PRIMARY CARE
At Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group (TPMG), our four areas of primary care include family medicine, geriatric medicine, internal medicine, and pediatric medicine. Learn more about the different areas of TPMG Primary Care.
1540 Breezeport Way 4421 Virginia Beach Boulevard Telemedicine Now Available – Call to Schedule Monday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Ryan (Melchers, PA-C) was very helpful and explained everything. He showed images to me so I could better understand my thyroid. He listened to my concerns and helped direct me to other providers to help with those issues. He was very pleasant…Read more
Ryan C. Melchers, PA-C is a board-certified physician assistant with TPMG Coastal Endocrinology in Virginia Beach and Suffolk. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Old Dominion University, a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, and a Doctor of Medical Science degree from Shenandoah University in Winchester, Virginia. He is also a member of the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA). Ryan joined TPMG Coastal Endocrinology in 2023. Drawn to the medical field from a young age, Ryan and his brother volunteered with the Cancer Care Foundation of Tidewater in Norfolk as children. Most of their work centered around creating care packages for ill patients and their family members. He found this experience to be incredibly rewarding and he continued to serve at the Cancer Care Foundation while attending college. His experience at the foundation inspired a career in health care. Ryan strives to help patients establish and achieve a goal for their health in a way that is consistent with their values and priorities. Through quality patient education and active listening, he helps patients understand their options and make informed decisions about their health. He sees adults for a variety of conditions including evaluation and management of thyroid disorders (hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, and thyroid nodules), type 1 and 2 diabetes (insulin pump and continuous glucose monitor management, to include the Eversense 365 Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) System), and osteoporosis. A native of Hampton Roads, Ryan was born and raised in Chesapeake and attended a local university. He enjoys the area’s proximity to the ocean and the bay while he can remain close to family. When Ryan isn’t in the office, he spends his time traveling, reading non-fiction, or watching a Washington Capitals game or NASCAR race. Ryan warmly welcomes patients to make an appointment to see him at TPMG Coastal Endocrinology in Virginia Beach or TPMG Coastal Endocrinology – Suffolk. Undergraduate: Bachelor of Science in Biology; Old Dominion University Member, American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) Ryan (Melchers, PA-C) was very helpful and explained everything. He showed images to me so I could better understand my thyroid. He listened to my concerns and helped…Read more Great experience! Ryan (Melchers, PA-C) was very courteous, professional, polite, and acknowledgeable. My questions were answered, and I appreciate the time and service I received. …Read more Ryan (Melchers, PA-C) was very thorough and listened to my concerns. The front office staff (at TPMG Coastal Endocrinology in Suffolk) was very polite and helpful. …Read more The staff (at TPMG Coastal Endocrinology – Suffolk) is cordial, helpful and very polite. It was a pleasure to come to Ryan Melchers, PA-C’s office. Ryan took his…Read more In-office services and treatments include: Managing diabetes just got easier. TPMG Coastal Endocrinology now offers the Eversense 365 Continuous Glucose Monitor — a long-term CGM providing real-time glucose readings with fewer insertions, designed for comfort and reliability. Now accepting 2026 appointments at two locations: Virginia Beach | Ryan C. Melchers, PA-C May 21 Newport News | Jezeriah Cook, PA-C April 17 | May 22 | June 26 | July 17 Learn more at mytpmg.com/eversense-365-continuous-glucose-monitoring-system Insurance eligibility varies — contact our office to find out if Eversense 365 is right for you. Appointments We do not accept walk-ins or same day appointments. Missed Appointment/Cancellation Policy When an appointment is missed, our first concern is the patient’s safety, well-being and that nothing unfortunate has occurred. However, failure to show up and same day cancellations prevent other patients from being seen. As a result of same day cancellations and no shows, TPMG Coastal Endocrinology will assess the following fees for same day cancellations and no show appointments: Follow up appointments: $25       Fees are assessed per occurrence and must be paid at least 48 hours prior to the patient’s next scheduled appointment or that appointment will be cancelled. After Hours Care We have an on-call line where patients can reach the provider on call for pressing matters. Insurance If you have questions regarding insurance plans accepted at TPMG Coastal Endocrinology, please contact our office at (757) 963-1488. Billing Copayments are due at the time of service. Prescriptions Please allow up to 48 hours for prescription refills. AIUM Ultrasound Practice Accreditation Council Achievement TPMG Coastal Endocrinology is accredited by the AIUM Ultrasound Practice Accreditation Council in Dedicated Thyroid/Parathyroid. The Ultrasound Practice Accreditation Council recognizes the efforts TPMG Coastal Endocrinology has taken to provide quality ultrasound.
Office Address
TPMG Coastal Endocrinology – Suffolk
Suite 100
Suffolk, VA 23435TPMG Coastal Endocrinology
Suite 112
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Phone
FAX
(757) 763-6350 - Virginia Beach(757) 394-1032 - Suffolk
Office Hours
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Daily Lunch Hours: 11:50 AM - 12:50 PM
Testimonials
Endocrinology Physician Assistant in Suffolk and Virginia Beach, VA
Ryan C. Melchers, PA-C
Accepting New Patients
Education
Graduate School: Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies; Shenandoah University; Doctor of Medical Science, Shenandoah University.
