
Amy Polverini
Surgeon
209 Fair Oaks Ave South Pasadena CA, 91030About
Dr. Amy Polverini is a general surgeon practicing in South Pasadena, CA. Dr. Polverini specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Polverini provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
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City of Hope National Medical Center
209 Fair Oaks Ave -South Pasadena, CA 91030Get Direction
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