Dr. Jorge L Rakela M.D.?
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Dr. Jorge L Rakela M.D.

Hepatologist | Hepatology

4/5(2)
5779 E Mayo Blvd Phoenix AZ, 85054
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Dr. Jorge Rakela is a hepatologist practicing in Phoenix, AZ. Dr. Rakela specializes in the study of body parts such as the liver, the biliary tree, the gallbladder and the pancreas. Hepatologists manage disorders in these areas and are specifically known for treating viral hepatitis. Patients who have received liver transplants also follow up with hepatologists after their procedure.

Education and Training

Universidad De Chile MD

Universidad De Santiago De Chile, Facultad De Medicina 1971

University Of Chile

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 47 years of experience

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Awards

  • Phoenix Super Doctors 2012  

Fellowships

  • (Internal Medicine), L A COUNTY/USC MEDICAL CENTER, LOS ANGELES, CA    1974

Dr. Jorge L Rakela M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 5779 E Mayo Blvd

5779 E Mayo Blvd -
Phoenix, AZ 85054
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13400 E SHEA BLVD -
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259
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Patient Experience with Dr. Rakela


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Dr. Jorge L Rakela M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 2 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Hepatologist 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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