Summary

Dr. Alvina Chu is a rheumatologist with 24 years of experience treating conditions affecting the joints, muscles, and immune system. They earned their medical degree from the Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences at the University of Buffalo. Dr. Chu speaks English and brings extensive expertise to help patients manage complex rheumatic conditions.

Dr. Chu practices in Palo Alto, California, where they focus on treating rheumatoid arthritis, joint pain, and gout. They perform comprehensive blood work to monitor patient health and uses specialized immunology tests to diagnose autoimmune conditions. Dr. Chu's approach combines thorough testing with personalized treatment plans to help patients find relief from chronic joint and muscle pain.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 24 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Dr. Alvina Chu

900 Blake Wilbur Dr Fl 2Palo Alto, CA 94304

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24 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Palo Alto , CAMountain View , CABurlingame , CAPleasanton , CA
Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine Med School: Creighton University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alvina Chu

  • Aetna
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare
  • Stanford Health Care Advantage
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Valley Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alvina Chu has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alvina Chu has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Rheumatologist
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of BuffaloGraduated in 2002

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Dr. Alvina Chu speaks English.
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Where is Dr. Alvina Chu's office located?
Dr. Alvina Chu's office is located at 900 Blake Wilbur Dr Fl 2, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.

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