or bladder conditions. Some patients with spinal cord injuries may require lifelong treatment. Spinal cord injury specialists aim to help these patients successfully adjust and lead an improved quality of life. An emerging treatment for spinal cord injuries is neural prosthetics, which replicate patients' lost nerve function. Neural prostheses may be used as artificial body parts or assistive devices that patients may cognitively control. Other assistive devices include wheelchairs and scooters.

Spinal cord injury specialists may collaborate with physical therapists, radiologists, neurologists, urologists, and orthopedists.

doctor visit	36

**Gender**
Male	13
Female	27

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	0
Hispanic	23
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	12
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	15

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	38
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

aspiration	39
doctor visit	382
injections	39

**Gender**
Male	78
Female	276

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	0
Hispanic	228
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	132
From 75 to 84	106
85 and over	26
Less than 65	90

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	33
Dementia	9
Cancer	6

aspiration	41
doctor visit	570
injections	41

**Gender**
Male	45
Female	176

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	0
Hispanic	142
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	84
From 75 to 84	57
85 and over	12
Less than 65	68

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	27
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	37
Dementia	8
Cancer	7

aspiration	32
doctor visit	563
injections	32

**Gender**
Male	46
Female	168

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	78
Black	0
Hispanic	121
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	83
From 75 to 84	54
85 and over	14
Less than 65	63

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	37
Dementia	8
Cancer	8

aspiration	34
doctor visit	571
injections	34

**Gender**
Male	46
Female	183

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	87
Black	0
Hispanic	125
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	92
From 75 to 84	55
85 and over	12
Less than 65	70

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	36
Dementia	8
Cancer	6

aspiration	36
doctor visit	552
injections	36

**Gender**
Male	48
Female	180

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	86
Black	0
Hispanic	124
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	108
From 75 to 84	42
85 and over	17
Less than 65	61

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	36
Dementia	9
Cancer	7

aspiration	20
doctor visit	411
injections	20

**Gender**
Male	38
Female	148

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	76
Black	0
Hispanic	99
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	81
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	50

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	32
Dementia	9
Cancer	0

aspiration	23
doctor visit	377
injections	23

**Gender**
Male	63
Female	179

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	96
Black	0
Hispanic	125
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	106
From 75 to 84	58
85 and over	17
Less than 65	61

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	27
Dementia	5
Cancer	5

aspiration	24
doctor visit	377
injections	24

**Gender**
Male	49
Female	139

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	94
Black	0
Hispanic	83
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	94
From 75 to 84	51
85 and over	11
Less than 65	32

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	26
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	29
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2014 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mell Fernando Gutarra Arana, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Mell Fernando Gutarra Arana, MD treated as a rheumatologist in El Paso, TX were aspiration and injections.

aspiration	31
doctor visit	428
injections	31

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2014 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mell Fernando Gutarra Arana, MD.

**Gender**
Male	42
Female	147

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	51
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	107
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	42
85 and over	10
Less than 65	51
65 to 74	79

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mell Fernando Gutarra Arana, MD From 2014 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Mell Fernando Gutarra Arana, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	17
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	30
Atrial Fibrillation	3
Cancer	4
Dementia	6

Education & Training

He has a state license in Texas.

Licensed In: Texas

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Mell Fernando Gutarra Arana, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

The Hospitals of Providence

THOP Sierra Campus

LOUIS E. ZUNIGA PTPC

THOP Memorial Campus

THOP East Campus

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Mell Fernando Gutarra Arana, MD has an average of 1.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Mell Fernando Gutarra Arana, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in El Paso, TX.

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Overall Rating: 1.0 2024-12-17

I would never refer this doctor to anyone. When I first started getting sick I had no idea what was wrong with me. I was referred to Gutarra my first visit he said “I hope you don’t have Scleroderma cause you’re gonna die anyway”. He also said I was lying about my pain. He is the most horrible person and should not be in the medical field. Do not see him find someone else to help you . I was forced to put a rating but a one star is being too kind he deserves nothing

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Mell Fernando Gutarra Arana, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Amgen Inc.	$2,012 Prolia $707	Otezla $347	Enbrel $230	Tavneos $153	Repatha $147	Other $428
UCB, Inc.	$977 Cimzia $912	$65
AbbVie, Inc.	$566 Humira $470	Lupron $96
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.	$559 BENLYSTA $279	SHINGRIX $264	AREXVY $15
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.	$475 ORENCIA $125	$351
Other	$3,179 Rinvoq $424	ORENITRAM $412	ACTHAR $305	XELJANZ $277	PURIFIED CORTROPHIN GEL $210	Other $1,551

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$7,228
Travel and Lodging	$351
Education	$190

Biography

Dr. Mell Gutarra is a specialist in adult rheumatology. These areas are among his clinical interests: spinal cord injury, connective tissue disorders, and liver disease. He is professionally affiliated with The Hospitals of Providence.

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