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Summary
Dr. Alvina Chu treats rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and gout, and has practiced rheumatology for 24 years. She sees patients in Palo Alto, California, and earned her medical degree from the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University of Buffalo.
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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
- 1 office location
Office Location
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| Rheumatology | Pediatrics | Nurse Practitioner | Rheumatology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 24 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience | 54 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Palo Alto , CA | Orange , CA | San Leandro , CA | Palo Alto , CA |
| Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo | Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine | Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Alvina Chu
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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- What languages does Alvina Chu speak?
- Alvina Chu speaks English.
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