Interests & Activities
WHAT OUR PATIENTS ARE SAYING
Devices & Procedures
Accepting New Patients

1540 Breezeport Way
Suite 100
Suffolk, VA 23435
4421 Virginia Beach Boulevard
Suite 112
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Telemedicine Now Available – Call to Schedule
Monday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Daily Lunch Hours: 11:50 AM - 12:50 PM
Ryan C. Melchers, PA-C is a board-certified physician assistant with TPMG Coastal Endocrinology in Virginia Beach and Suffolk. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Old Dominion University, a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, and a Doctor of Medical Science degree from Shenandoah University in Winchester, Virginia. He is also a member of the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA). Ryan joined TPMG Coastal Endocrinology in 2023.
Drawn to the medical field from a young age, Ryan and his brother volunteered with the Cancer Care Foundation of Tidewater in Norfolk as children. Most of their work centered around creating care packages for ill patients and their family members. He found this experience to be incredibly rewarding and he continued to serve at the Cancer Care Foundation while attending college. His experience at the foundation inspired a career in health care.
Ryan strives to help patients establish and achieve a goal for their health in a way that is consistent with their values and priorities. Through quality patient education and active listening, he helps patients understand their options and make informed decisions about their health. He sees adults for a variety of conditions including evaluation and management of thyroid disorders (hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, and thyroid nodules), type 1 and 2 diabetes (insulin pump and continuous glucose monitor management, to include the Eversense 365 Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) System), and osteoporosis.
A native of Hampton Roads, Ryan was born and raised in Chesapeake and attended a local university. He enjoys the area’s proximity to the ocean and the bay while he can remain close to family. When Ryan isn’t in the office, he spends his time traveling, reading non-fiction, or watching a Washington Capitals game or NASCAR race.
Ryan warmly welcomes patients to make an appointment to see him at TPMG Coastal Endocrinology in Virginia Beach or TPMG Coastal Endocrinology – Suffolk.
Undergraduate: Bachelor of Science in Biology; Old Dominion University
Graduate School: Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies; Shenandoah University; Doctor of Medical Science, Shenandoah University.
Member, American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA)
In-office services and treatments include:
Managing diabetes just got easier.
TPMG Coastal Endocrinology now offers the Eversense 365 Continuous Glucose Monitor — a long-term CGM providing real-time glucose readings with fewer insertions, designed for comfort and reliability.Â
Now accepting 2026 appointments at two locations:
Virginia Beach | Ryan C. Melchers, PA-C May 21
Newport News | Jezeriah Cook, PA-C April 17 | May 22 | June 26 | July 17
Learn more at mytpmg.com/eversense-365-continuous-glucose-monitoring-system
Insurance eligibility varies — contact our office to find out if Eversense 365 is right for you.
Appointments
We do not accept walk-ins or same day appointments.
Missed Appointment/Cancellation Policy
When an appointment is missed, our first concern is the patient’s safety, well-being and that nothing unfortunate has occurred. However, failure to show up and same day cancellations prevent other patients from being seen. As a result of same day cancellations and no shows, TPMG Coastal Endocrinology will assess the following fees for same day cancellations and no show appointments:
Follow up appointments: $25Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
Fees are assessed per occurrence and must be paid at least 48 hours prior to the patient’s next scheduled appointment or that appointment will be cancelled.
After Hours Care
We have an on-call line where patients can reach the provider on call for pressing matters.
Insurance
If you have questions regarding insurance plans accepted at TPMG Coastal Endocrinology, please contact our office at (757) 963-1488.
Billing
Copayments are due at the time of service.
Prescriptions
Please allow up to 48 hours for prescription refills.
AIUM Ultrasound Practice Accreditation Council Achievement
TPMG Coastal Endocrinology is accredited by the AIUM Ultrasound Practice Accreditation Council in Dedicated Thyroid/Parathyroid. The Ultrasound Practice Accreditation Council recognizes the efforts TPMG Coastal Endocrinology has taken to provide quality ultrasound.
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Ryan (Melchers, PA-C) was very helpful and explained everything. He showed images to me so I could better understand my thyroid. He listened to my concerns and helped…Read more
Great experience! Ryan (Melchers, PA-C) was very courteous, professional, polite, and acknowledgeable. My questions were answered, and I appreciate the time and service I received. …Read more
Ryan (Melchers, PA-C) was very thorough and listened to my concerns. The front office staff (at TPMG Coastal Endocrinology in Suffolk) was very polite and helpful. …Read more
The staff (at TPMG Coastal Endocrinology – Suffolk) is cordial, helpful and very polite. It was a pleasure to come to Ryan Melchers, PA-C’s office. Ryan took his…Read more