Dr. Philip James Vitale M.D.
Urologist
1501 San Pedro Dr SE Albuquerque NM, 87108About
Dr. Philip Vitale is a urologist practicing in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Vitale specializes in diseases of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system. This includes areas of the bladder, urethra, kidneys, penis and prostate. Urology is a surgical specialty and requires knowledge in other areas of expertise such as gynecology and internal medicine due to the variety of clinical problems that are involved.
Education and Training
Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj 1971
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School 1971
Board Certification
UrologyAmerican Board of UrologyABU
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