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Peter Herwitt M.D.
Radiologist | Diagnostic Radiology
3105 Paseo Del Campo Palos Verdes Peninsula CA, 90274About
Dr. Peter Herwitt is a radiologist practicing in Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA. Dr. Herwitt specializes in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases using medical imaging techniques such as X-Rays, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography exams. These techniques offer accurate visibility to the inside of the patients body and help to detect otherwise hidden illnesses so that they can be treated quickly and efficiently.
Education and Training
University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny 1969
University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences 1969
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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