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Dr. Irene Y. Tong M.D., Rheumatologist
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Dr. Irene Y. Tong M.D.

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

4/5(21)
2750 E Washington Blvd Suite 120 Pasadena CA, 91107
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4/5

About

Dr. Irene Tong is a rheumatologist practicing in Pasadena, CA. Dr. Tong specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases and systematic autoimmune conditions that can affect the bones, muscles or bones. Eventually, if not treated, these illnesses can also impact the skin, eyes, nervous system and internal organs. Dr. Tong treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.

Education and Training

Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California 1976

Provider Details

Female Spanish 41 years of experience

Treatments

  • Osteoporosis
  • Arthritis
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Neck Pain
  • Back Pain
  • Lupus
  • Pain

Dr. Irene Y. Tong M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 2750 E Washington Blvd Suite 120

2750 E Washington Blvd Suite 120 -
Pasadena, CA 91107
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New patients: 626-296-2910
Fax: 626-296-2920

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Patient Experience with Dr. Tong


4.0

Based on 21 reviews

Dr. Irene Y. Tong M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 21 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Rheumatologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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