Dr. Jennifer Tjia MD
Hospice and Palliative Care Specialist | Hospice and Palliative Medicine
119 Belmont St Worcester MA, 01605About
Dr. Jennifer Tjia is a hospice and palliative care specialist practicing in Worcester, MA. Dr. Tjia provides care to people who are seriously ill. As a hospice and palliative care specialist, Dr. Tjia works to relieve the pain and suffering of people who have a severe medical condition and are in a critical state. Hospice and palliative care specialists try to improve the quality of life for a person who may not have much time left to live.
Education and Training
Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1994
Boston University School of Medicine 1992
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Awards
- NIH Mentored Clinical Scientist Career Development Award 2004
Professional Memberships
- Member UMass Memorial Medical Group
Fellowships
- University of Pennsylvania Medical School (Internal Medicine, Geriatrics)
- Univ. of Pennsylvania, Fellow 2000
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