
Kong M. Tan MD
Radiologist | Diagnostic Radiology
99 Montecillo Rd San Rafael CA, 94903About
Dr. Kong Tan is a radiologist practicing in San Rafael, CA. Dr. Tan 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
Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1971
University of Illinois College of Medicine 1971
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