Dr. Joanne E. Filicko M.D.
Oncologist | Medical Oncology
111 S 11th St Suite 4240 Philadelphia PA, 19107About
Dr. Joanne Filicko is an oncologist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Filicko specializes in the care and treatment of patients with cancer. As an oncologist, Dr. Filicko manages and oversees the treatment of a cancer patient after he or she has been diagnosed with the disease. Oncologists will care for their patients throughout the course of the disease. Types of oncologists include medical oncologists, surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, gynecologic oncologists, pediatric oncologists and hematologist oncologists.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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