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Summary
Dr. Alvina Chu specializes in rheumatology, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting joints, muscles, and connective tissues. They earned their medical degree from Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences at the University of Buffalo and brings 24 years of experience to their practice. Dr. Chu provides care in English for patients seeking specialized rheumatologic treatment.
Based in Palo Alto, California, Dr. Chu treats patients with rheumatoid arthritis, joint pain, and gout. They perform comprehensive blood counts to monitor patient health and uses creatinine tests to assess kidney function. Dr. Chu also conducts immunology and serology testing to help diagnose autoimmune conditions and guide treatment decisions.
Based in Palo Alto, California, Dr. Chu treats patients with rheumatoid arthritis, joint pain, and gout. They perform comprehensive blood counts to monitor patient health and uses creatinine tests to assess kidney function. Dr. Chu also conducts immunology and serology testing to help diagnose autoimmune conditions and guide treatment decisions.
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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
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 24 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience | 51 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Palo Alto , CA | Mountain View , CA | San Leandro , CA | Mountain View , CA |
| Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo | Med School: Christian Medical College | Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Alvina Chu has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Alvina Chu has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
24 Years Experience
Alvina Chu holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo in 2002.
NPI Number
Alvina Chu's NPI number is 1538355375.
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- Alvina Chu's office is located at 900 Blake Wilbur Dr Fl 2, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
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