Summary

Dr. Rafael Avakyan specializes in internal medicine with 46 years of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from Yerevan State Medical University and completed his internship at Flushing Hospital and Medical Center in 2001, followed by his residency at North Shore University Hospital in 2003. Dr. Avakyan is fluent in Armenian, Russian, and English.

Dr. Avakyan practices in Pasadena, California. His expertise includes managing high cholesterol in children and teenagers, treating hypertension, and addressing hyperlipidemia. He also provides physical therapy services and strength training guidance for patients. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 46 years of experience
  • 47 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Armenian, Russian, English
  • North Shore University Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dr. Rafael Avakyan

988 S Fair Oaks AvePasadena, CA 91105

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Speaks Armenian, Russian, English Speaks English, Tamil Speaks English, Spanish
Pasadena , CAUpland , CALos Altos , CAScottsdale , AZ
Med School: Yerevan State Medical University Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rafael Avakyan

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • America's 1st Choice
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - PPO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicare
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - IPA
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • National Vision Administrators
  • Optima Health
  • Optum Health
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Viva Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rafael Avakyan has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rafael Avakyan has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

North Shore University Hospital2003

Internship

Flushing Hospital and Medical Ctr.2001

Medical School

Yerevan State Medical UniversityGraduated in 1980

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Rafael Avakyan accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Rafael Avakyan accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rafael Avakyan?
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Where is Dr. Rafael Avakyan's office located?
Dr. Rafael Avakyan's office is located at 988 S Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA, 91105.
Does Dr. Rafael Avakyan accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Rafael Avakyan has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Rafael Avakyan speak?
Dr. Rafael Avakyan speaks Armenian, Russian, and English.

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