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Dr. Vigen V. Abovian M.D.
Family Practitioner
435 Arden Ave Suite 330 Glendale CA, 91203About
Dr. Vigen Abovian is a family practitioner practicing in Glendale, CA. Dr. Abovian specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Abovian possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
New York Medical College Fifth Pathway 2003
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi, Spohn Memorial Hospital Family Medicine Residency 2010
Universidad Autonoma De Guajalajara-Jalisco, Mexico 2001 2001
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM- 2007
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Professional Memberships
- American Board of Family Medicine
- American Academy of Family Physicians
Internships
- Texas A&M University; University of Wisconsin
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of Family Physicians
Articles and Publications
- Published
What do you attribute your success to?
- Dedication, always learning, teaching and making a difference.
Hobbies / Sports
- Family, Friends, Traveling, Research, Being Outdoors
Favorite professional publications
- All current family practice and geriatric medicine publications and research
Dr. Vigen V. Abovian M.D.'s Practice location
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435 Arden Ave Suite 330 -Glendale, CA 91203Get Direction
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Nearest Hospitals
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501 SOUTH BUENA VISTA BURBANK CA 91505