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Dr. Melody Chong DPM
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
3838 California St Suite 601 San Francisco CA, 94118About
Dr. Melody Chong is a podiatrist practicing in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Chong is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Chong diagnoses and treats conditions of the feet. The feet are key body parts that give a person stability, absorb shock, allow for walking and standing and are necessary for overall well-being. So, the feet need expert care. Podiatrists can specialize in surgery, wound care, sports medicine, diabetic care and pediatrics.
Education and Training
Medical School - Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine Medicine
Provider Details
Treatments
- Podiatry
Dr. Melody Chong DPM's Practice location
Practice At 3838 California St Suite 601
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2425 GEARY BLVD SAN FRANCISCO CA 94115ST MARY'S MEDICAL CENTERl
450 STANYAN ST SAN FRANCISCO CA 94117CALIFORNIA PACIFIC MEDICAL CTR-PACIFIC CAMPUS HOSPl
2333 BUCHANAN STREET SAN FRANCISCO CA 94115CALIFORNIA PACIFIC MEDICAL CTR-PACIFIC CAMPUS HOSPl
2333 BUCHANAN STREET SAN FRANCISCO CA 94115KAISER FOUNDATION HOSPITAL - SAN FRANCISCOl
2425 GEARY BLVD SAN FRANCISCO CA 94115SAINT FRANCIS MEMORIAL HOSPITALl
900 HYDE ST SAN FRANCISCO CA 94109